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How to Guard Your Women’s Ministry Against False Teaching
By Sarah Ivill at The Gospel Coalition
· July 9, 2026
· 5 min read
One morning, not long after I graduated from seminary and was serving in a women’s ministry position at a church, I overheard one of the table leaders for Bible study quoting a woman who didn’t teach sound doctrine. I remember feeling distressed about what I should do. I ended up pulling the woman a
Key takeaway Foundational, of course, is that our doctrine is drawn from the 66 books of the Bible.
Why this matters
The issue of false teaching in women's ministry is a pressing concern, particularly in the digital age where unvetted voices can spread quickly through social media. As the influence of social media grows, the need for sound doctrine to be taught and upheld in women's ministry becomes increasingly important. The six foundational truths outlined, including the nature of God as Creator and Redeemer and the sinfulness of mankind, provide a crucial framework for evaluating the teachings that women are exposed to. By emphasizing these core doctrines, women's ministry leaders can equip women to discern unsound teaching and remain grounded in biblical truth. This is especially critical in a context where many women are seeking spiritual guidance and community, and where false or misleading teachings can have significant consequences for their faith and well-being. By prioritizing sound doctrine, women's ministry leaders can help protect their ministries from the spread of false teaching.
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Category: missions ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: The Gospel Coalition ·
Reading time: 5 min
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