Jesus Had No Penis

Now before you read that heading and call my wife to have her pull the plug on my computer, you must know that I'm only referencing what one denomination is saying. I'm merely paraphrasing the possibly-soon-to-be-adopted policy within the Presbyterian USA denomination allowing local congregations the option of stripping any language of the Trinity of male-gender references. Instead of Father, Son and Holy Spirit, the triune Godhead could even be referred to as "Mother, Child and Womb."

Many churches are dangerously promoting a low-view of scripture, which elevates the authority of man's thoughts and feelings over that of God and his Holy Revelation in and of the Word, Jesus Christ. If anyone starts whining about their feelings being hurt or a socially imposed lack of self-esteem, these churches will dump loads of perceived grace while starving people of truth. Ever been in Wal-Mart and seen a child who's been given every toy and treat but no boundaries or discipline? The kids are bratty, spoiled, and still have low self-esteem.

John 1 says that Jesus came full of grace and truth. And it was Jesus who took on the titles Son of God, Son of Man, Prince of Peace, and King of the Jews. He addressed God as Father and referred to Him as such. Jesus' language never foreshadowed a gender-neutral translation of the scriptures, but clearly used masculine pronouns when referring to the Father and the Holy Spirit. Did Jesus take on the names Child of God, Beautiful Person of Man, Princess Pony or Queen of the Desert? The Presbyterians might was well write "Wonder Woman" on the tag in the back of all Jesus' undies.

Here is what I'm not saying: I am not saying God hates women. I am not saying that God loves women any less than men. I'm not saying men should in any way be elevated above women. What I am saying is that while men and women are equals, God differentiates between roles. And when choosing what role to reveal himself in, He chose to identify Himself as a man, penis and all.

I guess it's no surprise that the PCUSA is not only dealing with the revelation of God Himself, but also as He chose to reveal Himself in the marriage between a man and woman -- they are also currently voting on a policy to allow congregations the right to ordain gay ministers.

God wrote a pretty long personal ad. We should read it as if He really wants to be who He said He is. Let's pray for the leaders of the PCUSA to surrender to God and His revelation of Himself.