But each of these bans is temporary and subject to change. Political fortunes are transitory and cyclical. Ruthless leaders can be outvoted. Poor theology can be corrected. Willing learners can be taught.
Cultures yield from the outside and give way to change.
Passing time and persistent people may indeed tear down these barriers. This is our hope. That is our task. But a greater problem remains. This problem lies close at hand, and it provides the greatest danger to women in ministry.