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What is the churches view in Christian women using a male gynecologist?
The church has no set view on this issue. Each person is allowed to make this decision for themselves. We should keep in mind that for the longest of times, practically all doctors were male. Does this mean that a lady who was going to go in for doctoring should have passed on this because of modesty issues? No. We have to have a certain amount of trust in people that they are not going to cross their professional lines. Doctors make a solemn commitment to save and prolong life, it is a commitment that most take very seriously. Should they cross that line or abuse it, it reflects upon them and not upon the person who uses their service. There is nothing shameful in a lady having a male as their doctor. Obviously, given the nature of this care, there will be a certain amount of discomfiture regardless of who is doing the examinations and regardless of their sex. Do what you feel is right and you will not be doing wrong.
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John Fields
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I strive to intelligently and respectfully discuss thoughtful questions pertaining to doctrinal issues within the Churches of Christ and feel I can contribute thoughtful answers in most cases. I feel myself to be especially adept when answering questions regarding the Gospel of Christ and baptism. I always strive to be humble, realizing that there are some issues that are respectfully and honorably debatable. I realize that the Bible is perfect and able to provide any truth that the seeker of truth is after. At the same time I realize that though I am very conscientious about pointing people in the right direction, I am still a fallible human being and certainly capable of making mistakes. I will always give my opinion AS my opinion and strive not to state as fact something which cannot be supported by good logic or a good thorough study through the scriptures.
Experience
I am a minister within the Churches of Christ. I have been preaching for 14 years and have been on five separate mission trips to the Volta Region of Ghana, West Africa. I have preached the Gospel to literally thousands of people and it is my passion to do so.
Education/Credentials
I graduated with honors from Atkins High School in Atkins, AR in 1984. I went on to get my Bible degree at Harding University in Searcy, AR where I graduated Cum Laude.
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