Can a woman lay hands on a man in prayer?

[*Zion*]

And vice versa, outside of the family circle?  Please share your thoughts.

[Willie T]

Since I have seen healing both ways for years, I would have to say. "Yes."  (But I believe that "laying of hands" on someone really does nothing.)

Edited July 30, 2018 by Willie T

[Fidei Defensor]

Yes it is ok, long as you are not alone with the man. For instance, if you surround a person needing the laying on of hands make sure you are with others laying hands. 

On one hand we must obey the Spirit of God, but we mustn’t ignore the dangers of accusation in this day and age. 

In Numbers is safety. Jesus sent them out in twos (Luke 10:1-23), because by two all things are confirmed (John 8:17, Deuteronomy 19:15) and God is in their midst (Matthew 18:20). 

[Willie T]

26 minutes ago, Fidei Defensor said:

Yes it is ok, long as you are not alone with the man. For instance, if you surround a person needing the laying on of hands make sure you are with others laying hands. 

On one hand we must obey the Spirit of God, but we mustn’t ignore the dangers of accusation in this day and age. 

In Numbers is safety. Jesus sent them out in twos (Luke 10:1-23), because by two all things are confirmed (John 8:17, Deuteronomy 19:15) and God is in their midst (Matthew 18:20). 

That's good common sense, but if the situation is not such as to be able to play it safe... we should not and Cannot ignore the greater calling that God give us not to fear the wagging tongue of man, but to do His bidding.

[Fidei Defensor]

1 minute ago, Willie T said:

That's good common sense, but if the situation is not such as to be able to play it safe... we should not and Cannot ignore the greater calling that God give us not to fear the wagging tongue of man, but to do His bidding.

True, “we must obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29). However, prudence is from the Lord and we are in Times When people are looking to accuse a innocent Christian of misconduct. So I urge making “go in twos to pray for the opposite sex,” and the exception being what you said. 

[Willie T]

3 minutes ago, Fidei Defensor said:

True, “we must obey God rather than men.” (Acts 5:29). However, prudence is from the Lord and we are in Times When people are looking to accuse a innocent Christian of misconduct. So I urge making “go in twos to pray for the opposite sex,” and the exception being what you said. 

I just said that.  But if you find yourself in a situation where there is not the other person there to keep you looking safe, we should not fear men more than we desire to obey God.

[enoob57]

1 hour ago, *Zion* said:

And vice versa, outside of the family circle?  Please share your thoughts.

I've thought of you in prayer and am glad to see you here  
The Bible says
1 Cor 7:1

7 Now concerning the things whereof ye wrote unto me: It is good for a man not to touch a woman.
KJV
Especially in this sexually charged time.  

[*Zion*]

Hey Noobers :hug: thanks, it's been a really long time - again.  It's very true, we are in perilous times, indeed.  I was really thinking in a purely spiritual context; and among brethren, not unbelievers.  Was just curious of others' thoughts.  

[dr3032]

Let's put this into perspective using a hypothetical situation.

So as to avoid traffic, I like to walk where people are few or not found. One day, in a forested area, I caught a glimmer of light within a large pile of branches. I moved the branches away to reveal a dirt bike. What is a decent looking dirt bike doing here, concealed and well enough away from anyone's property? I called the police and, as I suspected, it was a stolen vehicle. Despite calling it in, the police believed I was the culprit. Like I called it in so that I might cast suspicion away from myself. They eventually did track down the guy that actually stole the bike, but a few folks still think it was actually me. Despite what trouble it gave me, the bike was returned to it's rightful owner, and i'd like to think I did the right thing.

Should I have covered it back up and pretended like I didn't see anything, simply to avoid trouble? Even if nobody had seen me, who's eye do you think would have been on me? In my mind, people can think or believe whatever they wish, because they're going to anyway, despite what the truth may be. If a woman touches a man, can we honestly assess whether it is or isn't with lustful intentions? The times, being as they are, can we honestly assess whether a man can touch a man with or without lustful intentions?

So long as nobody is touching anybody in an inappropriate manner, and those involved hopefully aren't laying hands on the other with lustful intent, I don't think it would matter. Even if the times are sexually charged, it doesn't mean we are or have to be.

Edited July 30, 2018 by dr3032

[*Zion*]

Thanks for all the responses guys, keep them coming - provoking much thought and meditation on God's word