Male and Female Differences

In his teaching “Male and Female Differences,” David Pawson examines God’s intentional design of men and women as equal in value yet distinctly different. He highlights physical differences (bones, muscles, skin, hormones) and psychological ones (men goal-oriented and compartmentalised; women need-oriented, intuitive, and integrative). Pawson asserts men bear primary responsibility for leadership in home and church, while women are responsive and supportive. Drawing from Scripture, he defends male headship as biblical pattern, not cultural bias, and stresses loving, sacrificial leadership. He warns against feminized churches losing discipline and doctrinal firmness, urging men to embrace their God-given roles while appreciating women’s complementary strengths.