QUESTION & ANSWERS (#6): WOMEN & ANGELS | MYSTERY OF INIQUITY

On Sunday afternoon, March 15, 2026, Pastor Jeff Smith led a special Question & Answer service at Liberty Bible Baptist Church, addressing several challenging and often misunderstood passages of Scripture. These questions touched on themes of spiritual mystery, biblical authority, and passages that often spark curiosity among Bible students.

The first question examined the “mystery of iniquity” in 2 Thessalonians 2:7, where the apostle Paul wrote, “For the mystery of iniquity doth already work.” The discussion explored how this hidden system of lawlessness has been working throughout history, preparing the world for the future revelation of the man of sin and the rise of the Antichrist. The lesson highlighted how the spirit of rebellion against God is already active in the world today, though its full manifestation awaits a future prophetic fulfillment.

Another question addressed 1 Corinthians 11:10, where Paul wrote that a woman should have power on her head “because of the angels.” This discussion considered the biblical connection between authority, order, and spiritual observation, along with the possible implications related to the presence of angels and the lessons drawn from events such as those recorded in Genesis 6. The passage was examined in its broader biblical context to understand why head coverings were associated with authority and testimony.

The service also explored books mentioned in the Bible that are not included in the canon of Scripture, including the book of Jasher referenced in Joshua 10:13 and 2 Samuel 1:18. The discussion explained what these historical writings were, why they are referenced in the Bible, and why they were not preserved as inspired Scripture alongside the sixty-six books of the King James Bible. Other referenced writings were also briefly discussed to help clarify the difference between historical records and divinely inspired Scripture.

This Q&A session was designed to help believers better understand difficult passages while reinforcing confidence in the authority and sufficiency of the Word of God.

If you have questions about the Bible, prophecy, or Christian doctrine, this discussion will help shed light on several fascinating topics found in the Scriptures.

Liberty Bible Baptist Church

Pastor Jeff Smith

📖 “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.” — 2 Timothy 2:15