The quote by Sinclair Ferguson is very true. AND, there is another aspect to the preaching/teaching of the Word of God which wasn't mentioned, which Paul gives instruction to young Timothy, who was given charge over a congregation of the Lord:

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2 Timothy 3:16-17 (ASV) Every scripture inspired of God [is] also profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for instruction which is in righteousness. That the man of God may be complete, furnished completely unto every good work.
Thus, here there is another application of the Word of God and that is "reproof and correction" which is part of instructing the professed saints in order that they may be sanctified.

Additionally, it is the responsibility of the Church to discipline, which is one of the three marks of the Church, those who err in doctrine and/or life. Those who refuse to repent of their sin(s) are to be disciplined and even excommunicated from the assembly, (1Cor 5:4,5; Titus 3:10,11). In the case of an elder, defrocking is included. Now, in regard to a woman who has either taken it upon herself or a congregation or a denomination, she should be removed from that position since she has no biblical warrant to hold it. The congregation or denomination who allows a woman to occupy the office of elder should be disfellowshipped.

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