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About Australian International Evangelist Matthew Starrs
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Expertise
The Assemblies of God in Australia is one of my favorite denominations. It has some variations from churches with the same name in other countries, but most of these are subtle. I can answer questions about the history and operations of this denomination in many countries.

Experience
I have ministered in 23 countries, often in AoG churches. I was trained for cross cultural ministry by the World Harvest Institute, which is the Missionary Orientation Program of the Assemblies of God in Australia.

Education/Credentials
I hold a B.A in Psychology/Sociology, and am currently completing my Masters in Teaching. I am a Graduate of the World Harvest Institute Missionary Orientation Program and have obtained other qualifications in Youth Work, Workplace Assessment and Training, Mentoring Church Planters, and many more.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Australian International Evangelist Matthew Starrs 
In Category  Assembly of God

SubjectDate Asked

Christ4/8/2009
  Q: WAS Jesus gods son before he came to earth ? I know he was GOD, BUT WAS HE GODS SON ?
  A: I believe that the relationship between Jesus and the Father has always been Father/Son but this is ...
social structure2/22/2009
  Q: Could you pliz tell me the structure of the AoG church eg. like catholics have Popes followed by ...
  A: I am a member of the AOG in Australia. It is slightly different to the US AOG. I copied this below ...
Wine1/26/2009
  Q: When Jesus turned water into wine, what was the composition of the wine.
  A: I have no idea, but I would be very surprised if it was not alcoholic. Blessings! Matthew. Hi ...
10% tithing1/19/2009
  Q: I have recently attended 2 AoG services the last 2 sundays after not being in a church since I was a ...
  A: You are exactly right. In my church I pay 10% each week. I have argued from the scriptures that it ...
tithing1/9/2009
  Q: My father has to live with us. He does not pay his bills, eat,bath,or take medicine on his own as he ...
  A: You should not tithe anything unless you are a Jew living under the Mosaic Law. If you are such a ...
Where In The Bible Does It Say . . . ?12/17/2008
  Q: I'm a newly Born Again Christian and my wife is not. I read somewhat in my NKJV that due to the ...
  A: Actually Ray . . . The interpretation of scripture (it was ironic that you accidently referred to ...
Where In The Bible Does It Say . . . ?12/17/2008
  Q: I'm a newly Born Again Christian and my wife is not. I read somewhat in my NKJV that due to the ...
  A: I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you are mistaken about the Bible saying that your wife ...
LAMPSTAND MEANING ? ? ?9/26/2008
  Q: The word " Lampstand " is puzzling to me. Question(s) Please: 1. Just what in the verse does the ...
  A: If you read the verse in context you will see that the letter is addressed to the messenger (or ...
God command of killing8/25/2008
  Q: An Atheist asked me if your God Jesus is love and love us then why He command Saul to killed every ...
  A: Your friend has made a common error and fallen for one of the Devil's favourite lies! God is a God ...
Throne and Lamb8/21/2008
  Q: Matthew starrs Who is sit on the Throne in Revelation 4:10 and who is the lamb in Revelation 5:6 and ...
  A: In Rev 4:10 it is God the Father who is seated on the throne. In Rev 5 the Lamb who takes the scroll ...
I think I understand Matthew, However . . .8/13/2008
  Q: Can you please tell me your meaning of this verse? Paul states he wants the people to be informed ...
  A: Ray, No I don't know of any verse that specifically states that we will recognise loved ones in ...
1Thessalonians 4:138/12/2008
  Q: Can you please tell me your meaning of this verse? Paul states he wants the people to be informed ...
  A: You are close with your statement "Paul states he wants the people to be informed and comforted by ...
Movies2/6/2008
  Q: Is it true that members of your church are allowed to go to the movies. How can this be allowed in ...
  A: Yes this is true. I assure you that I am also a true believer and I occasionally enjoy a movie. ...
Forgiveness in AG Church9/24/2007
  Q: Does the AG church belive in forgiving people who repent and seek forgiveness? I have been a member ...
  A: I am sure that the AG in the USA (I assume that is where you are from) would have a doctrinal ...
Will there be someone to lift my calling after 7 years in the a theological college?7/19/2007
  Q: i have just finished Masters in theology in a Pentecost Bible college here in the United Kingdom, I ...
  A: It can be pretty frustrating trying to crack it in the ministry. Sometimes it can be a bit of a ...
Concerns7/4/2007
  Q: Evg. Starrs, I am concerned about the spiritual condition of the AG. I have seen and heard of many ...
  A: Sorry S. I can't speak for the AG as a whole - in my church we still preach the Gospel. I understand ...
Concerns7/4/2007
  Q: Evg. Starrs, I am concerned about the spiritual condition of the AG. I have seen and heard of many ...
  A: While I do indeed share some of your concerns, I am not here to pass judgement on anyone. The Bible ...
Assemblies of God and Catholic Churches3/23/2007
  Q: I have just started to search for the lord again and I have been attending an Assemblies of God ...
  A: I suggest you tell your family about the differences in your experience. Once you start getting into ...
Generational Curses9/18/2006
  Q: Do you know where this doctrine of generational curses came from? I know which Old Testament verses ...
  A: Sorry Andrew. It was before my time. I remember in the 80's people were getting carried away with ...
Camel Rides8/29/2006
  Q: We went to the assembly of God church and they said you have camel rides at baptisms. What is the ...
  A: Are you sure it wasn't someones idea of a joke? I have been in the Assemblies of God for over 20 ...
Lots wife8/14/2006
  Q: is there any relation between Lot's wife (pillar of salt)and the dead sea?
  A: Only the general geographic area. However there is a 12 km geological ridge of pure salt in the ...
Sabbath7/17/2006
  Q: My friend who is SDA says that Col. 2 has nothing to do with the Sabbath/10 Commandments. He says ...
  A: The early church worshipped on "the Lords Day". So called because it was the first day of the week, ...
OK, so I suppose you'd be...3/14/2006
  Q: OK, so I suppose you'd be just as credulous when it comes to claims of miraculous healings from ...
  A: OK, this is really getting ridiculous. I never said there was no evidence. And I actually believe ...
1. Ok, so all doctors are...3/9/2006
  Q: 1. Ok, so all doctors are dishonest secular humanists who would lie to discredit all the healing ...
  A: Sorry to take so long to get back to you Bob. As I said, I am away for a month in Brazil. Let me ...
Of course there's such a thing...3/7/2006
  Q: Of course there's such a thing as an impartial observer. It's called the woman's doctor. If all ...
  A: Well Bob, your partiality is clear. The general answer to your allegation is your attitude. It's ...
I know that there have been...3/6/2006
  Q: I know that there have been many exposes of false healings and false prophecies in Pentecostal ...
  A: Your right, there have been quite a few exposes. Usually they have been constructed by anything but ...
I know that Pentecostals believe...2/16/2006
  Q: I know that Pentecostals believe in faith healing, but what exactly does that entail? Does that mean ...
  A: I am not sure exactly where you are coming from. I don't think it is completely accurate to say that ...
Gods help and prosperity2/14/2006
  Q: We own our own business and several weeks ago our business had started to loose accounts. It has ...
  A: Praying all the time, reading the bible, attending church and crying a lot will not help your ...
Do all Pentecostals/AoG believe...1/31/2006
  Q: Do all Pentecostals/AoG believe in generational curses? I'd like to know when this doctrine began to ...
  A: No, generational curses do not rate a mention in the Australian AOG statement of beliefs. I do not ...
Thanks for the answer. I'm...1/30/2006
  Q: I'm trying to understand what you believe and why. You say that in 20 years of "speaking in tongues" ...
  A: You said: "You say that in 20 years of "speaking in tongues" there have only been a few times when ...
How does the Pentecostal church...1/29/2006
  Q: How does the Pentecostal church justify the practice of speaking in tongues? It is quite clear from ...
  A: I share some of your contentions, more directed at individuals than an entire movement. There are ...
Divorce and Re-marriage1/17/2006
  Q: Several years ago I became an alcoholic. During these years I cheated on my wife and she eventually ...
  A: It sounds like you already know the truth. Let me walk you through it so that you can see more ...
gifts of administration10/13/2005
  Q: In 1 Corinthians 12:8-10, Paul speaks of 9 gifts given through the Spirit. Then in 1 Cor 12:28, he ...
  A: I think that Pauls pre-amble from 1 Cor 12 is important for understanding your question. He says: ...
Sunday sabbath8/14/2005
  Q: Why did we change from Saturday to Sunday Sabbath? If you know the history and the reasoning, that ...
  A: Your friend is actually very wrong. It wasn't the Catholics that changed it. They didn't even exist ...
church8/2/2005
  Q: pls tell me about the church why its imprtantant to have this fellowship?
  A: Sorry that it has taken me so long to get back to you. Church in and of itself is not really that ...
Authority of Prophets7/18/2005
  Q: Are prophetic words of TRUE prophets authoritative? I am AoG, but I am currently engaged in a ...
  A: Your logic is good. I can see where you are coming from, but there is a more biblical way of looking ...
Are these "sins?"6/27/2005
  Q: I was raised lutheran, and turned A/G as a teen. I am now 41. I have been a devoted Christian my ...
  A: Well Mike, I take your point. Unfortunately for you and I, your critics would not be likely to lend ...
Is it a sin to have an eating...5/8/2005
  Q: Is it a sin to have an eating disorder? I really need to know.
  A: The fact that you describe it as an eating disorder means that you have already decided that the ...
prayer for the non believer4/28/2005
  Q: Can we as Christians pray for healing for a non believer and pray for them to be saved and find the ...
  A: Wow. I can hardly believe someone is telling you this stuff. I doubt that whoever is telling you ...
TRINITY12/16/2004
  Q: Could you plese explain your beliefs on the Trinity?
  A: I appreciate the question. It is not a simple one (despite what some will tell you) and I really ...
hello, i am in an argument...11/26/2004
  Q: i am in an argument and i need help could you please give me proof that there is a god? please send ...
  A: The proof that there is a God is that there is a creation. The evidence that i have to support this ...
Doctrine Inquiry10/2/2004
  Q: I'm writing a paper on the social implications of computing. Where does the Assembly of God Church ...
  A: I am not aware of a unified position on the mark of the beast, or on any other end time theories. ...

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