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About Joe Norman
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Expertise
I can answer questions regarding acceptable worship, organization of the church, or any apsect of the Christian life. I am the son of a preacher and have studied the Bible from cover to cover since I was 12 years old. I am strong in my research skills and do not follow teachings of men. Many will label me as conservative and some might label me as liberal, but I just seek to be biblical. I understand proper exegesis and hermeneutics and apply them. My desire is to share my knowledge of God's Word with others. Please always keep in mind that none of us who are listed as experts here are divinely inspired and therefore it is possible to get incorrect answers from any one of us. Study the Scriptures and decide for yourself if what is taught is true.

Experience
I am the 4th generation in my family to be a faithful member of the church of Christ. I was raised by a preacher and have studied the Bible everyday since I was twelve. I am 44 yrs old now. I am not a "scholar", but I am very familiar with the scriptures.

Organizations
member of the church of Christ, served as a Deacon for a few years at LakeShore church of Christ in Waco, Tx. I currently live in the North Dallas area and worship with the Lewisville church of Christ.

Education/Credentials
School of hard knocks

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Joe Norman 
In Category  Churches Of Christ

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Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage11/9/2009
  Q: Is it lawful by Gods law for a Man or Woman who divorces their spouse due to adultry to remarry ...
  A: I have answered this question many times. Yet, I will answer it again for you. The short answer is ...
The Lord's Supper & Salvation11/3/2009
  Q: I live in a town where I cannot attend a Church of Christ. There is a community church with Baptist ...
  A: I am not sure what I can offer that will help you. We all grow spiritually at different rates. As ...
Question on Sin11/3/2009
  Q: We are sorry, but Onaga Thomas wasn't able to answer yourBack on 11-08 you answered a question about ...
  A: I will do my best to help you here. Many people do not truly understand what takes place on judgment ...
The Lord's Supper & Salvation11/2/2009
  Q: I live in a town where I cannot attend a Church of Christ. There is a community church with Baptist ...
  A: If you can't travel to the nearest church of Christ it is my opinion that you are better off having ...
The Lord's Supper & Salvation10/28/2009
  Q: I live in a town where I cannot attend a Church of Christ. There is a community church with Baptist ...
  A: I am sorry to hear of your difficulties. It is of my opinion that you are better off holding worship ...
musical instruments10/17/2009
  Q: Since there are no musical instuments used in Church of Christ services, are members of this faith ...
  A: Members of the Lord's church are able to listen to any sort of music they enjoy so long as the ...
Demons10/5/2009
  Q: Can demon possession still happen today? can a christian be possessed by demons?
  A: I do not believe demon possession still happens today and so a Christian cannot be possessed by ...
Trinity9/30/2009
  Q: Teach me about trinity because Im getting Confused
  A: The topic of the Trinity is a difficult one to understand. Our minds are limited and some things are ...
Divorce and Remariage mess9/29/2009
  Q: I divorced my christian husband and married a non believer. I have repented deeply of my mistake, ...
  A: I am not sure how to advise you to tell the truth. I believe we all pray for things we want or ...
Acts 2:389/29/2009
  Q: Joe, Acts 2:38 is a scripture of much debate among many groups. I personally believe this teaches ...
  A: I must apologize for taking so long to respond to your question. I normally respond very quickly but ...
Divorce and Remariage mess9/24/2009
  Q: I divorced my christian husband and married a non believer. I have repented deeply of my mistake, ...
  A: First I must sincerely apologize for taking so long to respond to your question. I have not been ...
Catholicism and The Church of Christ9/17/2009
  Q: I am a Catholic and have been all my life, and I recently started dating a man who has for his ...
  A: First, allow me to apologize for taking so long to respond to you. I went out of town over the ...
Churches and Politics9/16/2009
  Q: We moved this past year from an urban area to a rural area. We have found that the small churches in ...
  A: I am a conservative politically but am not a racist at all as that is contrary to Christianity. But ...
divorce and remarriage9/13/2009
  Q: I have been reading some of your comments about divorce and remarriage and the "traditional view". ...
  A: I do not have any of my own publications you can purchase on my research and exegesis of the ...
women's opinion in church8/23/2009
  Q: I have been a member of the Church of Christ for 23 years and for the last five or so years our ...
  A: There are no guidelines in the New Testament as to how to deal with a local church not having any ...
Divorce & Remarriage8/23/2009
  Q: First and foremost I want you to know I did commit adultery after I had been married for almost 20 ...
  A: I apologize for taking so long to respond. Normally I am responding within 24 Hrs. Anyway, the short ...
Heaven and Hell8/14/2009
  Q: Do we go straight to heaven or hell when we die? I have been taught that we go immediately to one ...
  A: I deeply apologize for taking so long to respond to this question. Life has a way of making me too ...
Divorce8/2/2009
  Q: 40 yrs. ago, my husband married his first wife in the Church of Christ. She left him after 6 months, ...
  A: First allow me to thank you for choosing me to answer your question. I also wish to express to you ...
Divorce7/28/2009
  Q: I have been married for 25 years and from day one have been miserable. I filed for divorce and am ...
  A: I must apologize for accidentally puting this question in the question pool. My mouse went crazy. I ...
Imputed Righteousness6/8/2009
  Q: Is the righteousness of Jesus imputed to the obedient believer, or is it his own righteousness? ...
  A: I thank you for clarifying some things for me and for asking follow-up questions to me. I understand ...
Imputed Righteousness6/6/2009
  Q: Is the righteousness of Jesus imputed to the obedient believer, or is it his own righteousness?
  A: I really appreciate your asking me this question. It would have helped me to know how to answer if I ...
MDR & Fellowship5/16/2009
  Q: Joe, I would appreciate your thoughts on a rather thorny issue regarding divorce, remarriage, and ...
  A: I didn't want to assume who was writing to me and so made an incorrect assumption as to whether it ...
MDR & Fellowship5/16/2009
  Q: Joe, I would appreciate your thoughts on a rather thorny issue regarding divorce, remarriage, and ...
  A: I agree that this is a rather thorny issue. You have probably heard the suggestion before about ...
Children's Church/yard sales4/30/2009
  Q: I have been a member of the church for several years. I moved to a new area and placed my membership ...
  A: In thinking more on this, I think I need to share some additional thoughts. The first thought I had ...
infiling of Holy Spirit4/18/2009
  Q: Why is the church not being taught the infilling of the Holy Spirit as in the book of Acts? ANSWER: ...
  A: I appreciate your offer. I am always willing to discuss and teach on the Holy Spirit. I am here to ...
Second Marriages4/6/2009
  Q: Bro Norman, I thank you in advance for taking time to answer my question. I pray I articulate my ...
  A: I do apologize for taking so long to respond. Sometimes life gets in the way. I am saddened as well ...
infiling of Holy Spirit4/4/2009
  Q: Why is the church not being taught the infilling of the Holy Spirit as in the book of Acts?
  A: I am not sure what you mean by the "infilling" of the Holy Spirit. We teach on the Holy Spirit in ...
Divorce and Remarriage3/16/2009
  Q: I just read your views on divorce and remarriage and I have to say I am VERY curious (as I am ...
  A: I appreciate your question. I will be more than happy to provide you with the things I have studied. ...
Servant2/19/2009
  Q: Was Christ a servant to mankind or mankind only a servant to christ? Thanks
  A: I thank you for asking me your question. I am somewhat puzzled with your question to be honest. Did ...
Christ's Revelation2/13/2009
  Q: According to the following Scriptures, what does Christ complete, fulfill, or make possible? 2 ...
  A: I must admit I am not sure why you chose these specific verses to limit me to in explaining what ...
Divorce/Remarriage2/3/2009
  Q: Joe...I have read all of your comments on this subject and agree 100%. My question is can you ...
  A: I have changed my position slightly just recently. After much more study, I no longer believe that ...
Men's Meetings2/2/2009
  Q: What is the scriptural reference for men in the church to conduct church business meetings that ...
  A: I appreciate you choosing to ask me your questions. I will do my best to provide Bible answers to ...
divorce/remarrying1/28/2009
  Q: I have recently remarried. I have a lot of fears and doubts. It may be because i do not understand ...
  A: I appreciate you for asking me your questions and will do my best to answer you biblically. Let me ...
Instruments/Orthodox Church1/11/2009
  Q: I read your answer in response to a question about the use of instruments in worship. I noticed that ...
  A: I do appreciate you choosing to ask me questions regarding the Orthodox church and their music ...
Eunuchs and transgender12/25/2008
  Q: I have a friend who believes being transgender is justified in the bible i.e. being a eunuch. This ...
  A: This is indeed a difficult thing to deal with when you have a good friend who has these feelings and ...
Jesus's Correcting the Pharisees in Matt 5:3212/23/2008
  Q: It seems like when it comes to divorce and remarriage, most churches are so quick to grab a few ...
  A: I am more than happy to expand on Matthew 5:31,32 and when the church was established. Let's begin ...
Eunuchs and transgender12/22/2008
  Q: I have a friend who believes being transgender is justified in the bible i.e. being a eunuch. This ...
  A: I deeply appreciate you for choosing me to answer this question. As always, I seek to provide a ...
remarriage12/10/2008
  Q: Mr. Norman, Some history first- My husband and I have both been married once before to other people. ...
  A: If you get the book I recommended to you, I think it can convince him to stay married. Again, the ...
God/Trinity12/9/2008
  Q: What is the relationship between, the father, the son and the holy spirit? Are they all gods? ...
  A: Considering you asked three different "experts" this question and got three different answers, I can ...
ABUSIVE MARRIAGE12/5/2008
  Q: I'VE BEEN MARRIED FOR LESS THAN A YEAR NOW. MY HUSBAND GETS INTO VIOLENT RAGES. I FEEL THAT HE GETS ...
  A: I want to apologize for my delay in answering your question. I currently have the flu. I will do my ...
God/Trinity11/28/2008
  Q: What is the relationship between, the father, the son and the holy spirit? Are they all gods? ...
  A: The fundamental statement of God's unity is found in Deuteronomy 6:4. "Hear O Israel, the Lord our ...
Single worshipping11/14/2008
  Q: I am a member of COC, though am alone right now here in Bahrain, is there something wrong with ...
  A: I will try to provide you with a Bible answer because the Bible is our authority for all aspects of ...
remarriage11/11/2008
  Q: Joe, I know that you have answered questions like this in the past. I hope that you will answer my ...
  A: I will do my best to give you a biblical answer. You begin by asking me if it makes a difference in ...
Is mixed race acceptable to god?10/13/2008
  Q: I am mixed raced, is this (OR I) acceptable stiill to god? Flesh birth Flesh, Spirit Birth ...
  A: I always seek to give Bible answers whenever possible and will do my best to do so here as well. I ...
deuteronomy chapter 22:510/11/2008
  Q: will you please explain this verse. will I go to hell for wearing pants to church or any other ...
  A: I will do my best to help you understand the verse you asked about as well as elaborate on other ...
Old Testament People10/10/2008
  Q: Joe. I was wondering: Where did the Old Testament people go when they died?
  A: You always seem to ask very excellent questions. I assume you are referring to faithful Old ...
Baptism in the name of Jesus9/30/2008
  Q: Joe. I was wondering, Are we to be baptized in the name of Jesus or in the name of the Father, Son, ...
  A: You have a good ability to ask some excellent questions. I do believe I can provide you with good ...
Divorce/remarriage/Help9/23/2008
  Q: I have started reading the bible more. So that is good. Although with so many denominations throwing ...
  A: I must tell you that your story and the accompanying emotional distress has saddened me deeply. I ...
Instruments in Church9/20/2008
  Q: I have received a letter in regards to Instruments in Church--What does the Bible Say? A pastor of ...
  A: I am more than happy to answer any and all questions you might have and am so thankful that you ...
Instruments in Church9/15/2008
  Q: I have received a letter in regards to Instruments in Church--What does the Bible Say? A pastor of ...
  A: I want to start by thanking you for coming to me with your questions. You ask some of the best ...
Lost Gospels8/28/2008
  Q: Have you watched the documentary "The lost gospels". If so, what is your stand?
  A: I have seen parts of the documentary "The Lost Gospels". I have also read things about these ...
God command of killing8/26/2008
  Q: An Atheist asked me if your God Jesus is love and love us then why He command Saul to killed every ...
  A: I know of no other way to answer than the way that I did already. How can I answer according to ...
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: I have also been confronted with this question by atheists in the past. The question is good and the ...
Follow up question on one you answered 4/18/20088/25/2008
  Q: I have used the same argument to answer question about business meeting in the past. Recently I've ...
  A: I am more than willing to assist you if I am at all able to do so - you presented a large amount of ...
Jesus & Hell8/17/2008
  Q: Joe! I have one question to ask. I was raised Methodist and I remember from the Apostles Creed one ...
  A: You tend to ask some of the best questions I get here. There have been some who try to claim that ...
Jews and Trinity8/10/2008
  Q: Does Jews also believes in trinity ? What about Adam , Cain , Noah, Abraham, Isac , Jacob , David ...
  A: I appreciate your question. Let me answer them as best I can in the order in which you asked them. ...
church of christ8/6/2008
  Q: I like the church of christ and used to attend,was baptised at one time.I quit going after i got ...
  A: I deeply appreciate you for asking me your question. Here is the thing that concerns me. What your ...
Satanic Symbols7/21/2008
  Q: .. What are satanic symbols for?! are there really such things?! is it ok to use these symbols ...
  A: There are really such things. As to what the symbols are for, that depends upon who you talk to ...
Metal/Rock Music7/21/2008
  Q: have u heard of bands like demon hunter, stryper, antestor, and the like? is it really ok to use ...
  A: Yes, I have heard of some of those groups and am aware of the fact that there are many groups like ...
remarriage7/13/2008
  Q: My name is Keonna and the reason i am questioning you is hopefully to attain a clearer understanding ...
  A: I am so sorry that you have had the experience of being cheated on by your first husband and all ...
What a Christian must do7/8/2008
  Q: I was talking to a Churches of Christ person and he was talking about what a person must do by ...
  A: To tell you the truth, your question is not very clear to me. I will to my best to help if I ...
My Mother's Remarriage7/8/2008
  Q: a preacher preached a message on Matt. 19:9. The sermon was titled, "Who has a right to a ...
  A: At the end of your post, you asked me if I can point you to some scriptures where your innocent ...
Old Testament7/3/2008
  Q: I understand that the Old Testament is for our admonition and learning. However, a church of christ ...
  A: I deeply appreciate your desire to learn the truth of God's Word and your realization that each one ...
Old Testament7/2/2008
  Q: I understand that the Old Testament is for our admonition and learning. However, a church of christ ...
  A: I believe I understand your question and the reasons this church appealed to those Old Testament ...
Is Remarriage a Sin?6/28/2008
  Q: I was wondering: is remarriage a sin? The reason I ask is because my fiance divorced his wife ...
  A: I am more than happy to help you with Jesus' words in Matthew 5 and 19. I would like to begin by ...
Is Remarriage a Sin?6/27/2008
  Q: I was wondering: is remarriage a sin? The reason I ask is because my fiance divorced his wife ...
  A: First, I will tell you that based on the situation regarding why your fiance' divorced his first ...
baptism? salvation?5/28/2008
  Q: i have visited sites concerning baptism, and im really confused... please help... i can't seem to ...
  A: I want to apologize once more for taking so long to answer you. Normally I respond immediately. ...
Baptism5/28/2008
  Q: Is baptism really necessary for salvation? please explain, im really confused, im a CoC member and i ...
  A: I thank you for the opportunity to answer your questions. I want to apologize for my slow response. ...
women ministry5/28/2008
  Q: I was wondering, what is the Bibles view on women in the Church? Also, could you please explian to ...
  A: You questions are pretty general and so I will do my best to answer you. Keep in mind that my time ...
Music5/26/2008
  Q: Is it ok to listen to rock/metal music? as long as the lyrics is ok?! or listening to heavy metal ...
  A: I will be happy to answer your questions regarding music. There are many who will say that all ...
the M thing5/12/2008
  Q: I'm just wondering if masterbation is a sin? When do lust becomes a sin? Is it ok to lust after your ...
  A: I appreciate you asking me about this topic. I can give you my opinion, but that is about all it ...
holy living5/9/2008
  Q: I just want to ask a question on a particular situation: For example a couple who haven't been ...
  A: I want to thank you for asking me about this particular situation. I will do my best to answer ...
Who runs the church?4/19/2008
  Q: I grew up in the Church of Christ (1950ish). It was a small church and the men who were elders and ...
  A: I apologize for not providing any scripture. I will try to answer your excellent follow-up questions ...
Who runs the church?4/18/2008
  Q: I grew up in the Church of Christ (1950ish). It was a small church and the men who were elders and ...
  A: Since you "grew up" in the church of Christ, you are aware that all local congregations are ...
Information3/20/2008
  Q: 1. How many Caucasian or other ethnic races worship in the Churches of Christ? 2. What type of ...
  A: I would like to thank you for allowing me the opportunity to answer your questions. The first ...
The Pre-Tribulation Rapture Theory2/17/2008
  Q: Why do some some people believe so strongly in the pre-tribulation rapture theory? I have debated ...
  A: I mispelled his last name in my last response. His name is Ernie Laurence and he is listed with me ...
The Pre-Tribulation Rapture Theory2/13/2008
  Q: Why do some some people believe so strongly in the pre-tribulation rapture theory? I have debated ...
  A: I agree with you regarding the danger in this false doctrine. It is unfortunate that the majority of ...
trend or an anomaly1/29/2008
  Q: The following is an article I found interesting. I was wondering if this is a trend or an anomaly ...
  A: As I said before, it seems to be occurring more and more. It is a direct result of churches ...
trend or an anomaly1/28/2008
  Q: The following is an article I found interesting. I was wondering if this is a trend or an anomaly ...
  A: The short answer to your question is this sort of thing has been happening more and more frequently ...
Question12/5/2007
  Q: Joe. I am currently working on a quesstionnaire for a full-time youth ministry position in the ...
  A: My dear brother Chad, I can tell you what they are most likely looking for from you. ...
deuteronomy 14 + 2611/13/2007
  Q: I used to think that there was a third tithe for the poor mentioned in Deuteronomy, which was ...
  A: I do agree with your study and the math. You are correct about what the Israelites were instructed ...
Divorce11/1/2007
  Q: I couldn't help but notice that you wrote, "If a person divorces for reasons other than adultery and ...
  A: Nathan, I deeply appreciate you giving me an opportunity to answer you. You claim that I contradict ...
depression10/24/2007
  Q: i and thanks for taking the time to read this, I was baptised in 1989 and for a while i felt Gods ...
  A: I am thankful that you chose me to ask your questions. I am also aware that you have asked at least ...
darwinism and evolution10/18/2007
  Q: Can you please explain how a Church of Christ member would view Evolution and Darwinism? It would ...
  A: I deeply appreciate your choosing me to answer this question. I will be more than happy to help ...
Mark 16:1610/16/2007
  Q: The first old scroll does not have from Mark 9 thru 20. God does not have to repeat his self twice ...
  A: I completely agree that God does not have to repeat Himself twice, but He does repeat Himself. I ...
Gifts of the Spirit10/10/2007
  Q: Joe I notice you say on your site that the gifts were not passed on once the apostles died. ...
  A: First I want to thank you for choosing to ask me questions regarding the Holy Spirit. I deeply ...
Christmas &church of Christ9/23/2007
  Q: I have a very hard time with Christmas. It tells us nowhere to celebrate this and Jesus birthdate. ...
  A: I fully agree with you that this is a man-made holiday and is not commanded. Actually the origin is ...
The trustworthiness of CHRIST9/10/2007
  Q: Are these scriptures true? John 6:28-29; They replied, "what does GOD want us to do? JESUS told them ...
  A: I came to the conclusion that you do not embrace the entire scope of the Holy Scriptures because ...
The trustworthiness of CHRIST9/9/2007
  Q: Are these scriptures true? John 6:28-29; They replied, "what does GOD want us to do? JESUS told them ...
  A: I did not twist anything. The unfortunate fact is that you attempt to take a small part of what God ...
remarriage9/1/2007
  Q: Norman, I have a question that has been answered differently every time I ask. Some answers even ...
  A: I deeply appreciate your desire to be right with God and your careful study of God's Word Angie. ...
remarriage8/31/2007
  Q: Norman, I have a question that has been answered differently every time I ask. Some answers even ...
  A: I am happy that you had more questions for me on this topic and again thank you for the honor of ...
remarriage8/30/2007
  Q: Norman, I have a question that has been answered differently every time I ask. Some answers even ...
  A: I deeply appreciate you allowing me the opportunity to answer your question, but am quite sure my ...
Trinity4/29/2007
  Q: I would like to know why you try to avoid using the word Trinity? The word Christian is not found ...
  A: First let me apologize to you for taking so long to answer you. I have been in the process of ...
Trinity4/27/2007
  Q: I would like to know why you try to avoid using the word Trinity? The word Christian is not found ...
  A: I thank you for allowing me the opportunity to answer your questions. I am not sure where you got ...
Confusion!1/25/2007
  Q: My family and I have recently been trying to figure out what church we should go to. It seems one ...
  A: I am very thankful that you are willing to let me have an opportunity to respond to you as ...
gifts of the Holy Spirit1/20/2007
  Q: I am curious as to other interpretations of 1Corinthians Chapter 12. What are your views? ...
  A: Yes I truly believe that the miraculous gifts were to help in the establishment of the church and ...
gifts of the Holy Spirit1/18/2007
  Q: I am curious as to other interpretations of 1Corinthians Chapter 12. What are your views?
  A: Sorry it has taken me a while to respond to you. I am a full-time Music Education student and have ...
Church of Christ believes1/15/2007
  Q: Do you believe in the Old Testament as well as the New Testament?. What kind of baptisms are ...
  A: First, I want to thank you for the opportunity to answer your questions. I firmly believe in both ...
love12/16/2006
  Q: I've been asking about love. The Bible tells us to love God, love ourself even love our enemy. How ...
  A: I am puzzled by your question. It is clear that you cannot love anyone unless you know them first. ...
mark 16:9-169/3/2006
  Q: I have heard people say that Mark 16:9-16 is not in the oldest mss is this true and if not how would ...
  A: Okay, thank you so much for clarifying your question for me. I do believe that I can help you. Mark ...
mark 16:9-169/2/2006
  Q: I have heard people say that Mark 16:9-16 is not in the oldest mss is this true and if not how would ...
  A: I apologize, but I am not clear as to what you are asking. I don't see a reason that it might be ...
Providence8/12/2006
  Q: My preacher says that all the leaders of thecountries of earth are there by the providence of God. ...
  A: The answer to your question is yes there is scripture to support what your preacher says. Romans ...
Need help with a question7/15/2006
  Q: I have been asked to answer a question and I keep getting stumped and can't get started with the ...
  A: I thank you for giving me the opportunity to answer this question. How I feel about John 4:24 really ...

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