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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Wednesday Worship | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: My wife and I are studying with a lady that is not a member of the C of C. I am a deacon at our ... A: In short, no we are not adding to the word by meeting Wednesday nights. Yes the first day of the ... | |
| question about a answer | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: So I was reading the post about transgender and well though I like how you respond, I got a ... A: I barely remember the answer you read so it is difficult for me to even remember what you are ... | |
| divorce/remarriage | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I was married to my first husband for 8 years. He cheated several times throughout out marriage ... A: I am thankful for you choosing me to answer your questions and as always I do my best to give solid ... | |
| Bible questions | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: 1Cor.14 Is the gift of tongues unintelligible utterances? A: There is no indication anywhere in the New Testament that the gift of tongues was "unintelligible ... | |
| Bible questions | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: Who's plan was sin, bearing in mind that Satan was created by God? A: b You are now asking a question that has been debated for centuries. My personal belief is that sin ... | |
| Bible questions | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: Is tithing today legal as there is no Temple standing and no Levitical priesthood? A: Tithing was Old Covenant - giving 10% of your income...but God always wanted us to give from our ... | |
| Bible questions | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: 1Thess.4:14 Explain this verse for me and where does the soul go when someone dies? A: I first want to thank you for choosing to ask me your question. I will do my best to provide a solid ... | |
| Bible questions | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: Acts 20:7 Explain this verse for me and why did Paul break bread on the first day of the week? A: Acts 20:7 is not very complicated unless there is something in it you find confusing I am at a loss ... | |
| Use of agamos in 1 Cor.7:10-11 | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: You and I agree very closely on MDR. I've always had a problem, however, on the use and translation ... A: I have done a great deal of research on first century divorces and although many historians and ... | |
| MDR | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: I have read many of your answers on MDR. I want to know if you disagree with any of the teachings of ... A: I am quite familiar with Robert Waters. We had become friends over time and I have read a whole lot ... | |
| Peter | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: I hear sometimes Peter of the Bible being called the first pope or that he set up the Catholic ... A: You have heard the false teaching that Peter was called the first pope or that he set up the ... | |
| Sin | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: We all know even Christians are not perfect and have struggles. We also know that Sanctification ... A: I appreciate you choosing me to answer your question. You ask something that many have debated and ... | |
| Communion and the 4 gospels | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: In Luke 22:19 when Jesus said:...this do in remembrance of me. Were His apostles at that particular ... A: I disagree that the transition between the two testaments started with the death of Christ on the ... | |
| Praise Team and Church Split | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: Actually, I have two questions: 1-Are praise teams in the Church of Christ wrong? 2-My church has ... A: Yes praise teams in the church are wrong. There is absolutely no authority for them for one but more ... | |
| Communion | 10/10/2011 |
| Q: In Luke 22:19 when Jesus said:...this do in remembrance of me. Were His apostles at that particular ... A: I firmly believe the 4 gospels belong in the New Testament. Yes I realize Jesus was born, lived, and ... | |
| Communion | 10/8/2011 |
| Q: In Luke 22:19 when Jesus said:...this do in remembrance of me. Were His apostles at that particular ... A: I am not sure what you are asking me. Obviously when Jesus spoke to the apostles and instructed them ... | |
| worship in the home | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: I told the church that i had to work and i perform service in my home sing prayer and communion and ... A: There is nothing in the Bible to indicate we MUST meet on Sunday nights or Wednesday nights. As far ... | |
| worship in the home | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: I told the church that i had to work and i perform service in my home sing prayer and communion and ... A: I do appreciate you choosing to ask me your question once again. As always I strive to give solid ... | |
| four gospels | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: Are the four gospels still under the mosaic law since Jesus didn't die till the end of each gospel? ... A: There have been men debating for many years whether or not the four gospels belong in the Old ... | |
| Elder Marrying a Divorced Woman | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: I am a divorce woman who received a biblical divorce 30 years ago. Since my divorce I have been ... A: So he is a widower and wants to be an Elder so he's looking for a widowed woman to marry? I don't ... | |
| Elder Marrying a Divorced Woman | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: I am a divorce woman who received a biblical divorce 30 years ago. Since my divorce I have been ... A: I am confused by your question. You said the man who is a pastor broke up with you because he says ... | |
| Christian ethics -capital punishemt | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: Hey Joe, I am a Baptist christian and have recently noted divergant perspectives within ... A: I will do my best and apologize for taking so long to reply. I am working and in college too so my ... | |
| Praise Music | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: Can praise music be included in our worship services along with our old standards of songs sung by ... A: It is already done in most churches of Christ today. About every hymn book I have seen has at least ... | |
| MDR | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: I appreciated the time and effort you spend in answering folks questions. I noticed in one of your ... A: I am not surprised you don't agree with me and doubt either of us can or will convince the other he ... | |
| MDR | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: I appreciated the time and effort you spend in answering folks questions. I noticed in one of your ... A: I do appreciate you asking me your questions although your presentation is very long and detailed, I ... | |
| Headcoverings & Biblical Holidays | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: I have just a couple of questions that if you could help me with, I would appreciate it. While not ... A: I do appreciate your choosing to ask me your questions. I actually did a lesson on head coverings ... | |
| Taking the Bible literally. | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: Can one take revelations literally? I understand it is metaphoric and symbolic. Some people believe ... A: Obviously one can take revelations literally because so many do...well I don't know of anyone who ... | |
| I do not understand the trinity. | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I read the answer about the differences between the church of christ and the catholic church, which ... A: I do thank you for choosing to ask me your question. Now although the majority of people who are ... | |
| Issue of Salvation | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: We have recently discovered a difference in understanding with our elders, preacher and some members ... A: I am not sure I can be of help to you in dealing with elders, preachers, etc because most of them ... | |
| Kingdom | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: I sure did like your answer about Luke 12, it really told it like it was. Could you please ... A: In regard to your question I am not real sure if you had a specific passage in mind that you want me ... | |
| Perpetual Adultery/Remarraige | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: Norman, I am currently in a situation I never dreamed to be in. My husband and I have been married ... A: Your story broke my heart to read but sadly your experience is very common. The majority within the ... | |
| About the gospel of Luke | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: Your answers to the Biblical questions put before you certainly attest to your knowledge of the ... A: I pray every day that my answers to people on this site are beneficial and a blessing to all who ... | |
| Non baptized serving in worship service | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: Scripturally are non baptized youth of members of the church able to serve in worship service song ... A: I saw this in the question pool and chose to provide my opinion/answer to your question. I am of the ... | |
| divorce | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: This is my 2nd marriage and my husband is not a christian and has no intentions of becoming one or ... A: I actually am not aware of anything in the Bible (Old or New Testament) that says the only reason ... | |
| remarriage | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: My husband was married previously, and cannot tell me why his first marriage ended, all he says is ... A: If you haven't read my previous answers to others on divorce and remarriage, I highly recommend you ... | |
| over coming guilt | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: I married a man that was not safed. I have been COC memeber since 08. I am dealing with the problem ... A: I want to again thank you for your kind words to me and efforts to encourage me. After getting more ... | |
| over coming guilt | 5/16/2011 |
| Q: I married a man that was not safed. I have been COC memeber since 08. I am dealing with the problem ... A: I deeply appreciate your kind words regarding the work I do on this site and you are truly an ... | |
| MDR: Herod | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: Having asked your understanding of 1 Corinthians 7:10-11 and particularly verse 11, I wanted get ... A: I appreciate the follow up questions. But the fact is Herod was a Jew. He is the son of the Herod ... | |
| MDR: Herod | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: Having asked your understanding of 1 Corinthians 7:10-11 and particularly verse 11, I wanted get ... A: I deeply appreciate you asking me your question. I am as always honored to be asked questions from ... | |
| Differences Between Bretheren | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: Joe, Given your position on instrumental music in worship, do you believe those who receive Jesus ... A: Yes believers in Christ differ on a great number of issues. There are many differences among all the ... | |
| Instrumental Music | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: Joe, I have enjoyed reading some of your thoughts and insights on a variety of questions about ... A: I really appreciate your kind words to me and encouragement. I am more than happy to also share my ... | |
| Need for a | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: Let me first say that I am not a member of the Church of Christ (or any church for that matter) but ... A: No worries Christen, I am not bugged by you at all. But if you no longer have a follow-up question, ... | |
| Need for a | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: Let me first say that I am not a member of the Church of Christ (or any church for that matter) but ... A: I appreciate the added information and am thankful as well that I have been of help to you both with ... | |
| Need for a "second" baptism? | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: Let me first say that I am not a member of the Church of Christ (or any church for that matter) but ... A: I do thank you for choosing me to ask your question but am puzzled as to why you don't ask your dad ... | |
| instumental music | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: Why does the church of Christ teach that it is sinful to use instruments of music yet they can play ... A: I do sing religious songs when I am at home fairly often but I only sing them without musical ... | |
| Male gynecologist | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: What is the view of the church of male gynecologist? Thank You A: As with most everything, there isn't an official "church view" of male gynecologists. We only use ... | |
| instumental music | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: Why does the church of Christ teach that it is sinful to use instruments of music yet they can play ... A: I am more than happy to answer your question and thank you for choosing to ask me. First, the church ... | |
| Marriage/Divorce/Remarriage | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I just read your excellent article and I do know what the Bible teaches on this subject.I was ... A: Although I am not aware of any scripture which directly addresses spousal abuse, I am convinced that ... | |
| 1 Corinthians 7:10-11 | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: I'm inclined to believe as you that divorce is a forgivable sin. Furthermore, I'm inclined to ... A: I appreciate your asking me your question and it's good to see someone who can understand and ... | |
| remarriage | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: Joe... We are wondering...my first husband left me without scriptural cause. My fiancee divorced ... A: It is always important for Christians to understand that God desires for us to marry one time and ... | |
| Remarriage | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a question regarding getting remarried. I was married at the age of 21 years old. I stayed ... A: My view is simple and if you have read my past answers to others on divorce and remarriage you ... | |
| Pets in heaven | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: How would you answer someone who asks if animals will be in heaven (especially their pets)? The ... A: There is no indication in God's Word that animals will be in Heaven. The Bible is silent about it. ... | |
| Confessions | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: Joe, I was in a discussion with a coworker about folks who go to a priest for confession. He ... A: I do appreciate you asking me this question. I will be more than happy to assist you too. This is ... | |
| adultery | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: I need clarification. I have a friend who has become emotionally involved with a man who has been ... A: I don't see "emotionally" involved as equal to adultery in the heart if this is what you were ... | |
| remarriage | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: I was married from 2000 to 2009. I have always believed in God, but it has never been a main focus ... A: Yes it seems you have made many mistakes in life and it is a mess. But you are not beyond help. None ... | |
| divorce remarriage | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I am married to a man that drinks stay out all night said he was just out with the guys. I have had ... A: I appreciate your choosing me to answer your question. You said you husband drinks and stays out all ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I was married to a man who cheated on me. I then left him. We were seperated for two years. I chose ... A: I am not clear on something. Are you planning to marry someone new that is not the man you lived ... | |
| Perpetual Adultery | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I was in discussion with a minister who believes that Romans 7:1-3 indicates that there is such a ... A: Here are my thoughts on what this minister told you. He is completely wrong and only has unsupported ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: This is a hard question to ask because honesty sometimes is hard. My question is if a Christian man ... A: Some questions are not really possible for me or anyone to answer. Sometimes only God knows the ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage. | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: Joe, I have led a somewhat complex life when it comes to marriage, divorce and remarriage. I was ... A: I appreciate all your kind words and am happy if I have been of any help to you at all. I have been ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage. | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: Joe, I have led a somewhat complex life when it comes to marriage, divorce and remarriage. I was ... A: I am more than happy to help you and you are no bother to me. I am here to help if I can. I also ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage. | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: Joe, I have led a somewhat complex life when it comes to marriage, divorce and remarriage. I was ... A: I appreciate you choosing to ask me your questions and always strive to give Bible answers to Bible ... | |
| Prayer | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I became a Church of Christ Christian several years ago. I attend Sunday school ever Sunday. A few ... A: I do appreciate you choosing me to answer your question. One thing that is different about the ... | |
| Marriage, Divorce, Forgiveness | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: My name is Raymond, and I am 61 years old. I converted to Christianity 3 years ago and have never ... A: To be honest your story was very heartbreaking to read. Sadly the majority of people within the ... | |
| Divorce/Remarriage | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I read your reply to "Ryan" regarding divorce/remarriage. You stated in last paragraph "Divorce is ... A: There was a very respected church of Christ scholar named Pat Harrell (1930-1978). He was a minister ... | |
| wilful sin | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I just had a question about the bible and Gods word. If you could help me I would greatly thank you. ... A: Here is what the New Testament say regarding those who sin willfully. Heb.10:26-31 26 For if we sin ... | |
| Unmarried,divorces,and remarrige | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: I wanna know about adultery.Wut does the bible really say.I'm tired of people tellin' me about I ... A: I will do my best to help you. The Bible and God doesn't view adultery as any worse a sin than any ... | |
| music | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: music in the church???? how do you interpret sing and make melody with your heart verses ... A: I do apologize for the long delay in my answer to your questions. I lost my Internet connection for ... | |
| Explanation of Scripture | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: Please explain the following statement in Hebrews 1:10-11 v11. They will perish but you remain. ... A: It is important when trying to understand a verse or passage that seems confusing to determine the ... | |
| remarriage | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: I have read several of your responses to others regarding marriage, divorce, and remarriage. My ... A: I am so thankful if I have been of any help to you at all. I really am confident that you are ... | |
| church of christ | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: I was surfing the internat and this site came to me. I also am a member of the church of christ but ... A: No this is not the same church of Christ that you mentioned being "raised again" in the Philippines ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: Joe, I was reading your response to a divorce/remarriage question dated 11/1/2007. Everything you ... A: I would like to point out that often times our understanding of something becomes deeper as we ... | |
| Withdrawn member due to divorce | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: My husband has been a member of the COC his entire life (now is 29-years-old). He was got married ... A: When I read such things, it breaks my heart. I am saddened to see so many who do not truly ... | |
| life after divorce | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: I am member of church of christ. I was told by an elder and his wife to find a church but never come ... A: I am sorry to read about your story. I am also sorry an elder and his wife instructed you to find a ... | |
| ELDERS | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: Can an elder resign in front of the congregation one week and then the next week come back and ... A: in all my study of scriptures regarding Elders, there is nothing to guide us regarding whether or ... | |
| Adultery/Remarriage | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: I have been a member of the Church of Christ about 45 years or so, since I was 19. I was married to ... A: I am heartbroken over the story you have shared with me. What saddens me most is that you are ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: First let me begin by saying that I have been talking to a guy online for almost 7 months. I just ... A: It makes little difference. She is still being unfaithful to him by withholding herself from him ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: First let me begin by saying that I have been talking to a guy online for almost 7 months. I just ... A: I can only speak from what you have shared with me because I do not know the couple or anything ... | |
| DIVORCE | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I are both members of the church. He a newer convert of abt 5 years, I grew up in the ... A: I don't recommend divorce unless your life is in danger or some other extreme situations. What I ... | |
| divorce and re-marriage | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I was divorced in 2004. I was married to a man I was not in love with. I am the one who cheated on ... A: The short answer is no but I will explain the passages to you. First, what we call the "exception ... | |
| divorce and re-marriage | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I was divorced in 2004. I was married to a man I was not in love with. I am the one who cheated on ... A: My dear sister Lisa, I thank you for choosing me to ask your questions. From what you have shared ... | |
| divorce/remarriage | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: i needed some information about divorce and remarriage, i remarried about over 7 years this July ... A: I am deeply saddened and upset to read your story. You have been taught incorrectly regarding ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I are members of the COC. We have his, mine and ours family. We were both married ... A: If you asked every expert in the church of Christ category about your marital situation, I would bet ... | |
| Divorce and Remarriage | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I are members of the COC. We have his, mine and ours family. We were both married ... A: I am saddened by the damage caused by what is traditionally taught on divorce and remarriage in the ... | |
| creation versus forming | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: Gen Chap 1 speaks to God creating man and woman in His image. God being a spirit we must assume he ... A: I never understood created and formed as two separate acts. I do believe that man has three parts. ... | |
| marriage | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: Joe; there is no place in the Bible where anyone stands before a Govt approved Official, preacher or ... A: I have heard this argument many times before and I reject it. It fails because when someone had sex ... | |
| Divorce and remarriage | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I was baptized into the church at a very young age and left the church for many reasons related to ... A: Although my belief and teaching on divorce and remarriage differs greatly with the "majority" of the ... | |
| 1 corinthians 11:16 | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: i seem to read Paul as advocating for head covering in the form of a hat and that anyone who argues ... A: I don't agree with you about head coverings but don't wish to debate this either. My main reason is ... | |
| rapture | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: Please send me your understanding of Rapture. What do you think the meaning of 2 Thessalonians 2nd ... A: I do not believe in Pre-millennialism and therefore do not believe in a "rapture" at all. The idea ... | |
| 1 corinthians 11:16 | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: i seem to read Paul as advocating for head covering in the form of a hat and that anyone who argues ... A: First, I need to apologize because it was difficult for me to understand what you wrote. I am not ... | |
| Marriage, Divorce and Remarriage | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I have found this site to be quite interesting and above all, I’ve got to it at the right time. I ... A: I thank you for asking me your questions. First, from what you shared with me, it is true that John ... | |
| Do we go quietly? | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I'm writing again because the preacher where my family and I attend Church is making many statements ... A: Your situation is very difficult to say the least. I would not try to confront the preacher in ... | |
| Re-marriage | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: Can God forgive someone of Adultery and accept them back into the Church if they have truly repented ... A: I firmly believe that forgiveness can be given to anyone who repents. What many do not understand ... | |
| Divorce | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I am a member of a "traditional" Church of Christ in a very small town. I have been having marital ... A: I must tell you that your story broke my heart. It seems to me you have enough proof that he is ... | |
| The Godhead | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: Norman. Holy salutations to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. On the above mentioned subject ... A: It may be helpful for you to re-examine my first answer where I explained Col.2:9 to you. I ... | |
| The Godhead | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: Norman. Holy salutations to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. On the above mentioned subject ... A: I must tell you that you perplex me. I am not sure if it is because I don't understand what you are ... | |
| The Godhead | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: Norman. Holy salutations to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. On the above mentioned subject ... A: I don't see any contradiction between the belief that Jesus is a part of the Godhead and Col.2:9. ... | |
| Bible classes (Sunday) | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: 1.-Is the Bible Class during Sunday an unauthorized system of assembly? 2.-Here in our congregation, ... A: I will do my best to provide you with biblical answers. There are some churches of Christ who ... | |
| non denom or coC | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I'm divorced, and live with my young son and his mother. We separated for the past few months but ... A: I really appreciate you choosing me to answer your questions. My hope is that God is glorified by my ... | |
| marriage, divorce, remarriage | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: A young christian man in the church of Christ, married a god believing baptist woman. After a few ... A: I will do my best to provide you with the most biblical answer I can. As I am sure you are aware, it ... | |
| Marriage/divorce | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a question regarding divorce and need answers. I am a member of a church of christ. I have ... A: I apologize for taking so long to reply but due to the holidays I have not been able to get here to ... | |
| CHRISTMAS | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: WHEN WAS JESUS ACTUALLY BORN? IS THERE ANY REASON TO CELEBRATE THE BIRTH OF CHRIST? A: First I want to thank you for asking me this question. Second, I want to wish you happy holidays. ... | |
| Regulative Principle of Worship | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I put this question to Onaga but, as far as I can discern, he didn't really respond to it. So, I'm ... A: I do thank you for the follow up question, but I kind of wish it had been a separate new question. ... | |
| Regulative Principle of Worship | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I put this question to Onaga but, as far as I can discern, he didn't really respond to it. So, I'm ... A: I do apologize for taking so long to answer you. First, these terms RPW and NPW are not important to ... | |
| Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage | 11/9/2009 |
| 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 & Salvation | 11/3/2009 |
| 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 Sin | 11/3/2009 |
| 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 & Salvation | 11/2/2009 |
| 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 & Salvation | 10/28/2009 |
| 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 instruments | 10/17/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Demons | 10/5/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Trinity | 9/30/2009 |
| 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 mess | 9/29/2009 |
| 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 2:38 | 9/29/2009 |
| 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 mess | 9/24/2009 |
| 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 Christ | 9/17/2009 |
| 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 Politics | 9/16/2009 |
| 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 remarriage | 9/13/2009 |
| 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 church | 8/23/2009 |
| 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 & Remarriage | 8/23/2009 |
| 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 Hell | 8/14/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Divorce | 8/2/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Divorce | 7/28/2009 |
| 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 Righteousness | 6/8/2009 |
| 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 Righteousness | 6/6/2009 |
| 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 & Fellowship | 5/16/2009 |
| 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 & Fellowship | 5/16/2009 |
| 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 sales | 4/30/2009 |
| 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 Spirit | 4/18/2009 |
| 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 Marriages | 4/6/2009 |
| 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 Spirit | 4/4/2009 |
| 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 Remarriage | 3/16/2009 |
| 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. ... | |
| Servant | 2/19/2009 |
| 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 Revelation | 2/13/2009 |
| 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/Remarriage | 2/3/2009 |
| 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 Meetings | 2/2/2009 |
| 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/remarrying | 1/28/2009 |
| 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 Church | 1/11/2009 |
| 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 transgender | 12/25/2008 |
| 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 5:32 | 12/23/2008 |
| 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 transgender | 12/22/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| remarriage | 12/10/2008 |
| 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/Trinity | 12/9/2008 |
| 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 MARRIAGE | 12/5/2008 |
| 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/Trinity | 11/28/2008 |
| 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 worshipping | 11/14/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| remarriage | 11/11/2008 |
| 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 22:5 | 10/11/2008 |
| 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 People | 10/10/2008 |
| 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 Jesus | 9/30/2008 |
| 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/Help | 9/23/2008 |
| 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 Church | 9/20/2008 |
| 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 Church | 9/15/2008 |
| 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 Gospels | 8/28/2008 |
| 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 killing | 8/26/2008 |
| 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 killing | 8/25/2008 |
| 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 4/18/2008 | 8/25/2008 |
| 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 & Hell | 8/17/2008 |
| 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 Trinity | 8/10/2008 |
| 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 christ | 8/6/2008 |
| 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 Symbols | 7/21/2008 |
| 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 Music | 7/21/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| remarriage | 7/13/2008 |
| 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 do | 7/8/2008 |
| 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 Remarriage | 7/8/2008 |
| 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 Testament | 7/3/2008 |
| 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 Testament | 7/2/2008 |
| 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. ... | |
| Baptism | 5/28/2008 |
| 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 ministry | 5/28/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| Music | 5/26/2008 |
| 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 thing | 5/12/2008 |
| 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 living | 5/9/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| Information | 3/20/2008 |
| 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 Theory | 2/17/2008 |
| 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 Theory | 2/13/2008 |
| 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 anomaly | 1/29/2008 |
| 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 anomaly | 1/28/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| Question | 12/5/2007 |
| 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 + 26 | 11/13/2007 |
| 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 ... | |
| Divorce | 11/1/2007 |
| 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 ... | |
| depression | 10/24/2007 |
| 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 evolution | 10/18/2007 |
| 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 16:16 | 10/16/2007 |
| 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 Spirit | 10/10/2007 |
| 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 Christ | 9/23/2007 |
| 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 CHRIST | 9/10/2007 |
| 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 CHRIST | 9/9/2007 |
| 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 ... | |
| remarriage | 9/1/2007 |
| 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. ... | |
| remarriage | 8/31/2007 |
| 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 ... | |
| remarriage | 8/30/2007 |
| 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 ... | |
| Trinity | 4/29/2007 |
| 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 ... | |
| Trinity | 4/27/2007 |
| 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 Spirit | 1/20/2007 |
| 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 Spirit | 1/18/2007 |
| 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 believes | 1/15/2007 |
| 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 ... | |
| love | 12/16/2006 |
| 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 16:9-16 | 9/3/2006 |
| 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 16:9-16 | 9/2/2006 |
| 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 ... | |
| Providence | 8/12/2006 |
| 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 question | 7/15/2006 |
| 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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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.
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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 45 yrs old now. I am not a "scholar", but I am very familiar with the scriptures.
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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 am still very active within the church of Christ teaching, leading Bible Studies, and songleading as well. I am also actively involved in online ministry. I hope to open my own webpage eventually.
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School of hard knocks
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