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Scott Talbot

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  • Knowledgeability 9.85
  • Clarity of Response 9.85
  • Politeness 9.96
  • Response Time(hr) 6.9
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 3.8
  • Total Questions 842
 I have studied the Bible and Bible-related topics since the time I was very young. My education includes a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Bible, and a Master of Divinity degree. I enjoy delving into deep theological issues and always enjoy a healthy debate. But more importantly, I like working with people and helping them to find the answers that they are looking for. And I am convinced that these answers are available in the Bible.

Edward Bode

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.66
  • Clarity of Response 9.74
  • Politeness 9.93
  • Response Time(hr) 15.8
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 25.6
  • Total Questions 459
 A scholar of Jewish and Christian scripture (biblical studies), I hold graduate degrees from three universities in Rome [Italy]: Pontifical Gregorian University, Pontifical Biblical Institute, and the University of St. Thomas. I also have a master's degree in English. My special interests are the gospels of the New Testament and the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Tom Smith

Canada
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.88
  • Clarity of Response 9.80
  • Politeness 9.92
  • Response Time(hr) 70.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 138.1
  • Total Questions 331
 I am able to answer a wide range of questions regarding orthodox Christian theology as well as those of many of the more common cults and religious movements (inside and outside of the church). This includes Protestantism, Charismatic movement, New Apostolic Reformation, Strategic Prayer/Spiritual Warfare, Catholicism, Mormonism, Jehovah Witnesses, Calvinism, Reformed Church, Baptist Church, Pentecostalism, and Oneness Pentecostalism. I have been a member of or have attended many of the above. I have studied the beliefs and literature of the remaining through a variety of means, including in most cases interacting with members and/or leaders in these organizations. I also maintain a significant library/resource of information on these movements and organizations.

Joel Bjorling

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  • Knowledgeability 9.20
  • Clarity of Response 10.00
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 6.6
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 5.6
  • Total Questions 16
 I can answer general questions about the Bible and offer guidance in Bible study resources.

Jim Miller

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.79
  • Clarity of Response 9.83
  • Politeness 9.90
  • Response Time(hr) 13.7
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 2.9
  • Total Questions 316
 Biblical Studies -- including Ancient Near East, Intertestamental Literature and early Christian literature.

Dean Gade

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.73
  • Clarity of Response 9.59
  • Politeness 9.93
  • Response Time(hr) 18.7
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 13.3
  • Total Questions 316
 I can answer questions concerning the translating of specific words and translations of the New Testament. I can give the etemology of Greek words, primarily in the Koine Greek, but also in Classical Greek. I can also give explanations of much of the Bible having read it many times and written many Bible studies.

Judith Anne Krenek

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  • Response Time(hr) 76.6
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 77.0
  • Total Questions 372
 I study the Bible word for word in Greek and Hebrew . I do not take the Bible out of context. I believe the Word of God is True and should be applied in your life daily. To maintain a personal relationship with Jesus(Yeshua) is my goal in life

Marilyn

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  • Knowledgeability 9.92
  • Clarity of Response 9.90
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 38.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 57.7
  • Total Questions 577
 I can answer questions on issues about evolution and creationism. I can answer questions on how the Bible applies to every day life and the future of mankind. I have some understanding of spiritual warfare. If I don`t know the answer to your question, I`m not going to try and pretend that I do. But every answer a questioner receives from any person, expert here or anywhere else, must be weighed against what the Bible says and laid before God in prayer. Spiritual issues are too important to just accept what a person tells you without confirmation from the Bible and the Holy Spirit. It is the Holy Spirit who gives a person wisdom. He will give peace regarding how to handle any issue or teaching if it is correct.

Samir

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  • Response Time(hr) 15.8
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 12.8
  • Total Questions 91
 The original, unchanged revelations given to Abraham and other prophets(like Moses and Jesus ) reaching back to Adam all came from the One True God(The Creator). This common origin explains their similarities in many beliefs and values However, over time the teachings of the various religions, due to a variety of reasons, have become distorted and mixed with made-man ideas. The last Prophet and Messenger of God, Muhammad , who is a direct descendant of Abraham through his first born son, Ishmael, was sent with the Last Guidance, Revelation and Testament, the Holy Qur`an(koran) to amend and correct the changes and corruption This is why this last Revelation which was sent 1421 years ago has remained unchanged, not even a word or a letter has been altered. The oneness and universality of God`s message requires that people accept all the messengers of God. Rejecting one of them amounts to rejecting them all. The Jews reject Jesus`s mission and Muhammad`s mission; the Christians reject Muhammad`s mission; whereas the Muslims accept them all, but reject incorrect historical interpretations and human elements in these missions. The Final Prophet Muhammad said: "Whoever believes there is no god but God, alone without partner, that Muhammad is .....

Rev Philip Dacre

U.K.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.65
  • Clarity of Response 9.65
  • Politeness 9.95
  • Response Time(hr) 9.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 0.6
  • Total Questions 387
 Any question on religions and Christianity specifically.Jesus gave us the Keys to the Kingdom of God, through the Holy Spirit. We are ministers of the Holy Spirit and therefore we have access to God. God is the Spirit. So our answers come tempered by the hand of God.

LEBoyd

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.68
  • Clarity of Response 9.71
  • Politeness 9.96
  • Response Time(hr) 21.7
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) N/A
  • Total Questions 241
 I am available to answer questions on most subjects dealing with the Old and New Testaments. I have more than 30 years of detailed study in both Testaments. Additionally, I have studied the many facets of evolution, including a detailed study of Darwin's Origin of the Species. I am a fundamentalist, in that I believe that all Scripture is inspired, or God-breathed, (II Tim. 3:16). I believe that there are no contradictions in the Bible, and that the Bible is complete in telling us our purpose on earth, how to gain salvation and how we should live to obtain salvation. I believe in sin, Satan, heaven, hell, choice-immersion, grace as the free-gift of God and that one can fall from grace. I am a 'layman' in that I taught myself Hebrew (in the English alphabet) and Greek (in the Greek alphabet).

Mr. McClellan

U.S.
Available
  • Rating N/A
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  • Response Time(hr) 29.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 90.2
  • Total Questions 381
 I can answer questions concerning Christian doctrine as well as other kinds of questions relating to religion. One important thing, among many, that needs clearing up is the meaning of religion. Religion is any system of belief that tries to explain how people should think and behave so that life is the best it can be. The definition found in the dictionary is seriously in error being based on popular but wrong ideas. Email me at and.the.truth.is@GMX.com for a free PDF 5 page introduction to my just completed book, "And The Truth Is?" It's uniquely different and interactive, designed to show you that you can actually know the way, the truth, and the life Jesus spoke of and what he expected people to do to participate in it as well as what to expect if they did.

Mrs. Priscilla Lyons

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.72
  • Clarity of Response 9.71
  • Politeness 9.93
  • Response Time(hr) 16.8
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 13.9
  • Total Questions 356
 I have time for you. The Bible has been my guiding light for most of the 56 years of my life. My missionary parents in Brazil kindled a love for God`s Word by their example and their love for truth. The Lord has blessed my husband and me with responsible, independent children who love and serve the Lord and are our best friends. I would enjoy discussing any subject or problem from a Biblical perspective.

Todd Tyszka

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.88
  • Clarity of Response 9.74
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 24.6
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 53.5
  • Total Questions 192
 My degrees and studies are mostly in Christian doctrine but I will answer questions having to do with almost any aspect of Christianity and The Bible.

Roy Wallen

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.68
  • Clarity of Response 9.60
  • Politeness 9.87
  • Response Time(hr) 16.7
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 18.8
  • Total Questions 124
 Using the Bible as my primary source and references in support of it, I am willing to answer questions on subjects from the Old and New Testaments. My faith is based on biblical Christianity and fundamental views from the Bible. I cannot answer questions about specific sects or religious organizations nor can I address religions outside biblical Christianity. As a Christian for nearly 40 years, I have studied many aspects of the Christian faith. My particular interests are in creation and the natural processes of the world around us and how they fit with the biblical record. I believe that all Scripture is inspired by God. I believe that there are no contradictions in the Bible and that the Bible is complete in telling us as individuals how we should relate to God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit; our purpose on earth; and how we should live. Greek lauguage study has helped me gain additional insight into the New Testament but most of my reference work is done in English and, to a lesser degree, German.

Glenn Hansen

China
Available
  • Rating N/A
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  • Response Time(hr) 24.8
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 11.2
  • Total Questions 89
 I will gladly respond to questions on perfection, sanctification, justification, the seal of God, and the nature of Christ. I can also help people understand issues related to the ceremonial law and Decalogue in the New Testament. As an SDA, I read more than fifty of Ellen G. White's books in their entirety. I can answer questions about Adventism, from the perspective of a well read member for more than thirty years. Martin Luther's treatise, "The Freedom of a Christian Man" is one of my favorite Christian writings. If I am not comfortable answering a specific question, I will try to refer you to a good resource.

Mel and Guyna Horne

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.84
  • Clarity of Response 9.59
  • Politeness 9.91
  • Response Time(hr) 37.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 29.8
  • Total Questions 337
 Anyone can read the Bible but sometimes it helps to have someone assist with the understanding (Acts 8:26-40). Truth comes from God through his holy spirit of truth (Jn. 16:13, 1Cor. 2:12), which is available to anyone who believes, repents and seeks God fervently and wholeheartedly, with humility, faith and persistence (Mat. 7:7, Deu. 4:29, Isa. 66:2, Jas. 4:1-10, Phil. 2:12). Truth is not limited to, or by, man’s religious organizations, church traditions, popular beliefs or personal opinions (Jn. 8:32, 14:6). We will try to help anyone who is trying to understand scripture or Christian living. [Please do not submit homework questions as they will be rejected.]

Dennis Herman

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.74
  • Clarity of Response 9.42
  • Politeness 9.95
  • Response Time(hr) 40.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 48.0
  • Total Questions 93
 I can answer questions on Biblical text concerning parables, of both the physical and acted nature. This also applies to prophesy comparing the physical with the spiritual.

Thurman C. Petty, Jr.

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.81
  • Clarity of Response 9.69
  • Politeness 9.93
  • Response Time(hr) 20.6
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 66.0
  • Total Questions 687
 I`ve been a Pastor and Bible teacher for 40 years.

Patricia Burns

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.71
  • Clarity of Response 9.42
  • Politeness 9.73
  • Response Time(hr) 11.6
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 34.0
  • Total Questions 308
 What roll will the church play in end-time prophetic history? Where are we in the prophetic scheme of things? How many battles will be played out in prophetic history, and when will they occur? When will the partial blindness of Israel be lifted? When will the time frames of Daniel and Revelation fall? When will the Seven Last Plagues fall? What is the Abomination that makes Desolate? Who are the two witnesses? When will the beasts/kings of the book of Daniel comes upon the world scene? Where is the bottomless pit? When will the battle of Armageddon be fought? Who are the army who will follow the Lamb to the battle of Armageddon? Where is that great city Babylon? Where is the Sanctuary? What will cleanse the Sanctuary? When will the command to restore and to rebuild take place? These questions, and many more topics of prophetic Biblical history, are answered by this author.

Kristopher Browning

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.92
  • Clarity of Response 9.83
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 44.4
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 7.9
  • Total Questions 30
 Prolegomena: Theology of Inspiration, Theology of Revelation, Theology of Authority, Doctrine of the Holy Trinity (historical and contemporary), Cosmology (creation), Theodicy (existence/creation of evil), Hamartiology (Sin), Salvation, Ecclesiology (Theology of the Church) especially missiology, Eschatology (Last things, second coming, rapture).

Brenda Martin

U.K.
Available
  • Rating N/A
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  • Response Time(hr) 11.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 0.9
  • Total Questions 407
 I was a Protestant for 19 years atending church regularly, then I started studying the bible extensively for the last 31 years.In all these years I have answered questions such as "does the bible contradict itelf?" do we come from apes?" you name it, from genesis to revelation,to science,archeology and history, using the bible in all my answers.

Ferdinand D. G

Cameroon
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  • Knowledgeability N/A
  • Clarity of Response N/A
  • Politeness N/A
  • Response Time(hr) 352.8
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 352.8
  • Total Questions 5
 Any questions on christian theology and religion as a whole.

D.W.B.

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.00
  • Clarity of Response 9.50
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 16.9
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 16.9
  • Total Questions 3
 I can answers questions related to: Scripture, New Testament Greek, Church History, Biblical Conjecture, Bible Trivia, Prophecy, Principals in the Bible, Key Points in the Books of the Bible, And I can comment on any matter related to God, Christ, the Spirit, the Church, the believers, and christian practice.

Pastor Don Carpenter

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.90
  • Clarity of Response 9.83
  • Politeness 9.97
  • Response Time(hr) 134.4
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 177.2
  • Total Questions 326
 I believe that every word of the Bible is God-Breathed. This blessed book is the foundation of truth for faith and practice. If you ask this volunteer a question you will receive an answer from the Bible that is based upon a litteral, normal interpretation, taking into account the grammar and culture of the time.

J. Webb Mealy

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.57
  • Clarity of Response 9.86
  • Politeness 9.93
  • Response Time(hr) 23.8
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 49.2
  • Total Questions 45
 Qualified to answer questions about the New Testament, including ones that require expert knowledge of Greek, New Testament History, and New Testament Theology. Particular area of expertise is New Testament eschatology (teachings on the end of the world), the Book of Revelation, and the Gospel and epistles of John. Questions about English translations--how they are arrived at, whether they are accurate, and whether there are alternative possibilities. Textual criticism.

Reverend Ramona C. Stonecipher

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 10.00
  • Clarity of Response 10.00
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 21.3
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 21.4
  • Total Questions 7
 As a Pastor,and Bible scholar, I can help you find answers to questions of faith. We can explore the power of prayer and the power of the Holy Spirit in your life. I can help you cultivate a personal relationship with Jesus, the Christ of God. While I alone, can't solve your problems, I can lead you to the One who can. I can't make you believe, or have faith, but I can plant the seeds of faith and introduce you to the One who is the Gardener. I can also tell you, and show you, that God loves you, and our God is a God of second chances. I hope you'll accept my invitation to walk the Damascus Road together__. Welcome.

Messianic Rabbi Yochanan Levine

U.S.
Available
  • Rating N/A
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  • Response Time(hr) 10.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 21.6
  • Total Questions 323
 I will be happy to discuss all aspects of Christianity, Judaism, biblical doctrine, prophecies, etc. The Bible offers a wealth of information to us! So if you are wondering what the Bible has to say about any topic drop me a note.
After 40 plus years of study and research I have concluded that the religion taught by Y'shua (Jesus) is best defined as authentic Messianic Judaism. This is the approach I bring to these questions. If you are interested in a Messianic Jewish perspective I'm here to answer. I have hands-on experience with several different Christian denominations as well as with Judaism, the Noahide movements, Islam and more. I head our shul's (synagogue's) free online Yeshiva Beth HaShem: http://templebethhashem.org/yeshiva if you would like to learn more about Messianic Judaism.

Rev C.Brian Ross

U.K.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.91
  • Clarity of Response 9.78
  • Politeness 9.98
  • Response Time(hr) 14.0
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 16.6
  • Total Questions 217
 I am happy to offer answers to anyone with a question that refers to the Christian Faith in its widest possible sense. I believe that the Bible is the living Word of God, and seek to base all of my life on its teaching. I also have some knowledge of some of the cults, and of Islam and Judaism. Of course, my answers are just one man's thoughts, and I would always advise a questioner to check with others, and with the Word of God.

Clifford H. Readout, Jr.

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 02/28/2012
  • Knowledgeability 9.95
  • Clarity of Response 9.85
  • Politeness 9.96
  • Response Time(hr) 26.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 141.6
  • Total Questions 271
 Expertise: Preferred subject areas: Biblical doctrine, problem texts, and application of Bible teachings in daily life. Willing to consider questions concerning other aspects of Christianity, as well. Experience and qualifications: Converted to Christianity in 1970 while a student at Indiana University; active in Christian ministry since 1971; President, 1971 - 1973, then Chaplain, 1973 - 1975 of a campus ministry at Indiana University; Director of Campus Ministry for North Central Region of the U.S.A. and Canada, 1975 - 1976; director, dean, and teacher for a Bible College in Kaiserslautern, Germany, 1977; Pastor of the same church since 1978; founder and director of The Foundations Forum (Christian think tank), 1991 to present; District Foreign Missionary Director, 1981-2000; District Superintendent, 2000-2009; Founding Coordinator of Friendship International, a ministry to college and university students around the world, 1997 - 2001; Special Advisor to Friendship International, 2001 to present; Secretary and member of the Board of Trustees for a Graduate School of Theology, 1999 to present; Chairman of the Board of Directors and faculty member at the Apostolic Leadership Institute, 2000 to present; internationally known and requested Bible teacher, ministering by missionary and other official invitations in more than forty nations, and .....

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I am not an Adventist so that my view from the outside of the denomination probably differs from their belief, but as far as your first question I tend to think they are following the Jewish tradition

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There is, indeed, a mandate (Exodus 20:12, Exodus 21:17, Deuteronomy 5:16) to honor father and mother.  This is the first commandment with a promise (Ephesians 6:2).      It is true that there was a tradition

2012-02-06 honour your Parents:

Hi Zeek,    In these passages, Jesus is pointing out the hypocrisy of the Pharisees. They accused Jesus and His disciples of breaking tradition (in their minds, the equivalent of God's law), while Jesus

2012-02-06 Honour Your Parents:

Hi Zeek,    You asked about the reference to the fifth commandment in Mat. 15 and Mk. 7.     In addition to Mat. 15 and Mark 7, Christ quoted the fifth commandment in Mat. 19:19, Mk. 10:19 and Lk. 18:20

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