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Martin W. Eldred

U.S.

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Expertise

I have been a Lutheran Christian for 47 years and a Lutheran pastor for almost 19. I can answer most general questions about Luther, Lutheran History, Lutheran Theology, and a Lutheran approach to Biblical Interpretation. I am ELCA, for those who know what that means, and I tend to be moderate theologically. I hope that I can converse with those that are either more conservative or liberal than I, and especially with those who are really just seeking.

Experience in the area

Pastors are "generalists" and generally have a working knowledge on many subjects. We are also used to working with a variety of answers from a variety of people. I teach a great deal, especially in the area ofthe New Testament. I particulalry enjoy the Pauline literature.

Organizations

I have been a member of the Society of Biblical Literature, an international gathering of biblical scholars and teachers, since the late 1980s.

Publications

I have written a few book reviews for the journal, "Lutheran Quarterly."

Education/Credentials

I have a B.A. from Pacific Lutheran University in Religion (Biblical Studies)and a Master of Divinity from Wartburg Theological Seminary.

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	T	P	Comments
Don	11/12/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you
Alex	10/15/09	10	10	10	10	Thanks for the answer. It was helpful
Ashley	10/13/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you so much, you answered everything .....
Cody	10/10/09	10	10	9	10	Thank you for your thoughtful response.
Craig	10/06/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you for your reply. I appreciate .....

Recent Answers from Martin W. Eldred

2009-11-12 the true God:

Don: Thank you for your question. The view of God that you describe sounds to me not too much different than that one held by young Martin Luther and his contemporaries--an angry, grim Father God whose

2009-11-07 artificial insemmination.:

Kitty: Thank you for your question. I don't think there is anything inherently sinful about artificial insemination. If I were to meet with a person individually, however, I would want to understand

2009-10-25 Salvation and Suicide:

Janet: Thank you for your question. Suicide is one of the most painful things that sometimes happens with people we know and love and it raises all sorts of questions and emotions. Those who are left

2009-10-14 enjoying life:

Alex: I would be glad to recommend some books that I often loan to people in our congregation. 1. "Manna and Mercy", by Daniel Erlander. More of a extended pamphlet than a full book, but Dan has

2009-10-14 enjoying life:

Alex: Thanks for your question. Should Christians enjoy life? By all means! Although we do not have exclusive rights, Christians above all should be ones to enjoy life in all its fullness. We

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