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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-11-12 | Don | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you |
| 2009-10-15 | Alex | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks for the answer. It was helpful |
| 2009-10-13 | Ashley | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much, you answered everything I wanted to know- and might I add very quickly! |
| 2009-10-10 | Cody | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | No | Thank you for your thoughtful response. |
| 2009-10-06 | Craig | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your reply. I appreciate your time that you spent in your answers and will compare your suggestions with the Bible to see how they mesh together. I believe that the Bible is the only place to go when it comes to finding out the truth about the Sabbath and Christ’s Second Coming. I believe that the Lord does want all people to obey His Law, the Ten Commandments, to the best of their ability. The ability that we do lack, which is great, Jesus gives us through His strength. The Ten Commandments are the divine Law of God and we need to strive, through Christ, to keep His Law and this definitely includes the seventh day as His Sabbath. It is true that keeping the Ten Commandments will not make one have a place in heaven because it states in Acts 16:31 “And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house”. But it also states in John 14:15 “If ye love me, keep my commandments”. So, if a person loves Jesus, shouldn’t they keep the Commandments of God? I believe with all my heart that Jesus is coming soon ..... |
| 2009-10-04 | Bob | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Martin Thanks for the answer Bob |
| 2009-09-23 | Samuel | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your valuable reply. |
| 2009-09-18 | Karen | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much for your knowledgeable and prompt reply!!! |
| 2009-05-29 | Rob | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Dear Pastor Eldred, Please accept my sincere appreciation for your response. It essentially confirmed what I had already known in my heart. Yours in Christ, Rob |
| 2009-05-21 | dusty | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much! That was helpful and appreciate your thoughtful reply! |
| 2009-05-20 | Jennifer | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks for the reference. I plan on picking that book up. |
| 2009-05-12 | Carle | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you very much!!! You we're extremely helpful! |
| 2009-04-16 | Sarah Baldner | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you. i really needed help. i have compromised that one i go to college i can go wherever there is faith but right now i will be at the lutheran church |
| 2009-04-02 | Stevenie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much. You have given me hope. |
| 2009-04-02 | John | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks Rev! |
| 2009-03-23 | John | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Rev. Eldred, Thank you very much for explaining this to me. Your answer was timely, professional, and right on target!!!! Thank you for allowing me to ask you questions every time I need some info... |
| 2009-03-12 | Dee | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | No | Thanks for taking the time! |
| 2009-03-06 | Holly | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your quick response! Your answer has eased our nerves about going to meet with my pastor. Thank you again! |
| 2009-03-04 | Sheryl | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | The answers to my questions were extremly helpful, truthful and nonbiased. I feel very fortunate to have found this person (Martin) help me in my spiritual journey. Thank - you! |
| 2009-03-04 | Dan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-02-24 | Barbra | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank You so much for your answer. You indeed answered my question and opened my eyes. I chose you because I have read others questions and your response to them. Pilamaya (Thank you) Barbra Bordeaux |
| 2009-02-22 | Sheryl | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-02-04 | Mark | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Mr. Eldred, Thank you very much for your timely response. |
| 2009-02-04 | gloria | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 | No | |
| 2009-01-28 | Davide | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much, dear Pastor! |
| 2009-01-24 | greg | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thanks so much! Greg |
| 2009-01-18 | Anonymous | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | beautiful and helpful reply...thank you so much. i appreciate the compassionate, mature reply. |
| 2009-01-13 | Fay | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for your answer to my question.It makes it easier for me to understand. Also I was told Ephesians 4,verses 9 and 10 are a lot of the same meaning. |
| 2009-01-08 | HELENE | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-01-05 | Alex | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for your answer. |
Martin W. Eldred
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
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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