Posts Tagged ‘about this site’
I enjoy your site
Question: Hello, I just wanted to say how much I enjoy your website. It’s a great site for information on the Bible and I use it often. I am a member of what you might call a mainline church of Christ but I admire your stand for the truth and I use you often in searches for…
Read MoreA breath of fresh air
Question: Dear Brother / Minister / Elder / as you prefer, I found this by accident (providence) during an online search. At 84 to read this site was a breath of fresh air and encouragement. Bible-based practice like this has become a rarity in the UK. How I miss the wonder, encouragement, correction, praise, and…
Read MoreYour commentary on the Song of Solomon has been a blessing to me
Question: Your commentary on the Song of Solomon has been a tremendous blessing to me. I hope to be married soon, and I intend to practice all that the Lord has commanded through this beautiful love story. God bless you. Answer: I am happy to hear that the study was a benefit to you.
Read MoreOne of your articles caused a change in me
Question: Hello, Thank you for your guidance. I read one of your articles and it brought a change inside of me. Thank you so much. Answer: That is good to hear.
Read MoreSome try to try to shock or bait you with crazy scenarios, but you patiently answer their questions
Question: Hi Jeff, I am on your mailing list and I get many emails a day of answered questions by you. I eagerly open your emails every day and try to keep up with all your answered questions. It is clear that some try to shock or bait you with crazy scenarios, but you patiently…
Read MoreYour map of the Exodus route really helped
Question: Hello, I lead a Bible study at our small church. This week, we are looking into Exodus 13-14. When reviewing the scriptures, I had a difficult time placing the route of Israel out of Egypt through the Red Sea. Several references I use placed the “cities” mentioned in Scripture in “odd” places relative to…
Read MoreI learn a ton from your writings
Question: In reference to It is getting hard not to have sex. I want to marry my boyfriend, but I don’t want to give up my independence. Can we get married so we can have sex, but still live apart? I just want to say – such good answers. Bless your heart! — for taking…
Read MoreYou need to really study the Catholic Church before making incorrect statements on your website
Question: I converted from the church of Christ over 40 years ago and have been a member of the Catholic Church since then. Your online article is totally incorrect in almost all areas. Examples are you say we worship statues and idols. Totally incorrect! They are only there for reminders of Christ’s sacrifice and his…
Read MoreIs baptism more than a symbol?
Question: Hello, I have a question about a possible omission in a statement found on “What Saves a Person?” It’s specifically about this statement: “Be Baptized: God selected a simple method by which we demonstrate and declare our acceptance of His offer of salvation — immersion in water. It is a physical act that symbolically represents what…
Read MoreI still struggle with sin
Question: Hi, I came to your website to get answers to hard questions in life, and it is a blessing that you are willing to address the questions of people no matter their background. I have been baptized in the church of Christ so please don’t be so hard on me because I should know…
Read MoreThank you for your well-done reply to “The New Testament was written in Hebrew, not Greek”
Question: Thank you for your biblical reply on your website in “The New Testament was written in Hebrew, not Greek!”. Well done! It’s encouraging that your church focuses on feeding the spiritually malnourished American flock. Answer: We’re glad to be of service to others.
Read MoreWhat are some practical ways to spread the gospel?
Question: Good morning Brother Hamilton, I’d like to design a flyer to distribute in my hometown to inform people about our congregation. We live in a rural area that has numerous churches, and many of the churches of Christ are institutional. The few non-institutional congregations are small and shrinking. Your website’s home page is a…
Read MoreCan I borrow your material?
Question: Brother Hamilton, I hope this note finds you well. I am a minister and also serve as an elder in the church. I really appreciate your web page very much as it is very encouraging to me. Thank you for your efforts. I have a question. Are you OK with my borrowing from your…
Read MoreI use your material in my children’s class
Question: I am with the children’s ministry in the Lord’s church. I am using your materials to teach my children and it’s helping me a lot. I just want to thank you and pray that God will bless you with more insight in his word so you will continue to be a blessing to us.…
Read MoreYour articles have been helping me
Question: Hello! I am just a person working with the Church of Christ to become right with God to fuller faith. I just wanted to say that you have been helping me with your articles and I appreciate it. I hope God blesses you. Answer: It is always good to hear that someone has benefited…
Read MoreYou should make videos answering important questions for teen boys
Question: Hello, I wanted to email you because I have a few things to say. I’m looking at these other questions from young men my age and I’m wondering “OK, do we need to stop as a society and talk more about these things?” We need to openly discuss these important issues. Your site is…
Read MoreI benefited greatly from the lessons about the collection for the saints
Question: I benefited greatly from the lessons about the collection for the saints (I Corinthians16:1-2). This has helped me prepare for Sunday school teaching! Thanks, Jeffrey. Answer: I’m glad they were useful to you in your studies.
Read MoreThank you for all the questions that you work diligently to answer
Question: Jeffrey, I just wanted to send an email to you to thank you for all the questions that you work diligently to answer. Thank you so much for working with me and all others that are dealing with different issues relating to their spiritual growth. Thanks for taking the time to spread the truth…
Read MoreWe need more teaching that elders must have more than one child
Question: Your article, “Must elders have more than one child?”, was very well written and researched. We need more of this to support the correct teaching. I was just recently visiting a congregation in which the preacher was also an elder but with only one child. I was very disappointed to find this out about…
Read MoreThank you for the article on Once Saved, Always Saved
Question: Dear sir, Greetings. I came across “Is “Once Saved — Always Saved” a Bible Doctrine?” through a friend. Thank you a lot for this teaching. It has helped me a lot. Now I know better. Thank you. Answer: I’m glad the article helped you in your studies.
Read MoreThank you for the article “Overcoming Bitterness”
Question: Good Morning Sir, I read the article by Lawrence Kelley on Overcoming Bitterness and I read the 3 points on identifying the characteristics of bitterness to our Wednesday Night Bible study class. Our minister was so touched by this that he wants to post a copy on our bulletin board and website because he…
Read MoreI find the newer design hard to navigate
Question: Knowing brethren are growing is encouraging. I have used this site many times. I’m sorry to say I find the newer web page set up hard for me to navigate compared to the older system. But I’m sure it’s the seeking of the truth that will make me relearn. Watch and pray. Answer: What…
Read MoreI have enjoyed using your website over the years for research, study, and thoughts on a particular subject
Question: Dear Brethren, I have enjoyed using your website over the years for research, study, and thoughts on a particular subject. Keep up the solid biblical wisdom provided. I recently came across a passage which I really liked the translation. It took me a while to find it (the quoted verse was on Instagram) but…
Read MoreI am grateful for the support of your site
Question: I have used lessons from the site the past few years to help in the creation of my own. I am writing to you after looking over the lesson on Judaizing teachers. It is helpful because you give the background that keeps things in their context, which is important. I am extremely grateful for…
Read MoreDo you have a workbook on the Holy Spirit?
Question: First, let me thank you and those that have contributed to your webpage. I search it at least weekly. Great job. Since you have such an exhaustive set of resources on your website, I thought you might have an insight into a good classroom workbook or set of material for adult Christians on the…
Read MoreThank you for your insights
Question: God has brought me to your insights to guide me down the path of God, and for this, I thank you. Answer: I’m glad you have found the website useful.
Read MoreThank you for sharing “Searching for My Friend”
Question: Just a note of thanks for sharing this post and the notes to your friend. I pray that he is still on the right path. There was much wisdom in your notes. I have a son who is headed down the same path that your friend was on. Your approach has given me hope,…
Read MoreHow can I find a list of topics?
Question: I have used your site many times in the past and absolutely love it but apparently, there has been a change or I am using it incorrectly. In the past, I thought, I have always gone to articles and an alphabetical list of subjects would appear. Please advise! Answer: The old design was getting…
Read MoreWho writes the answers on your website?
Question: Who is the minister for La Vista church of Christ? Or, if not the same, who wrote most of the articles for the website? I really enjoy the hundreds of informative and Bible-based articles, commentaries, etc., and am wondering who authored most of them, since no name is mentioned. Thanks so much. Answer: Any…
Read MoreI found the answers I was looking for on your website
Question: I have been searching many websites on the Internet about the truth on many subjects but I couldn’t get find it. But when I got to this website I immediately got my answer to what I was looking for from the word of God. As a member of the Lord’s church, I thank you.…
Read MoreThank you for your article “Lies Pornography Tells Men”
Question: Thank you for the article “Lies Pornography Tells Men.” It is so hard for women right now…and consequently men too in marriage. I wish this article was sharable. So many men don’t understand they actually need to talk to their wives, spend time with their wives, and not be a stranger to their wives…
Read MoreYour recent article on patriotism is a necessary reminder
Question: Your recent article on patriotism is a necessary reminder. We stray a lot without noticing it. I found much value in that article. I’m downloading it for keeps. More lessons relevant to periods like this (around the world) are very helpful. Thanks. Answer: I’m glad you found it useful. This one was more happenchance…
Read MoreI appreciate your concise and well thought out answer to Aaron and the golden calf
Question: Good explanation on the Aaron and the golden calf situation. I appreciate your concise and well-thought-out reply, and I feel like it resonates well. If you have any more Bible studies or any writings of yours, I’d love to see them. Answer: Thank you for your encouragement. Most of the answers on this website…
Read MoreI miss hearing God’s Word being taught as I was once taught
Question: Brother, I am thankful I found your site. I miss hearing God’s Word being taught as my mentors taught me. I now seem a loner with no church assembly to worship with. I will soon be back in Thailand where I live in a small village on my rice farm. The Internet is so…
Read MoreWhy is mask-wearing an issue?
Question: Hi Jeff, Your website is so beneficial and I appreciate very much the Biblical-backed answers to the questions that you answer and all of the other resources on your website. That being said, your recent answer to the person asking if masks must be worn in services was disappointing. I don’t understand the view…
Read MoreThank you for clearing up my confusion
Question: Hi again, Mr. Hamilton, I just wanted to thank you for all the diligent work you have been doing for me and countless others to help create a stronger relationship with God and grow spiritually. Also clearing up all of the confusion that I’ve had toward the Christian life. Just yesterday, I got baptized…
Read MoreThank you for providing an enormous amount of information
Question: Thank you for providing an enormous amount of information regarding Bible studies, questions, articles, etc. For many years I have been a study helper and teacher, and I have frequently visited your website and received a gold mine of resources that helped in answering students’ questions. Your work continues to be a blessing to…
Read MoreI can’t believe you waste time discussing imagination
Question: I cannot believe that you would waste so much time discussing total bonker imaginings. The fact that none of the persons who wrote about Jesus personally knew him seems to escape your grey cells. They lived three hundred years after he died!! You know nothing of what the leaders of the Sanhedrin said! How could you? You…
Read MoreExcellent article on why premarital sex is wrong
Question: Re: Why Sex Outside of Marriage Is Wrong Excellent, excellent, excellent article! I was feeling a little doubtful, (doubting Thomas mode), about why God had said, “No,” to premarital sex. I’d like to thank you for such a dead-on and solidly-backed explanation as to why it is wrong. Not only were you throwing out references…
Read MoreHiram Hutto’s article on the head covering makes a difficult subject easier to understand
Question: Good day brethren, I take this time only to congratulate you, especially brother Hiram O. Hutto, for the head-covering subject that is titled “Command or Custom?” That is a subject I always have difficulty with because of the different views and comments about it, but here, it is very well detailed. I hope that…
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