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Matthew Hampton
Full Time Faculty, College of Theology
Matt Hampton is a native of Phoenix, Arizona and serves as a faculty member in the College of Theology at GCU.  He studied business at Arizona State University, completed an MDIV from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary, and then a MED degree.  He has adopted 7 children and is a foster care advocate.  He is married to his beautiful wife Carol Hampton and they preside in the Phoenix area.
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A Hope and A Future With a Smile| GCU Blog

Do you have hope for the future, and allow yourself to embrace help from God? Read this Theology Thursday blog and get inspired.

Posted on November 9, 2023

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Theology Thursday: A Hope and A Future With a Smile

Jeremiah 29:11 promises us a future and a hope. When we abide in Christ, we begin to have an eternal perspective because we look at things from the end point of view and not the trivial day-to-day...
Posted on November 09, 2023

Theology Thursday: My Best Version of Me

Hebrews is a fantastic book that provides a foundation in faith. It truly brings us to the throne of God and to Christ himself. In Hebrews 10:24 we are challenged to spur one another on toward good...
Posted on May 06, 2021

Theology Thursday: The Forgiveness of Sins

The art of forgiveness is one of the key teachings in the Apostle’s Creed. Learn how to forgive others in this edition of Theology Thursday.
Posted on August 06, 2020

Theology Thursday: What Will Your Memory Be?

Recently a legend of NBA basketball, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, auctioned off most of his NBA treasures. There were things like championship rings and “Most Valuable Player” trophies. I was amazed to see...
Posted on March 21, 2019

Theology Thursday: Builder or Destroyer?

I recently watched one of my sons play a game at their field day called Builders and Destroyers. Some kids would be builders and have to go around and stand up as many cones as possible. The other...
Posted on January 10, 2019

Theology Thursday: Problems Reveal Our Character

Proverbs 27:19 states that as in the water the face reflects the face, so the heart of man reflects the man. James 4:1 asks what causes the quarrels and fights among you? Is it not this that your...
Posted on February 15, 2018

Theology Thursday: No Purpose or Direction and Wandering in the Wilderness?

In John 10:10, God’s words state that the thief comes to steal, kill and destroy. Christ says, I came that they might have life and have it abundantly (John 10:10). Do you feel like your life is full...
Posted on November 09, 2017

Theology Thursday: Do Not Let Your Heart Be Afraid!

There are a few passages that help bring things into perspective for every Christian. Romans 8:28 says, “and we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to...
Posted on April 13, 2017

Theology Thursday: Is Hurrying Worth All of the Worry?

My two-year-old daughter and I recently had a race. We decided that we would race from the car to the front door of the building. My daughter was so excited and was giggling and smiling as she was out...
Posted on February 09, 2017
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