http://www.dtbm.org Word-Filled resources from the ministry of John Barnett http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Copyright 2013 Discover The Book Ministries info@dtbm.org info@dtbm.org Sat, 25 May 2013 18:46:26 -0500 Sat, 25 May 2013 18:46:26 -0500 Christianity http://www.dtbm.org/apple-touch-icon.png http://www.dtbm.org 100 100 Dr. John Barnett Word-Filled resources from the ministry of John Barnett Word-Filled resources from the ministry of John Barnett Christianity, Christ, Bible, ministry, John Barnett no Dr. John Barnett info@dtbm.org http://www.dtbm.org The Bible is the ONLY Book for EVERY person in ANY situation for ALL of Life! It contains light to direct you, food to sustain you, and comfort to cheer you. info@dtbm.org It is the traveler's map, the pilgrim's staff, the pilot's compass, the soldier's sword, and the Christian's chart. Christianity Dr. John Barnett The Bible is the ONLY Book for EVERY person in ANY[...] The Bible is the ONLY Book for EVERY person in ANY situation for ALL of Life! It contains light to direct you, food to sustain you, and comfort to cheer you. no http://www.dtbm.org Today I would like to go on a treasure hunt with all of you. Most of us have at one time or another read or heard about some of the great treasure finds of history. From the golden treasures of Ancient Pharahonic Egypt, in King Tut's tomb to the fabled lost gold of the Incas we have thought about what it must be like to first stumble on hidden treasure. But did you know the single largest buried treasure ever unearthed was not too far from us in the state of Nevada? This is a page from recent American history that is worth repeating and helping us as we start in our study of the Gospel by Mark. Let me share with you the secret of mining for gold in the Gospel by Mark as you open with me to Mark 1. info@dtbm.org Sun, 16 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 Christianity Dr. John Barnett Today I would like to go on a treasure hunt with a[...] Today I would like to go on a treasure hunt with all of you. Most of us have at one time or another read or heard about some of the great treasure finds of history. From the golden treasures of Ancient Pharahonic Egypt, in King Tut's tomb to the fabled lost gold of the Incas we have thought about what it must be like to first stumble on hidden treasure. But did you know the single largest buried treasure ever unearthed was not too far from us in the state of Nevada? This is a page from recent American history that is worth repeating and helping us as we start in our study of the Gospel by Mark. Let me share with you the secret of mining for gold in the Gospel by Mark as you open with me to Mark 1. no http://www.dtbm.org Mark's gospel is the apostle Peter recounting the greatest story ever told. If you will let him, Mark will let you see, feel and experience what it was like to have God in a body, right here on earth. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett Mark's gospel is the apostle Peter recounting the [...] Mark's gospel is the apostle Peter recounting the greatest story ever told. If you will let him, Mark will let you see, feel and experience what it was like to have God in a body, right here on earth. no http://www.dtbm.org First, MARK'S GOSPEL IS EXCITING. Why? Because it is the apostle Peter recounting the greatest story ever told. If you will let him, Mark will let you see, feel and experience what it was like to walk around Israel watching God in a body, right here on earth. This gospel is Peter's dramatic, vivid, full of color action packed video that takes us on an eye witness journey with none other than the Lord of Glory, Jesus Christ. info@dtbm.org Sun, 13 Feb 2000 00:00:00 +0000 Christianity Dr. John Barnett First, MARK'S GOSPEL IS EXCITING. Why? Because it [...] First, MARK'S GOSPEL IS EXCITING. Why? Because it is the apostle Peter recounting the greatest story ever told. If you will let him, Mark will let you see, feel and experience what it was like to walk around Israel watching God in a body, right here on earth. This gospel is Peter's dramatic, vivid, full of color action packed video that takes us on an eye witness journey with none other than the Lord of Glory, Jesus Christ. no http://www.dtbm.org Today, may I introduce you to the greatest saint who ever lived? Jesus called him that. Great saints are like giant markers that point the world to God. In the world's eyes, such things as being born into a famous, wealthy, or influential family bring a certain measure of greatness simply by heritage. Earning a great deal of money is another mark of the world's greatness, as are academic degrees, expertise in some field, outstanding athletic ability, artistic talent, high political or military office, and other such things. By those criteria, however, even Jesus Christ was not great. Though He manifested surpassing wisdom and power. He was born into a quite ordinary family, His father being a simple carpenter. Even after He was grown, Jesus did not own a business, a herd of cattle or sheep, a house, or even a tent. He had little, if any, formal education, no political office, no artistic accomplishments-in short, almost no marks of what the world considers greatness . info@dtbm.org Sun, 27 Feb 2000 00:00:00 +0000 Christianity Dr. John Barnett Today, may I introduce you to the greatest saint w[...] Today, may I introduce you to the greatest saint who ever lived? Jesus called him that. Great saints are like giant markers that point the world to God. In the world's eyes, such things as being born into a famous, wealthy, or influential family bring a certain measure of greatness simply by heritage. Earning a great deal of money is another mark of the world's greatness, as are academic degrees, expertise in some field, outstanding athletic ability, artistic talent, high political or military office, and other such things. By those criteria, however, even Jesus Christ was not great. Though He manifested surpassing wisdom and power. He was born into a quite ordinary family, His father being a simple carpenter. Even after He was grown, Jesus did not own a business, a herd of cattle or sheep, a house, or even a tent. He had little, if any, formal education, no political office, no artistic accomplishments-in short, almost no marks of what the world considers greatness . no http://www.dtbm.org Today, let's join the crowds trudging out toward the Dead Sea, listen with me at the back of this massive group of people listening as John the Baptist preaches. They have come into the region to the immediate W of the Dead Sea—an utterly barren desert. This area was known as the realm of the Jewish sect of the Essenes, and they had significant communities in this region. Of course, there is no biblical evidence to suggest that John was in any way connected with that sect. John also seems to have preached near the northern end of this region, close by where the Jordan flows into the Dead Sea, rather than midway down the shore. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett Today, let's join the crowds trudging out toward t[...] Today, let's join the crowds trudging out toward the Dead Sea, listen with me at the back of this massive group of people listening as John the Baptist preaches. They have come into the region to the immediate W of the Dead Sea—an utterly barren desert. This area was known as the realm of the Jewish sect of the Essenes, and they had significant communities in this region. Of course, there is no biblical evidence to suggest that John was in any way connected with that sect. John also seems to have preached near the northern end of this region, close by where the Jordan flows into the Dead Sea, rather than midway down the shore. no http://www.dtbm.org One of the richest studies for a disciple of Jesus is to follow His days in the Gospels. If you read closely the New Testament record you find a reference to specific days in the ministry of Jesus. When Jesus was baptized He was "fulfilling all righteousness" as Matthew 3:15 states it. So baptism was Jesus identifying Himself with sinners. On the Cross, he would bear their sins; and His perfect righteousness will be imputed to them (2 Cor. 5:21). But in God's perfect plan this act of baptism was a necessary part of the work of Jesus for those who would be saved. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett One of the richest studies for a disciple of Jesus[...] One of the richest studies for a disciple of Jesus is to follow His days in the Gospels. If you read closely the New Testament record you find a reference to specific days in the ministry of Jesus. When Jesus was baptized He was "fulfilling all righteousness" as Matthew 3:15 states it. So baptism was Jesus identifying Himself with sinners. On the Cross, he would bear their sins; and His perfect righteousness will be imputed to them (2 Cor. 5:21). But in God's perfect plan this act of baptism was a necessary part of the work of Jesus for those who would be saved. no http://www.dtbm.org The 3rd great event in the earthly life of Christ was His Temptation. This event is perhaps one of the most vital as we seek to love and follow Jesus all our days. Why? Jesus met and defeated Satan as a man. And against the bleak panorama of the Judean Wilderness we see this beautiful sight, a totally obedient servant who wins the battle because He obeys the Word of His Father in Heaven. So can we! info@dtbm.org Sun, 19 Mar 2000 00:00:00 +0000 Christianity Dr. John Barnett The 3rd great event in the earthly life of Christ [...] The 3rd great event in the earthly life of Christ was His Temptation. This event is perhaps one of the most vital as we seek to love and follow Jesus all our days. Why? Jesus met and defeated Satan as a man. And against the bleak panorama of the Judean Wilderness we see this beautiful sight, a totally obedient servant who wins the battle because He obeys the Word of His Father in Heaven. So can we! no http://www.dtbm.org As believers, one of the greatest privileges we have is knowing and sgaring the message of Jesus. What is the message of Jesus? In a moment we will examine it word by word from Mark 1. But before that, think of the wonderful change that the message of Jesus has brought. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett As believers, one of the greatest privileges we ha[...] As believers, one of the greatest privileges we have is knowing and sgaring the message of Jesus. What is the message of Jesus? In a moment we will examine it word by word from Mark 1. But before that, think of the wonderful change that the message of Jesus has brought. no http://www.dtbm.org Tensions were the highest anyone had ever known. People everywhere were talking about Lazarus who was dead and now he is alive, Bartimaeus who had been a blind fixture by the roadside as predictably as the morning. And now he could see and was he ever sure how he regained his sight. And then there were the crowds who had witnessed miraculous feedings and healings . . . Well it is Sunday, 10th of Nissan in AD30, Jesus Christ is leaving a small village 2 miles outside Jerusalem called Bethany. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett Tensions were the highest anyone had ever known. P[...] Tensions were the highest anyone had ever known. People everywhere were talking about Lazarus who was dead and now he is alive, Bartimaeus who had been a blind fixture by the roadside as predictably as the morning. And now he could see and was he ever sure how he regained his sight. And then there were the crowds who had witnessed miraculous feedings and healings . . . Well it is Sunday, 10th of Nissan in AD30, Jesus Christ is leaving a small village 2 miles outside Jerusalem called Bethany. no http://www.dtbm.org Three Crosses stood upon Calvary 2,000 years ago. Those three crosses speak of two destinies, of three men and in what condition they died. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett Three Crosses stood upon Calvary 2,000 years ago. [...] Three Crosses stood upon Calvary 2,000 years ago. Those three crosses speak of two destinies, of three men and in what condition they died. no http://www.dtbm.org Jesus spoke these words as He walked around that beautiful lake and demonstrated what fishing for eternal souls of mankind was all about. Against the background of these cities lining the Sea Jesus performed 60% of all His earthly ministry. He raised the dead, He gave sight to the blind, He gave health to the sick, and He replaced the decay of the lepers, and unshackled the demonized. And all this as He fished for the eternal souls of mankind. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett Jesus spoke these words as He walked around that b[...] Jesus spoke these words as He walked around that beautiful lake and demonstrated what fishing for eternal souls of mankind was all about. Against the background of these cities lining the Sea Jesus performed 60% of all His earthly ministry. He raised the dead, He gave sight to the blind, He gave health to the sick, and He replaced the decay of the lepers, and unshackled the demonized. And all this as He fished for the eternal souls of mankind. no http://www.dtbm.org Capernaum was witness to more of Christ's miracles than any other spot on earth. Jesus made His headquarters in this beautiful, prosperous fishing village on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. He performed more miracles and preached more sermons in and around Capernaum than at any other place during His entire ministry. It was there that He raised Jairus's daughter from the dead and healed the nobleman's son. It was here that He healed the demoniac, Peter's mother-in-law, the woman with the hemorrhage, the two blind men, the centurion's servant, the dumb demoniac, and the paralytic who was lowered through the roof by his friends. info@dtbm.org Sun, 21 May 2000 00:00:00 +0000 Christianity Dr. John Barnett Capernaum was witness to more of Christ's miracles[...] Capernaum was witness to more of Christ's miracles than any other spot on earth. Jesus made His headquarters in this beautiful, prosperous fishing village on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. He performed more miracles and preached more sermons in and around Capernaum than at any other place during His entire ministry. It was there that He raised Jairus's daughter from the dead and healed the nobleman's son. It was here that He healed the demoniac, Peter's mother-in-law, the woman with the hemorrhage, the two blind men, the centurion's servant, the dumb demoniac, and the paralytic who was lowered through the roof by his friends. no http://www.dtbm.org Jesus lived the perfect human life. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett Jesus lived the perfect human life. [...] Jesus lived the perfect human life. no http://www.dtbm.org Have you ever wished you could sit in the back of the crowd and listen to the greatest man who ever lived, Jesus Christ, and hear what He said to the lost and seeking crowds? Have you ever wondered how Jesus led someone to salvation? We have the records of Nicodemus, the woman at the well, the man at Bethesda, Zacchaeus, etc., but wouldn't it be fascinating to know the actual method and words of the gospel presentation? info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett Have you ever wished you could sit in the back of [...] Have you ever wished you could sit in the back of the crowd and listen to the greatest man who ever lived, Jesus Christ, and hear what He said to the lost and seeking crowds? Have you ever wondered how Jesus led someone to salvation? We have the records of Nicodemus, the woman at the well, the man at Bethesda, Zacchaeus, etc., but wouldn't it be fascinating to know the actual method and words of the gospel presentation? no http://www.dtbm.org Twelve men changed the world. Eleven of them ate, slept, sailed, and walked with Jesus. The twelfth man was a latecomer, so he got three years alone in the desert with Jesus. These men were the apostles, the sent ones, those entrusted with the Gospel of God's grace. Peter and the eleven together with Paul, the twelfth and final apostle, appear on a divine videotape on evangelism. They demonstrated in public what they had been trained, taught, and commanded to do by Jesus. info@dtbm.org Sun, 04 Jun 2000 00:00:00 +0000 Christianity Dr. John Barnett Twelve men changed the world. Eleven of them ate, [...] Twelve men changed the world. Eleven of them ate, slept, sailed, and walked with Jesus. The twelfth man was a latecomer, so he got three years alone in the desert with Jesus. These men were the apostles, the sent ones, those entrusted with the Gospel of God's grace. Peter and the eleven together with Paul, the twelfth and final apostle, appear on a divine videotape on evangelism. They demonstrated in public what they had been trained, taught, and commanded to do by Jesus. no http://www.dtbm.org In this lesson we meet a leper, a walking dead man. Leprosy was the scourge of the ancient world. Nothing evoked more fear, more dread, or more revulsion than the sight of one of these walking dead. The smell of his decaying flesh declared his coming long before his tattered scraps of clothing could be seen or the raspy "Unclean! Unclean!" announcement, which he was required to declare, could be heard. The stumbling shuffle of toeless feet, the wandering of sightless eyes, and the moan of a cheekless mouth all evidenced leprosy, the unseen attacker that slowly destroyed human bodies and made the individual an untouchable to society. info@dtbm.org But then came Jesus... Christianity Dr. John Barnett In this lesson we meet a leper, a walking dead man[...] In this lesson we meet a leper, a walking dead man. Leprosy was the scourge of the ancient world. Nothing evoked more fear, more dread, or more revulsion than the sight of one of these walking dead. The smell of his decaying flesh declared his coming long before his tattered scraps of clothing could be seen or the raspy "Unclean! Unclean!" announcement, which he was required to declare, could be heard. The stumbling shuffle of toeless feet, the wandering of sightless eyes, and the moan of a cheekless mouth all evidenced leprosy, the unseen attacker that slowly destroyed human bodies and made the individual an untouchable to society. no http://www.dtbm.org God's Word contains 66 books, 1189 chapters, 31,175 verses, and 810,697 words - but only five of those words will determine if you are forever happy in Heaven or forever horrified in Hell. info@dtbm.org Christianity Dr. John Barnett God's Word contains 66 books, 1189 chapters, 31,17[...] God's Word contains 66 books, 1189 chapters, 31,175 verses, and 810,697 words - but only five of those words will determine if you are forever happy in Heaven or forever horrified in Hell. no http://www.dtbm.org When Jesus reached the last evening He would share with His beloved disciples, He celebrated Passover with them and transformed it into a special memorial to the FINISHED WORK of His death. He inaugurated the Lord's Supper as the fulfillment of all Passovers. Communion is for His church to celebrate until He returns. In this memorial ceremony Christ's work of salvation is celebrated as FINISHED! info@dtbm.org Sun, 18 Jun 2000 00:00:00 +0000 Christianity Dr. John Barnett When Jesus reached the last evening He would share[...] When Jesus reached the last evening He would share with His beloved disciples, He celebrated Passover with them and transformed it into a special memorial to the FINISHED WORK of His death. He inaugurated the Lord's Supper as the fulfillment of all Passovers. Communion is for His church to celebrate until He returns. In this memorial ceremony Christ's work of salvation is celebrated as FINISHED! no http://www.dtbm.org Matthew heard Christ's call and obeyed. When a person is truly converted, he cannot leave his old life fast enough. His old habits, standards, and practices no longer appeal to him and he gladly longs to leave them behind. Edersheim says of Matthew, "He said not a word, for his soul was in the speechless surprise of unexpected grace." Far from being depressed about what he had left behind, his heart overflowed with joy. He lost a career but gained a destiny, lost his material possessions but gained a spiritual fortune, lost his temporal security but gained eternal life. info@dtbm.org Sun, 16 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 Christianity Dr. John Barnett Matthew heard Christ's call and obeyed. When a per[...] Matthew heard Christ's call and obeyed. When a person is truly converted, he cannot leave his old life fast enough. His old habits, standards, and practices no longer appeal to him and he gladly longs to leave them behind. Edersheim says of Matthew, "He said not a word, for his soul was in the speechless surprise of unexpected grace." Far from being depressed about what he had left behind, his heart overflowed with joy. He lost a career but gained a destiny, lost his material possessions but gained a spiritual fortune, lost his temporal security but gained eternal life. no