Dr. John Hartmann

In this study our teacher traces evidence from the witness of the NT concerning John Mark, an important figure in the history of the early church: John Mark’s mother and her house John Mark’s involvement with Jesus during His earthly ministry John Mark’s involvement with events in the early church John Mark accompanies Paul and […]

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Paul’s Special Stewardship in the Gospel The apostle Paul was given a special grace to minister the Gospel to the Gentiles and to achieve certain Divinely ordained goals among them. Romans 1:1-5; 11:13; 15:14-21; 1 Cor 9:16-17; 15:10; Gal 2:6-9; 1 Thess 2:3-4 Paul and a group of co-laborers bring the Gospel to Galatia, Macedonia, […]

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Acts 13:1-4 tells us how the mission to the Gentiles was launched from the church in Antioch. We here learn that a group of prophets and teachers were gathering together to minister to the Lord, with fasting, during which time the Holy Spirit spoke through one or more of the prophets, indicating that they must […]

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Texts for the Study: Acts 11:19-26; 13:1-4; Romans 3:21-4:25 Those scattered because of the persecution associated with Stephen’s testimony and martyrdom brought the Gospel to the city of Antioch Syria at a fairly early stage, probably within 2-3 years after the outpouring of the Spirit on the Day of Pentecost. God thus used persecution for […]

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Dr. Hartmann examines the Gospel for all nations.

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Dr. Hartmann explores characteristics of God’s method of choosing and sending His workers.

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Dr. Hartmann delves into the the political environment and personalities of the period surrounding the early church to paint a clear backdrop to the events recorded in Acts 12. The message unfolds with exhortations to persevere in times of persecution or trial.

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Dr. Hartmann continues his exploration of Acts 11.

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Dr. Hartmann continues his exploration of Acts 11 focusing on the theological ramifications of the expansion of the Gospel into the domain of the Gentiles.

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Dr. Hartmann explores Acts 11, asking “What was the central point of contention in Jerusalem upon reports of the conversion of Gentiles to Christ?” He delves into the theological, historical, and cultural milieu that drove the thinking, expectations, and theological understanding of various Jewish sects and traditions.

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