Dr. John Hartmann

As a foundation for effective praying we consider first some aspects of the redemption in Christ, which: 1) takes us from darkness to light (Colossians 1:13; 1 Peter 2:9-10; 1 John 1:1-2:2; Ephesians 5:8-14; 1 Thessalonians 5:5-7; John 8:12; Matthew 5:14-16). 2) takes us from being under wrath to a state of being “justified”, which […]

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In this study we look at 1 Timothy 1:12-17, where Paul presents his testimony concerning the mercy and grace of God that had come to him in Jesus Christ. He was, before his conversion, a man full of zeal for God and the honor of His name, who, in his persecution of Jesus’ followers and […]

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This study addresses the three questions raised in James 5:13-18 in relation to what one is to do when one is 1) suffering, 2) cheerful, or 3) sick. Please Note: Due to technical issues this audio has severe static and is difficult to hear between 16:21-33:35 and 54:00-63:26 We lay a good foundation for understanding […]

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In this study we look at Proverbs 12:1, which states: “He that loves discipline loves knowledge, but he that hates reproof is stupid”. The purpose of the book of Proverbs is found in 1:2-6, which states that these proverbs will give one “instruction in wise behavior” and understanding of God’s ways. The book’s theme is […]

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This study looks at Proverbs 22:1, which states: “A good name is better than great riches, and favor better than silver and gold”. A good name is a good reputation that has been earned over time through two things: uprightness and benevolence. Uprightness involves meeting one’s obligations in relation to others. Benevolence/Goodness takes one beyond […]

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1 Timothy is a letter written not to a church, but to Paul’s younger co-worker Timothy, whom he has left in Ephesus as his apostolic delegate to oversee the work and affairs of the church there, as stated in 3:14-15: I write, so that you may know how one ought to conduct himself in the […]

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In this study we look at 1 John 2:15-17, where the apostle John, writing at some point late in the 1st century, gives us this injunction: Do not love the world, nor the things in the world, adding this assertion that if anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. […]

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Unfortunately, this message was cut off after about 14 minutes due to technical issues. However, what is here is inspiring, and the summary will allow you to fill in the gaps. The repeated refrain of the book of Judges is that “in those days there was no king in Israel; every man did what was […]

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In this study Dr. Hartmann looks at the necessity of endurance in the race. God promises the Victor’s Crown to those who love Him, who endure in faith and the pursuit of holiness. To win the prize one must run and finish the race, which requires the strength of endurance unto the end. The author […]

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Dr. Hartmann examines Jeremiah 20 and compares the USA today with the days of Jeremiah and finds striking similarities.

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