Dr. Hartmann addresses the painful situation many see evident on a continual basis in which it appears as though the righteous are being denied blessing while the wicked are rewarded for their evil. Psalms 42 and 43 serve as the foundation for this powerful message of hope and vindication.
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God’s Word teaches that participation in the work of the Gospel produces joy. Dr. Hartmann examines the partnership the Apostle Paul and the Philippians enjoyed and discusses several lessons that can be learned from this relationship.
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Moses descriptively writes in Psalm 90 that God is eternal but that man fades away. The question could be asked as to why the tone of the Psalm is so somber. Perhaps he was older and had witnessed so many events and observed the people of God for so many years. Psalm 78 tells us Moses had seen Ephraim turn back in day of battle because of rebellion and unbelief, and thus miss his opportunity to inherit the land, even though they had seen so many mighty miracles of God against the Egyptians and their gods
Against that backdrop Dr. Hartmann describes the children of Israel being allowed to drink abundant water after a striking a rock while they were in the wilderness. He goes on to describe this as a foreshadowing of the New Testament believers experience of the Holy Spirit, who is described as Living Waters, that is to flow out of our being. The keys to experiencing this Living Water are outlined by Dr. Hartmann as in Isaiah 55, and warnings are given based on Jeremiah 2.
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A way to read the book of revelation is described by Dr. Hartmann. A couple of the major theories are outlined and discussed in this helpful and enlightening teaching.
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Dr. Hartmann has entitled this series on the book of 1 Thessalonians “Living a Blameless Life”. The title indicates the thrust of this series of messages and the great themes of the book are drawn out and explored. The Christians that Paul’s addressed in 1 Thessalonians were living with an apocalyptic sense of urgency that Jesus may return at any moment. For some this created confusion, some distress, and others a sense of futility and laziness. Given the current sense of expectation among many believers today who see the imminent return of Jesus a study of this highly relevant book offers compelling instruction on how to live a blameless life.
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In this message Dr. John Hartmann urgently exhorts his listeners to understand that God wants his people to live anxiety free lives. The steps required for a secure and restful life of trust in the Lord is outlined. The broad eschatological context of living with purpose and mission based on the revealed will of God, and in accordance with the gifts God has given each individual gives a framework for a Biblically sound hope rooted in the eternal purposes of God.
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Dr. Hartmann has entitled this series on the book of 1 Thessalonians “Living a Blameless Life”. The title indicates the thrust of this series of messages and the great themes of the book are drawn out and explored. The Christians that Paul’s addressed in 1 Thessalonians were living with an apocalyptic sense of urgency that Jesus may return at any moment. For some this created confusion, some distress, and others a sense of futility and laziness. Given the current sense of expectation among many believers today who see the imminent return of Jesus a study of this highly relevant book offers compelling instruction on how to live a blameless life.
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Dr. Hartmann has entitled this series on the book of 1 Thessalonians “Living a Blameless Life”. The title indicates the thrust of this series of messages and the great themes of the book are drawn out and explored. The Christians that Paul’s addressed in 1 Thessalonians were living with an apocalyptic sense of urgency that Jesus may return at any moment. For some this created confusion, some distress, and others a sense of futility and laziness. Given the current sense of expectation among many believers today who see the imminent return of Jesus a study of this highly relevant book offers compelling instruction on how to live a blameless life.
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Dr. Hartmann has entitled this series on the book of 1 Thessalonians “Living a Blameless Life”. The title indicates the thrust of this series of messages and the great themes of the book are drawn out and explored. The Christians that Paul’s addressed in 1 Thessalonians were living with an apocalyptic sense of urgency that Jesus may return at any moment. For some this created confusion, some distress, and others a sense of futility and laziness. Given the current sense of expectation among many believers today who see the imminent return of Jesus a study of this highly relevant book offers compelling instruction on how to live a blameless life.
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The calling and mission God has given Living Words Christian Fellowship. Dr. Hartmann describes the origins of living Word Christian Fellowship. Dr. Hartmann describes the burnout he personally experienced as a result of years in ministry and church work. After his PhD from Cambridge he began a Bible study. The emphasis of the Bible studies focused on going back to basics. Acts 2:42 outlines the significant elements of emphasis that God desires for Living Word Christian Fellowship- apostles doctrine, Fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer. Eventually what emerged was a church. Certain foundational characteristics have come to light as the guiding motivations of the fellowship. Namely, the fellowship would be ruled with divine wisdom rather than selfish ambition. It would be a remnant people rooted in sincerity and truth. It would be a group of people assembled together to become a holy habitation filled with God’s glory. Isaiah 37: 30-32 describes an interior work that eventually manifests itself externally. As a work out grew John Hartmann’s house and moved into a building the Lord encouraged him to open his heart wide to allow the people of God access, and encouraged John that His yoke was easy in his burden was light. Matthew 9:35-38 describes Jesus looking upon people who were fainting and scattered because they were like sheep without a shepherd. Dr. Hartmann believes that this first passage describes many of the people of God whom He has prepared to receive teaching and ministry at Living Word Christian Fellowship. Acts 15 describes the church in Antioch which ultimately became a sending base to the Gentile nations. He believes that the Church of Antioch exhibits characteristics of a training and sending base, similar to what God wants to develop. Further characteristics and vision are outlined in this inspiring message.
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