Teaching Documents by Jeff Barger
THE CURIOUS CASE OF CORNELIUS THE GENTILE AND PETER THE JEW, 2022
A thoughtful analysis of Acts 10 reveals that the need of the Gentile Cornelius and his household... more A thoughtful analysis of Acts 10 reveals that the need of the Gentile Cornelius and his household was not for eternal salvation--they were already saved. Their need was for scriptural baptism. The Lord sent Peter to them for this purpose.
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DID JESUS TEACH BELIEVERS CAN BE IN DANGER OF HELL FIRE? by Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2024
Numerous commentaries have been written on the body of teaching recorded in Matthew 5-7. I find, ... more Numerous commentaries have been written on the body of teaching recorded in Matthew 5-7. I find, however, that most commentators approach the study with a tainted perspective. Most seem unable to free their minds from the influence of the emphasis Evangelical Christianity artificially imposes on the Scriptures, which is that of soul winning evangelism. This emphasis tends to mislead Bible students, preachers, teachers, and writers to assume most Bible teachings are somehow about the need for unsaved humans to receive eternal salvation. This perspective tends to distort what people see and do not see in the Bible. Many read the subject of eternal salvation into Scriptures in which it is not present.
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The Implanted Word Able to Save Your Souls, 2024
The purpose of this article is to provide clarity on the meaning and application of James’s words... more The purpose of this article is to provide clarity on the meaning and application of James’s words concerning the ability of God’s Word to save the souls of his readers. To achieve this purpose we first consider the words save and soul that occur in verse 21. These words are as source
of confusion. Of particular interest is the word soul. James’s intended meaning of these words is restricted and defined by the context in which he used them. We accomplish our goal by considering key contextual details and, particularly, what was the spiritual condition of James’s readers. The spiritual condition of James’s readers cancels the common interpretation of his words.
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A SURVEY OF THE BIBLICAL WORDS REPRESENTED BY THE WORD “HELL” IN ENGLISH-LANGUAGE BIBLE TRANSLATIONS by Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2024
This is a brief study on the biblical words represented by the word “hell” in English-language Bi... more This is a brief study on the biblical words represented by the word “hell” in English-language Bible translations. One does not need to be familiar with biblical Hebrew and Greek in order to access the information contained in this study. It takes some “leg work,” but much of this information is accessible to anyone who has a Bible concordance and a Bible dictionary.
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DOES SOMETHING RIGHT MAKE A WRONG RIGHT by Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2024
These words reflect the principle of worship expressed by Jesus’ definitive word on worship: “God... more These words reflect the principle of worship expressed by Jesus’ definitive word on worship: “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth” (John 4:24). The NT Greek verb dei/ (dei), here translated “must,” is a strong verb and leaves no doubt that the elements of worship as delineated by Jesus are not options. Worship which God accepts must be a matter of the will and in accordance with the knowledge of truth one possesses. Worship and obedience to the truth one knows cannot be divorced. One who worships in spirit will be obedient to the knowledge of God’s will and Word he knows.
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The Devaluation of Theology by Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2024
Theology is Bible doctrine, teaching. A theologian is an individual who is a dedicated student of... more Theology is Bible doctrine, teaching. A theologian is an individual who is a dedicated student of the Bible. 1 A theologian studies the Bible in order to discover for himself what it teaches. He is not concerned with what others say about the Bible. By definition, a theologian aspires to master Bible doctrine. He studies with a goal of understanding how all Bible teaching fits together in a harmonious whole. Most theologians are Bible teachers. What one teaches reflects his personal study efforts and his labor of thinking. His chief aim is accurate communication of the meaning of God’s Word. He aspires to make the Word understandable so that those who hear him can make their own informed responses. 2 A theologian is not a facilitator of emotional experiences; he is a reporter of what is present in the Bible.
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PROFITING FROM THE WORD: THE LORD'S ILLUSTRATION OF THE TWO BUILDERS by Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2024
Presuppositions about the meaning and application of Bible texts and teachings are not inherently... more Presuppositions about the meaning and application of Bible texts and teachings are not inherently bad. A presupposition that is based on honest investigation of Scripture evidence, is doctrinally sound, biblically supportable, theologically consistent and can be reasonably articulated is a solid presupposition. The problem is that many presuppositions about Scripture are not qualified by these things. Many, rather, are based on what someone says about the Bible, and not what the Bible actually teaches. In such circumstances, analysis does not occur.
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The Reading Teacher, 2006
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Is the Name of Jesus an Absolute Necessity for Salvation? by Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2024
Many preachers and teachers are unlikely to be confronted by their own inconsistencies in their t... more Many preachers and teachers are unlikely to be confronted by their own inconsistencies in their theological positions. Many are able to “skate” because they never have to deal with serious challenges to their theological positions. Most church members don’t seriously study the Bible for themselves, and thus are in no position to identify, let alone question, the pastor’s or teacher’s inconsistencies.
One who will seriously study out Acts 4:12 in its context and think through the implications of the traditional meaning evangelical preachers assign to it will be able to ask questions that will twist up many pastors and Bible teachers.
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The meaning of "Salvation has Come to the Gentiles" in Romans 11:11 by Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2010
This exposition calls the readers' attention to the insight one achieves by noticing the distinct... more This exposition calls the readers' attention to the insight one achieves by noticing the distinctions, applications, and contextualized meanings of the term "salvation;" specifically, as it appears in the phrase, "salvation has come to the Gentiles."
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Understanding the biblical use and application of the terms belief, believer, unbelief and unbelievers By Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2024
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DOES THE BIBLE TEACH A BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT?, 2021
This paper demonstrates that the Bible does not teach a baptism of, or by, the Holy Spirit. What ... more This paper demonstrates that the Bible does not teach a baptism of, or by, the Holy Spirit. What occurred on the Day of Pentecost (Acts 2) was not a baptism administered by the Holy Spirit. The Lord's Church, as foretold by both John and Jesus, was immersed in the Spirit; Jesus Himself was the administrator. Salvation is a new birth and not a baptism.
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Basic Bible Study Skills by Dr. Jeff C. Barger, 2022
The self-descriptive name of this course is Basic Bible Study Skills. The goal is to provide the ... more The self-descriptive name of this course is Basic Bible Study Skills. The goal is to provide the student with knowledge and skills that will enable him or her to become their own interpreter of the Bible. Though Basic is
part of the course name, this is a seminary-level course of instruction. In this course, we’ll discuss general rules and principles of Bible interpretation. We’ll discuss what are challenges and barriers to correct interpretation. Some things an interpreter might have to un-learn. I will
challenge you to be become aware of and to think about your thinking. As we go, we’ll buttress principles and concepts with abundant biblical examples, and we’ll put our skills to practical use.
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of confusion. Of particular interest is the word soul. James’s intended meaning of these words is restricted and defined by the context in which he used them. We accomplish our goal by considering key contextual details and, particularly, what was the spiritual condition of James’s readers. The spiritual condition of James’s readers cancels the common interpretation of his words.
One who will seriously study out Acts 4:12 in its context and think through the implications of the traditional meaning evangelical preachers assign to it will be able to ask questions that will twist up many pastors and Bible teachers.
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part of the course name, this is a seminary-level course of instruction. In this course, we’ll discuss general rules and principles of Bible interpretation. We’ll discuss what are challenges and barriers to correct interpretation. Some things an interpreter might have to un-learn. I will
challenge you to be become aware of and to think about your thinking. As we go, we’ll buttress principles and concepts with abundant biblical examples, and we’ll put our skills to practical use.
of confusion. Of particular interest is the word soul. James’s intended meaning of these words is restricted and defined by the context in which he used them. We accomplish our goal by considering key contextual details and, particularly, what was the spiritual condition of James’s readers. The spiritual condition of James’s readers cancels the common interpretation of his words.
One who will seriously study out Acts 4:12 in its context and think through the implications of the traditional meaning evangelical preachers assign to it will be able to ask questions that will twist up many pastors and Bible teachers.
part of the course name, this is a seminary-level course of instruction. In this course, we’ll discuss general rules and principles of Bible interpretation. We’ll discuss what are challenges and barriers to correct interpretation. Some things an interpreter might have to un-learn. I will
challenge you to be become aware of and to think about your thinking. As we go, we’ll buttress principles and concepts with abundant biblical examples, and we’ll put our skills to practical use.