John Barnett invites you on an immersive "walk through the Bible around the city of Rome" for his Life and Letters of Paul course.
1. The Shadow of the Empire: God’s Master Frame
What’s Covered: This course operates on a powerful premise: the entire New Testament—from the birth, ministry, and resurrection of Christ to the spread of Paul’s 13 epistles—is built around the frame of the Roman Empire. By visiting sites like the Ara Pacis (Altar of Peace) and the Arch of Titus, Barnett demonstrates how God perfectly orchestrated the "fullness of the time" for the Gospel’s arrival. You will also explore how biblical prophecy connects to Rome, noting that the future Antichrist will emerge as the final iteration of this empire.
Scripture References: Galatians 4:4-5; Luke 21; Matthew 24; 2 Thessalonians 2:4.
2. Footsteps of the Faithful: The Apostles’ Agony and Triumph
What’s Covered: You will trace the literal footsteps of Peter, Paul, and John to the exact spots where they ministered, stood trial, and faced death. The journey takes you to the Theater of Marcellus where Paul lived in house arrest for two years writing epistles, the Basilica of Julia where he appealed to Caesar, and the Mamertine prison—his final "waiting room for heaven" where his life was poured out as a drink offering. You will also visit Domitian’s Stadium (Piazza Navona) to understand the agonizing trials of athletes and apostles, reflecting on John’s exile to Patmos.
Scripture References: John 21; Acts 25; Acts 28; Revelation 1:9; Hebrews 9:27.
3. The Seed of the Church: Surviving the Fiery Trials
What’s Covered: The class takes you to the massive arenas and baths of Rome to witness the unbreakable resilience of the early church. At the Circus Maximus, where more believers were martyred than any other spot, and the Colosseum, you will learn how Christians faced fiery trials. Barnett takes you through Diocletian’s Baths to show how the emperor who brought Christianity closest to extinction utterly failed, proving that the blood of the martyrs truly became the seed of the church.
Scripture References: Revelation 2; Revelation 12:11; 1 Peter 4:12; Matthew 16.
4. Eternal Peace vs. Earthly Distractions: The Mirror for Today
What’s Covered: The course masterfully contrasts the lavish indulgence of Roman emperors with the humble, focused path of Jesus Christ. By walking past the Domus Augustus—where emperors had 100-foot ceilings while Jesus had nowhere to lay His head—and Nero’s Golden House, Barnett challenges believers to avoid the consuming desire for more wealth and earthly gain. Ultimately, sites like the Scala Santa (Pilate’s stairs) and the Lateran remind students to never miss their opportunity with Christ and to rely wholly on justification by faith, not human works.
Scripture References: Colossians 3; 1 Timothy 6; Luke 9:58; Galatians 2:16; John 18:28.
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