Why You Should Watch: Escaping the Dark Wilderness
If you want to understand what it practically means to step out of spiritual darkness and truly "walk in the light," you need to hear John Barnett’s message in the recording "WFM-02 – Jesus – I AM the Light to Follow.mp3". Barnett brilliantly combines ancient history with actionable, daily life application to show exactly how Jesus guides us today.
1. He reconstructs breathtaking historical moments Barnett doesn’t just read the Bible; he drops you right into the middle of the Feast of Tabernacles. He paints a vivid picture of Jesus standing beneath the towering, 60-foot blackened wicks of the Temple menorahs to declare, "I am the light of the world". He explains that Jesus was claiming to be the very pillar of fire that kept the Israelites alive in a treacherous wilderness filled with scorpions, freezing temperatures, and deadly pits. Barnett makes it clear that having a "light" wasn’t just a luxury—it was a matter of survival.
2. He redefines what it means to "Follow" Barnett moves past vague spiritual clichés by unpacking the Greek word for follow (akoloutheo) and breaking it down into five life-changing relationships. He explains that following Jesus means relating to Him as a Soldier to a Captain, a Slave to a Master, a Client to a Counselor, a Citizen to a King, and a Student to a Teacher. This masterclass turns a simple word into clear, actionable marching orders for your daily life.
3. He turns theology into a soul-stirring response Barnett refuses to let you passively absorb information; he demands a response from your heart. To close the lesson, he leads a powerful responsive reading of the hymn "Jesus, I Come," prompting you to actively trade your "bondage, sorrow and night" for God’s "freedom gladness and light". He challenges you to stop wandering through life in the dark and realize that Jesus is the only guide you need.
If you want a clear, compelling blueprint on how to actually line up behind the Light of the World and let Him guide you through life’s dangers, this teaching is an absolute must-watch.
NR8-09 & WFM-02 – Jesus – I AM the Light to Follow (010819AM)
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