Resources on Eric D Barreto

Eric D Barreto | Day1

A reflection on how Christians should understand and use power. In Matthew 28:16-20, Jesus calls us to love power and to power love and thus invite God to undo all the damage we have done.

Matthew 24:1-14; 28

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Politics, Trust, Jesus, Power

Which Gospel Is True?

Eric D Barreto | Enter the Bible

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This podcast and article asks, "Which Gospel Is True?" It is central to the Christian faith that the Gospels are true, that the four Gospels are pivotal in how we hear the story of Jesus.

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Gospels, Truth, Jesus

Don’t Try This at Home

Eric D Barreto | Working Preacher

Article about Preaching

In this article, Eric Barreto challenges preachers to embrace some of the harder teachings of Jesus rather than suggesting that Christianity’s most radical demands should only be performed in the “closed courses” of our churches.

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Sermon, Scripture, Preaching, Gospel

Jesus' First Public Act

Eric D Barreto | Working Preacher

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Eric Barreto offers commentary on Matthew 3:13-17 and particularly focuses on the collaboration between John and Jesus to obey God's will.

Matthew 3:13-17

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Baptism, Obedience, Jesus, God's Will

Cross as Good News

Eric D Barreto | Working Preacher

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Eric Barreto's commentary on the resurrection story in Luke 24 contemplates how the tragedy of the cross is turned into good news for Christ's followers.

Luke 24:1-12

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Jesus, Resurrection, Easter

Did God Forsake Jesus on the Cross?

Frederick J Gaiser | Enter the Bible

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

This podcast and accompanying article explores whether Jesus was truly forsaken by God on the cross, suggesting that we must allow for the darkness of Good Friday to appreciate the glory of Easter.

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Jesus, Good Friday, Easter, Anger Of God

What Was Jesus like as a Child?

Mary Hinkle Shore | Enter the Bible

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

This podcast and accompanying article explores what Jesus was like as a child, concluding that it was probably what one would expect of anyone’s childhood: misunderstood and unremarkable.

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Jesus, Child, Family, Chronology Of The Life Of Jesus Christ

Was Jesus a Threat to the Roman Empire?

Cameron B R Howard | Enter the Bible

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

This podcast and accompanying article suggests that the most threatening thing about Jesus was how clear he was about the limitations of human rulers and institutions.

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Roman Empire, Rome, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Authority Of

Commentary on Matthew 27:11-54

Eric D Barreto | Working Preacher

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Eric Barreto’s commentary on Matthew 27:11-54 seeks a fresh look at the events leading up to the death of Jesus by focusing on secondary characters including Judas, Peter, Caiaphas, Pilate, Barabbas, and the two bandits.

Matthew 27:11-54

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Death, Jesus, Passion, Crucifixion

Was Jesus Married?

Sarah Henrich | Enter the Bible

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

This podcast and accompanying article explores the question of Jesus' marriage (which is doubtful), suggesting that it ought not occupy our attention so much as attending to the very real relationships between ourselves and our neighbors.

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Jesus, Marriage, Love, Love Your Neighbor

Betrayal

Eric D Barreto | Working Preacher

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In this commentary on Matthew 26:17-30, Eric Barreto highlights the presence of betrayal at the meal where God's deliverance is remembered.

Matthew 26:17-30

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Death, Promises, Betrayal, Jesus

Jesus' Identity in Matthew

Eric D Barreto | Working Preacher

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... , company, and location in the Gospel of Matthew, Eric Barreto's commentary discusses how Matthew 16:13-20 ...

Matthew 16:13-20

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Jesus, Identity, Messiah, Oppression

Radical Eating

Eric D Barreto | Working Preacher

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In Luke, eating is a radical act. It breaks down cultural boundaries. When the resurrected Jesus breaks bread with his followers, he opens their eyes, helping them see he was with them the whole time. Commentary...

Luke 24:13-35

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Hope, Jesus, Bread, Disciple

Imagining Hope

Eric D Barreto | Working Preacher

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A commentary on Revelation 22. The text can help us grow our imaginations of what hope is and will be like when it is realized in Jesus' return. It also assures us we can trust God...

Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21

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Faith, Hope, Promises, Trust

Jesus Heals and Teaches

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

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This podcast discusses Mark 2:1-22. Themes include healing, wholeness, and freedom.

Mark 2:1-22

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Healing, Jesus, Teaching, Sinner