This exposition examines the issue of Jesus being King of the Jews and the nature of His kingdom as it relates to His first and second advents. Special consideration is given to the nativity accounts and the fascinating story of the magi, all of which attest to His royalty as the One who will physically reign over the "house of Jacob."

Title: Infant King

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Dec 21 2008

Bible: Matthew 2:1-12

This exposition unpacks the fascinating implications of the shepherd’s hasty trek to Bethlehem to find the infant Messiah and the reaction of Mary to their testimony. Altogether these reveal four reactions to the Savior’s birth, namely, witness, worship, wonder, and want.

Title: Four Reactions to the Savior's Birth

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Dec 14 2008

Bible: Luke 2:15-20

This exposition examines the profound significance of the "glory of the Lord" that shone around the shepherds, the title's given to the Savior, the real reason the angel's erupted in praise, and a clarification of the commonly misunderstood concept of "peace on earth, good will toward men."

Title: The Pinnacle of Praise

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Dec 07 2008

Bible: Luke 2:8-14

This exposition examines Paul’s meeting with the Jews in Rome, investigating in particular the meaning of the “kingdom of God” and “the hope of Israel” in refutation of amillennialism, while at the same time underscoring the principles of Jewish evangelism, the polarization of the gospel, and the pathos of Israel’s unbelief.

Title: To the Jew First

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Nov 30 2008

Bible: Acts 28:17-31

After reflecting upon the Christian faith of the early pilgrims, this exposition examines the apostle’s exhortation to give thanks to the Father for three magnificent spiritual truths, namely, our future inheritance, our past deliverance, and our present redemption.

Title: Giving Thanks Unto the Father

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Nov 23 2008

Bible: Colossians 1:12-14

This exposition highlights the magnificent works of God demonstrated in the Malta scenario, namely, His providence, provision, and power. Special consideration is also given to the contrast between the God of the Bible and the gospel Paul preached with the god and gospel of neo-evangelicalism.

Title: Malta: Refuge and Rejoicing

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Nov 16 2008

Bible: Acts 28:1-16

Men's Retreat

Title: Carey Hardy-Marks of a Spiritual Leader part2

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Nov 13 2008

Bible: Men's Retreat

Men's Retreat

Title: Carey Hardy-Marks of a Spiritual Leader part1

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Nov 12 2008

Bible: Men's Retreat

This discourse examines the text from the perspective of Paul’s stunning leadership role during his fateful voyage. From his example, ten principles of Godly leadership are identified and practically applied to Christian leaders.

Title: Principles of Godly Leadership

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Nov 09 2008

Bible: Acts 27:1-44

This exposition examines the details of the narrative as well as four themes that emerge from it, namely, the ravages of sin upon man and creation, the ever-present hand of an omnipotent and merciful God, and further validation of the Scripture’s repeated claim to be the very Word of God.

Title: Horror and Hope at Sea

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Oct 19 2008

Bible: Acts 27:1-44