This exposition focuses upon three themes that help us look beyond the Savior’s suffering to be able to see and savor the glory of God Himself, namely, the tragedy of the fear of man more than God, the silence of Christ, and the self-condemnation of Israel in light of her future restoration.

Title: Crown or Crucify?

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jun 11 2006

Bible: Matthew 27:11-26

This exposition explores the insanity of injustice—illustrated by the conniving wickedness of the Jewish religious authorities; the insanity of suicide—illustrated by Judas’ foolish answer to a life of wasted opportunity; and the insanity of hypocrisy—illustrated by the ridiculous legalism involved in the handling of the blood money.

Title: The Insanity of Sin

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jun 04 2006

Bible: Matthew 27:1-10

This exposition examines the riveting account of Peter’s denial and underscores the sequence of events that parallel the pathway of temptation for every saint, including spiritual pride, failure to count the cost of discipleship, prayerlessness, an unteachable heart, an unsubmissive spirit, and finally, impetuous acts of defiance.

Title: The Bitter Tears of Repentance

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: May 28 2006

Bible: Matthew 26:69-75

This exposition contrasts God’s established principles of Jewish jurisprudence revealed in the Pentateuch with the blatant and blasphemous miscarriage of justice in the mock trial that convicted Jesus. Special consideration is given to sinful man’s refusal to examine the evidence of who Jesus is and, as a result, believe in Him as Savior and Lord.

Title: Jesus' Trial -- a Microcosm of Man's Mockery

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: May 21 2006

Bible: Matthew 26:57-58

This exposition reveals the stunning scene of Jesus’ betrayal and arrest, providing an analogue of rebellion and defection that has played out in every era of redemptive history. The study is divided into four parts, namely, the maniacal mob represented by the treacherous traitor and the disloyal disciples represented by the demented disciple.

Title: The Treacherous Traitor

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: May 14 2006

Bible: Matthew 26:47-56

This exposition examines the profound sufferings of our Savior before His arrest and how he dealt with them. Here we learn how to face severe trials in our life through Jesus’ example, namely, the priority of prayerful communion, submissive surrender and courageous obedience.

Title: The Agonies of Gethsemane

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: May 07 2006

Bible: Matthew 26: 36-46

This exposition examines Peter’s proud response to Jesus’ warning to the disciples that they would deny Him. Three sinful predispositions within the human heart that tend to track in a predictable progression are considered, namely, the selective hearing of truth, the selective interpretation of truth, culminating in a settled conviction of a lie.

Title: When Pride Hears Truth

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Apr 30 2006

Bible: Matthew 26:31-35

This exposition unfolds some of the amazing aspects of divine providence with Jesus in the upper room as God orchestrates the events of history to accomplish His purposes through the Passover Transformation, the Betrayal Treachery and the Promised Triumph when Christ establishes His earthly kingdom—right on schedule.

Title: The Predetermined Plan

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Apr 23 2006

Bible: Matthew 26:17-30

This exposition reveals the meaning of the fullness of Christ and what it means for believers to be "complete in Him", namely, He energizes our new nature, gives us spiritual life and He has disarmed our enemies.

Title: The Fullness of Christ in the Redeemed

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Apr 16 2006

Bible: Colossians 2:8-15

This exposition investigates the dramatic events leading up to Jesus’ betrayal, scenes that offer a mere sample of the far more dramatic events that will take place on Thursday and Friday of the Passion Week. Special consideration is given to the significance of the sacred Passover, and contrasts are made regarding the satanic plot, the selfless sacrifice and the selfish betrayal.

Title: Previews of Redemption and Rejection

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Apr 09 2006

Bible: Matthew 26:1-16