This exposition examines Jesus’ condemnation of Israel, underscoring their unique role as God’s covenant people, the tragic consequences of spiritual pretense and the principles of faith in prayer according to Jesus. Special attention is given to the miracle of modern day Israel, their spiritual blindness and future restoration.

Title: Cleansing and Cursing

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Aug 14 2005

Bible: Matthew 21:12-22

This exposition portrays the astounding condescension of God the Son manifested in His entrance to Jerusalem, marking the first event of the Passion Week. Special attention is given to fulfilled prophecy and the sovereign orchestration of what transpired, combined with the symbolism of the procession and the nature of the crowd’s self-serving worship in their coronation of their King.

Title: The King of Kings Upon A Donkey

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Aug 07 2005

Bible: Matthew 21:1-11

This exposition examines Jesus’ healing of the blind men as yet another illustration of not only divine compassion, but also the essentials necessary for salvation, namely, desperation for mercy, recognition of Christ and submission to His Lordship. Special attention is given to the distorted gospel commonly presented in altar calls and the wide gate theology of the Purpose Driven Life phenomenon.

Title: Spiritual Sight and the Terms of Salvation

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jul 31 2005

Bible: Matthew 20:29-34

This exposition exposes the dangers of self-love and its natural progression to self-promotion and self-deception. Special attention is given to these sinful vulnerabilities upon which the “seeker sensitive” and “word of faith” movements tend to prey. The deceptions of the Purpose Driven Life, the Prayer of Jabez and the “ministry” of Joel Osteen and his popular book, “Your Best Life Now” are used as examples.

Title: The Neo-Evangelical Cult of Selfism

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jul 17 2005

Bible: Matthew 20:20-28

This exposition traces the scarlet thread of redemption through the blood of Christ from eternity past, when God’s plan for salvation was predetermined, to the last prediction that Jesus made of His suffering, death and resurrection. Selected passages from Genesis to Revelation are briefly examined to demonstrate the amazing tapestry of sovereign grace.

Title: The Scarlet Thread-Final Prediction

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jul 10 2005

Bible: Matthew 20:17-19

This exposition reveals the impartiality of God in salvation and equality in the kingdom of heaven for all who believe in Christ. Jesus’ parable blasts the disciple’s attitudes of perceived superiority in the kingdom that motivated them to be self-seeking and divisive—a lesson we would all do well to learn.

Title: The Fairness of Divine Grace

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jul 03 2005

Bible: Matthew 19:30-20:16

After discussing the dangers of secular humanism so prevalent in our culture, this exposition exposes the sin of self-sufficiency common among the wealthy—a formidable barrier to true saving faith—then highlights millennial blessings that Jesus used to encourage the disciples and all who love Him.

Title: Riches or Rags?

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jun 19 2005

Bible: Matthew 19:23-29

This exposition examines Jesus’ love for innocent children and answers the question, “What happens to infants when they die?” It also contrasts the virtues of children necessary for salvation, with the proud, self-righteous and wealthy young ruler who sincerely sought eternal life but not salvation from sin.

Title: Mercy Extended to Infants and Infidels

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jun 12 2005

Bible: Matthew 19:13-22

After examining current statistics on divorce in the United States among Christians and non-Christians, this exposition contrasts various views on marriage and divorce underscoring the divine perspective according to Jesus.

Title: Marriage and Divorce According to Jesus

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: Jun 05 2005

Bible: Matthew 19:1-12

This exposition challenges believers to be merciful by examining Jesus’ parable of the unforgiving slave. Special emphasis is placed on the “torturers” of life that become the divine rod of chastening in the lives of Christians who unwittingly accumulate a debt of sin and thereby presume upon the grace of God which they have received freely.

Title: Children of the Kingdom - Part 5

Speaker: Dr. David Harrell

Event: Sunday Service

Date: May 29 2005

Bible: Matthew 18:21-35