The Roman soldiers do more than parody Jesus’ kingship. By mockery and mistreatment, Jesus is crowned as the King of the Jews. (Exposition of Matthews 27:27–31)

Pilate alone made the final decision to crucify Jesus, but, in a similar way, every person must render a verdict about Jesus. (Exposition of Matthew 27:11–26)

The proceedings against Jesus may have appeared to be by the book, but in the crucifixion of the Lord of glory, appearances are deceiving. (Exposition of Matthew 27:1–10)

Peter’s denial of Jesus offers a vivid portrayal of the truth about all of us: the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak. (Exposition of Matthew 26:69–75)

Jesus does not merely suffer unrighteously. More than that, Jesus suffered for righteousness’ sake. (Exposition of Matthew 26:57–68)

While Jesus seems ambushed, overpowered, and abandoned, he is in perfect control. Jesus laid down his life as one both in authority and under authority. (Exposition of Matthew 26:47–56)