1 Peter 2:1-10: A Royal Priesthood
Through the pure, “rational” milk of God’s Word, Peter calls us to contemplate the goodness of Jesus Christ. (Exposition of 1 Peter 2:1–20)
1 Peter 1:13–25: Passion and Patience
This world strives for good things they can receive here and now. Peter urges you to gird up your mind to pursue Christ. (Exposition of 1 Peter 1:13–25)
1 Peter 1:1–12: Temporary Suffering and Eternal Glory
The Apostle Peter learned to rejoice as he suffered much for the sake of his Master. Our temporary suffering purifies us for eternal glory. (Exposition of 1 Peter 1:1–12)
Matthew 28:16–20: The Great Commission
The conclusion to the Gospel of Matthew tells us what Jesus wants: Jesus commissions confused people to extend his cosmic kingdom into all nations. (Exposition of Matthew 28:16–20)
Matthew 28:1–15: Witnesses to the Resurrection
Whatever costs we may suffer for following Jesus, Jesus’ resurrection pits the fear of God against the fear of man. (Exposition of Matthew 28:1–15)
Matthew 27:55–66: “That He was Buried…”
While faith in Jesus leads to faithfulness, legalism leads to scheming as Jesus was buried in accordance with the Scriptures. (Exposition of Matthew 27:55–66)
Matthew 27:45–54: “Truly this was the Son of God!”
In his death upon the cross, Jesus was forsaken by God so that we might be reconciled to God. (Exposition of Matthew 27:45–54)
Matthew 27:32–44: The Hidden Wisdom of God
By the near-invisibility of Jesus in the narration of his crucifixion, we see that Christ crucified is the hidden wisdom of God. (Exposition of Matthew 27:32–44)
Matthew 27:27–31: The King of the Jews
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)
Matthew 27:11–26: Rendering a Verdict
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)
Matthew 27:1–10: Appearances are Deceiving
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)
Matthew 26:69–75: The Denial of Peter
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)











