Calvary Bible Church

This exposition examines God’s ongoing process of dismantling the deep-seated prejudice Jewish believers had toward Gentiles. Special consideration is given to the error of replacement theology and its legacy of anti-Judaism exposing the reversal of prejudice now seen in the Gentile church’s disdain for Jews and Israel. Title: Counter Culture Christians Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Ser...

This exposition examines the historical context of the Old Testament dietary restrictions and how they became perverted by the Jews and Judaizers in the early church. Special consideration is given to the sovereign work of God in the lives of Cornelius and Peter as He united Gentiles and Jews together in the body of Christ. Title: Destroying the Dividing Wall Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sund...

This exposition examines God preparing Peter to accept Gentiles into the church and also focuses on his private ministry where he has compassion on the forgotten, the lowly, and the despised. A special digression examines Don Piper’s popular book, “90 Minutes In Heaven.” Title: The Heart of a Compassionate Shepherd Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Jan 20 2008 Bible: Acts 9:32...

This exposition examines man’s responsibility in salvation as illustrated by Saul’s conversion, namely, he must humble himself to God’s revelation of the truth, he must commune with God in a contrite spirit, he must publicly profess Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, and as a result, he will persevere in the faith. Title: The Transformation of a Chosen Servant Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunda...

This exposition unfolds four truths that emerge from Philip’s evangelism of the Ethiopian nobleman, namely, the author of regeneration is God, the agent of regeneration is the Holy Spirit, the instrument of the Holy Spirit is the Word of God, and the proof of regeneration is joyful obedience. Title: The Work of Regeneration in Evangelism Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Jan 0...

After explaining the history of the Magi and the glorious light that led them to the Savior, this exposition gives three reasons why God used the brilliant light of His shekinah to lead the Persian king makers, namely, to attest to His glory, to enlighten the elect, and to signal His return. Title: The Star and the Savior Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Dec 23 2007 Bible: Ma...

This exposition examines Mary’s praise which provides believers with some remarkable elements of worship we would all do well to emulate, namely, her doxology was spontaneous, not induced, her worship was God-centered, not man-centered, and her praise rehearsed God’s mercy in the present, past, and future. Title: Mary's Hymn of the Incarnation Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date:...

This exposition views the incarnation of Jesus Christ from five different theological vantage points, namely, the marvel of His humiliation, the miracle of His incarnation, the ministry of His association, the majesty of His glorification, and the mercy of His invitation. Title: Emmanuel—God With Us Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Dec 09 2007 Bible: Matthew 1:23

After considering some of the characteristics associated with cultic groups, this exposition examines four elements from the life of Simon Magus that are commonly found in cult leaders, namely, they want to be worshipped, they fashion their own religion, they try to purchase the grace of God, and they refuse to repent of their sin and renounce their past. Title: Marks of a Cultist Speaker: Dr. Dav...

After discussing the prevalence of evangelistic apathy in the western church today, this exposition examines four strategies that God uses to reconcile sinners unto Himself, namely, the winds of persecution, the willingness of common men, the work of previous laborers, and the Word of Christ and Him crucified. Title: Winds of Persecution and the Scattered Seed Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sun...

After reviewing what God has said regarding the staggering defiance of sinful man, this exposition examines the source and substance of Stephen’s spiritual power in the face of death, namely, His speech was Spirit empowered, His gaze was heavenward, and his heart was forgiving. Title: Fearless in the Face of Death Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Nov 18 2007 Bible: Acts 7:54-...

This exposition contrasts the unbiblical ethos of evangelical pragmatism and postmodernism with the confrontational proclamation of truth modeled in Scripture, specifically focusing on Stephen’s defense before the Sanhedrin in which he was compassionate, courageous, biblically correct, confrontational and condemning. Title: The Time for Condemnation Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service...

This exposition contrasts the world’s definition of a successful man with God’s perspective as seen in the character of Stephen; a man praised by God because he was full of faith and the Holy Spirit, full of grace and power, full of wisdom and the Spirit, and affirmed by God’s glory. Title: Marks of a Choice Servant of God Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Nov 04 2007 Bible: A...

This exposition examines the unique problems of the first church and the solutions used to resolve them. From this several important principles emerge that can also be applied to bring resolution to conflict in a local church. Title: Principles of Church Conflict Resolution Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Oct 28 2007 Bible: Acts 6:1-7

After contrasting the issues deemed important by the modern proponents of neo-evangelical pragmatism with those praised by God in New Testament churches, this exposition examines three vital truths that launched the early church into a mighty fortress, namely, the early saints were honorable in holiness, empowered in evangelism, and as a result, they persevered in persecution. Title: Holiness—Key...

This exposition examines several key virtues manifested in the character of the first century church, namely, their spiritual unity, self-less love, and Spirit empowered preaching. Special consideration is also given to the character of contrasting Christians and God’s judgment upon deceptive and self-promoting Christians. Title: God's Priority For Purity in the Church Speaker: Dr. David Harrell E...

After reviewing the issue of the rise of persecution against Christians in the world today, especially in the United States, this exposition examines the provocation of persecution and the counteraction to persecution delineated in the text in six principles we should manifest. Title: Victory in Persecution Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Oct 07 2007 Bible: Acts 4:1-31

This exposition examines Peter’s sermon, looking primarily at three categories, namely, the constant of Bible prophecy, the cleansing of repentance, and the certainty of the Messianic Kingdom. Special consideration is given to the doctrines of repentance and premillennialism. Title: Repentance and the Promised Kingdom Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Sep 30 2007 Bible: Acts 3...

This exposition examines three unique aspects surrounding Peter’s miraculous healing of the man lame from birth, namely, the sovereign summons, the supernatural sign, and the shocking sermon. Special consideration is given to the false claims of modern faith healers in the heretical “Word Faith” movement. Title: In the Name of Jesus Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Sep 16 200...

This exposition examines six measurable spiritual fruits that will inevitably result from those committed to the six well defined spiritual priorities discussed in part one. The six fruits include a fear of God, a supernatural power, a sacrificial oneness, a lasting joy, a godly reputation, and a pattern of genuine conversions. Title: Essentials of a True Church part 2 Speaker: Dr. David Harrell E...

This exposition reveals the pristine nature of the first church by examining their commitment to well defined spiritual priorities, namely, their devotion to doctrine, fellowship, Christ, purity, unity, and prayer—a model for all churches to emulate. Title: Essentials of a True Church part 1 Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Sep 02 2007 Bible: Acts 2:42-47

After considering the Lord’s warnings concerning the difference between the narrow and wide gates claiming to lead to eternal life, this exposition examines four elements of real repentance that will always accompany genuine conversion, namely, the pain, price, promise, and product of repentance. Title: The Nature of Genuine Repentance Speaker: Dr. David Harrell Event: Sunday Service Date: Aug 26...

• This exposition examines four compelling arguments Peter used to prove that Jesus was indeed the Messiah, namely, because of His phenomenal power, His predetermined death, His promised resurrection, and His preeminent exaltation. Special consideration is also given to why God ordained evil to exist as a part of His plan and purpose to glorify Himself. Title: Proofs that Jesus was the Messiah Spe...

After discussing some of the ministries of the Holy Spirit unique to New Testament believers as recipients of New Covenant blessings at Pentecost, this exposition examines Peter’s response to the devout Jewish questioners taken from Joel’s prophecy, carefully distinguishing between those promises that were partially fulfilled at Pentecost and those that will be fulfilled when Christ returns. Title...

After explaining the significance of Pentecost as it related to the seven convocations of Israel, this exposition examines the difference between the baptism and filling of the Holy Spirit and the purpose of the miracle of tongues during this transitional stage of God’s redemptive plan; tongues being a sign of judgment, blessing, and authority. Title: The Filling of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost Sp...