"From Shame to Salvation" (Genesis 38:1-30)

In this Sunday's passage the story of Joseph seems to be bizarrely interrupted by the sordid tale of Judah, Jacob's fourth son. It contains sexual immorality, deception, and injustice. Why is this account in the Bible? Ultimately it's a story of glorious hope for those caught up in shameful sin.

The Crucifixion of the Christ (Matthew 27:27-44)

This Sunday we come to the climactic crowning of the Savior King. And yet Matthew's description of Jesus' crucifixion is surprising in many ways. Surrounded by mocking from Romans and Jews alike, we're reminded that the very thing they're mocking Jesus about is being truly fulfilled in their midst.