Pastor Jonathan Eckberg concludes Matthew 26 in our study of Matthew's gospel account. After Jesus' arrest, we walk into the early morning hours of Good Friday. There are two deeply disturbing events that feel heavier and heavier the deeper we examine them. And yet, as with most of life's calamities, if our eyes are open, we can spot the glory of God shining through our pain. This is abundantly clear in the tale of two tragedies.

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches the next passage in our study of the Gospel of Matthew. We all encounter varying degrees of difficulty on a regular basis. So how do we manage the circumstances of life with joy and purpose? So often it comes down not to the details of the situation at hand, but our response to the situation. It's a matter of how we will choose to respond to God's plan, God's will, and God's goodness.

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues to lead us through the Gospel of Matthew in our current series, "Wood and Stone." On the precipice of fulfilling His divine calling, Jesus leaves the last supper and steadies Himself for what the coming days would bring. As we study His final hours of freedom we are reminded of how our gracious Heavenly Father prepares us for the difficulties and challenges we face in faithful service to His Kingdom.