Treasuring Christ

In this episode of Abounding Grace Radio, Rev. Chris Gordon is joined by Rev. Daniel Borvan to walk through the significant events of Passion Week as recorded in Matthew 26 and Mark 14. They focus on the stark juxtaposition between those who radically embrace Christ and those who violently reject Him. The conversation highlights the beautiful memorial of the woman who anointed Jesus for His burial, a testimony of love that stands in sharp contrast to the murderous plots of the religious elite.

The speakers delve into the hypocrisy of the chief priests and scribes who celebrated the Passover while simultaneously plotting to kill the true Passover Lamb. They also discuss the institution of the Lord's Supper, noting how Jesus provided this means of grace during His most distressing hour to comfort and strengthen His disciples throughout history. The episode concludes with a sobering look at Judas’s betrayal, fueled by a love for money and a hardened heart.

Chapters:
00:02:12 - The Contrast of Devotion and Betrayal
00:04:44 - The Hypocrisy of the Religious Elite
00:07:12 - The Irony of the Passover Plot
00:09:12 - The Memorial of the Alabaster Flask
00:13:30 - Judas and the Love of Money
00:17:45 - Instituting the Lord's Supper for Comfort
00:22:15 - "Is It I, Lord?" - The Heart of a Traitor
00:28:40 - The Nature of True Betrayal
00:34:10 - Final Thoughts: Finding Comfort in Grace

Guest Information:
Rev. Dr. Daniel Borvan is the pastor of preaching ministry at Christ Reformed Church in Anaheim. A graduate of Westminster Seminary California, he holds a Master of Divinity and a Master of Arts in Historical Theology.

- Dan on X - @danborvan
- Dan's Church - christreformed.org

Mentions:

- Matthew 26 & Mark 14 (Scriptural Narratives)
- Matthew 23 (The Seven Woes)
- The Lord's Supper / Holy Communion
- Passion Week
- The Alabaster Flask of Ointment
- Caiaphas and the Sanhedrin
- Faustus Socinus (Historical Theology)
- Westminster Seminary California

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Rev. Dr. Daniel Borvan is pastor of preaching ministry at Christ Reformed Church. Daniel earned his Master of Divinity degree from Westminster Seminary California in 2011. As a student at Westminster Seminary he learned that all study of Scripture, theology, and church history is put into practice in the worship and work of the church. The goal is to glorify Christ by serving His church. At Westminster Seminary he also earned a Master of Arts degree in Historical Theology. His thesis paper was on Faustus Socinus.

Daniel is chairman of the Heidelberg Reformation Association. Some of his published articles are on the Heidelblog website. Daniel was installed as pastor of preaching ministry at Christ Reformed Church, September 29, 2023. Daniel is married to Marcy and they have two daughters and a son.

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