Bible Teaching from Calvary East

Luke's account of Philip's ministry challenges us to rethink three false assumptions about spreading the faith: (1) the necessity of stability; (2) the popularity of power; and (3) the improbability of receptivity. This sermon is part 1 of “Spreading the Faith,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 8-20. Transcript Series Playlist

Fresh from his trip to Greece, Bryan Craddock shares six biblical reflections related to Athens, Crete, Ephesus, Thessaloniki, Philippi, and Corinth.

Luke's account of Stephen and his message exposes nine challenges that we must prepare to overcome: (6) presumption; (7) rejection; (8) distortion; and (9) hostility. This sermon is part 12 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcript⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Series Playlist⁠ #Bible Teaching #Spiritual Leadership #Book of Acts

Luke's account of Stephen and his message exposes nine challenges that we must prepare to overcome: (1) arguments; (2) accusations; (3) delay; (4) affliction; and (5) persecution. This sermon is part 11 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcript⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Series Playlist #Bible Teaching #Spiritual Leadership #Book of Acts

Luke's account of a problem in the early church reveals seven values that should still guide us today: (1) unity; (2) meeting needs; (3) the word of God; (4) integrity; (5) prayer; (6) responsibility; and (7) multiplication. This sermon is part 10 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcript⁠ ⁠Series Playlist

Luke identifies four contrasts between the Jewish authorities and the apostles that help us understand the heart of healthy spiritual leadership: (1) jealousy vs. life; 2) perplexity vs. teaching; (3) fear vs. obedience; and (4) anger vs. joy. This sermon is part 9 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcript Series Playlist

The story of Ananias and Sapphira suggests four warnings to help us deal with sin in the church: (1) the occasion--when you least expect it; 2) the expression--looking good on the outside; (3) the valuation--worthy of death; and (4) the implication--the power of holiness. This sermon is part 8 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcript⁠ ⁠Series...

Luke shows us how the apostles stayed true to the mission, message, method, and means of Jesus while facing opposition. They called people to faith as they proclaimed Jesus in a spirit of humble submission relying upon prayer. This sermon is part 7 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcript Series Playlist

Through Peter's example, Luke shows us five necessary ingredients of being a good witness for Christ: (1) Attention; (2) compassion; (3) confrontation; (4) invitation; and (5) explanation. This sermon is part 6 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcript Series Playlist

Luke's account of early church life demonstrates five essential practices of Biblical fellowship that every Christian needs to follow: (1) learn with one another; (2) pray for one another; (3) share with one another; (4) worship with one another; and (5) witness with one another. This sermon is part 5 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcri...

In his sermon on Pentecost, Peter explains four urgent instructions for receiving the Holy Spirit: (1) accept why Jesus died; (2) believe that Jesus rose; (3) confess Jesus as Lord; and (4) repent and be baptized. This sermon is part 4 of “Building the Church,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse sermon series on Acts 1-7. Transcript Full Series Playlist

Luke's account of the day of Pentecost reveals three changes that occur with the birth of the New Testament Church: (1) the presence of God, (2) hope for the nations, and (3) the beginning of the end. This sermon is part 3 in "Building the Church," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Acts 1-7. Transcript Full Series Playlist

Luke's account of the church selecting a new apostle highlights three steps in their decision-making process for us to follow: (1) consistent devotion to prayer, (2) diligent biblical application, and (3) an interdependent plan of action. This sermon is part 2 in "Building the Church," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Acts 1-7. Transcript Full Series

Luke shows us four essential components of Jesus' plan for the church: (1) Belief in the risen Christ, (2) baptism with the Holy Spirit, (3) focus on global witness, and (4) anticipation of Jesus' return. This sermon is part 1 in "Building the Church," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Acts 1-7. Transcript Full Series

The Lord invites us to respond to His revelation about the Suffering Servant in four ways: (1) satisfy your starving soul, (2) follow God's leader to glory, (3) seek God's abundant pardon, and (4) trust God's transforming word. This sermon is part 8 in "The Suffering Servant," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Isaiah 49-55. Transcript Full Series Playli...

The Lord calls His people to celebrate four changes that they will experience because of the Servant's saving work: (1) from desolation to multiplication, (2) from desertion to reconciliation, (3) from agitation to fortification, and (4) from oppression to vindication. This sermon is part 7 in "The Suffering Servant," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Isaiah 49...

Isaiah reveals four ways that the Servant will triumph through his personal sacrifice: (1) his astonishing exaltation, (2) his healing affliction, (3) his penal substitution, and (4) his prosperous intercession. This sermon is part 6 in "The Suffering Servant," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Isaiah 49-55. Transcript Full Series Playlist

The Lord issues a wake-up call with four alarming warnings that show why we need the Suffering Servant: (1) the effect of the Lord's wrath, (2) the neglect of the Lord's redemption, (3) the prospect of the Lord's return, and (4) the respect of the Lord's purity. This sermon is part 5 in "The Suffering Servant," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Isai...

The Arm of the Lord brings comfort to God's people by fulfilling four promises: (1) restoration, (2) righteousness, (3) redemption, and (4) refuge. This sermon is part 4 in "The Suffering Servant," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Isaiah 49-55. Transcript - https://calvaryeast.com/sermons/servant4

The Servant's response to suffering reveals five aspects of his character that compel us to follow him: (1) his sustaining tongue, (2) his obedient ear, (3) his surrendered body, (4) his confident face, and (5) his authoritative voice. This sermon is part 3 in "The Suffering Servant," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Isaiah 49-55. Transcript available at calva...

The Lord refutes five lies about suffering. They are summed up in the words: (1) forgotten, (2) alone, (3) hopeless, (4) unjust, and (5) innocent. This sermon is part 2 in "The Suffering Servant," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Isaiah 49-55. For a transcript visit calvaryeast.com/sermons/servant2

The Servant fulfills three roles that are crucial in determining how we should relate to him. He is: (1) A spokesman to heed, (2) a light to follow, and (3) a rescuer to trust. This sermon is part 1 in "The Suffering Servant," Bryan Craddock's series of verse-by-verse sermons on Isaiah 49-55. For a transcript visit ⁠calvaryeast.com/sermons/servant1

Peter concludes his letter with four goals that define the Christian life: (1) Salvation, (2) stability, (3) growth, and (4) glory.

Peter explains four ways that we should live in light of the coming day of the Lord: (1) Be vigilant, (2) be different, (3) be urgent, and (4) be content.

Peter prepares followers of Christ to handle scoffers by teaching us three ways to respond: (1) Discern their motive, (2) dissect their argument, and (3) desire their repentance.