Bible Teaching from Calvary East

These components of the Tabernacle each point toward a principle within God's pattern, showing us how we should relate to him. We should (1) treasure his Word; (2) seek his fellowship; and (3) live in his light. This sermon is part 2 of "The Pattern: The Tabernacle and the Presence of God," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse expository preaching series on Exodus 25-40.

As Exodus 24:12-25:9 introduces God’s revelation of the Tabernacle, it leads us up three steps toward understanding his purpose for the Tabernacle and for everything else that he has done, is doing, and will do: (1) a reminder of separation; (2) a requirement of contribution; and (3) a restoration of habitation. This sermon is part 1 of "The Pattern: The Tabernacle and the Presence of God," Bryan...

Matthew notes three characteristics of Jesus' ministry that should be reflected in the lives of his followers: (1) shining in darkness; (2) fishing for men; (3) healing the sick. This sermon is part 8 of "Messiah's Dawn," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Matthew 1-4.

Matthew shows us how Jesus overcame three Satanic attacks so that we can follow his example. Satan attacks: (1) contentment with God's provision; (2) assurance of God's presence; and (3) submission to God's plan. This sermon is part 7 of "Messiah's Dawn" Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Matthew 1-4.

Matthew records four revelations about Jesus that occur at his baptism: (1) his humility; (2) his righteousness; (3) his anointing; and (4) his sonship. This sermon is part 6 of "Messiah's Dawn," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Matthew 1-4.

Matthew’s description of John the Baptist highlights three pictures that help us prepare for Christ’s kingdom: (1) a straight path; (2) a fruitful tree; and (3) winnowed wheat. This sermon is part 5 of "Messiah's Dawn," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Matthew 1-4.

Matthew identifies three prophetic patterns in the history of Israel and the story of Jesus' flight to Egypt. God (1) fulfills his promise; (2) allows evil and suffering; and (3) exalts the lowly. This sermon is part 4 of "Messiah's Dawn," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Matthew 1-4.

Matthew 2:1-12 records three responses to the birth of the king: (1) apathy; (2) hypocrisy; and (3) worship. This sermon is part 3 of "Messiah's Dawn," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on chapter 1-4 of the Gospel of Matthew.

As Matthew 1:18-25 recounts how Joseph wrestled with the idea of the Virgin Birth, we find that he faced four conflicts that we continue to face today: (1) shame vs. mercy; (2) fear vs. faith; (3) perception vs. revelation; and (4) selfishness vs. service. This sermon is part 2 of "Messiah's Dawn," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Matthew 1-4.

Matthew’s genealogy of Jesus points to three reasons that we need the Messiah: (1) the promise of blessing; (2) the requirement of righteousness; and (3) the consequences of sin. This sermon is part 1 of "Messiah's Dawn," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Matthew 1-4.

In this final sermon in Bryan Craddock's "Fueling Gratitude" series, he shows that the Psalms demonstrate four exercises for developing biblical gratitude as a passionate habit: (1) biblical meditation; (2) musical expression; (3) congregational participation; and (4) missional devotion.

Various psalms record thanksgiving for six plot points in the story of God’s goodness and steadfast love. They include God's (1) creation; (2) covenant; (3) instruction; (4) forgiveness; (5) protection; and (6) eternal plan.

Bryan Craddock begins his 3-part series called "Fueling Gratitude" with three reasons that we need a new understanding of thanksgiving that aligns with biblical teaching: (1) the unconditional commands; (2) the stark alternatives; and (3) the radical refocus.

To help God’s people persevere, Isaiah recorded three songs about his sovereignty. We could title them: (1) Rock of the Righteous; (2) Lord of the Living; and (3) Keeper of the Crops. This sermon is part 7 of "Above All," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah's oracles to the nations.

In chapters 24 and 25, Isaiah showed six essential lessons from divine judgment: (1) our shared standing; (2) our superficial solutions; (3) our self-righteous suppositions; (4) our shaky structures; (5) our short-sighted strength; and (6) our satisfying salvation. This sermon is part 6 of "Above All," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah's oracles to the nations.

The series of oracles in Isaiah 21-23 reveal five of God's purposes for suffering. He uses it to (1) enforce justice; (2) bring out faith; (3) crush pride; (4) expose hypocrisy; and (5) confirm depravity. This sermon is part 5 of "Above All," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verses Bible teaching series on Isaiah's oracles to the nations.

Isaiah’s oracle about Egypt exposes the weakness of five characteristics that often lead to misplaced trust: (1) intensity; (2) prosperity; (3) stability; (4) spirituality; and (5) respectability. This sermon is part 4 of "Above All," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah's oracles to the nations.

Isaiah’s oracles to three neighboring nations (Philistia, Moab, & Syria) demonstrate three reasons that we don’t trust God: (1) minimizing; (2) emotionalizing; and (3) organizing. This sermon is part 3 of "Above All," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah's Oracles to the Nations.

In Isaiah 14:3-27, the prophet encouraged God’s people that they will taunt the wicked king of Babylon with six truths that also apply to the ultimate victory that God’s people will experience over Satan: (1) the earth will rest; (2) the dead will scoff; (3) the stars will recall; (4) the living will loathe; (5) the legacy will end; and (6) God's purpose will stand. This sermon is part 2 of "Above...

In his oracle about Babylon, Isaiah declared four revelations about the nations. They are (1) weapons at his command; (2) subject to his punishment; (3) liable to his overthrow; and (4) servants of his people. This sermon is part 1 of "Above All," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the oracles to the nations in Isaiah 13-25.

John’s third letter demonstrates four commitments of being a fellow worker for the truth: (1) concerned prayer; (2) practical support; (3) missional confrontation; and (4) beneficial influence. This sermon is part 14 of "Vital Sign of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.

John's second letter demonstrates four ways that God’s truth should be expressed in our lives: (1) in our affection; (2) in our direction; (3) in our confession; and (4) in our celebration. This sermon is part 13 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.

John identified four sources of confidence that flow from a relationship with God: (1) God hears prayer; (2) gives life; (3) protects believers; and (4) imparts truth. This sermon is part 12 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.

John presented four reasons to believe in Jesus as the Son of God: (1) the practical benefit; (2) the historical evidence; (3) the internal confirmation; and (4) the eternal significance. This sermon is part 11 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.

John showed that God's love for us corrects three distortions of our love for him: (1) fear; (2) hatred; and (3) burden. This sermon is part 10 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.