Bible Teaching from Calvary East

John revealed three truths that persuade us to abide in brotherly love: (1) God is love; (2) God so loved us; and (3) God's love is perfected in us. This sermon is part 9 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 that Christians need to exercise discernment. There are (1) different spirits; (2) different confessions; (3) different powers; and (4) different audiences. This sermon is part 8 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 three resources through which God empowers us to love one another: (1) the life of God; (2) the example of Christ; and (3) the momentum of obedience. This sermon is part 7 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.

In 1 John 2:29-3:10, John encouraged Christians with three reasons to keep trying to live a righteous life: (1) being a child of God; (2) abiding in a sinless Savior; and (3) not being a child of the devil. This sermon is part 6 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verses Bible teaching series on the New Testament letters of the Apostle John.

John comforted Christians with three safeguards that God has given us for avoiding apostasy: (1) the congregation of the anointed; (2) the confession of the anointed; and (3) the communion of the anointed. This sermon is part 5 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.

In 1 John 2:12-17, we find a four-point travel plan for the journey of spiritual growth. We (1) start with knowing God and (2) end with knowing God. (3) We move forward by overcoming the evil one, and (4) keeping our direction away from the world. This sermon is part 4 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament lett...

John shows that keeping God’s commandments assures us of three spiritual realities: (1) knowing God; (2) abiding in Christ; and (3) abiding in the light. This sermon is part 3 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.

John points to sin as our deepest problem and gives us three prescriptions for dealing with it: (1) walk in God's light; (2) confess your sins; (3) trust in Jesus. This sermon is part 2 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the Apostle John's New Testament letters.

John reveals four connections that we need with the Word of Life: (1) historical - the Word became flesh; (2) doctrinal - the Word proclaimed; (3) relational - the Word shared; and (4) experiential - the Word enjoyed. This sermon is part 1 of "Vital Signs of Spiritual Life," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on the New Testament letters of John.

The ratification of the Mosaic Covenant demonstrates five things that we need for a relationship with God: (1) leaders; (2) Scripture; (3) atonement; (4) commitment; and (5) anticipation. This sermon is part 14 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan Craddock's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

In the conclusion of the Book of the Covenant, the Lord promised the people of Israel three blessings if they obeyed his Law: (1) protection; (2) provision; and (3) possession. This sermon is part 13 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan Craddock's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Tenth Commandment by showing the limitation (no coveting), the revelation (The LORD is satisfaction), and the application (hope). This sermon is part 12 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Ninth Commandment by showing the limitation (no false witness), the revelation (The LORD is witness), and the application (truthfulness). This sermon is part 11 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Eighth Commandment by showing the limitation (no stealing), the revelation (The LORD is owner), and the application (generosity). This sermon is part 10 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Seventh Commandment by showing the limitation (no adultery), the revelation (The LORD is faithful), and the application (servanthood). This sermon is part 9 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Sixth Commandment by showing the limitation (no murder), the revelation (The LORD is life), and the application (love your neighbor). This sermon is part 8 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Fifth Commandment by showing the limitation (no dishonor to parents), the revelation (The LORD is father), and the application (humility). This sermon is part 7 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Fourth Commandment by showing the limitation (no work on the Sabbath), the revelation (The LORD is provider), and the application (holiness). This sermon is part 6 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Third Commandment by showing the limitation (no vain name-taking), the revelation (The LORD is judge), and the application (exaltation). This sermon is part 5 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the Second Commandment by showing the limitation (no worship of images), the revelation (The LORD is jealous), and the application (love and obedience). This sermon is part 4 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

Bryan Craddock explains the First Commandment by showing the limitation (no other gods), the revelation (The LORD is God), and the application (faith and fear). This sermon is part 3 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

New Testament passages about the Law can be summed up in six directions that guide Christians in understanding and applying the Old Testament Law today: (1) focus on the Lord; (2) acknowledge your sin; (3) trust in Christ; (4) appreciate your freedom; (5) walk by the Spirit; and (6) obey Christ's law. This sermon is part 2 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan Craddock's Bible teaching series on the...

Exodus 19 recounts five ways that God prepared the people of Israel to hear his commandments: (1) experiencing his salvation; (2) accepting his purpose; (3) respecting his holiness; (4) receiving his revelation; and (5) fearing his judgment. This sermon is part 1 of "The Boundaries We Need," Bryan Craddock's study of the Ten Commandments and Exodus 19-24.

How should a Christian think about the Ten Commandments? Bryan Craddock presents them as "The Boundaries We Need," as he introduces his preaching series on the Ten Commandments as recorded in Exodus 20.

Isaiah reveals four characteristics of Immanuel's reign: (1) a perfect king; (2) a perfect creation; (3) a perfect unity; and (4) a perfect celebration. This sermon is part 10 of "God with Us," Bryan Craddock's verse by verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.