Bible Teaching from Calvary East

Isaiah gives believers four assurances that God is sovereign over our enemies: (1) they will accomplish his purpose; (2) they will answer for their pride; (3) he will achieve his promise; and (4) we must accept his path. This sermon is part 9 of "God with Us", Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

Isaiah reveals four differences between life with Immanuel and life without him: (1) a different light; (2) a different joy; (3) a different fire; and (4) a different justice. This sermon is part 8 of "God with Us," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

Isaiah experienced five consequences of delivering God's message, consequences that are also part of following Jesus. He was (1) identified by the message; (2) burdened by the message; (3) confident in the message; (4) set apart by the message; and (5) enlightened by the message. This sermon is part 7 in "God with Us, " Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

Isaiah confronts King Ahaz with three reasons to trust God: (1) his promise; (2) his signs; and (3) his warning. This sermon is part 6 of "God with Us" Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

Isaiah's vision of God demonstrates three demands that God's holiness makes upon our lives: (1) praise; (2) purity; and (3) proclamation. This sermon is part 5 of "God with Us," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verses Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

Isaiah reveals three goals that God pursues as he invests in people: (1) fruit for his labor; (2) acknowledgment of his blessing; and (3) acceptance of his word. This sermon is part 4 of "God with Us," Bryan Craddock's verse by verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

Isaiah identifies six challenges of leadership that reflect our relationship with God: (1) opportunism; (2) desperation; (3) defiance; (4) appetite; (5) image; and (6) patience. This sermon is part 3 of "God with Us," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

The Prophet Isaiah recorded two visions of the future and compared them to the condition of his nation. His practical responses help us understand who God is, how he relates to people, and what he has in store for the future (Isaiah 2:1-22). This sermon is part 2 of "God with Us," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse study of Isaiah 1-12.

In Isaiah 1, Isaiah proclaims God's presence as he reasons with rebels using five arguments: (1) the broken relationship; (2) the discipline experienced; (3) the hypocrisy exposed; (4) the invitation offered; and (5) the plan revealed. This sermon is part 1 of "God with Us," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

For many the thought of “Immanuel" or "God with us” carries a sense of Christmas warmth and comfort, but when the Prophet Isaiah announced it, it had a confrontational edge. The reality of God’s presence was a wake-up call for a spiritually drowsy nation, a call that the church needs to hear today. This is the introduction to Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Isaiah 1-12.

Can we become fruitful? Yes, God wants to save and transform us. So, the Apostle Paul spoke of “the fruit of the Spirit” in Galatians 5:22-23. In this sermon, Bryan Craddock explains what the Bible says about the third set of characteristics from Paul's list: faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

Can we become fruitful? Yes, God wants to save and transform us. So, the Apostle Paul spoke of “the fruit of the Spirit” in Galatians 5:22-23. In this sermon, Bryan Craddock explains what the Bible says about the second set of characteristics from Paul's list: patience, kindness, and goodness.

Can we become fruitful? Yes, God wants to save and transform us. So, the Apostle Paul spoke of “the fruit of the Spirit” in Galatians 5:22-23. In this sermon, Bryan Craddock explains what the Bible says about the first three characteristics from Paul's list: love, joy, and peace.

Paul offers three responses to believers who avoid work. This sermon is part 13 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians.

Paul's brief prayers and encouragements reveal three indications of a love for God's truth: (1) conviction; (2) application; and (3) proclamation. This sermon is part 12 of "Waiting for Jesus, " Bryan Craddock's verse by verse Bible teaching series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians.

Paul reminds believers to approach end times prophecy with three sources of confidence: (1) God's plan; (2) God's power; and (3) God's truth. This sermon is part 11 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on 1 and 2 Thessalonians.

Paul helps believers endure affliction by explaining three expressions of God's justice: (1) he proves the worthiness of believers; (2) he punishes the disobedience of unbelievers; and (3) he displays the glory of Christ. This sermon is part 10 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians.

Paul helps the church find balance in three relationships: (1) with leaders; (2) with one another; and (3) within ourselves. This sermon is part 9 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verses Bible teaching series on 1 and 2 Thessalonians.

Paul equips believers with three practical perspectives on the day of the Lord to use in building one another up. It is (1) a time of sudden destruction; (2) a motive for spiritual transformation; and (3) a divine division of destiny. This sermon is part 8 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on 1 and 2 Thessalonians.

Paul shares four encouraging truths that give Christians hope in times of grief: (1) a different death; (2) an imminent return; (3) a glorious resurrection; and (4) a rapture reunion. This sermon is part 7 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Paul's letters to the Thessalonians.

Paul gives four vital instructions for living a life the pleases God: (1) walk in the Lord Jesus; (2) walk in sexual purity; (3) walk in brotherly love; and (4) walk in social respectability. This sermon is part 6 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on 1 and 2 Thessalonians.

Paul's account of sending Timothy to Thessalonica reveals three strategies that he used to help them develop a strong and growing faith: (1) gospel edification; (2) personal connection; and (3) crucial supplication. This sermon is part 5 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on 1 and 2 Thessalonians.

As Paul commends the Thessalonians in 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20, he reviews three resources believers must use to withstand spiritual opposition: (1) the word of God; (2) the justice of God; and (3) the return of Christ. This sermon is part 4 of "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on 1 and 2 Thessalonians.

Paul presents three compelling pictures of spiritual leadership: (1) a faithful ambassador; (2) a gentle mother; and (3) an encouraging father. This sermon is part 3 in "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians.

Paul's commendation of the Thessalonians raises six questions that point us toward a pure Christianity. This sermon is part 2 in "Waiting for Jesus," Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse study of 1 and 2 Thessalonians.