Bible Teaching from Calvary East

Peter presents three perspectives to help us understand the connection between love and truth. He shows love to be (1) the point of purification; (2) the fruit of regeneration; and part of (3) the process of maturation. This sermon is part 9 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

Peter explains three right reasons for Christians to live with a holy fear: (1) our privileged relationship; (2) our precious ransom; and (3) our providential response. This sermon is part 8 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

Peter gives three reasons to explain why we should seek to become holy: (1) the change; (2) the call; and (3) the covenant. This sermon is part 7 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

Peter highlights three spiritual exercises that strengthen our grasp on the hope of salvation: (1) searching; (2) serving; and (3) setting. This sermon is part 3 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

Peter explains four truths that help us find joy during trials: (1) the limitation; (2) the demonstration; (3) the commendation; and (4) the association. This sermon is part 5 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

Peter gives born again believers four reasons to praise God in every circumstance: (1) the mercy of God; (2) the hope of life; (3) the inheritance in heaven; and (4) the protection of God. This sermon is part 4 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

In 1 Peter 1:1-2, Peter reassures Christians of four realities that set us apart from the world but also make us spiritually secure: (1) the Father's election; (2) the Spirit's sanctification; (3) Christ's purification; and (4) believers' supplication. This sermon is part 3 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

Three experiences in Peter’s story show us the powerful change that the death and resurrection of Jesus can bring about in our lives: (1) sifting; (2) forgiveness; and (3) fullness. This sermon is part 2 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

Peter's story demonstrates three ways that Jesus changes all believers. He gives them (1) a new identity; (2) a new job; and (3) a new understanding. This sermon is part 1 of "A Fisherman's Hope," Bryan Craddock's series on 1 Peter 1:1-2:10.

The Lord gives his people a four-step warning about the danger of becoming like Babylon. He will judge Babylon for showing (1) no mercy and having (2) no truth. But in a mirror reflection Israel shows (3) no truthfulness and will experience (3) no peace. This sermon is part 9 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God," Bryan Craddock's series on Isaiah 40-48.

In Isaiah 45:14-46:13, the Lord shows his people five expressions of his desire to save: (1) his humbling conquest; (2) his righteous judgment; (3) his gracious invitation; (4) his ongoing support; and (5) his sovereign plan. This sermon is part 8 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God," Bryan Craddock's series on Isaiah 40-48.

To help his people humbly accept his sovereign plan, the Lord explains three goals that guide it. He aims to (1) demonstrate his wisdom; (2) reveal his control; and (3) prove his righteousness. This sermon is part 7 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God," Bryan Craddock's series on Isaiah 40-48.

The Lord exposes the folly of man-made religion through four tests: (1) eternity; (2) profitability; (3) consistency; and (4) historicity. This sermon is part 6 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God," Bryan Craddock's series on Isaiah 40-48.

The Lord gives his people confidence by revealing four reasons that he formed them: (1) for love; (2) for witness; (3) for praise; and (4) for blessing. This sermon is part 5 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God," Bryan Craddock's series on Isaiah 40-48.

In Isaiah 42, the Lord compares three expressions of his character in response to two servants. He describes his (1) kindness and severity; (2) faithfulness and jealousy; and (3) praise and discipline. This sermon is part 4 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God," Bryan Craddock's series on Isaiah 40-48.

The Lord reveals six truths to give his people confidence in his judgment. He (1) tests; (2) chooses; (3) fights; (4) harvests; (5) blesses; and (6) testifies. This sermon is part 3 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God," Bryan Craddock's series on Isaiah 40-48.

Isaiah refutes three doubts that we face during hard times. We doubt: (1) God's understanding; (2) God's power; and (3) God's care. This sermon is part 2 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God," Bryan Craddock's series on Isaiah 40-48.

In Isaiah 40:1-11, God calls Isaiah to proclaim four sources of spiritual comfort: (1) the rescue from sin's consequences; (2) the revelation of God's glory; (3) the reliability of God's Word; and (4) the reality of God's character. This sermon is part 1 of "Wings Like Eagles: The Strength of Knowing God" Bryan Craddock's verse-by-verse series on Isaiah 40-48.

When someone strays from the truth, our response should be guided by five biblical considerations: (1) responsibility; (2) circumstances; (3) preparation; (4) communication; and (5) follow-through. This sermon is part 9 of Bryan Craddock's series titled, "Speaking the Truth in Love: Ethics & the Gospel."

Four practical lessons about work and wealth are revealed throughout the Bible: (1) be diligent; (2) be fair; (3) be content; and (4) be generous. This sermon is part 8 of Bryan Craddock's series titled, "Speaking the Truth in Love: Ethics & the Gospel." 

A survey of the Bible reveals five realities about our health that we must understand to live and speak God's truth in love. Health is (1) multifaceted; (2) damaged; (3) interconnected; (4) promised; and (5) can be reinforced. This sermon is part 7 of Bryan Craddock's series titled, "Speaking the Truth in Love: Ethics & the Gospel."

Four themes in the gospel story must shape how Christians approach matters of life and death: (1) God's authority to give and take life; (2) humanity’s struggle with anger and fear; (3) the centrality of Christ's death and resurrection; and (4) the believer's journey of hope and faith. This sermon is part 6 of Bryan Craddock's series titled "Speaking the Truth in Love: Ethics...

Five biblical principles should guide a Christian approach to parenting: (1) the blessing of God; (2) the battle of the heart; (3) the challenge of discipline; (4) the importance of instruction; and (5) the fatherhood of God. This sermon is part 5 of Bryan Craddock's series titled "Speaking the Truth in Love: Ethics and the Gospel."

New Testament teaching shows us three ways to weave the gospel into marriage. It should be (1) the deciding factor; (2) the defining pattern; and (3) the enabling power. This sermon is part 4 of Bryan Craddock’s series “Speaking the Truth in Love: Ethics & the Gospel.”