As Jesus is arrested in Gethsemane, he exposes three ways that people mask the treachery in their hearts: (1) affection; (2) aggression; and (3) authority. Understanding these deceptive behaviors equips us to be discerning as we interact with people who might not be what they seem and gives us the
Continue readingWe can draw four guidelines about prayer from how Jesus prays in Gethsemane. We should pray (1) as a habitual practice; (2) with a spiritual focus; (3) in honest submission; and (4) in earnest dependence. This sermon is part 5 of “The Betrayal of Jesus,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse Bible teaching
Continue readingBefore they leave the Upper Room to head to the garden of Gethsemane, Jesus communicates five thoughts to help the apostles brace for Judas’s betrayal: (1) the demands of Satan; (2) the intercession of Jesus; (3) the weakness of the believer; (4) the blessing of repentance; and (5) the balance
Continue readingLuke 22:21-30 presents a progression of four responses to Jesus’ announcement that he will be betrayed. The first two are normal but sinful human responses that we see in the apostles: suspicion and competition. Though the actions of Judas would be a betrayal of Jesus, he was also betraying the
Continue readingEven as he is betrayed, Jesus demonstrates four characteristics during the Last Supper that show him to be worthy of our loyalty. Part 2 of “The Betrayal of Jesus,” Bryan Craddock’s Bible teaching series on Luke 22. Transcript
Continue readingWe vilify Judas Iscariot for his treachery. We detest the hypocrisy of the priests in their plot to have Jesus put to death. We might even feel disgusted by Peter as he denies Christ. But we are more like these people than we care to admit. Every sin we commit
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Jesus presents three responses to end times prophecy. Part 9 of “The King We Need,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Luke 19-21. Transcript
Continue readingJesus reveals three purposes that control end times events: vengeance, repentance, and glory. Part 8 of “The King We Need,” Bryan Craddock’s verse-by-verse Bible teaching series on Luke 19-21. Transcript
Continue readingSeven reasons to place our confidence in Christ
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