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1 Peter
Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 21, 2024 (message contributor)
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1. Chosen Strangers - 1 Peter 1:1-2
Contributed on Nov 21, 2024
Peter is so eager to establish our identity (because it is the basis for so much of what he says in the book), he blurts it out before he even gets to the greeting.
1 Peter 1:1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the elect, strangers [in the world], scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2 [chosen] according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying work of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and ...read more
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2. Living Your Election - 1 Peter 1:1-2
Contributed on Nov 23, 2024
Election is for the purpose of praise, pity, and passion, as we see in Jesus’ example at the Triumphal Entry.
1 Peter 1:1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the chosen strangers of dispersion of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2 according to (?at?) the foreknowledge of God the Father, through (??) the sanctification of the Spirit, for (e??) obedience and sprinkling by the blood of ...read more
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3. Living Hope! - 1 Peter 1:3
Contributed on Nov 25, 2024
How would a half billion dollar inheritance affect the way you feel, think, and act? We have been given a far greater inheritance than that.
1 Peter 1:3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade--kept in heaven for you, 5 who through faith ...read more
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4. Kept By The Power Of God - 1 Peter 1:4-5
Contributed on Nov 25, 2024
Not only is our inheritance kept for us, we are kept for it.
1 Peter 1:3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade--kept in heaven for you, 5 who through faith ...read more
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5. Nose Prints On The Glass - 1 Peter 1:6
Contributed on Nov 27, 2024
The kind of joy Scripture calls us to seems unrealistic, especially in times of sorrow. But human emotion is complex. This message shows the path to supernatural happiness.
1 Peter 1:6 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. 7 These have come so that your faith--of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire--may be proved genuine and may result in praise, glory and ...read more
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6. Faith Futures At Record High - 1 Peter 1:7-9
Contributed on Nov 28, 2024
Probably the most worn-out prayer there is, is that one-word reaction we always have when we suffer, “Why? Why is this happening?” Peter gives us the answer.
1 Peter 1:6 In which you rejoice, a little while, if necessary, you may be grieved in multifaceted trials, 7 in order that the proof of your faith (more precious than gold, the perishing through fire, but proved), it may be found toward praise and glory and honor in the revelation of Jesus Christ, ...read more
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7. The Glory Of The Story - 1 Peter 1:10-12
Contributed on Nov 29, 2024
Why did the prophets search their own writings? Did they not understand what they wrote? If that's the case, what were they trying to communicate when they wrote it?
The prophets searched Scripture to find out what kind of era it would be when the Messiah would suffer and then be glorified. But they were told that it was not for them to know. We get to participate in this glorious kingdom in the Church (why would a Christian prefer the world to the Church?). ...read more
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8. Hope In God! - 1 Peter 1:13
Contributed on Nov 29, 2024
Hope is when you turn your attention from some small bad news to some big good news. It is central to the Christian life and it is a Christian duty (with grace comes responsibility). But it is hard to do.
1 Peter 1:13 Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. 14 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. 15 But just as he who called you is holy, so be ...read more
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9. Be Holy - 1 Peter 1:14-16
Contributed on Nov 29, 2024
You are either being conformed to evil desires or changed into the image of a holy God. This message will show you how to change bad desires.
1 Peter 1:13 Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. 14 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. 15 But just as he who called you is holy, so be ...read more
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10. Why Fear A Redeemer? - 1 Peter 1:17-18
Contributed on Dec 1, 2024
We will face judgment for our deeds, good and bad, on Judgment Day, and we also face judgment in the form of chastisement in this life. Both should affect our behavior.
1 Peter 1:17 Since you call on a Father who judges each man's work impartially, live your lives as strangers here in reverent fear. 18 For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the worthless way of life handed down to you from your ...read more
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11. Beware Of Belittling The Blood - 1 Peter 1:17-21
Contributed on Dec 1, 2024
Be afraid of judgment, be afraid of belittling His blood, and be afraid to oppose His eternal work of redemption.
1 Peter 1:17 And if as father you call on the one who judges impartially according to the work of each, in fear conduct yourselves in the time of your sojourn. 18 having come to know that it was not with perishables, like silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty conduct you inherited ...read more
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12. Undying Love - 1 Peter 1:22
Contributed on Dec 7, 2024
Use your recollection of the purpose of your salvation to enable you to keep going in those times when you are tempted to give up on love.
1 Peter 1:22 Having purified your souls by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from a pure heart. 23 For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God. 24 For, "All men ...read more
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13. Got Milk? - 1 Peter 1:23-2:3
Contributed on Dec 7, 2024
You could read and memorize the entire Bible and not grow spiritually. This passage describes what must be added so that Scripture will bring growth.
1 Peter 1:22 Having purified your souls by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another continually, from a pure heart. 23 For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God. 24 For, "All ...read more
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14. Operation Activate Appetite - 1 Peter 1:23-2:3
Contributed on Dec 9, 2024
The way to increase your appetite for the milk is to abandon appetite-suppressing sins and taste of the goodness of the milk.
1 Peter 1:22 Having purified your souls by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another continually, from a pure heart. 23 For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God. 24 For, "All ...read more
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15. Rock And Role: Another Brick In The Wall - 1 Peter 2:4-5a
Contributed on Dec 9, 2024
You won't understand the purpose of your life very well until you have a thorough understanding of the nature of the Church.
1 Peter 2:4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it says: ...read more
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16. Thicker Than Blood - 1 Peter 2:5
Contributed on Dec 9, 2024
Most Christians fail to appreciate the value of what Jesus promised us in the Church.
1 Peter 2:4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it says: ...read more
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17. Who’s Winning? - 1 Peter 2:6-8
Contributed on Dec 10, 2024
Even in human rejection God wins. God always wins, and those who trust in the Cornerstone cannot lose. But those who reject Him cannot win.
Peter 2:4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it says: ...read more
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18. Mission Imperative - 1 Peter 2:9-10
Contributed on Dec 12, 2024
All ministry is based in praise, and we must take this monster calling seriously.
1 Peter 2:4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it says: ...read more
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19. Deadly Desires And The Glory Of God - 1 Peter 2:11-12
Contributed on Dec 13, 2024
We were chosen and exalted for the purpose of showing God’s excellencies, which requires holiness
1 Peter 2:11 Dear friends, I urge you, as aliens and strangers in the world, to abstain from sinful desires, which war against your soul. 12 Live such good lives among the gentiles that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us. ...read more
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20. Come Out From Among Them - 1 Peter 2:12
Contributed on Dec 17, 2024
What did Jesus mean by being in the world but not of the world?
1 Peter 2:11 Dear friends, I urge you, as aliens and strangers in the world, to abstain from sinful desires, which war against your soul. 12 Live such good lives among the gentiles that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us. ...read more
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21. The Politics Of Praise - 1 Peter 2:13-17
Contributed on Dec 18, 2024
Your placement in the world’s authority structure is a good thing – God’s perfect design. This message will help you appreciate the blessing of your earthly authorities.
1 Peter 2:13 Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is God's will that by doing good you ...read more
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22. Oh God, Why? - 1 Peter 2:19
Contributed on Dec 21, 2024
Job responded to horrible suffering with worship. How could you learn to respond like that?
Thursday evening after I put the finishing touches on my sermon, I went out for a walk with all the prayer cards to pray for you all, and about ten minutes into my walk I received the most painful phone call I have ever received. One of the dear sisters in our church went to be with Jesus at age ...read more
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23. That’s Not Fair! - 1 Peter 2:18-19
Contributed on Dec 22, 2024
Why doesn't the Bible condemn slavery?
1 Peter 2:18 Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. 19 For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. 20 But how is it to your credit if ...read more
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24. Suffering In His Steps - 1 Peter 2:20-21
Contributed on Dec 22, 2024
Our calling was to follow Jesus, and His steps lead through undeserved suffering. Abuse is not a glitch in God’s plan that ruins your life. It is your calling.
1 Peter 2:18 Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. 19 For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. 20 But how is it to your credit if ...read more
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25. Here Lord: Take It! - 1 Peter 2:21-25
Contributed on Dec 27, 2024
Peter describes Jesus’ example not from his own memory but from Isaiah 53. Scripture is more powerful than eye-witness testimony.
1 Peter 2:21 To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. 22 "He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth." 23 When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no ...read more
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26. Beauty Tips: How To Attract A Man To God - 1 Peter 3:1-3
Contributed on Dec 30, 2024
Peter teaches women how to use female beauty to win a man, not to her, but to Christ.
1 Peter 3:1 Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, 2 when they see the purity and reverence of your lives. 3 Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as ...read more
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27. Spiritually Extravagant - 1 Peter 3:1-6
Contributed on Dec 30, 2024
Submission is not blind agreement or passive acceptance or subservience, nor is it demeaning. It is taking your God-ordained place in the home, which brings honor to both your husband and you.
1 Peter 3:1 Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, 2 when they see the purity and reverence of your lives. 3 Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as ...read more
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28. Honor Your Wife - 1 Peter 3:7
Contributed on Jan 7, 2025
Strive to understand your wife, especially areas of weakness. She is more sensitive, which makes her more vulnerable to pain. LISTEN to her and understand what it is like for her. And honor her status as a fellow heir of salvation. This will result in unhindered prayer.
1 Peter 3:7 Husbands, in the same way live with your wives according to knowledge as a weaker, feminine vessel, showing honor as also coheirs of the grace of life so that nothing will hinder your prayers. Introduction There is a movie titled “What Women Want,” and the main character of that ...read more
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29. I’d Like To Teach God’s People To Sing… - 1 Peter 3:8a
Contributed on Jan 7, 2025
This section is on how to handle mistreatment within the church.
1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. 9 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. 10 For, "Whoever would ...read more
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30. Have A Good Day - 1 Peter 3:8-11a
Contributed on Jan 7, 2025
What to do when someone destroys harmony within the church.
1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. 9 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. 10 For, "Whoever would ...read more