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1 Peter
Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Nov 24, 2005 (message contributor)
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1. Introduction To 1 Peter
Contributed on Nov 24, 2005
This sermon introduces a series of sermons in 1 Peter, by talking about the author, date, recipients, etc. of 1 Peter.
1 Peter Introduction Title: This letter has always been identified with the Apostle Peter (1:1) and is considered the first inspired letter he wrote. 1 Peter 5:12 indicates that Peter used Silvanus (Silas) as a secretary/amanuensis. Peter dictated and Silas wrote. Author: 1:1, claims ...read more
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2. Reasons To Bless God
Contributed on Nov 24, 2005
This is an expositional message on 1 Pt. 1:3-5.
1 Peter 1:3-5 Reasons to Bless God Introduction: Last Week we saw: Title: always been identified as 1 Peter. Peter dictated and Silas wrote (5:12). Author: the Apostle Peter. (Also called Simon in Greek, and Simeon in Hebrew). Weak evidence some use to say not written by ...read more
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3. How To Have Inexpressible Joy In Trials!
Contributed on Nov 24, 2005
This passage helps one have the right perspective about trials when they come so that they may have joy.
1 Peter 1:6-12 How to have Inexpressible Joy in Trials Introduction: Last Week we saw that Christians should bless (Eulogetos, “to speak well of”, “to praise” God because: He has saved us (v.3). He gives us a living Hope (v.3b). He give us an inheritance (v.4). He ...read more
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4. A Changed Life
Contributed on Nov 24, 2005
There should be a change after someone gets saved.
1 Peter 1:13-16 A Changed Life Introduction: We saw in verses 3-5 that God has been good to the Christian. Peter tells us four specific things God has done for the Christian. He has saved us (v.3). He gives us a living Hope (v.3b). He give us an inheritance (v.4). He guards us ...read more
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5. Reverential Fear
Contributed on Nov 24, 2005
This passage explains why we ought to "fear" God.
1 Peter 1:17-21 Reverential Fear Introduction: Last time we saw in verses 13-16 that Peter wanted us to apply what he had talked about in the preceding verses. Peter said as Christians: 1. We should prepare our minds for action. 2. We should become self-controlled (not controlled by ...read more
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6. Fervent Love
Contributed on Nov 24, 2005
Christians should have genuine love for each other.
1 Peter 1:22-25 Fervent Love Introduction: In verse 13 Peter began to apply the truths learned in v. 1-12. He told us that because of what God has done we should 1) gird up our minds 2) Be sober in our conduct 3) have a hope that does not waver 4) Be Holy in all that we do. Then, last ...read more