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  • Steve Smith avatar

    Walking In Holiness Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 14, 2008
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    A call to live in this world and maintain a holy walk. Because we walk in hope, we are able to walk in holiness.

    Last week, 1st section, Peter, as a result of salvation, emphasized WALKING IN HOPE. Remember that "walking in hope" describes a "conviction of faith" - an anticipation of something to come - in this case the hope of our salvation. Today: Now Peter changes his emphasis to WALKING IN HOLINESS. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Should I Live My Life In Fear And Reverence Of God? Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008
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    The Apostle Peter in this passage is reminding those believers to whom he is writing to be sure live there lives in fear and reverence of God; likewise we will also today learn that same lesson.

    Why Should I live My life in Fear and Reverence of God? 1 Peter 1:17-21 Introduction Too many Christians of our day seem to be totally unconcerned with the need to be “conformed to the image of Christ” as Romans 8: 29 speaks of. Rather, they seem to think that they can live pretty much as they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Redemption Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Mar 16, 2009
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    Redemption was necessary because of our sinful condition. It was purchased by the blood of Christ. And it stirs us to serve Him.

    To receive free weekly sermons by email, contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com Visit Jonathan’s blog - http://jonathan-mcleod.blogspot.com/ THE SCANDAL OF THE CROSS For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God (1 Corinthians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Navigating A New Course Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 15, 2006
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    3 of 5 messages on 1 Peter 1 & 2. This message is on the corporate and individual responsibility we have to live with respect for God. The second message on Valuable Cargo was given by a guest speaker.

    Voyage to Eternity Navigating a New Course 1 Peter 1:17-21 This is the third in our series on the Voyage to Eternity. We began with “From a Rock to a Good Place” on New Years Day as we discovered that the church is the vessel that transports us from one world – the rock – to a new world – a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hope When I'm Tempted Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2006
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    Second in a five part series from 1 Peter that adddresses how t find hope in our lives.

    A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city because he was short of time and couldn’t find a space with a meter. Then he put a note under the windshield wiper that read: "I have circled the block 10 times. If I don’t park here, I’ll miss my appointment. Forgive us our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ransomed

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 3, 2008
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    What does it mean to be ransomed, redeemed by the blood of Christ? How should the Christian be living life today?

    1 Peter 1: 17 – 23 / Ransomed Intro: 2 men were playing golf one day when a funeral procession happened to go by. The first man turned and faced the procession, took of his hat and stood in solemn attention until the hearse had passed. Then he turned back to his putt. The other man said, “That ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Hand-Me-Downs Series

    Contributed by David Brockhouse on Apr 3, 2008
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    1st in a series of messages to call attention to the blessed gifts we have received from God and

    “For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your forefathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. (1 Peter 1:18) Fellow believers in the Risen Christ, this ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    Purchased With His Precious Blood Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Apr 10, 2008
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    One of the greatest encouragements in tough times is the wonderful truth that Jesus is coming again.

    1. One of the greatest encouragements in tough times is the wonderful truth that Jesus is coming again. Psalm 30.5 For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning. a. The pains, the problems; the trials, the troubles. b. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Your Fortune Told

    Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Apr 19, 2008
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    His sin would cost him everything: power, riches, career, legacy Saul was rejected by God as king of Israel and God would appoint another king from another family That’s why Saul’s family didn’t continue on the throne but David became king Now, Saul ge

    YOUR FORTUNE TOLD 04/18/08 1 PETER 1: 18--20 INTRODUCTION: HAVE YOU EVER HAD A DESIRE TO “LOOK INTO THE FUTURE?”**** (FORTUNE TELLERS, HOROSCOPE) I’M NOT SURE WE COULD REALLY BE COMFORTABLE, KNOWING WHAT LIES AHEAD OF US IF WE KNEW IT IN ADVANCE.***** WEIGHT AND FATE 25 CENTS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Surber avatar

    The Audacity Of Hope (Advent) Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 28, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
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    This Advent Season, as we look to the birth of our King, may you look for and fill your life with opportunities to live out the audacity of Genuine Christian Hope!

    The Audacity of Hope, I Peter 1:13-23 Introduction When Honorius was emperor of Rome, about the year A.D. 400, the great Coliseum of Rome was often filled to overflowing with spectators. These had come from far and near to view the state games. Part of the sport consisted of watching as human ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Charles Salmon avatar

    Because We Belong To God

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 26, 2005
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    Because we belong to God we must be holy in our conduct, live in reverent fear, and love one another sincerely. An expository message.

    Because We Belong to God I Pet. 1:13-25 INTRO.: the Apostle reminds his readers in vv. 1-12 of all they have for which to praise God. They are truly blessed by the grace of God. However, such blessings carry with them serious obligations and in the passage before us, he outlines some of them. Here ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joseph McCulley avatar

    Reverential Fear Series

    Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Nov 24, 2005
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,287 views

    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 things) ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tony Grant avatar

    Ride Of Your Life

    Contributed by Tony Grant on Dec 7, 2005
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    Jesus gives us the power to live and a reason to live. He gives us a life that is about something. He gives us the ride of our lives.

    Ride of Your Life 1 Peter 1:17-21 01/23/05 2314 words 17 If you invoke as Father the one who judges all people impartially according to their deeds, live in reverent fear during the time of your exile. 18 You know that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your ancestors, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rich Vincent avatar

    Narnia: The Deeper Magic

    Contributed by Rich Vincent on Dec 11, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
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    Human beings possess a longing for meaning and transcendence. We long to identify with stories that help us understand our world, others, and ourselves. More often than not, stories empower us by presenting a transcendent dimension that makes life worth l

    The Deeper Magic The Lion, the Witch, and the Drama of Salvation Secularism, though prominent in our culture, has never completely triumphed – and never will. No matter how hard we try to find complete satisfaction and fulfillment in this world, we inevitably find ourselves hungering for ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Everette Pafford avatar

    The Power Of The Cross In Thanksgiving Series

    Contributed by Everette Pafford on Nov 24, 2002
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    For believers who live with identification of the Cross of Jesus Christ a life of thanksgiving is a natural attitude of life because of the power of God at work in them.

    The Power of the Cross Series – Part 4 “In Thanksgiving” November 24, 2002 10:30 AM Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Instantly they darted toward the nearest fence. The storming bull followed in hot pursuit, and it was soon apparent they wouldn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal