Sermons on 1 Peter 1:3-4:17:

I Am To Blessed To Be Depressed.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Jul 15, 2003

WE SOME TIMES FORGET HOW BLESSED WE ARE.

IST PETER 1;VERSE 3, TEXT. BLESSED BE THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHIRST. TITLE, I AM TO BLESSED TO BE DEPRESSED. WE LIVE IN A DAY AND A HOUR WHEN SO MANY PEOPLE ARE DOWN CAST AND DEPRESSED, THEY WALK AROUND LIKE GOD IS NOT ON HIS THRONE AND GOD IS NOT ALIVE. I HAVE GOOD NEWS TO TELL ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-8

Good News For Discouraged Believers

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 17, 2003

Peter reminds discouraged believers of who they are. They are God’s people. AND PETER – after reminding them of who they are takes the next several verses to remind them (and us) of what it means to be God’s people… (Living God’s Way -part 1)

Good News For Discouraged Believers Living God’s Way – part one 1 Peter 1:1-12 THIS MORNING - we are about to begin an exciting journey AND I am really pumped up and jazzed about it. YOU SEE – we are going to being doing something during the next 10 Sunday mornings that we only do about once a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hindrances To Effectual Prayer

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 19, 2003

Prayer is such a vital part of the Christian life that we need to be mindful of some things that are hinderances in our prayer life.

HINDRANCES TO EFFECTIVE PRAYER "For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their prayers; but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil." I Peter 3:12 James 5:16 tells us that "the effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much." Let us consider ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:12, James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciple As Evangelist Series

Contributed by Daniel Dennison on Jul 22, 2003

This is the 7th sermon in a series of 8 on discipleship. This sermon talks about the importance of evangelism in discipleship.

Some of the text in this sermon comes from "Out of the Saltshaker" by Rebecca Pippert. Over the past six weeks we’ve talked about several different characteristics of disciples. We’ve learned the importance of submission in discipleship. We’ve learned the necessity of prayer and study in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Methodist

Five Principles In The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is about the five principles in the Kingdom of God namely the principles of Promise,Patience,Praise,Provision and Promotion.

FIVE PRINCIPLES IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD OUTLINE 1.PRINCIPLE OF PROMISE 2.PRINCIPLE OF PATIENCE 3.PRINCIPLE OF PRAISE 4.PRINCIPLE OF PROVISION 5.PRINCIPLE OF PROMOTION THE MESSAGE FIVE PRINCIPLES IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD 1.PRINCIPLE OF PROMISE Psalm 127:1 Genesis 11:1-9 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1, 1 Peter 1:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can I Count My Blessings?

Contributed by Larry Wise on Dec 1, 2000

Keeping my perspective when times get tough.

How Can I Count My Blessings? I Peter 4:12-19 So, how was your Thanksgiving this year? Consider Job. He has come to represent the epitome of suffering. His children were killed in an accident. He is financially ruined. He has been stricken with an incurable illness--and is in such constant ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Behold How They Love One Another

Contributed by Larry Wise on Dec 1, 2000

A message on how we should treat other christians.

Behold How They Love One Another I Peter 4:7-11 When we realize the true character of some unsaved people, or the values they have, or the way they treat other people, why do we as Christians put up with them? Well... We treat them nice because we want them to like us. We treat them nice ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be An Effective Witness At Home

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 11, 2000

What Peter teaches us in these verses can apply to the life of every Christ-follower at one time or another, but Peter’s primary focus is on the marriage relationship.

How to Be an Effective Witness at Home I Peter 3:1-12 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church March, 2001 Introduction: This morning we’re going to talk about how we can be effective witnesses in our homes. In our passage for today, I Peter 3:1-12, we’re going to tackle some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-12

Denomination: *other

Attitudes In Times Of Suffering (Part 1)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 11, 2000

This morning we’re going to look at some of the attitudes we should have if we suffer for doing the right thing.

Attitudes in Times of Suffering (Part 1) 1 Peter 3:13-22 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano at Lake Hills Community Church August, 2000 Introduction: We’ve come to the point in Peter’s letter where he begins to speak about the central theme of his message. From here on out, Peter will comfort, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: *other

Attitudes In Times Of Suffering (Part 2)

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 11, 2000

It seems that in the first half of chapter four Peter is talking about the attitudes the believer should have in the midst of those occasional times of suffering.

Attitudes in Times of Suffering (Part 2) 1 Peter 4:1-11 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano at Lake Hills Community Church August, 2000 Introduction: Last week we looked at some of the attitudes we should have in times of suffering, specifically, on those occasions when we suffer for doing good. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Denomination: *other

Wardrobe Witness

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 14, 2000

This is a paper on the role of clothes in the Christian witness from two of the early church fathers.

WARDROBE WITNESS One topic being raised in almost every area of society is what constitutes proper attire. There is an apparent relevance of attire in schools, workplaces, nightclubs, private beaches, and even churches. Some people have suggested that if students dressed in uniforms there would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:3-5, 1 Timothy 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Wardrobe Witness

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 14, 2000

This is paper concerning the role the Christian Wardrobe plays in our Witness

WARDROBE WITNESS One topic being raised in almost every area of society is what constitutes proper attire. There is an apparent relevance of attire in schools, workplaces, nightclubs, private beaches, and even churches. Some people have suggested that if students dressed in uniforms there would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9, 1 Peter 3:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Hope With A Heartbeat

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

Real hope is living hope

Hope with a Heartbeat 1 Peter 1:3-5 November 14, 1999 1. High school football A. A major game 1.) We were in a tie for first place 2.) The opponent was not impressive 3.) The game was great – We were down by 7 at the half - There’s still a lot of hope for a championship B. The second half 1.) The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Church Of God

The Cost Of Loss

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

The costs to those who walk away or never had a commitment to Jesus Christ

The Cost of Loss What is the cost of walking away from God? Count the cost were are told of any endeavor we involve ourselves in. Tonight I want us to consider several costs to the person who does not know, or walks away from their commitment to Christ. These are not in any order, but all ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-7, 1 Peter 1:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Investment Tips For Growing Family Relationships

Contributed by Merle Mees on Dec 21, 2000

The Bible provides practical and effective help increase the value of our family relationships.

INVESTMENT TIPS FOR GROWING YOUR FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS Selected Bible Texts 5/14/00 AM - Mother’s Day Warren Buffet is one of the richest men in America. In 1997, among the 70 or so people in this country who were worth 1 billion dollars or more, Buffet was the only one of only a few who acquired ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Baptist