Sermons on 1 Peter 1:1-5:

Hope Is Alive

Contributed by Jarrod Jones on Apr 6, 2016

Hope is so much more than crossed fingers and waiting for the unknown to happen or not happen. Hope in the resurrected Jesus means that although your world is shaken, your soul will not be. Pastor Jarrod shares this hope in today’s message.

In an ESPN interview last month, a reporter shared what NBA super-star, Steph Curry, said regarding his “killer instinct” in playing opposing teams. He said, “I want to make them lose all hope.” That’s a zinger. And Curry does an exceptional job doing that. Ponder ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving Jesus

Contributed by David Nolte on May 22, 2016

Concerning truly loving Jesus.

“Loving Jesus!” 1 Peter 1:3-9 Davie P. Nolte Peter wrote, “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016

Hope. It’s absolutely essential to life.The hope the world offers is based on our wants, desires and conjectures, but the hope Scripture talks about is different. This hope is as an expectation based on the truth and promises of God.

The Power of the Resurrection: Hope 1 Peter 1:3-9 The school system in a large city had a program to help children keep up with their schoolwork during stays in the city's hospitals. One day, a teacher who was assigned to the program received a call asking her to visit a child. She took the child's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Methodist

Dealing With Trials Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

Hope for dealing with trials

Facing Your Trials in Hope - 1 Peter 1 June 1, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 1. We want to think this morning about problems. A little boy once was outside his house trying to sell a lawn mower. His pastor walked up and the boy was able ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Predestined, Justified, And Sanctified Elect Of God” Series

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Aug 26, 2023

Apostle Peter starts out his letter to the 5 Churches that are dispersed with an important aspect of God’s sovereignty regarding His elect saints. Those who are members of God’s Kingdom, not of the will of mankind, but the will and choice of God whom drew those whom He chooses.

Title: “Predestined, Justified, and Sanctified Elect of God” Subtitle: “All Because of Christ’s Love for His Sheep” Text: 1 Peter 1:1-2 1 Peter 1:1–2 (ESV) 1Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who are elect exiles of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Praises For A New Birth, A Living Hope-A Message Of Mercy, Grace And Joy”

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Aug 26, 2023

Peter praises God for granting believers new birth into a living hope

I. Believers Are Born-Again by God’s Mercy to a Living Hope Through Christ. a. Only by God’s Mercy along with His draw of His chosen and His grace is there any hope for mankind. b. Notice in verse 3, Peter’s affirming that it is not by anything sinful, separated mankind can do to be right with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Living Hope

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Aug 31, 2023

Our hope is not just something that we are waiting for in the future after we DIE! No, it is a LIVING HOPE that we have been reborn into NOW!

Where Angels Long to Look A study through Peter June 11th 2023 I’ve been praying and reading for a while about where to journey next in the scriptures as we continue on our mission to know Christ and make Christ known. All of this (the bible) is good, and ‘All Scripture is breathed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Our Eternal Inheritance. Series

Contributed by Christina Milanderb on Sep 2, 2023

1 Peter 1:3-5 "... hath begotten us... [4] To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, [5] Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time."

Jesus is our eternal inheritance, He is every spiritual blessing in Heavenly places, He is The glory. 1 Peter 1:3 "[3]Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, Hebrews 9:8, Hebrews 12:12, 1 Timothy 6:12, Luke 10:5  (view more)  (view less)

Living By Faith: A Journey Of Hope Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

In 1 Peter 1, we find the assurance of a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Hebrews 11 takes us on a journey through the lives of faithful men and women who lived with unwavering trust in God.

"Living by Faith: A Journey of Hope" Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey through the pages of Scripture, delving into the beautiful themes of faith, hope, and perseverance. Our foundation will be found in 1 Peter 1 and Hebrews 11 from the New Living Translation. Point 1: A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 11:33-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

We're On God's Team

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 18, 2023

One of the unquestioned beliefs in the Church today is that God is in control of everything that happens in our lives and on this planet. This message addresses this belief using the analogy of God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit as coaches of a football team.

Turn with me to Romans 12. We're going to read verses four and five. (4) For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office: (5) `So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.” Some years ago, a well-known professional ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5, John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 12:14, 1 Corinthians 12:18, Jeremiah 15:16, Psalm 19:14, Psalm 138:1-2, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Ephesians 4:25, Ephesians 4:29, 1 Peter 1:1-7, Matthew 4:4, Isaiah 55:10-11, Hebrews 11:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing The Right Path

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 28, 2023

To build a life of significance is not found in earthly relationships, amassing wealth, or good health but in faith in a risen Savior. We all stand at the crossroads to either believe in Jesus and be granted adoption into His family or reject Him and forever spend eternity in hell.

Choosing the Right Path 1 Peter 2:4-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 t seems like all our lives we are trying to build something. Some fueled by their longing to connect, love, and receive love from others, are motivated to actively build meaningful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Facts About Faith That Fetches Salvation

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 29, 2024

Apostle Peter opens his first epistle with an overview of some glorious facts concerning our salvation.

1. The PROOFS of our salvation *verse 3, (we are saved because of the GRACE and the GREAT mercy of God the Father) "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 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking In Our Inheritance Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 29, 2024

An inheritance is something received when someone dies. But we have a Greater Inheritance as Christians because Our Inheritance comes through the death and resurrection of CHRIST. We must learn to Walk in Our Inheritance.

2024.01.28. Sermon Notes. Walking in Our Inheritance William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: An inheritance is something received when someone dies. But we have a Greater Inheritance as Christians because Our Inheritance comes through the death and resurrection of CHRIST. We must learn to Walk in Our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, Matthew 6:19-21, Luke 12:32, Colossians 1:13-14, Hebrews 9:15, Ephesians 1:5-6, Ephesians 1:7-8, Ephesians 1:13-14, Romans 8:14-17, John 10:28-29, Ephesians 1:11-12, Psalm 16:5-6, Acts 20:32, Colossians 1:9-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is One Hope Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 5, 2024

Our one and only hope is Jesus Christ, who is our hope of glory. We are giving this living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

A. As you know, we are in a sermon series about the 7 ones that equal unity. 1. God wants His people to be unified and the 7 ones are the things that unite us. 2. So far in our series we have discussed the one body and the one Spirit. 3. Today, we want to talk about a subject that is one of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4, Hebrews 6:13-19, Colossians 1:21-23, Hebrews 10:19-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformed By Truth: Lessons From "the Pilgrim's Progress" Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 12, 2024

"The Pilgrim's Progress" - let's draw insights from this classic work to explore how truth transforms our lives. Let us embark on a journey of discovery as we delve into the transformative power of truth.

"The Pilgrim's Progress" by John Bunyan is a timeless allegory that vividly portrays the Christian journey toward salvation and spiritual growth. The main character is called Christian, and the book follows his journey as he travels from the City of Destruction to the Celestial ...read more

Scripture: John 16:8, Romans 3:23, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Ephesians 4:22-24, Revelation 21:4, 1 Peter 1:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal