Sermons on 1 Peter 18:1-8:

Peter Denies Jesus Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 13, 2025

Why Peter fell.

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 26:33-35, 69-75 1. Jesus warned that some followers would deny Him. “Smite the shepherd, and the sheep . . . will flee” (v. 31). 2. Peter impulsively compares self to others. “Though all men shall be offended . . . yet will I never” (v. 33). 3. Peter impulsively boasted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:33-35, Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Baptist

New Year Sermon: Life Of Peter

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Dec 30, 2018

Peter was willing to lay down his life for Jesus. The same Peter who once said to Jesus ‘You are Christ, the Son of the Living God’ now says, ‘I do not know this Man of whom you speak!’ What made Peter to fail Jesus?

Once a man died & went to the gates of heaven. AS he was about to enter in to heaven, Peter stands by the gates and refuses to let him in. Peter says.. tell me why I should let you into heaven. You list out your reasons. I will score you. And If you score 100 points, then I will let you ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus And Grace As Demonstrated In The Life Of Peter Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 3, 2015

A message how the grace in Christ kept Peter in all his ups and downs. Grace elevated him, picked him up when he fell, saw past his failures, took the violence out of him, and changed him from coward to bold witness.

Jesus and Grace as Seen in the Life of Peter PPT 2 Series Title Jesus; all knowing, all powerful; all loving PPT 3 Message Title Jesus and Grace as Seen in the Life of Peter Grace God's goodness given to the undeserving. 1. Jesus will elevate you. (See pic in powerpoint, Jesus calling ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Simon Peter's Really Bad Night Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 18, 2005

6 of 7 messages on the transformation of Simon into Jesus. This message is on the denials of Peter.

From Ordinary to Extraordinary The Transformation Began in Amazement… at what Jesus taught and gave to people – both healing and forgiveness Amazement Led to Obedience… even when Simon didn’t think it would make a difference Obedience Grew Into Faith… that moved Simon to get out of the boat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peter Explains Gentiles Coming To Faith Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 31, 2022

This sermon of Peter in Acts 11 is the mark of victory for grace of the Lord Jesus. The Pentecost experience happened three times. It happened in Act chapter 2 with the Jews. It happened in Acts chapter 8 with the Samaritans. Now in Acts Chapter 10 with the Gentiles.

Context of Peters message Acts 10 explains the events of what makes up Peter’s Acts 11 message. The news about Cornelius travelled fast and in no time the leaders in Jerusalem wanted an explanation from Peter what was happening in Caesarea. Peter himself knew he was breaking Hebrew traditions by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

"When They Saw The Boldness Of Peter And John” Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 27, 2007

four characteristics of a bold witness as illusrated in the life of Peter and John from Acts 4

HOLY BOLDNESS “When they saw the boldness of Peter and John” Acts 4:1-22 There is a faint knock at your door. You open it to find a cowering man who timidly asks, “You wouldn’t want to buy a vacuum cleaner, would you?” Unless you either take great pity on this poor excuse for a salesman or you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Peter Goes With The Men From Cornelius Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 8, 2017

While Peter was pondering in his heart the vision he had received from the Lord, the servants of Cornelius arrived at the gate and asked for him. Directed by the Spirit he went down from the housetop to greet them.

April 27, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Title: Peter Goes with the Men from Cornelius (10:17-22) Scripture (Acts 10:17-22) 17 Now while Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean, behold, the men which were sent from Cornelius had made enquiry for Simon's house, and stood ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Peter Walks On Water Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 13, 2025

Jesus leads us to face a storm to strengthen our faith.

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 14:22-33 “Immediately Jesus made His disciples get into the boat and go before Him to the other side, while He sent the multitudes away. And when He had sent the multitudes away, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. Now when evening came, He was alone there. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Solemnity Of Saints Peter And Paul, Apostles

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 22, 2025

Paul’s sense of being captured by Christ defined his spiritual experience. Peter understands his error when a vision enlightens him to a fundamental truth: that which has been purified by God cannot be called "profane" by anyone.

At the narrowest part of the strait of Gibraltar, where two land masses meet (Africa and Europe, at the mouth of the Med), there are cliffs called the “Pillars of Hercules.” It was the end of the known world. On the old coins of Spain were depicted the two pillars of Hercules, with the Latin motto, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Catholic

The Last Words Of St. Peter: Transfiguration

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 10, 2015

St. Peters' last words about the Transfiguration before his death. Luke 9:29 reveals that Jesus' appearance was not merely some luminous glow but more deeply means that as he predicted his death he appeared to be more resolved and determined.

“The Last Words of St. Peter” Transfiguration “They didn’t tell anyone what they had seen until long after this happened.” Luke 9:36 “We have seen his majestic splendor with our own eyes.” 2 Peter 1:16 Intro: When Thomas Edison invented the first light ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36, 2 Peter 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peter's Convicting Question To A Contentious People Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on May 30, 2007

This message will guide us to obey God,even if it means breaking a tradition.

PETER’S CONVICTING QUESTION TO A CONTENTIOUS PEOPLE Acts 11:1-18 My brothers and sisters had you ever run across a person or a group that without examining the facts, is ready to expose you as being wrong concerning a particular issue? They have already set in their minds ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Could Peter Evangelize The Family Of Malchus

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

Could Peter Evangelize the Family of Malchus

Could Peter Evangelize the Family of Malchus John 18:10 (KJV) 10 Then Simon Peter having a sword drew it, and smote the high priest's servant, and cut off his right ear. The servant's name was Malchus. You pull up to a traffic light and there is a young man with tattoos all over, pink hair, ...read more

Scripture: John 18:10

Denomination: Foursquare

Part 8 - Who Is Simon Peter? Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007

Part 8 of our Great Commission sermon series takes a closer look at who Simon Peter was.

The Commission Part 8 – Who is Simon Peter Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † Jesus Begins His ministry by calling 4 Disciples † He Calls His First Disciples, Andrew (Peter’s Brother) and possibly John, Son of Zebedee. † We talked about who ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Bible Church

The Credentials Of The Apostle Peter (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 25, 2014

A sermon examining the credentials of a true minister.

THE CREDENTIALS OF THE APOSTLE PETER (Part 2 – His Message) II Peter 1:16-21 Recently a former top U.S. diplomat who once served as U.S ambassador was arrested and charged with being a foreign agent of Cuba. For over 40 years, Victor Manuel Rocha allegedly spied on behalf of Cuba’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Peter - Man Of Bold And Courageous Faith

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 13, 2003

In the lives of the Apostles we see them going thorugh some of the same challenges and experiences we go thorugh. Simon Peter denied Jesus before Pentecost but after Pentecost he demonstrated the power of the risen Lord in his life and witness.

Peter – Man of Bold & Courageous Faith John 1:35-42 As we study the life and ministry of the 12 Apostles we see how extra ordinary they are and at the same time how ordinary they are. The twelve Apostles came from various backgrounds. Most were blue color workers laboring as fishermen (James, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Free Methodist