Sermons on 1 Peter 2:1-24:

Holiness

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 11, 2002

Explains that holiness is more than righteous actions, but is being specially set apart as the Temple of God and for the purpose of sharing the Good News. Also shows that the means of attaining holiness is the empowerment of the Holy Spirit of God.

“Holiness” As someone who has grown up Pentecostal, I am very familiar with the term “holiness.” I’ve heard sermons on holiness from before the time I could even say the word. And I hear all kinds of people quoting “Be holy as I am holy” After all, several times God did say that to his people. And ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 29:36, 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Mature Minister Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 14, 2002

Peter says we are a royal priesthood. What does that mean for the average church goer? (this sermon had great effect to prompt members to greater involvement in the church.)

OPENING: On the overhead projection we put up a cartoon showing a crazed man being led away from a church in a straightjacket. On the steps of the church building the preacher comments to another man “I’m going to miss Louis - he volunteered for everything.” COMMENT: As funny as that cartoon is, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's People

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Jan 17, 2002

How does God refer to His people?

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: GODS PEOPLE “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Characteristics Of A Christian

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 19, 2002

There are several characteristics that every Christian should possess. Reveiwing these will help us to examine ourselves, and be in a better position to help the erring.

The Characteristics Of A Christian A Question Of Judgment Introduction 1. What characterizes a disciple of Jesus? I ask this question because I believe there are some people who are “confused” about this! 2. In this lesson I will share my concerns and remind us of what ought to characterize a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2, 1 John 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Guidelines For Follow-Up

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 27, 2002

Guidelines for Follow-Up of New Believers

Keys to Effective Follow-Up 1. Ask the Lord to help you make a friend out of the new believer. It is vital to help new converts to gain encouragement, love and trusting relationships with Christian friends. Trust the Lord to help you involve the new believer in a small group fellowship of other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Priesthood Of All Believers (Part 1)

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: God has always wanted all his people to be priests.

Thesis: God has always wanted all his people to be priests. Intro.: 1. < Read Exodus 19:1-8 > a. God is ready to make Israel his covenant people. b. God's intent was for Israel to be "a kingdom of priests." 2. That didn't happen--why not? < Read Exodus 20:18-21 > a. Twice we are told: "The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Priesthood Of All Believers (Part 2)

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: God wants a kingdom of priests, not just priests in the kingdom.

Thesis: God wants a kingdom of priests, not just priests in the kingdom. Intro.: 1. Tonight we want to return to a text we looked at this AM--Exodus 19. a. God is at Sinai ready to make Israel his covenant people. b. God's intent was for Israel to be "a kingdom of priests." c. Did God get what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Christ's Example In Suffering Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Gaining strength through Christ’s example

Christ’s Example in Suffering I Peter 2:18-25 Today we will be taking a look at Christ’s example in suffering using the backdrop relationships of servants and masters. Now you may be thinking that we don’t have servant/master relationships these days, but I want you to think in terms of those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Respect For Authority Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

We respect earthly authorities out of our love for God

Respect for Authority 1 Peter 2:13-17 Today we are going to talk about respect for earthly authority. Who are some earthly authorities? The President, Governor, Police Officers, Military Officers, etc... God’s word give us direction for our relationship with these authority figures. We are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Generation Series

Contributed by Rich Wyatt on Sep 27, 2007

This message addresses a generation of teens and imparts to them that THIS GENERATION must rise up for "we are an holy nation..."

This Generation Psalm 60:2 “you have made the land quake… You have split it open…” Intro: The land is quaking. The world is an uncomfortable place. The US of A is full of perverted idolatry, tolerance, perverse sexuality and every evil thing. Generations past have sat idly by and watched the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Church Of God

Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 5, 2007

We are called by God’s Word to be good citizens for God has placed those in authority over us!

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 21, 2007 Date Preached: September 23, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship! Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:13-17 13 Therefore submit yourselves to every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Living Out Our Faith Thru Submission Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 13, 2007

For us to live as Christ has called us to live, submission has to the centerpiece of how we focus on God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: October 13, 2007 Date Preached: October 14, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Living Out Our Faith Thru Submission! Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:18-25 Introduction: Over the past several weeks in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Challenged To Change Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 13, 2007

When we come to Christ, our lives are supposed to be different...we are supposed to be ’changed’ by what has happened in our lives!

Sermon Brief Date Written: October 13, 2007 Date Preached: September 16, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Challenged to Change! Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:11-12 11 Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Blessing Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 15, 2007

When life is difficult, think about the amazing blessings that are yours because of Christ and thank Him.

Remember: The original readers of 1 Peter were facing persecution. The Big Idea: When life is difficult, THINK about the amazing blessings that are yours because of Christ and THANK Him. 1. There is nothing more important that our RESPONSE to Jesus. “As you come to him, the living ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Shift - Politics

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Oct 18, 2007

Jesus had his own way, his own politics. We must make a shift away from world influences and be influenced by the ways of Jesus.

When a person in our community found out that this was my eighth year of ministry at this church he told me the following. The first 3 years a pastor is at a church the congregation loves you. The second 3 years a pastor is at the church the congregation puts up with you. The last 3 years a pastor ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational