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  • Tim Smith avatar

    Bustin' Barriers

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 29, 2013
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    Our fears of sharing our faith often revolve around how people will respond. What if they reject us or worse raise questions and issues for which we have no answer? Then what do we do?

    Bustin’ Barriers I Peter 3:15b-16 and 1 John 1:5-7 Our Scripture today commands us to always be ready to share the hope we have in our lives, that is, the Good News of Jesus Christ. Those moments can come to us spontaneously. But more often than not, they happen when we are intentional about ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ken Pell avatar

    What Must I Do: Seek Peace

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 1, 2013
     | 4,592 views

    Harmony in relationships requires us to check our tongue, watch our step, and mind our manners (1 Peter 3:10 & 11).

    WHAT MUST I DO? SEEK PEACE WITH ONE ANOTHER 1 PETER 3:8-17 Big idea: Living in harmony requires us to check our tongue, watch our step, and mind our manners. SERIES INTRO We are asking ourselves “What Must I Do?” and looking at the New Testament for answers. We have discovered that ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • David McNally avatar

    Always Be Prepared

    Contributed by David Mcnally on Jan 28, 2012
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    God wants us to be available and to use the gifts, time and talents He has given us to serve Him and grow His church. We do not need a Seminary education or special training, just a willingness to follow His lead.

    Exodus 3:1-14, 4:1-3 and 10-13 1st Peter 3 v.9-17 (esp. v 15) SERMON – Always be prepared to give an answer Every page in the bible contains good advice and that contained in 1st Peter 3 is no exception, and I would like to concentrate on one verse in particular: v.15. People notice ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Enduring Slander

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 9, 2014
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     | 3,731 views

    It is hard to be mad at what someone said about you if it is true.

    "Everybody is slandered even the good." - Robert E. Lee 1 Peter 3:14-16 14 But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled; 15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Growing Larger Through Outreach (Pt. 3) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 24, 2015
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    What do we say when it is time to share the gospel with others? This sermon helps us to be prepared when we have an opportunity to give an answer for the hope that we have.

    Introduction: A. Today I’m praying that all of us, Christians, feel like we have some good news to share with others, and that we desperately desire to share it. 1. I like the story told of the little boy who greatly concerned his parents. a. The boy’s parents could not get him to utter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Your Hope Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015
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     | 6,592 views

    This is the 7th sermon in the series "Don't Be Discouraged". Your hope is found in Jesus.

    Series: Don’t Be Discouraged [#7] YOUR HOPE 1 Peter 3:13-22 Introduction: Each week, I hear about different people in our Church who are sick, tired, sick and tired, etc…; and most weeks I’m in all 3 of those categories. It is difficult to live in this body in this world and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Atheist: Witnessing Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 4, 2015
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    Christian Atheists, those who say they believe in God but often live as though He doesn’t exist, know they should share their faith, but don’t for whatever reason. I believe there are three reasons why we don’t share our faith.

    This sermon is based off of a few ideas in Craig Groeschel’s book “The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist.” Zondervan, 2010. ISBN: 9780310332220 CHRISTIAN ATHEIST: WITNESSING 1 PETER 3:15 IN THE WORK CUBICLE (p) It’s a normal day at ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    From Living To Life Everlasting Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 6, 2015
     | 4,631 views

    Will we accept the sacrifice of Christ as sufficient ... or will you continue doing life yourself? Easter is about the glory of the Father revealed in the Son, and we either accept that or turn away from it.

    From Living to Life 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 9 1 Peter 3:13-22 Introduction - Leading up to this AMAZING day we have covered three main points: -- Three encouragements from Peter to the church on living fully for Christ ∆ - First, why is our testimony so important? - v2:21, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Value And Power Of Your Testimony

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 22, 2014
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    A brief unpacking of 1 Peter, looking at Peter's encouragement to always be prepared to give an answer for our hope.

    The Value and Power of Your Testimony - 1 Peter 3:15-16 - June 22, 2014 We’ve just heard the testimony of a follower of Jesus Christ. Joanne has shared her heart - what God has done and is doing in her life. And I hope you’ve been encouraged by her words. I hope you have perhaps been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Greg Brown avatar

    Suffering For Righteousness In An Imperfect Church (1 Peter 3:8-22) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
     | 8,541 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 3:8-22

    Suffering for Righteousness in an Imperfect Church Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Open Doors Of Opportunity (2) Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,936 views

    Are we open or closed as a congregation? Is the work and worship about us only or do we include others?

    1. St Catherine's Monastery One of the oldest monasteries in the world is Saint Catherine's. Built by Emperor Justinian to protect the monks in the region, St. Catherine's sits at the foot of Mount Sinai in Egypt. The walls are made of granite and are between 8 and 35 meters tall. Up until last ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Gaston avatar

    The Top 7 Lies You’ll Hear At College

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 8, 2014
     | 4,597 views

    Many young people go to college as Christians, but due to the secularism and the anti-Christian propaganda force-fed them, they become agnostics or atheists.They must become knowledgeable of the foundations of their Christian faith.

    THE TOP 7 LIES YOU’LL HEAR AT COLLEGE INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHAT AISLE IS THE POLISH SAUSAGE ON? 1. People today over-react, especially about politically correct topics. There was a customer who asked, "In what aisle could I find the Polish sausage?" 2. The clerk asked, "Are you Polish?" ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Seek Peace Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 1, 2015
     | 10,859 views

    Chapter 3 of First Peter shows how to seek peace, in the home, in the church, and in the world.

    Seek Peace (1 Peter 3) INTRODUCTION: In chapter 2 of First Peter Jesus is given as an example of obedience and submission to God’s will. Then, 1 Peter chapter 3 begins with the phrase, “…in the same way …” The instructions in chapter 3 about husbands and wives ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Fred Sigle avatar

    God's Not Dead: Prepare To Give An Answer Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Nov 18, 2014
     | 6,659 views

    Convincing unbelievers that God is not dead starts with an intimate relationship with God and a passion in wanting to share that relationship with anyone who will listen.

    GOD’S NOT DEAD: PREPARE TO GIVE AN ANSWER A. How many of you have ever had to DEFEND your FAITH in COMMENT: Maybe you had a co-worker who challenged your belief in God? Or had a classmate in school who made fun of you because you went to church? Perhaps the one who you have to defend ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Wilson avatar

    Defenders Of The Faith?

    Contributed by David Wilson on Aug 30, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,771 views

    We are NOT called to defend THE faith, but rather to stand up for OUR faith.

    Defenders of the Faith? One of the most frequently misapplied verses in the Bible is I Peter 3:15-17. It is often taken out of context and used to prompt believers into being defenders of the faith! It says, “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist