Sermons on 1 Peter 4:1-1:7:

God Is Watching Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 14, 2019

Holiness and fear of God seem to go hand in hand in this passage. But why should I "fear God" and what difference does it make when I do?

OPEN: You may have heard the story of some children at a Catholic school who were lined up for lunch at the cafeteria. At the head of the table was a large pile of apples. A nun had made a note: "Take only one, God is watching." At the other end of the table was a large plate of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blood Of Holiness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 21, 2019

Why is there so much emphasis on the blood of Jesus in the Bible? What difference does it make that Jesus died on the cross and then rose from the grave?

OPEN: As I was working on today’s sermon I was looking at some old Gospel hymns and I was pleasantly surprised at the # of hymns that - mentioned the blood of Christ. So I thought we’d do this this morning is sing just a few of them: • Just as I am, without one plea, but that Thy blood was shed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mystery Of Submission

Contributed by Ahmed Adebisi Otunba on May 10, 2019

Submission is an attribute of 'love', a major commandment of God which is epitome of who God really is.

Every sermon is intended to address a particular challenge or the other. Challenges in mankind have no single solution but as challenges differ so do solutions (1 Cor 10:13). God faithful to His promises and will not be partial, at all, in His dealings. He has rewards/punishments for every fruit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hacer El Bien Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on May 19, 2019

Si es la voluntad de Dios, es preferible sufrir por hacer el bien que por hacer el mal.

En una ocasión fui al otorrinolaringólogo para que me atendiera mi oído que a raíz de un catarro se me había quedado obstruido. Fui porque la verdad ya no aguantaba la sensación de tener el oído tapado, y fui para que aliviara mi sufrimiento. Todo iba muy bien ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Esperanza En La Prueba

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on May 26, 2019

Mira tus sufrimientos a la luz de nuestra esperanza segura en Cristo.

¿No sé si les ha pasado alguna vez que cuando van en un viaje por carretera a un destino al que nunca han ido con anterioridad, como que el viaje de ida se les hace más largo que el viaje de regreso? No sé si es la expectativa del viaje, lo desconocido del camino o las ansias ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dealing With Anxiety Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 18, 2019

Continuing the theme from last week (Fear), we talk about anxiety and how to be rid of it in our lives

Dealing with Anxiety The Storms of Life Anxiety CCCAG June 16th, 2019 Scripture- 1 Peter 5:6-11 (“Problem” on Whiteboard versus single sheet of paper) Intro: In an issue of the AARP Bulletin, readers were asked to respond to the question: What’s your strategy for coping with stress? The answers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church: The People Of God Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 21, 2019

THE CHURCH IS A LIVING ORGANISM MADE UP OF BORN AGAIN BELIEVERS.

THE CHURCH: THE PEOPLE OF GOD 1 PETER 2:4-12 JAN. 20, 2019 LAST WEEK WE STARTED A SERIES OF MESSAGES ON THE CHURCH. PEOPLE HAVE MANY DIFFERENT IDEAS OF WHAT THE CHURCH IS, AND IT IS MY HOPE THAT AS WE STUDY WHAT THE SCRIPTURES SAY ABOUT THE CHURCH, THAT WE WILL GET A BETTER IDEA OF WHAT WE ARE TO ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Daily Word Of Encouragement And Admonishment Re: Coronavirus 4

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 24, 2020

Prayer is an essential element in our response to the coronovirus pandemic

A Daily Word Of Encouragement And Admonishment Re: Coronavirus 4 Will You Pray For Me? Of course, as a pastor I get that request all the time. I am happy and honored to do that. BUT, I am always tempted to ask, “Who have YOU prayed for today?” I am reminded of a time a few years ago when I was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope In Troubled Times

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 30, 2020

The Hunger Games President Snow said, "Hope. It is the only thing stronger than fear." He was right. What oxygen is to the lungs, hope is to the soul. Hope gives us optimism, transforms us, and reminds us of our glorious future!

HOPE IN TROUBLED TIMES 1 Peter 1:3-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. You always need to be skeptical when you are offered a “free ride.” If it looks too good to be true, it probably IS too good to be true. Example: 2. In Zimbabwe, a bus driver was transporting 20 mental patients from one mental ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It Only Took A Short Time Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Mar 31, 2020

I am so glad that March is over. It is going to remembered years from now like September 11th, or the day that Katrina roared onto the Gulf Coast on August 29th, 2005, or the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941. You ask why?

Introduction: I am so glad that March is over. It is going to remembered years from now like September 11th, or the day that Katrina roared onto the Gulf Coast on August 29th, 2005, or the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941. You ask why? March was the month the economic expansion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

What Am I Doing? Series

Contributed by Suresh Murugesan on Apr 3, 2020

Every one us are gifted and talented, but what do with what we have matters , what/How our future will be. : Explain

A. Gives (God) - talents. B. Gives (God)- time C. Gives(God)- more 1. God gives to everyone Mathew 25:14. a. Realise b. Recognise — know you strength — know your weakness Application:- 2.use the time a. To correct you. b. To cultivate you. Mathew 25:15 3. Be faithful and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Other

Death To Life

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 10, 2020

Through the resurrection of Christ, we have a living hope, that sustains and strengthens the believer in all circumstances.

Death to Life 1 Peter 1:1-9 Through the resurrection of Christ, we have a living hope, that sustains and strengthens the believer in all circumstances. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • What a joy it is to be able to be together online for this joyful holiday! • I am so thankful for the technology ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wonderfully Made Sermon Iv: Remade To Be Christ's Representative Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 13, 2020

To know that God made us to be His People and that He remade us to be our Lord's representative in these times of uncertainty is to take my task of sharing the gospel and ministering in Jesus' name seriously as never before.

REMADE TO BE ROCK-SOLID REPRESENTATIVES OF CHRIST “To be or not to be, that is the question.” (Shakespeare) Question to ponder: Did you decide at some point in your life what you wanted to be . . . only to have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Wonderfully Made Sermon V: Remade To Represent Christ In This Temporary Residence Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 13, 2020

To know that God my Father is counting on me to be His child and do His will while living in this temporary residence is to want to be the best I can be and do all the good I can do on my way Home to be with Him forever.

REMADE TO REPRESENT CHRIST IN THIS TEMPORARY RESIDENCE OF OURS I Peter 2:11-17 Driving from my house at Lake Jodeco to The Palms at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17

He Is Risen! - Easter

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 13, 2020

An Easter Sunday message of hope!

He is Risen! - Easter 1 Peter 1:3-5 Luke 23:55 - 24:12 April 12, 2020 START OUT WITH MAGIC TRICK - making candy appear out of an empty cup Now, I don’t usually start messages with a magic trick, but I thought today would be the exception. Why a magic trick? Well . . . it’s Easter . . . why ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist