Sermons on 1 Peter 4:11-19:

Types Of Shame Used As Controls

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Types of Shame Used as Controls

Types of Shame Used as Controls Romans I Pet 4:16 1). Innocent Shame - Shame felt when one’s character is slandered without justification 2). Guilty Shame - Shame felt before others when one violates an ethical norm. 3). Social Shame - Embarrassment felt when one makes a social blunder or error ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Urgency Of Commitment

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Introd.: Some people work best under the pressure of a deadline.

Introd.: Some people work best under the pressure of a deadline. I'm one of them. There's a special urgency when you know you only have a limited time to produce. It seems to sharpen the focus of my mind and help my concentration level. I'm definitely more committed to the task at hand. You think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life On Purpose

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Oct 18, 2000

I can’t forget the story one of our members tells about his childhood.

I can’t forget the story one of our members tells about his childhood. He asked his dad the big question: "Why am I here?" That’s a thoughtful question from a little boy. Here’s what his dad said. "How the h___ do I know?" My friend is still reeling from the shock of that response. But how would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

Be Prepared To Suffer

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust.

Introd.: motto of Boy Scouts = "Be Prepared" God's message to Joseph in Egypt = help the nation to be prepared for 7 years of famine doctors take much more time today than they used to to make sure patients understand and are prepared for the operation Illust. of not being prepared: Peter wants his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:13-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Testing

Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 20, 2003

We will be tested and we can get through it if we trust God.

TESTING 1 PETER 4:12 12 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you; Just as Christ was tested so are we to tested, and this is what we are going to look at today. There is a reason for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Christian Church

Think It Not Strange

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 4, 2003

James never suggested that Christianity would be an easy way: He tells us that we would find ourselves in various temptations.

1 PETER 4;12 12 Dear friends, don’t be bewildered or surprised when you go through the fiery trials ahead, for this is no strange, unusual thing that is going to happen to you. 13 Instead, be really glad--because these trials will make you partners with Christ in his suffering, JAMES 1:2-5 2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12, Isaiah 54:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Takes Both Sunshine And Rain To Make A Rainbow

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 8, 2006

Do you know how to break or make a Christian? Let him / her go through the process of suffering.

Exegetical Idea: Subject: How should believers respond to suffering? Complement: Unsurprised, rejoicing, knowing that they are blessed. Homiletical Idea: Persecution can break or make a Christian. Purpose: As a result of this sermon, my listeners (believers) would be made aware and encouraged ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Excellence Series

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Apr 25, 2006

Building God’s Church through Excellence (Bob Russell - When God Build’s a Church)

These items were in news letters and other church notices 1) Scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles, and other items to be recycled. Proceeds will be used to cripple children. 2) The outreach committee has enlisted 25 visitors to make calls on people who are not afflicted with any church. 3) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Glorifying God By Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 22, 2005

One of the ways in which we glorify God is by serving others with the spiritual gifts that God has given to each believer. This sermon explores several truths about spiritual gifts and their relation to ministry.

Scripture The day you became a Christian God deposited a treasure in you. For some of you this treasure has some layers on it and it is a bit rusty. But with the help of God’s Word and his Spirit we will pull back the layers and blow off the dust and discover this hidden treasure. This discovery ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Verdict Is In

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Feb 7, 2005

Judgment day is coming. What will the verdict be?

THE VERDICT IS IN! 1 PETER 4:17 17. For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God: and if it first begin at us, what shall the end be of them that obey not the gospel of God? The verdict is in, are you guilty or not guilty? Has anyone here ever been a witness in court? Did ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Regaining Hope When It Seems Lost Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2006

Last of a five part series frm 1 Peter about finding hope for our lives.

Read 1 Peter 4:7-11 Background The end of all things is near… (V.7) • Letter probably written by Peter in mid 60’s AD • By then Christians were beginning to undergo persecution by Nero • Peter sees what is happening and thinking back to the words of Jesus believes that the return of Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Above All, Love Each Other Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Mar 9, 2006

"Living a Life of Love" - Part 2. This sermon looks at seven reason why we should love others and four ways we should love others.

ABOVE ALL, LOVE EACH OTHER Living A Life Of Love – 2 1 Peter 4:7-11 March 12, 2006 INTRODUCTION: There is a story told of an old monastery that had fallen upon hard times. It was once a great order, but as a result of waves of anti-monastic persecution in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

If God Is So Good Why Do I Feel So Bad? Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Oct 5, 2006

This is part of a series I did on topics my congregation requested. Several of these messages are two parts.

YOU ASKED FOR IT IF GOD IS SO GOOD, WHY DO I FEEL SO BAD? Sunday April 30, 2006 Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Intro. A. Today we are beginning a new sermon series called “You Asked For It.” These are sermons on subjects that you have requested. I am very excited about sharing this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Holiness

If God Is So Good Why Do I Feel So Bad? Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Oct 5, 2006

This is part of a series I did on topics my congregation requested. Several of these messages are two parts.

YOU ASKED FOR IT IF GOD IS SO GOOD WHY DO I FEEL SO BAD? Pt.2 Sunday May 14, 2006 Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Intro. A. Today we are going to finish our look at this very important subject of suffering especially as it relates to suffering in the lives of Christians. Since it has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Holiness

The Holy Spirit - Part 5 Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Oct 7, 2006

The message explores the gifts of the spirit for the purpose of helping others use their gifts.

The Holy Spirit - Part 5 Definitions of the Spiritual Gifts Spiritual gifts included service gifts, speaking gifts, and signifying gifts. While various theologians and teachers differ on how to precisely classify and name these gifts, the following generally captures the gist of the different ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:11

Denomination: Baptist