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Our God-Given Faith

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

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Peter refers to our God-given faith as "precious". What makes it so is because of who gave it and what it accomplishes in our life.

OUR GOD-GIVEN FAITH (II Peter 1:1) “From Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ: To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have been given a faith as precious as ours.” Today’s English Version “From Simon Peter, a servant and missionary of Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

In Chist We Have...part I

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

based on 23 ratings

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This is a two part message on the blessings and benefits that we have in Christ.

In Christ, We have…. 2 Peter 1:1-4 Intro: In Christ we have many promises. Recently while reading the Scripture, I came across this phrase…WE HAVE… -God has given us many promises. -They are ours and God does not play “take back”. -The phrase “WE HAVE” is used in the KJV 229 times. -I would ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

In Christ We Have...part 2

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

based on 16 ratings

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This is the second part of a two part message on the blessings and benifits we have in Christ. This second message is prmarily from 1 John.

In Christ, We have…. (2) 2 Peter 1:1-4 Intro: God has given us “exceeding great and precious promises:” -Last week we look at some of the promises of God. -These were based on the phrase “we have” -This phrase is found 229 times in the KJV. -God has abundantly blessed us through these ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4, 1 John 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 1, 2002

based on 87 ratings

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Sermon for the first Sunday of Advent, considers what’s important about prophecy

Before we start is there anyone who’s good at untangling things? I’ve got these Christmas lights and since it is the first Sunday of advent I was hoping to use them as an illustration. Here you work on these and we’ll get back to you in a little bit. (hand the volunteer a wad of hopelessly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19-21, 1 Peter 1:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seven Prophecies Concerning The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 2, 2002

based on 69 ratings

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There are seven great Old Testament prophecies concerning the birth of the Messiah that prove beyond question that Jesus is the Christ.

SEVEN PROPHECIES CONCERNING THE BIRTH OF CHRIST "And so we have the prophetic word confirmed, which you do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts." II Peter 1:19. There are seven great Old Testament prophecies ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19, Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

To Stir You Up

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jan 11, 2003

based on 26 ratings

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We need to be stirred up by remembering some precious truths!

TO STIR YOU UP II Peter 1:9 Introduction: As we walk down life’s highway as Christians, sometimes we get a little weary and foot-sore. We sometimes become complacent with the way things are. Whatever the case is, from time to time, we need to be stirred up! Now the Lord can do one of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Over And Above

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jan 14, 2003

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Just when the enemy thought he had you,he found out that you still had more power! This is a powerful message.

As we have opportunity to observe and survey the lives of many believers we will find that they all had or have one thing in common.They were either going through something or coming out of something.Many times when we face tests and trials,we feel as if God has forsaken us and that he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Investing In Treasures Or Trinkets?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 30, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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We need to invest time and effort in other people.

2 Peter 1 :7 And to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love. I am pondering and my mind ponders the goodness of God. Today, I took two older ladies for a ride, just to get them out of the house for a few hours. We were so far in the country, there was no bridge to cross the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:7, Jude 1:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part 1: The Quest For Authentic Transformation Series

Contributed by Tim Harrison on Apr 9, 2002

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In this passage, The Apostle Peter gives us seven Character Traits that we are to add to our faith, which God wants to use to progressively transform us into the likeness of Christ.

A Portrait of Christ: The Quest for Authentic Transformation Did I tell you I have a son and daughter? It’s amazing how rapidly they are changing – as they move along the continuum from infancy to adulthood Physical, emotional, and intellectual growth is natural – It’s to be expected in every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: *other

Patience Everyone!

Contributed by Gary Washburn on Apr 11, 2002

based on 55 ratings

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Patience is a virtue that helps bring about success in every area of life. Without it you are doomed to failure. Surprisingly, the area most are falling short in is in having patience with God. God’s timing requires our patience.

PATIENCE 2 Peter 1:3-8 now read Living Bible (not for accuracy but for clarity) Intro: Definition of patience: Hupomone in Greek = remaining under pressure that God ordains. Not surrendering to the circumstances that are pressuring you. Jesus calls us to get under the pressure of His yoke ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

The High Value Of Living Low

Contributed by Gary Washburn on Apr 11, 2002

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Christ teaches the way to live life in the Penthouse is by starting at the bottom.

Love The high value of living low 2 Peter 1:5-8 and 10b John 13:34-35 Intro: Word “love” is agape = love revealed by not doing what the person loved wants, but doing what the One who loves deems is needed by the one loved. John 3:16 – not what man wanted but what God saw man needed. John 13:34-35 ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 2 Peter 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Moral Excellence Series

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Apr 23, 2002

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The first of the seven ’Christian Graces’ is moral excellence. In an age of secular moral relativism, the Christian can make a major impact in the Church and Society by boldly adhering to and promoting the Moral Code found in the New Testament Scriptures.

Christian Graces: Moral Excellence Peter delivers to us a set of seven virtues or graces that Christians are to add to their life of faith. He informs us that these traits will render us useful to the Lord, will enable us to bear much fruit and will guarantee us an entrance to the eternal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-7, 2 Peter 1:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Can I Trust My Bible?"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2002

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We can trust Scripture’s claim of inspiration--we have a secure word from God

“Can I Trust My Bible?” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A man went to a bookbinder to get a well-used New Testament rebound in leather. He wanted the side binding to read: “The New Testament”. When the job was finished, the binder explained that he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21, 2 Peter 2:16-21

Denomination: Congregational

"The Prophetic Voice" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 10, 2002

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Being prophetic meant foretelling and forthtelling

“The Prophetic Voice” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts When I was assigned to a Combat Engineer battalion, I walked over to the Headquarters Company one afternoon and knocked on the door of the Company Commander. I was there to tell him (tactfully) that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Congregational

That I May Know Him

Contributed by Elias Reyes on Aug 15, 2002

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The greatest desire of a true Christian is to know God. Every other desire pales in significance to this one.

That I May Know Him TEXT: Philippians 3:10 August 11, 2002 Rev. Elias Rivera-Reyes - El Buen Pastor U.M.C. What is the greatest desire of a Christian? Throughout Scripture, the great men and women of God say that their passion is to truly know Him. Moses says to God: "I pray You show me Your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, 1 Corinthians 3:10, 2 Peter 1:3, 2 Peter 1:3-9, Joshua 8:1 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

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