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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
This sermon emphasizes the responsibility of Christians to embody and live out the Gospel, reflecting their identity as a chosen people and royal priesthood in Christ.
Good morning, beloved family of God. We are gathered in this sacred space, under the shelter of His grace, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here, not because we are worthy, but because we are loved. Isn't it a wonder? Isn't it a marvel? We, the ordinary, are invited into the ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9
Topics: The Real Thing, Grace
This sermon encourages believers to persevere in their faith, proclaim their purpose as salt and light, and prevail over challenges for God's glory.
Good morning, beloved family. Isn't it a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, and to delve into the richness of God's Word? We are here today, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to bask in the light of God's love, to be ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16
Topics: Making A Difference
To be a holy person means that you will have trials, hardship, and suffering in life.
“Have a nice day!” That’s a classic Americanism and statement one hears a lot in my home state of California. Usually, people do not mean it when they say it. After you complete a purchase, you hear, “Thank you, and have a nice day. Buh-bye.” Or even worse, when you ...read more
Scripture: Job 2:1-13
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
No answer can completely answer this most difficult question of life. I this sermon we consider some things about God and the world He created, we consider the reasons for suffering, and we consider how to cope with suffering.
Introduction: A. There is a scene in a British movie where a young brother and sister had experienced the death of their beloved kitten. 1. The children had prayed fervently that the cat would get well, but unfortunately, it had died. 2. The children couldn’t understand why this had ...read more
Scripture: Romans 5:1-5
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
What did Paul mean when he said it has been "granted" to us to suffer?
Philippians 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:28-30
Explores the transformative power of the Gospel, emphasizing our new life in Christ and God's declaration of eternal love and forgiveness.
Good morning, beloved family of God. We are here once again, gathered in God's loving embrace, ready to open our hearts to His divine wisdom. Today, we are going to unwrap the profound mystery of our faith, the very essence of our spiritual existence, the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Gospel ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 John 5:11-12
Topics: Real Thing, Grace
To "Get Real!" and be genuine in our world, we must live in the state (condition) of showing our faith, not hiding it. We are challenged to see the unseen; live with certainty, and put our faith into practice.
1. [Joy Villa made a fashion statement at the 2017 Grammy Awards. She made an appearance, first with her outfit covered in a white outer garment; then revealed her red, white, and blue dress with the words, “Make America Great Again” and “Trump” embroidered on it. a. Where do you think she is ...read more
Scripture: James 2:14-26
Those who trust in the Lord are blessed
February 17, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Jer. 17:5-10; Ps. 1; Lk. 6:17-26 Where True Blessedness Is Found Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Blessedness. That’s the common word in all of our readings today. ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10, Luke 6:17-26
Denomination: Lutheran
Prayer is the disappearance of my personal will, and the appearance of obedience to God’s will in my life.
Being Righteous: With My Prayer Life “Prayer is the disappearance of my personal will, and the appearance of obedience to God’s will in my life.” Sunday Morning Sermon 3.11.07 1st Thessalonians 5:17 Intro: Video on Prayer Discussion: (Start with title and text) I was a preacher in Apache, ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Suffering for Christ is most beautiful when it leads to serving others
We're going to continue with our series, Identity Check. We're in part 11. We have another message or two and we'll be done with that series. This morning, if you have your Bible, I would like for you to turn to the book of 2 Timothy. I want you to go to chapter 3 of 2 Timothy, and I want you to go ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19
God calls us to persevere and endure things in life to get to the place God wants us to be. David went through a lot before becoming King.
How Long Are You Willing To Persevere Psalms 13:1-13:6 2 Timothy 2:1-13 Saints we are in part 3 of our series, “Why Me, Why Now.” Pastor Toby brought us “When Losses Come Into Our Lives”, Pastor Kellie came with “I Didn’t Expect This To Happen To ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
How Christians live in a marriage with a non-Christian spouse.
We have been going through Jesus’ disciple Peter’s first letter. Last week we looked at how we, as Christians, live as citizens of God’s kingdom, heaven, while still living here on earth in a society which frequently does not share our values. Peter’s particular focus was on how we live under the ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7
Denomination: Methodist
From the day we are born, life is filled with troubles. How could a God of love allow tragedy, pain, and suffering?
I heard a story of a man who was on his deathbed. He was slipping in and out of a coma for several months, yet his wife faithfully stayed by his bedside every single day. One day, when he came to, he motioned for her to come nearer. As she sat by him, he whispered, eyes full of tears, “You ...read more
Stuggles and Temptations face all Christians. The church at Thessalonica serves as a great source of encouragment to those of us today facing persecution.
Growing Pains 1 Thess. 2:13-20 Intro It was not easy to be a Christian in Thessalonica where believers faced persecution and suffering. Yet in the midst of suffering, the Thessalonica Christians experienced joy. They received Paul’s ministry of the Word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20
Denomination: Baptist
One of the greatest shocks a saint will ever know is to realize that other saints can be cruel. A shattering realization. As terrible as this is, full recovery is possible! Even better, some have more than recovered, they were able to minister to others.
THE HIGHEST HONOR ISAIAH 53 10 One of the greatest shocks a saint will ever know is to realize that other saints can be cruel. A shattering realization. I would even go as far as to say this can be more damaging and even more painful than loosing a loved one. Some Christians will never recover. ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 53:10
Denomination: Holiness
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