Sermons on Boldness Of Peter:

Chosen Strangers - 1 Peter 1:1-2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 21, 2024

Peter is so eager to establish our identity (because it is the basis for so much of what he says in the book), he blurts it out before he even gets to the greeting.

1 Peter 1:1 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To the elect, strangers [in the world], scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2 [chosen] according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying work of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Nose Prints On The Glass - 1 Peter 1:6 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 27, 2024

The kind of joy Scripture calls us to seems unrealistic, especially in times of sorrow. But human emotion is complex. This message shows the path to supernatural happiness.

1 Peter 1:6 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. 7 These have come so that your faith--of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire--may be proved genuine and may result in praise, glory and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6

The Glory Of The Story - 1 Peter 1:10-12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 29, 2024

Why did the prophets search their own writings? Did they not understand what they wrote? If that's the case, what were they trying to communicate when they wrote it?

The prophets searched Scripture to find out what kind of era it would be when the Messiah would suffer and then be glorified. But they were told that it was not for them to know. We get to participate in this glorious kingdom in the Church (why would a Christian prefer the world to the Church?). ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12

Restored To Lead - (Lesson From Peter On Denying Christ)

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Dec 6, 2024

This is a message for anyone who feels like their failure has disqualified them from God’s plans. Through Peter’s story, we see that failure is not the end; it’s an opportunity for God to show His grace and call us into greater purpose.

Expository Sermon: Restored to Lead Key Text: John 21:17 – “He said to him the third time, ‘Simon, son of Jonah, do you love Me?’ Peter was grieved because He said to him the third time, ‘Do you love Me?’ And he said to Him, ‘Lord, You know all things; You know that I love You.’ Jesus said to him, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:17, John 21:15-19

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Thicker Than Blood - 1 Peter 2:5 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 9, 2024

Most Christians fail to appreciate the value of what Jesus promised us in the Church.

1 Peter 2:4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it says: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5

Mission Imperative - 1 Peter 2:9-10 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 12, 2024

All ministry is based in praise, and we must take this monster calling seriously.

1 Peter 2:4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it says: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Knowing God - 2 Peter 1:3b Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 15, 2024

We know knowledge of God is important, but what does it mean, exactly, to know an invisible being in a way that goes beyond knowing about him?

2 Peter 1:1 Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those equal to us in the faith they have received in the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ: 2 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. 3 his divine power has given us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3

The Politics Of Praise - 1 Peter 2:13-17 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 18, 2024

Your placement in the world’s authority structure is a good thing – God’s perfect design. This message will help you appreciate the blessing of your earthly authorities.

1 Peter 2:13 Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is God's will that by doing good you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Oh God, Why? - 1 Peter 2:19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 21, 2024

Job responded to horrible suffering with worship. How could you learn to respond like that?

Thursday evening after I put the finishing touches on my sermon, I went out for a walk with all the prayer cards to pray for you all, and about ten minutes into my walk I received the most painful phone call I have ever received. One of the dear sisters in our church went to be with Jesus at age ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19

What Was The Significance Of Both Jesus And Peter Walking On The Water?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Apr 14, 2025

If walking on water takes faith, then every day living takes just as much faith for us to respond to the Lord with.

What was the Significance of Both Jesus and Peter Walking on the Water? Matthew 14:24-33 There are actually two separate sermons within this passage of Scripture (vs 22-23 & 24-33). The first part speaks of Jesus’ time alone with the Father. But for this message, I want to focus on the second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:24-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Character Study Of Andrew Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Andrew may not have been as famous as Peter, but his role in bringing people to Jesus was crucial. His life teaches us the power of personal evangelism, faithfulness, and humility. In God’s kingdom, even those who work behind the scenes can have a lasting impact.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ANDREW – BROTHER OF PETER, ONE OF THE FIRST DISCIPLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 1:40-42 "One of the two which heard John speak, and followed him, was Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother. He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42, Matthew 4:18-20, John 6:8-9, John 12:20-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Rock Crumbles Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on May 14, 2009

Note the depth of honesty in the Gospels. There is no cover-up here: Peter blew it! But Before we condemn Peter, given the circumstances, would we have shown up in Caiaphas’ courtyard that evening?

Sermon Notes “The Rock Crumbles” Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75 Introduction: Did you know that Las Vegas has opened a call-in phone service called “Connection Confession?” It is a service where people can call and confess their sins to a recording – a confession hot-line. Here is how it works – for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

6 Steps That Led Peter To Deny Christ And May Lead Us Too

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Nov 26, 2019

What steps led Peter to deny Christ? Can these steps be repeated in the lives of believers? How can we avoid repeating Peter's denial of Christ in our own lives?

We know from the Gospels that Peter was a transparent man. He would ask Jesus the obvious questions, showed his feelings, and even boasted that he would stay with Christ to the end. However, that boasting did not last very long at all: ...she looked upon him, and said, And thou also wast with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-68, Mark 14:29, Mark 14:37, Mark 14:40-41, Mark 14:31, Mark 14:47, Mark 14:54, Mark 14:71, Mark 14:72  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Share In Suffering Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 26, 2015

God calls His people to stand firm in the face of trials and suffering.

“Therefore, do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God.” [1] The call of Christ is not as is commonly presented in contemporary church life. We preachers do issue a call for our hearers to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

All He Does Is Win! Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Feb 12, 2025

Jesus never fails. A persons faith is only as good as the object they place it in. We must make sure that our faith in Jesus as He is revealed in Scripture. Not a "Jesus" of our own imagination.

All He Does is Win! Text: John 18:12-27 Before we get into our text this morning, I’m just going to tell you that what we’re going to be looking at sounds like something that could be pulled from our modern-day news cycle. Solomon said, “There’s nothing new under the sun.” So, the next time ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-27, Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible