Sermons on Kefa I 1:20:

It Is Finished

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 8, 2018

What did Jesus mean when He said, "It is finished" on the cross? What was finished? The crucifixion? His life on earth? Or, the plan of salvation?

Our quarterly memory Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:11-13 “Here is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him; if we endure, we will also reign with Him. If we disown Him, He will also disown us; if we are faithless, He remains faithful, for He cannot disown Himself.” Our ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30, 1 Peter 1:18-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Wayfaring Strangers Part 6" I Want To Live Like That" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 27, 2018

Part 6 of our 1st Peter study

Wayfaring Strangers A study of 1 Peter Part 6 “I want to live like that” 1 Peter 1:13-25 The Christian Group Sidewalk prophets sings a long titled live like that I is a challenge to live a better life for Christ Let me read you just a few lines of it Sometimes I think What will people say of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

Mission Sunday 2017

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

Missions opportunities are all around us local, regional, national and international. Is God calling you to a mission field of some kind. Be open to His call and let the love of Jesus fuel your faith to serve.

Mission Sunday 2017 1 Peter 1:17-23 "Since you call on a Father who judges each person’s work impartially, live out your time as foreigners here in reverent fear. For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Holiness In Trials Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

Having holiness during trials

Facing Your Trials in Hope - 1 Peter 1b June 22, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 1. We want to review briefly what we looked at three weeks ago. Remember that Peter is writing to give practical help to Christians dealing with daily ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bought And Paid For

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016

Our Value to God

BOUGHT AND PAID FOR 1PETER 1VS 18-25 18 knowing that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, like silver or gold, from your aimless conduct received by tradition from your fathers, 19 but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot. 20 He indeed was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-25

Denomination: *other

Remind Me, Oh Lord

Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 14, 2017

We all tend to forget so we need to ask Him to remind us

“Remind Me, Oh Lord” 1 Peter 1:13-21 David P. Nolte Henry had a horrible memory and so did his wife, Matilda. They chided one another for their forgetfulness, neither owning up to their own lack of recall. The wife said, “Henry, will you fix me an ice cream Sundae? And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Word Stands Forever Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 13, 2016

We are to challenge ourselves in holy living because this cares for our souls. We are to challenge ourselves in loving one another because that cares for the souls of others. We are to challenge ourselves to live imperishable because this is the right per

GOD’S WORD STANDS FOREVER 1 PETER 1:14-25 INTRODUCTION… Inspirational Nature of Scripture (www.carm.org) This morning as we begin, I want to share some interesting truths found in the pages of the Bible. They are interesting in that they describe things that human beings have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Identity Is In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 8, 2016

With people "Identifying" as belonging to this, that or the other groups within our society. I thought it important to know how we "Identify" with Christ.

Message from Sunday February 7th 2016 I Identify as a Christian Our Identity is in Christ - 1 Peter 1:17-25 Message: Today people are "Identifying" themselves with this, that or some other category of people in our society. I find it kind of strange since I thought we were all part of one big ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-25, 1 John 3:1-10, Colossians 3:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Called To An Alternative Lifestyle - A Holy Lifestyle Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 22, 2016

Are you following an Alternative Lifestyle? The term Alternative lifestyle covers a pretty diverse range of living, as Christian's we have been called to follow an alternative lifestyle, an alternative path, the narrow way.

We continue in our series on Dynamic Disciples and this month we are focussing on being called into the family of God. Our focus for this evening is God’s Alternative Society. The question as always to begin is: Are you following an Alternative Lifestyle? The term Alternative lifestyle ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Soul Walking

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 19, 2017

Through the narrative of the Emmaus Walk, Luke summarizes His Gospel - 1. Jesus has Risen from the Dead ( Life is now different) 2. Jesus Is Here In Our Midst (through His Holy Spirit)

Scripture: Luke 24:13-39 Title: Soul Walking Proposition: Through the narrative of the Emmaus Walk, Luke summarizes His Gospel - 1. Jesus has Risen from the Dead ( Life is now different) 2. Jesus Is Here In Our Midst (through His Holy Spirit) INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, Psalm 116:1-4, 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: Nazarene

A Call To Holy Obedience

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Apr 30, 2017

You were purchased with Christ’s blood; your life’s purpose is to glorify him in holy obedience.

Arabian horses go through rigorous training in the deserts of the Middle East. The trainers require absolute obedience from the horses, and test them to see if their training is complete. The final test is nearly beyond the endurance of any living thing. The trainers force the horses to do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-23

Denomination: Other

Be Holy... Mission Impossible?

Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 22, 2017

Be Holy… How is this even possible? I have a difficult time just being a decent husband and father. How am I supposed to be as holy as God Himself? I’m just human. I make mistakes. Why am I being commanded to do something that seems to be impossible?

Please turn in your Bibles to 1 Peter 1:13-22… [READ] Our key verses this morning are verses 15-16… “15 but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; 16 because it is written, ‘You shall be holy, for I am holy.’” Be Holy… How is this even possible? I have a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 1 Timothy 4:7, 2 Corinthians 5:9-10, 1 Thessalonians 4:7, Romans 10:13-14, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 10:10, Galatians 3:1-3, Isaiah 64:6, Psalm 14:2-3, Ephesians 5:1, 1 Peter 1:13-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed! A View Of The Passover (Exodus Part 4) Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Apr 28, 2018

Exodus transformed the Israelites in the same way the Resurrection transformed the disciples. We start on a new path and are no longer the same.

Exodus 12:14-24 14 This day shall be a day of remembrance for you. You shall celebrate it as a festival to the Lord; throughout your generations you shall observe it as a perpetual ordinance. 15 Seven days you shall eat unleavened bread; on the first day you shall remove leaven from your houses, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:14-24, Matthew 26:17-19, Matthew 26:26-28, 1 Peter 1:17-21, Deuteronomy 16:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Sacrifice To Remember

Contributed by James Chandler on May 29, 2018

Memorial Day reminds us of the ultimate sacrifice that was made for our freedom, Jesus Christ died that we might have life through Him.

As we prepare for Memorial Day, let us remember the Passover Lamb that was sacrificed and reminded the people that their freedom came at a great cost. The Passover Lamb Exodus 12:1-13 The Lord said to Moses and Aaron in Egypt, “This month is to be for you the first month, the first month of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Word Is Good News

Contributed by Clive Broadbent on Sep 21, 2017

* God's word cleans completely, lasts forever, and helps us grow * Act accordingly - love each other sincerely, stand firm, and grow

It took Balfour Beatty 11 years to finish cleaning and painting the Forth Rail Bridge – sandblasting and using the latest epoxy-resin paint – 240,000 litres! Now it looks better than new, and the bridge’s cleaning and painting reputation (being a never-ending task), has gone forever. Or has it? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21