Sermons on Kefa I 1:21:

Redeemed With Precious Blood Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 1, 2021

1) What did God redeem believers from? (1 Peter 1:18a), 2) What did He redeem them with? (1 Peter 1:18b-19) 3) By whom did He redeem them? (1Peter 1:20a), and finally, 4) For what did He redeem them? (1Peter 1:20b-21).

1 Peter 1:18–21. 18 knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, 19 but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot. 20 He was foreknown before the foundation of the world ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-21

Denomination: Other

We Are Sojourners - Travel Light

Contributed by Robert Castile on Apr 26, 2020

You were not made for this world. You were made for eternity. Travel Light.

Kingston Church of the Nazarene Sermon: Non-Series April 29, 2020 Sermon Title: We are Sojourners - Travel Light Sermon Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-23 (key verse: 17) {DO NOT READ} INTRODUCTION: WE ARE SOJOURNERS - TRAVEL LIGHT We are traveling through life on a journey that leads to a destination. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Should You Fear God? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

We think that grace means there’s nothing to fear in our behavior. And so the sanction of judgment has no place in our lives. But God is gracious and calls us back today to fear the behavior that leads to destruction.

I heard about a young boy that went off to one of these extremely expensive universities, and the bills were coming in monthly to these parents and they were struggling to keep their head above water. One day his mother received a letter from him and he said: “Dear Mom, I’m writing to inform you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Increase Your Hope In God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Christ died so that both your faith and your hope are in God. He died to transform you from the power of sin.

James Hammond was a plantation owner during the Civil War who served as a congressman as well as the 60th governor of the state of South Carolina. Besides defending slavery, Hammond was guilty of an unbridled sexual appetite. In 1839, Hammond purchased an eighteen-year-old slave named Sally, along ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Peter, Feed My Sheep” (2 Of 21)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022

Jesus told Peter, "Feed my sheep." Every housewife can relate somewhat to this, as she feeds her family. Also most housewives know the value of a well balanced diet.

For example, they know they can feed their families peanut butter sandwiches every now and then, but if they did this all the time: • The family would soon dread coming to the table to eat • They would also suffer nutritionally, because this kind of a diet is not going to supply them the nutrition ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Teaching Bible Prophecy

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 13, 2022

The events that Jesus spoke of in Matthew 24, Mark 13, and Luke 21 are coming to pass more rapidly each day. Bible Prophecy needs to be taught in the churches, for our "Blessed Hope" is about to appear (Luke 21:28: Titus 2:11-15).

The events currently happening between Russia and Ukraine demonstrate the obvious instability of worldwide leadership, the continuous slide into debauchery, perversion, along with increasing hatred, blind rage, and violence against one another and God. Some people are even promoting the insane ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Matthew 24:29-31, John 14:1-3, 1 Corinthians 15:51-58, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 2 Thessalonians 2:8, Isaiah 66:24, 1 Peter 1:19-21, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, John 17:17, Revelation 19:11-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Lenses (Third Sunday Of Easter , April 23, 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 20, 2023

Peter gives us the good news that this world is not our home! ... Peter tells us how to use our Easter lenses as exiles. Today we will examine reverent fear, obedience and love.

EASTER LENSES Text: I Peter 1:17 – 23 1 Peter 1:17-23  If you invoke as Father the one who judges all people impartially according to their deeds, live in reverent fear during the time of your exile.  (18)  You know that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Where Is Jesus And How Do We Recognize Him? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 22, 2023

We want to live in confidence in this God of resurrection, and so we believe in God, hope to be united with God eternally, and love each other so we can accomplish those tasks.

Third Sunday in Easter 2023 As the Church moves more deeply into the Easter season, we are presented this year with the awesome story of the two disciples walking together to Emmaus, away from Jerusalem, away from the grave of the man they had followed for perhaps three years. They were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21, Acts 2:14-33, Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Catholic

Cherry-Picking The Word Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 8, 2025

We must approach the Bible without preconceived ideas. We should let it speak for itself. The Holy Spirit never contradicts Himself. If a scripture contradicts our theology, our theology is probably wrong. As Jesus said, "The scripture cannot be broken."

CHERRY-PICKING THE WORD OF GOD 2 Timothy 2:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMON: 5 TIPS TO FIND A GOOD HUSBAND 1st TIP: Find a man who loves you & is loyal. 2nd TIP: “ “ “ ‘s fun & makes you laugh. 3rd TIP: “ “ hard worker, makes a good living. 4th TIP: “ “ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unpacking The Fear Of God Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 1, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

Series: 1 Peter Sermon: “Unpacking the Fear of God” 1 Peter 1:17-21 A sermon for October 20, 2024 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 1 “17 And if you call on the Father, who without partiality judges according to each one’s work, conduct yourselves throughout the time of your stay here in fear; 18 knowing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21, Luke 12:5, Hebrews 10:31, Hebrews 12:28-29, Genesis 18:25, Psalm 75:2-7, Matthew 25:31-46, James 2:15-17, Exodus 30:14-16, Matthew 25:30, Matthew 13:49-50, Luke 16:22-24, Romans 3:21-25, Revelation 20:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

What We Believe About The Bible Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 24, 2025

The Bible is described as the greatest book in the world.

A. THE BIBLE IS DESCRIBED AS THE GREATEST BOOK IN THE WORLD 1. It is the greatest in subject matter i.e., Jesus Christ. 2. It is the greatest in influence on lives and nations. 3. It answers man’s greatest need: salvation. B. EIGHT THEMES TO DESCRIBE THE BIBLE 1. Revelation – refers to the act ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:20-21, Hebrews 1:1, Hebrews 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

Beware Of Belittling The Blood - 1 Peter 1:17-21 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 1, 2024

Be afraid of judgment, be afraid of belittling His blood, and be afraid to oppose His eternal work of redemption.

1 Peter 1:17 And if as father you call on the one who judges impartially according to the work of each, in fear conduct yourselves in the time of your sojourn. 18 having come to know that it was not with perishables, like silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty conduct you inherited ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

An Appropriate Reaction

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 14, 2025

Our freedom comes with a price. We are no longer our own. And the only appropriate response is to do what God wants from us in return.

Hostages have been much in the news these days, for good reason. The most horrific fate is that of the Israelis kidnapped in October 2023. Many have died; some are still in captivity. Only a merciful God can heal the wounds of the ones released. May that same merciful God bring about the release of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-23, Psalm 116:12-17, Amos 5:21-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Peter A Fisherman's Tale Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 4, 2025

Peter reveals through his rollercoaster life of mountain top experiences with Jesus to the valleys of denial and rebuke from the Lord that there is hope beyond our failures and mistakes.

Series – Come Alive in 2025 Thesis: We can come back to life – with a breath from heaven – nothing is too dead for God to bring back to life! The Bible says nothing is too lifeless for God! He is the Creator who took nothing and made it something and He can bring back to life anything! Can you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Keep Walking In Resurrection Power Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 29, 2025

The resurrection of Jesus was never meant to be a once-a-year celebration — it is meant to be a once-for-all transformation!

Go! And Keep Walking in Resurrection Power (Third Sunday After Easter) Introduction: Christ is risen — He is risen indeed! Here we are — two full weeks after Resurrection Sunday. The memory of Easter morning might be fading. The family gatherings and school holidays have ended. The Chocolate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, 1 Peter 1:18-21, Romans 8:11, Romans 10:9

Denomination: Pentecostal