Sermons on Kefa I 2:1:

Peculiar Pilgrims

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 1, 2014

Even when we are not great orators, it is no bad thing to own the good news concerning Jesus Christ as a valid subject for conversation.

PECULIAR PILGRIMS. 1 Peter 2:1-12. Jesus told His disciples, ‘You shall be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth’ (Acts 1:8). When persecution broke out after the martyrdom of Stephen, the church was dispersed throughout Judea and Samaria, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Called To Be Priests

Contributed by John Quigley on Jun 30, 2013

There are those who are called to be Priests or Pastors, but the whole body of Christians are called to actually be the Priesthood of Believers.

According to Peter, all are called to the Priesthood, the family of God is a Royal Priesthood. "But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; who once ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Drinking The Bible Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 25, 2014

It is impossible to grow in your relationship with God without growing in your relationship with God’s Word. We won’t grow unless we get into the Word.

Drinking the Bible 1 Peter 2:1-3 Rev. Brian Bill October 25-26, 2014 Video: “Week in the Life of a Neglected Bible” If you and I are not reading the Bible on a regular basis, we will never know its truth and we won’t grow in truth. According to a Barna survey, 82% think that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Person In The Mirror Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 20, 2015

Part 5 focuses on 1 Peter 2:9-10 and how we should view our identity based on our relationship with Christ.

The Person In The Mirror Part 4 Scriptures: Deuteronomy 28:1-14; 1 Peter 2:1-10 Introduction This message is part 5 in my series “The Person In The Mirror.” In part 4 last week I talked about the bumper sticker “God Is My Co-Pilot” that my father had purchased for his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cultivating Our Spiritual Passions Crucifying Our Fleshly Passions Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 6 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing a discussion of what it means to live by the power and enlightenment of the Holy Spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Cultivating our Spiritual Passions -- Crucifying our fleshly passions” I Corinthians 2:6-3:4 Every one of us has witnessed the war between two opposite views. Lies, brainwashing, fear, intimidation, bribery, power and control are a way of life. We find ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3, James 1:14-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Church Ought To Make Us Uncomfortable Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 9, 2020

Over the past month and a half, I guess the best one-word description as to how I have been feeling is “uncomfortable.” Covid 19 has made me feel uncomfortable.

Introduction Over the past month and a half, I guess the best one-word description as to how I have been feeling is “uncomfortable.” Covid 19 has made me feel uncomfortable. Anne and I enjoyed going out to eat after church, but recently we have been confided to eating in our car. That is not nearly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Be Strong And Work Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 16, 2019

The people were discouraged at the modest structure of the new Temple as they started rebuilding it. God assured them of His presence, His promise, and His power. The future glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house.

Let’s recap. The Israelites came back from 70-years of captivity in Babylon. • They rebuilt the altar and started work on the Temple but the local Samaritans opposed them (cf. Ezra 3). • They were so discouraged they stopped work for some 16 years. Nothing was done to God’s house while they busy ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9, 1 Peter 2:1-5, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Independent/Bible

His Own Special People - Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 2, 2020

There must be growth in the life of one who professes Christ as their Savior.

(1 Pet 2:9 NKJV) But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; (1 Pet 2:10 NKJV) who once were not a people but are now the people of God, who had not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christian Challenge Sermon Vii: A Lifestyle Consistent With Holiness Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 15, 2020

In times like these, when so many avoid the path of righteousness, mature Christians accept the challenge of living for Jesus a life that is true by avoiding unholy ways and by adopting lifestyles consistent with holiness.

ON BEING IDENTIFIED AS A HOLY PERSON Based on I Peter 2:1-12 We already know that God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12

The Corner Stone Of The Word

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 4, 2019

After revealing the Word was eternal and enduring, Peter challenged the church to abide in the Word - both the written Word and the Living Word.

The Corner Stone of the Word 1 Peter 2: 1-8 We have considered much within the first chapter of Peter’s first epistle. It has been quite encouraging, enlightening, and challenging. We have been reminded of who we are in Christ and some of the responsibilities associated with a proper relationship ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Dead Faith Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Dec 30, 2019

Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, you laid the guilt at the table of brotherhood ...

DEAD FAITH by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid “What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him? If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, And one of you say unto ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18-26, 1 Peter 2:1-12, Colossians 3:9-10, Colossians 3:8, James 3:13, James 1:21, Genesis 2:22-24, Hebrews 11:1-8, Joshua 2:1-7, Philippians 3:14, Genesis 3:4-20, Joshua 2:1-24, Revelation 17:1-18, Joshua 6:12-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

Don’t Look Back: New Year’s Sermon

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 5, 2020

There is a danger in looking back at the past. The New Year’s sermon reminds us not to look back, but to look ahead to the future that is as bright as the promises of God.

Don’t Look Back A New Year’s Sermon Chuck Sligh January 5, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Luke 9:62 – “And Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, Psalm 103:1-14, Ecclesiastes 7:10, 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Separatist?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Mar 6, 2020

This message takes a look at the themes that runs throughout the book of First Peter - separation and suffering.

Are You A Separatist As I was putting together my notes, it brought me back to when I was in grade school. I can remember my teacher, as we were learning how to spell different words, she would say “Sound the word out and then go look it up in the dictionary.” As many times as I sounded the word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Exodus 19:1-6, Colossians 1:12-14, Genesis 3:17, Genesis 2:15, 1 Peter 1:1-3, 1 Peter 1:13-25, 1 Peter 2:1-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Envy

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 14, 2021

Envy is defined as “A feeling of discontentment or resentful longing aroused by someone else's possessions, qualities, or luck.”

Paulo Coelho de Souza, the Brazilian lyricist and novelist once remarked: "The Soul of the World is nourished by people's happiness. And also by unhappiness, envy, and jealousy. To realize one's Personal Legend is a person's only real obligation. All things are one. And, when you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2-3, 1 Peter 2:1-2, Galatians 5:26

Holy Love Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 8, 2021

If you want to be truly restored to fly to new heights of holiness, taste God’s love and crave God’s Word. Then love God’s people with His love.

On June 23, 2001, the Boeing company finished a labor of love—the complete restoration of the last existing 307 Stratoliner. It was the world's first pressurized commercial airliner. A New York company used a vintage loom to reproduce the original Pan Am wall fabric. An interior company put ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25, 1 Peter 2:1-3, Matthew 11:29-30, Romans 2:4, John 3:17, 1 John 4:20, Luke 22:44, Psalm 34:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free