Sermons on Peter And Judas:

Confirmation

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 14, 2002

Jesus asks his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" At a young person’s confirmation s/he has the opportunity to say with Peter, "You are the Christ."

Confirmation Sunday Matthew 16:13-18 19 May 2002 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" And they said, "Some say John the Baptist, but others Elijah, and still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." He said ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

"Building Spiritual Muscle"

Contributed by Brad King on Feb 15, 2008

We can gain strength and build spiritual muscle through study and application of God’s Word. Peter exhorts us to grow by the Word of God, but how does this happen?

Peter exhorts the people that God’s Word is edifying for life and learning. He encourages his readers to build their spiritual muscle through study and application of biblical truth. We can build strength through the Bible. When can we build strength by the Word? 1 Peter 1:24-2:3 4 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Should I Live My Life In Fear And Reverence Of God? Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008

The Apostle Peter in this passage is reminding those believers to whom he is writing to be sure live there lives in fear and reverence of God; likewise we will also today learn that same lesson.

Why Should I live My life in Fear and Reverence of God? 1 Peter 1:17-21 Introduction Too many Christians of our day seem to be totally unconcerned with the need to be “conformed to the image of Christ” as Romans 8: 29 speaks of. Rather, they seem to think that they can live pretty much as they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Carrying On The Ministry Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2010

Peter brings a woman back to life in a manner that is reminiscent of Jesus' healing ministry. The followers of Jesus are called to continue Jesus' ministry--to heal and proclaim the good news of salvation.

Acts 9:36-43 “Carrying On the Ministry” INTRODUCTION It is interesting to observe children (and some adults) at Christmas time when presents are opened. Even in this depressed economy, our gift giving in abundant. Children have the pleasure of opening several gifts—great ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Lutheran

Resisting Grace Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Nov 21, 2010

In this message, part 14 in the series Love Never Dies, Dave sees in Peter's resistance to Christ washing his feet a resistance that we all have to receiving grace and love.

Resisting Grace Love Never Dies, prt. 14 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers July 11, 2010 The longer I do counseling and the more I come to learn about people, the more I believe that what is most deeply wrong with us as human beings is that we chronically resist grace. We chronically turn ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Servant King

Contributed by David Moore on Jan 9, 2009

This is an overview of the gospel of Mark, with particular emphasis upon Jesus’ work in Mark, Peter and others. It shows that fears and failing need not be fatal, and that redemption and restoration are central to God’s plan.

The Servant King Text: Mark 10:45 Introduction: When I was not long saved, my wife, who was no relation at the time, gave me a little book by John Blanchard called, “Read, Mark, Learn.” by John Blanchard. It was really a book for new Christians, and I can tell you I enjoyed reading through the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:45

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Price Really Right? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006

When it comes to marketing Christianity, Peter had it all wrong. But he tells it as it is, and maybe we need to refresh our memories: Christianity is not a bed of roses –not yet.

Is the Price Really Right? (I Peter 4:1-6) 1. Back in 1889, Sid and Leah’s bull took sick and died, so they needed to go to the auction to buy a new one. Sid couldn’t leave the farm because he was busy starting a farming equipment business, so Leah took the train to the city to buy a bull. If she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Suffering Reduces Sin Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 7, 2007

The Apostle Peter shows us that when we work through suffering in a godly way, those habits and sins we cannot rid ourselves of, start to fade away.

What is the thing that Americans fear the most? It is not taxes, or speaking in public, or even death…no. What Americans fear the most is – suffering. It can all be summed up when a loved one dies and death comes quickly to them. What do we say? At least they didn’t suffer….. Americans fear ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judgment: Hell In A Handbasket

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 21, 2007

The Apostle Peter reassures us: There will be a final judgment. Also we look at the reality of hell, and why people refuse to believe in it - SIN, they want to justify their sin. See sermon for details......

A little note about the sermon title: I had a little boy say outloud "Hell In A Handbasket". His mom said sternly: "Where did you hear such a thing?" "I was just reading the sermon title mommy". Maybe I should have gone with my alternate title: H. E. double toothpicks. An old sourdough [that’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Return Of Jesus: It's The End Of The World As We Know It

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 21, 2007

The Apostle Peter is clear - The return of Jesus is very real. Though nuts try to name the day, though the world mocks us, Jesus is returning - so live like it.

Cecil B. DeMille was making one of his great epic movies. He had 6 cameras at various points to pick up the overall action and 5 other cameras set up to film plot developments involving major characters. The large cast had begun rehearsing the scene at 6am and they went through it four times. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Be God

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jul 10, 2007

How do you respond to God? Do you "bless" Him? What does that mean? Join Pastor Steve as he explains the meaning of 1 Peter 1:3.

Peter tells his readers to “Bless” God. That phrase is very similar to what we saw in our study of Psalm 103:1-4, where David said: “Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing In God’s Grace Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 31, 2011

Even though the focal verse of this sermon is: 2 Peter 3:18 - the outline comes from Ephasians 4:22-24. Throw off the old - put on the new.

Growing In God’s Grace Our focus verse for today is found in Second Peter chapter three verse eighteen. Please follow along with me as I read: “Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and forever. Amen.” 2 Peter 3:18 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Santified In The Lord - Get In The Boat Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 17, 2011

Peter’s theme throughout the 1st book is one of suffering. We continue in this difficult passage as a part of the whole. Learn what it is to be Sanctified in the LORD and in the 'same boat'.

2011.01.16b.Sermon Sanctified in the LORD (part 2) 1 Peter 3:13-22 Peter’s message on suffering and the hope of our faith continues as a theme throughout the first book. This passage is a difficult passage to traverse without keeping in mind this theme. Last time: 1 Peter 3:8-15 Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 28, 2017

“He said to them, ‘but who do you say that I am?’ Simon Peter replied, ‘You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.’” (Matt. 16:15-16)

Introduction: The life of a believer is often compared to the construction of a building in Scripture. The most important part of the building is the foundation and a weak or wrong foundation will only lead to the collapse of the building. It is not wise to build a house on a wrong foundation ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10, Romans 12:1-8, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Highest Kind Of Love

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Feb 5, 2019

One day Jesus was eating with his disciples, and he asked this question to Peter, he said; “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?”

Peter responded and said; “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you” (John 21:15). The word love which Jesus included in his question is translated from the Greek Word Agape and it means self giving love, the love which one sacrifices himself in place of another. This love means that you put ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15, John 3:16, Hebrews 2:7-8

Denomination: Charismatic