Sermons on Peter David:

Coming To Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

Andrew’s witness to Peter and Philip’s witness to Nathanael provide rich lessons for effective evangelism.

Coming to Jesus Fortifying the Foundations #4 John 1:35-52 3-21-03 Intro: We come to a passage this morning that is full of instruction on coming to Jesus and leading others to Christ. How do we interact with people so that they can come to the Lord? How does the Lord deal with us and with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37, John 1:35-52

Denomination: Charismatic

The Scoffers And The Ten Virgins

Contributed by Gordon Ross on Jan 19, 2003

A message on the return of Christ referencing the scoffers of 2 Peter 3 and also the 10 virgins of Matthew 25.

2 Peter 3:1-9 Introduction: A.To study or preach on future events should inspire us toward lives of purity and Godliness B. It should also make us aware of the godlessness of our times. The Scoffers of the Last Days A. Just look around at those who make light of sin and salvation through the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-9, Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Way It Should Be

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 8, 2003

With the end of the age at hand, Peter gives us important steps to take for the Church to be ready for the return of Christ.

IN REGARDS TO TODAY’S MODERN CHURCH, EUGENE PETERSON, IN HIS BOOK "A LONG OBEDIENCE IN THE SAME DIRECTION" WRITES, “IT IS NOT DIFFICULT IN OUR WORLD TO GET A PERSON INTERESTED IN THE MESSAGE OF THE GOSPEL; IT IS TERRIFICALLY DIFFICULT TO SUSTAIN THE INTEREST. MILLIONS OF PEOPLE IN OUR CULTURE MAKE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Faith's Famous Four Words

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 17, 2003

A Sermon for the 14th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 19 Peter telling Jesus he is the Christ

14th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 19 Mark 8:27-38 "Faith’s Famous Four Words"   27 ¶ And Jesus went on with his disciples, to the villages of Caesarea Philippi; and on the way he asked his disciples, "Who do men say that I am?" 28 And they told him, "John the Baptist; and others say, Elijah; and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran

"What's Stopping You?"

Contributed by Alan Chandler on Feb 19, 2002

Looking at what the Spirit did for Peter at Pentecost, can encourage us to accomplish great things for God!

"WHAT’S STOPPING YOU?" Acts 2: 14-41 I) Intro: A) Obstacles into Opportunities (Local illustrations work best) II) Text: (Joke about length…remember the text is a sermon) A) Recap 1) Spirit came upon them / other tongues 2) Being made fun of B) Peter Defends position 1) Not drunk… 2) Uses text ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41, Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Methodist

Now Act Like It! Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 14, 2001

Having spelled out the benefits of salvation, Peter calls on the Church to act like the special people they are.

Now Act like It! Text: 1 Peter 1:13-2:3 Introduction The Owner’s Manual of my car gives special instructions for the type of fuel & oil and how to operate my vehicle Now I can operate my car without following the guidelines in the owners manual but I do so at my own peril. The Bible is the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Speaking The Truth In Love Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2002

Paul’s conflict with Peter serves as a model for dealing with controversy. A look at both the source and soloution to conflict.

Introduction: Two men who lived in a small village got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So they decided to talk to the town sage. The first man went to the sage’s home and told his version of what happened. When he finished, the sage said, "You’re absolutely right." The next ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21, Galatians 2:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Characteristics Of The Last Day's Church

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jul 19, 2001

BASED ON 1 PETER 4:7-16, WHAT CHARACTERISTICS SHOULD MARK THE CHURCH IN THE LAST DAYS?

SPIRITUAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE LAST DAYS CHURCH 1 PETER 4:7-16 & REVELATION 3:7-22 I. LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS A. Spiritually speaking many people have no perception of the time we are in 1-as a kid I thought my parents had been around forever, I couldn’t comprehend them being kids 2-when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-16, Revelation 3:7-22

Denomination: Church Of God

The Irresistible Husband Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 8, 2005

We can be irresistible to our wives if we we do what Peter calles us to do!

INTRODUCTION SLIDE # 1 „X Men, how many of us still look like we did when we first caught, attracted our spouses? „X I know that we look in the mirror and think we still look great. Not all of us do. „X What makes husband attractive to his wife? The physical appearance sometimes gets the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Sure Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jan 10, 2005

Peter urges believers to make their election sure by understanding their salvation by grace, and by adding 8 virtues to their lives.

2 PETER 1 V1-11 MAKE SURE What were your school reports like? Did you ever have these words written about you by a teacher “Great potential but lazy.” I never had the words “great potential” but I may well have had the word “lazy” written on a few occasions. But far more importantly would those ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

It's Time To Get Up Off Your Knees

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 13, 2002

Peter and Paul admonish new Christians as new born babies to get up off their knees and grow.

“It’s Time to Get Off Your Knees” -Disciples are Christians on the Grow- I Peter 2:2-3 I Corinthians 3:1-9 The Apostles Peter and Paul give persuasive advice on Christian growth and maturity. Peter describes the process of spirituality in I Peter 2:2-3. Just as a newborn baby has an unending ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Memories

Contributed by Rick Bennett on Apr 1, 2003

Memories are powerful reminders of our past both good and bad. Peter deals with his memories of denial.

Memories • This is a time of daily memory making for me…..Tyler last night. • Memories are one of the most conflicted parts of our existence. • Good memories/bad memories • There are some we wish we could just forget • Was this Paul’s thorn? • Breaking the very heart of God (you call me preacher, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Foundation For My Hope Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2006

The first of a five part series from 1 Peter that deals with how to find hope for our lives.

We live in a world that desperately needs some hope: • Hurricanes and earthquakes • Threat of terrorist attacks • Rising energy prices that threaten our economy and our own personal finances • Increasing crime • Bird flu pandemic In a world like that people look for hope in all kinds of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Hope For My Home Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2006

Third in a five part series from 1 Peter that addresses how to find hope for our lives.

In a September 2004 survey, the Barna Group found the following results: • Of those over 18 who have been married, 35% have been divorced • 7% of all who have been married have been divorced multiple times • Among born-again Christians the statistics are virtually identical, even when divorces that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Hope When Life Is Unfair Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2006

Fourth of a five part series from 1 Peter that addresses how to find hope in our lives.

Life is unfair: • Company goes bankrupt and you lose your job • Invest your money with the Baptist Foundation and you lose much of your life’s savings. • A hurricane or an earthquake hits and you lose all your possessions • A loved one dies or gets seriously ill Read 1 Peter 3:14-17 "Most people, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist