Sermons on Peter Not The Builder:

Peter Confesses Jesus As The Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 20, 2014

In this lesson we learn the significance of confessing Jesus as the Christ.

Scripture For the past 20 months we have been studying the life of Jesus as it has been recorded in the Gospel of Luke. Recently we invited friends and guests to our Easter Service by asking the question, “Why did Easter change history?” Today’s text is especially appropriate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Peter Got Hungry

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 5, 2015

God went to great lengths to bring together Cornelius and Peter. On this meeting hinged the salvation of all the world. With the “keys” of his Apostolic ministry, Peter opened the gates, not realizing that billions of people would enter.

WHEN PETER GOT HUNGRY Acts 10:1-48 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Things are going badly for Israel. The economy is in a tail spin, inflation is getting higher and immigrants are flooding in from all over. Problems, problems, problems, but what to do? 2. So the Knesset holds a special session to come ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Predicted ... Peter Stumbled Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 1, 2013

While Jesus is before the Sanhedrin Peter is also facing a trial. He does not do very well and Jesus looks directly at him. What will Jesus do?

Message Matthew 26:69-75 Jesus Predicted ... Peter Stumbled How many times have we been in a situation where we have wanted a second chance? Someone doing an important exam … and just miss one small point that causes the whole exam to be a failure. Can’t I have a second chance? Trying out for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Baptist

When Peter Died To Self

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 7, 2013

Jacob had his Jabbok, Abraham had his Mt. Moriah, Paul had his Damascus road and Peter had his encounter with Jesus on the Sea of Galilee's shores. That's where Peter began a new life living solely for Christ.

WHEN PETER DIED TO SELF Jn. 21:1-8,14-22. INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Agatha Longworth, age 78 and rather deaf, had a tendency to shout when she went to the Catholic confessional. 2. When the priest, Father Leo Dankin, asked her to speak more quietly, since everyone in the church could hear, she ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Peter's Exhortation On Preparing For Suffering Series

Contributed by Tony Fox on Apr 22, 2016

Will there come a time in America when Christians' faith will literally be on trial in courts of law? If you doubt it, you're wrong. We are living in the beginning of those times. What should we do? See what Peter wrote to the strangers scattered abroad.

Faith on Trial Ready to Answer… April 17, 2016, a.m. (1Peter 3:13-17) Command Baptist Church And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good? But and if ye suffer for righteousness 'sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Transformation Possible: The Transformation Of Peter Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 26, 2016

The Apostle Peter experienced many transformations during his life, but the most profound transformation was from failure to faith. This sermon reflects on Peter's denial of Christ in the courtyard.

Let’s talk about transformation. Merrian-Webster defines transformation as “a complete or major change in someone's or something's appearance, form, etc.” Transformation is at the heart of our Christian faith, isn’t it? Don’t we believe that Jesus Christ came into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Methodist

1 Peter 3:15

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 5, 2017

This is a sermon on 1 Peter 3:15 and the need for Scripture memorization in order to be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have in Jesus Christ.

Please open your Bibles to 1 Peter 3:8-18 which we will read in a few minutes. Suffering for doing good NIV Suffering for righteousness’ sake ESV When you are wronged ISV Suffering for doing right NRSV/CEV To be sure, no one likes suffering. Suffering is unpleasant. We usually think of suffering ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4, John 15:5-8, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Peter Fails, But Grace Avails.

Contributed by John Colbert on Aug 4, 2015

The sermons that I have listed are 30 to 40 minute sermons. I have only listed the points and a couple of comments under each point of each sermon to give the preacher a remembrance which the Holy Spirit can lead on and speak through the man of God.

Peter fails, but Grace avails. Matthew 14:28 and Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water. (Matthew 14:23-31) In these verses we see a beautiful word picture of Peter walking by faith and not by sight. Peter here is stepping out of his safe zone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Peter - The Man That Walked On Water.

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 18, 2020

Peter, one of the apostles of Christ measures the life of many believers today. He made mistakes, failed a couple of times and succeeded in other areas. Let us learn from his life.

TEXT: Matthew 14:26-31 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear. But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid. And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:26-31, Luke 5:1-10, John 18:25-27, Acts 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Publicly Reinstates Peter

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on May 6, 2019

When Jesus reinstated Peter, he expected more from Peter but accepted less.

Jesus revealed himself to seven of His disciples who were fishing in the Sea of Tiberias more commonly known as the Sea of Galilee. For most of us a remote lake with a special fishing hole is a comforting scene. The kind of place we might expect to see Jesus or feel his presence. The kind of ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Lutheran

The Cross Through The Eyes Of Peter

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 17, 2013

This is a dramatized sermon that focuses on the Apostle Peter in his early days with Jesus.

Note: This was as the beginning of a sermon series called "The Cross Through Many Eyes". It is a combination of Scripture and drama, written for one key actor, and two readers, who alternate reading the Scripture vignettes. The Scriptures are a combination of NIV and The Message paraphrase by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peter: A Case Study On Backsliding Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

Through Peter’s story, we will examine the causes of backsliding, the dangers it poses, and the pathway to restoration. His journey teaches us that anyone can fall but also that God’s mercy is available for restoration.

PETER: A CASE STUDY ON BACKSLIDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 22:54-62 Supporting Texts: Matthew 26:31-35, John 21:15-17, 1 Corinthians 10:12, Hebrews 10:38, 2 Peter 3:17 INTRODUCTION Backsliding is a spiritual decline where a believer moves away from their faith, devotion, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62, Matthew 26:31-35, John 21:15-17, 1 Corinthians 10:12, Hebrews 10:38, 2 Peter 3:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Outline Of Book: 1 Peter Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 4, 2022

Peter encourages the scattered Christians in their persecution to fear God and love others. There are several appeals to the reader to remember your salvation.

Rejoice in Suffering for Christ Chapter 1 Remember you salvation in Christ Peter encourages his readers in their persecution to fear God and love others. There are several appeals to the reader to remember your salvation. Vs. 1-2 Peter addresses his readers and states his purpose is to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Peter: An Unfaithful And A Forgiven Man

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 4, 2025

Peter was a prominent Apostle who had a very close relationship with Jesus. He promised to be faithful to Jesus, even willing to die with Him. But then, Peter denied Jesus three times. How could he do that?

Let’s read Mark 14:66-72. I don't know how you feel when you just read the story of Peter's denial of Jesus. While preparing for this sermon, I felt sad, surprised, and disappointed in Peter. Why is that? Two weeks ago, we discussed how the relationship between a rabbi and his students was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peter's Call Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 28, 2025

Peter's Call

Acts 9:32 - 43 Peter's Call Peter's Triumphs - 1. Over the Powerless - The Reason for Peter's Call His Person - 32 And it came to pass, as Peter passed throughout all quarters, he came down also to the saints which dwelt at Lydda. His Persuasion - 33 And there he found a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Holiness