Sermons on Peters Failure:

Miracle Of The Coin Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 4, 2003

A sermon on the miracle of the coin in the fish’s mouth (Outline adapted from Maclaren’s Expositions of Holy Scripture and portions taken from "Peter’s Biggest Fish Story" by Ted Sutherland)

Sermon for 8/3/2003 Matthew 17:24-27 Introduction: False gospels that are not in the New Testament for good reason. One tells of lions and panthers that worshipped baby Jesus and showed Mary and Joseph the way to Egypt and protected them as they came back to Nazareth. The Infancy Gospel of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Case For Christ

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 18, 2009

This is based on Peter’s first sermon in Acts 2, and reveals the evidence and arguments that prove Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. It is an expository sermon. Power Point is available, just e-mail me.

The Case for Christ by Scott R. Bayles, preacher Church of Christ, Freeport, Illinois One day, a handful of Greek men approached Phillip and said, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus” (John 12:21). Seeing Jesus has been on the minds of spiritual seekers ever since. Jesus is the world’s preeminent ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-38

Denomination: Christian Church

Free Refills From God’s Word Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 1, 2010

Peter doubted Jesus when he was asked to put his nets into the deep water. It made no sense. It shouldn’t have worked. But in spite of his doubt, Jesus rewarded Peter. Why?

INTRO: As I was preparing for this month’s sermons on “Free Refills” I remembered an old Gospel hymn. If you know it, sing along if you want to: “Fill my cup Lord, I lift it up Lord Come and quench the thirsting of my soul Bread of heaven fill me til I want no more Fill my cup, fill it up and make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living As Exiles In Babylon: Christians In Culture

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

As we look at 1st Peter chapter 2 and 3, we consider the background of this epistle. Peter wrote his letter to Jewish Christians in the dispersion throughout Asia Minor, in the Roman Empire.

As we look at 1st Peter chapter 2 and 3, we consider the background of this epistle. Peter wrote his letter to Jewish Christians in the dispersion throughout Asia Minor, in the Roman Empire. Jewish Christians were the recipients, but Peter also speaks clearly to the gentile Christians throughout ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28, 1 Peter 2:4-5, John 1:4, 1 Corinthians 15:45, 1 Peter 2:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

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

A Hope That Is Alive Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 26, 2025

This sermon breaks down 1 Peter 1:3 to explain the powerful and secure hope Christians have.

Introduction: The World's Hope Brothers and sisters, think for a moment about the word "hope." In our world, hope is often a fragile thing. We hope we get the job. We hope the medical tests come back negative. We hope our children make good choices. This is a hope based on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Abram In Egypt Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 5, 2004

Our account of Abram’s life shows how God cares about us individually. We discover that God patiently loves us in spite of our failures and often-weak faith. We learn of: 1) the famine--a time of testing; 2) Abram’s “solution” which resulted in failure

“Abram in Egypt” Genesis 12:10-13:4 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Our account of Abram’s life shows how God cares about us individually. We see this in Abram’s misguided trip to Egypt. We discover that God patiently loves us in spite of our failures ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Do You Love Me

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 14, 2014

Peter had denied Jesus three times. Jesus asks Peter is he truly loved him. Jesus may need to ask us the same thing. Peter didn't love Jesus as much as he thought he did. Do we love Jesus as much as we think we do?

“DO YOU LOVE ME?” John 21:15-23 1) “Do you love me?” (15-17). The charcoal fire connection in 21:9. It is interesting that the Greek word for charcoal fire is found in only two places in the New Testament. Here in this story where Jesus is cooking fish for the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why The Church Matters Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Do you remember the story about The Three Little Pigs? The first little pig built his house out of straw. The second little pig built his house out of sticks. And the third little pig worked hard and labored diligently as he built his house out of brick.

What would things look like if Satan really took control of a city? If Satan took over a city, all the bars would be closed, pornography banished, and the city streets would be pristine with people who smiled at one another. There would be no swearing. The children would say “Yes, sir” and “No, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: Approved By God Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jun 24, 2014

Peter's Pentecost sermon explains the determined purpose and foreknowledge of God in Christ's Life, Death, and resurrection

“Jesus: Approved by God” Acts 2:22-24 We have been looking at the day of Pentecost, the day that THE CHURCH was baptized with the Holy Spirit and placed into union with one another and with Christ. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and became a powerful force for the spreading of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Failing Forward Series

Contributed by Bryan Moore on Jun 13, 2005

As part of the Series, Strengthening Our Families, this sermon was aimed at graduates and youth on how to handle our failures and to embrace God’s unconditional love for us.

FAILING FORWARD Luke 15: 11-24 Rev. Bryan Moore Fordtown Baptist Church Kingsport, Tennessee May 15, 2005 Graduates Sunday INTRODUCTION A.) The title for this morning’s sermon, Failing Forward, comes from a book written by former preacher and leadership expert, John Maxwell. The full title of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Can God Really Use Your Life?

Contributed by Dr. Steve Newton on Nov 24, 2017

Do you feel like God cant use you? Your feelings are deceiving. Take a look at some of the individuals God has used to accomplish His will.

CAN GOD REALLY USE YOUR LIFE? Acts 9:1-6 (keep your bibles open here) 9 And Saul, yet breathing out threatenings and slaughter against the disciples of the Lord, went unto the high priest, 2 And desired of him letters to Damascus to the synagogues, that if he found any of this way, whether they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6, Acts 9:10-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Task Unfinished

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

Finishing the Task God has set for us - evangelising the world. Learning the lessons from the failure of the Israelites to complete the task set for them.

A Task Unfinished – Judg 2:1-15 I want to take a poll this morning. - How many of you regularly start one book and then pick up another before you finish it. - How many of you have a little project at home which has been sitting there waiting to be finished. It may be a cross stitch that ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Transgression Confession And Accession

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

When we go before the Father to confess our sins, our failures and weaknesses, we are admitting that we are human and in need of forgiveness.

Becoming a Born-Again Christian and experiencing the transforming power of God’s forgiveness in salvation requires you to repent of your sins, confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead. The Bible tells us that "it is with your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:10, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Necessity Of Forgetfulness

Contributed by Steven Shubert on Aug 5, 2004

Loss of memory has been often been looked at as a weakness, a failure; however, in our walk with Christ, forgetfulness is often an absolute necessity.

The Necessity of Forgetfulness Phil. 3:13 Luke 9:62 1) Introduction a) We have often maligned forgetfulness, as being a weakness, a problem area, and it is true that, often, being unable to remember can be a frustration to us. However, there is a time when forgetfulness becomes an absolute ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Pentecostal