Sermons on Peters Fall:

Grace By Association - 1 Peter 4:12-16 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 2, 2025

The gospel is about grace by association - receiving favor from God solely because of association with Christ. And that involves suffering.

1 Peter 4:12 Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. 13 But rejoice to the degree that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 14 If you are insulted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-16

The Politics Of Praise - 1 Peter 2:13-17 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 18, 2024

Your placement in the world’s authority structure is a good thing – God’s perfect design. This message will help you appreciate the blessing of your earthly authorities.

1 Peter 2:13 Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is God's will that by doing good you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Spirit Powers - 1 Peter 3:18-22 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 24, 2025

What happened when Jesus confronted the most powerful evil spirits after his resurrection?

1 Peter 3:13 Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? 14 But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened." 15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

A Comprehensive Study On Salvation And The Authority, Promises, Privileges, Rights, And Eternal Destiny Of Every Born-Again Christian - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 1, 2025

What a person believes about God is the most important thing contained in their mind. It affects everything about them. Specifically, what they believe about God shapes them spiritually, emotionally, and physically.

Far too many people feel God is remote, impersonal, and unknowable. Because of that, many Christians suffer from an inability to feel forgiven and live with nagging doubts and fears about their relationship with Him. Failure to love and trust God often comes from picturing God as unlovable and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 John 2:19-20, Hebrews 6:9, Philippians 1:6, Titus 2:11-12, Mark 8:35, Titus 3:3-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chasing Harmony - 1 Peter 3:11-12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 22, 2025

How do you find peace in a contentious relationship?

1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble. 9 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. 10 For, "Whoever would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:11-12

Abc - The Building Blocks Of Faith - Corruption Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 8, 2024

God creation was perfect until humanity decided it wanted to be God.

Today we continue our series entitled, The ABC’s of faith. The larger idea is based on the idea that we learn over time through an exploration process of success and failure. Everything we come to know and understand is built over time on the foundation of trial and error. We learned last week, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19, Romans 8:19-21, Romans 5:12, 1 Timothy 2:14, Romans 5:12-21, 1 Corinthians 15:22, John 7:17, Ephesians 5:18, John 16:7, Acts 1:4-8, Revelation 22:3, Galatians 6:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking With God In An Age Of Apostasy Series

Contributed by Matt Skiles on Jul 4, 2023

In the last days people will fall away from faith, be seduced by false spirits, listen to doctrines of devils--they will be deceived.

1 Timothy 4:1-3-Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; 2 Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; 3 Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-3, 2 Timothy 4:10, John 6:66, Hebrews 3:12, 2 Timothy 2:15, Romans 10:17, 2 Timothy 4:1-4, 2 Thessalonians 2:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Cock Crew..." By Dr. Winson Butler (Drbutler2@bellsouth.net)

Contributed by Winson Butler on Feb 22, 2005

Remember, it’s not what you have, it’s what you do with what you have that makes all the difference. The little rooster’s voice was all it took to convict Peter. Let’s examine it together!

Introduction With Easter only a few weeks away, it helps to remind ourselves of all that Jesus did and gave for us that we might have and enjoy eternal life. There’s is something though I think we often overlook and it’s usually the "Little Things" that happen behind the scenes that can ...read more

Scripture: John 18:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

What Shall We Do Now, Lord?

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 25, 2008

Message calling all believers to action; to move forward in servitude and stop delaying.

What shall we do now, Lord? 2 Peter 1:12-21 Introduction - Today, I want to discuss an important message from Peter; a man who always served - Peter was a servant because Jesus restored him (feed/sheep); we need restoration!! - Because of the life we have led before; we must spend remainder ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Walks On The Water Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 10:The Great Commission - Jesus walks on Water, and calls out to Peter...

The Great Commission Part 10 – Jesus Walks on Water Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org : www.TruthDigest.org ANNOUNCEMENTS Mar 16th Morning Service Palm Sunday – Special Service that morning (not series) Mar 24th – 28th 7:00PM Week of Renewal – “Discover your Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:24-33

Denomination: Bible Church

Is That Your Final Answer?

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 25, 2008

A sermon for the fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, focused on Peter’s confession of Jesus as the Messiah.

One of the most popular game shows in recent years, if not all-time, is Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? When the show first came out, it was hosted by well-known television personality Regis Philbin. Now, in syndication, its host is The Today Show’s Meredith Vieira. Regardless of host, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

Lord, Is It I?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 18, 2009

Judas teaches us how unbelief works. Peter teaches us how faith is challenged and recovers.

Lord, is it I? John 13:18-30 A kindergarten teacher was observing her classroom of children while they drew. She would occasionally walk around to see each child’s art work. As she came to one little girl who was working diligently, she asked what the drawing was. The girl replied, “I’m ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tale Of Two Failures Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 31, 2010

JESUS CAME TO DEAL WITH THE PROBLEM OF SIN, BUT SOME FOLLOWERS NEVER FACE ITS REALITY AND THEREFORE FAIL TO DISCOVER VICTORY.

Sin: That Nasty Three Letter Word The Tale of Two Failures How Two People Handled Their Failure With Jesus For some of us this innocent picture of a bar of soap brings back some horrible memories. Many of us can remember what it was like to get caught saying one of those nasty words we had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

You Know What Happened After Jesus’ Baptism

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 9, 2011

You Know What Happened After Jesus’ Baptism 1) Marvel at Jesus’ love for all. 2) Reflect Jesus’ love for all.

I’m sure it’s happened to you. You’ve borrowed a DVD from the library and you invest forty-five minutes in that movie when it stops, skips, and then goes back to the beginning. In spite of your best efforts you can’t get the movie to advance properly. It looks like it’s going to be another movie ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-38

Denomination: Lutheran

The Story Must Change (2) - Power Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Jul 23, 2014

God is interested in changing people's conditions but they should first of all, change themselves by resolving to obey Him first.

THE STORY MUST CHANGE (2) - POWER OF OBEDIENCE LUKE 5:1-8 God is interested in changing people's conditions but they should first of all, change themselves by resolving to obey Him first. Many a times, we think that our task is difficult but the most difficult task is not doing what we supposed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-8

Denomination: Anglican