Sermons on Peter:

Peter And Paul And Their Church-Building Witness

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 14, 2023

There's much to learn about building on the Foundation that is Christ, and Peter and Paul teach us much.

Saturday of the 32nd Week in Course 2023 Today we celebrate an anniversary that is important to the Catholic Church, with readings that should speak to all Christians. The anniversary is of the dedication of the Basilica of Ss. Peter and Paul in Rome, which is atop Vatican Hill and contains the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Acts 28:11-31, Psalm 98:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

1 Peter 3:8-12 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 20, 2023

In today's study, the Apostle Peter reminds us to live in love and harmony with one another. He tells us that not only will we be blessed if we live this way, but also that when we live this way, the Lord is with us and not against us.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/RjS4qkjYuA0 For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/0FbGGwtQCEDCesaQaLWeBD?si=14f602ebe7054bba 1 Peter 3:8-12 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12, Matthew 5:38-41, Psalm 34:12-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

1 Peter 4:1-11 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 5, 2023

In today's study Peter talks about the need to remain faithful to God despite suffering for His name, and to turn away from sin. He also talks about how to respond to false accusation on account of our faith.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/Z7bnA6tc8qM For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kgd1x0uLSFIjohFWf1IFC?si=i9GTLVQrQVG3FU8vxbfIbw 1 Peter 4:1-6 Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11, 1 Peter 3:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peter Teaches Us To Walk On Water

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 11, 2023

Peter's attempt at walking on water shows us two powerful lessons about our own faith!

FAITH REQUIRES FEARLESSNESS! FAITH CALLS FOR US TO PUT AWAY OUR FEARS AND TO EMBRACE RADICAL OBEDIENCE SO THAT WE CAN TAKE OUR FIRST STEPS AWAY FROM “SELF” AND HEAD IN THE DIRECTION GOD WANTS TO LEADS US. FAITH EXPECTS US TO ABANDON SELF, HUMAN UNDERSTANDING, LOGIC, DOUBT, AND DISTRACTIONS. OUR ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Hebrews 1:11, Jeremiah 32:27, Hebrews 13:5, Exodus 3:14, 1 John 1:9, Luke 19:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

1 Peter 4:12-19 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 14, 2023

In today's study Peter talks about what our response to suffering should be, and how we should rejoice and glorify God in the midst of all our trials

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – 1 Peter 4:12-19 For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – 1 Peter 4:12-19 1 Peter 4:12-16 12 Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; 13 but rejoice to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19, Luke 12:48, Luke 19:26, Mark 10:28, Proverbs 11:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

1 Peter 5:1-14 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 21, 2023

In today's study, Peter exhorts Pastors to carry out their God-given responsibilities faithfully and sincerely. He goes on to encourage submission and humility in the church, and to be aware of the wiles of the enemy, and finally reminding us that God will see us through any suffering we face.

For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/CpKqfExuYbY For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/32bqojNlaSd5pTNHf2gfL9?si=a5a5d23b31a743d4 1 Peter 5:1-4 The elders who are among you I exhort, I who am a fellow elder and a witness of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14, Romans 8:18, James 1:12, Ephesians 6:12, 1 Kings 19:14, 1 Kings 19:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Character Study Of Peter (Simon Cephas) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Peter’s life is a story of transformation. He went from being an impulsive fisherman to a fearless apostle who helped establish the early church. Despite his weaknesses, God’s grace empowered him to fulfil his divine calling.

CHARACTER STUDY OF PETER (SIMON CEPHAS) – LEADER OF THE APOSTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 16:16-19 "And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." (Matthew 16:18) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-19, John 1:42, Luke 5:4-11, Matthew 14:28-31, Acts 2:14-41, Acts 10:9-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Eldership - 1 Peter 5:1 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 7, 2025

Different denominations have different traditions about what the elders' job description should be. But there shouldn't be differing traditions. Peter makes it very clear.

Churches are to be elder-led. The term elder refers to a position of authority and leadership, but elders should work with congregations in major decisions like a husband with his wife. Elders should be nominated by the people and appointed by the other elders. The elder takes over the roles of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1

Solemnity Of Saints Peter And Paul, Apostles

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 22, 2025

Paul’s sense of being captured by Christ defined his spiritual experience. Peter understands his error when a vision enlightens him to a fundamental truth: that which has been purified by God cannot be called "profane" by anyone.

At the narrowest part of the strait of Gibraltar, where two land masses meet (Africa and Europe, at the mouth of the Med), there are cliffs called the “Pillars of Hercules.” It was the end of the known world. On the old coins of Spain were depicted the two pillars of Hercules, with the Latin motto, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Catholic

Peter Explains Gentiles Coming To Faith Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 31, 2022

This sermon of Peter in Acts 11 is the mark of victory for grace of the Lord Jesus. The Pentecost experience happened three times. It happened in Act chapter 2 with the Jews. It happened in Acts chapter 8 with the Samaritans. Now in Acts Chapter 10 with the Gentiles.

Context of Peters message Acts 10 explains the events of what makes up Peter’s Acts 11 message. The news about Cornelius travelled fast and in no time the leaders in Jerusalem wanted an explanation from Peter what was happening in Caesarea. Peter himself knew he was breaking Hebrew traditions by ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

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.

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Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

A Fisherman's Confession Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on May 23, 2009

What does it mean to confess Christ? Is it a onetime event? It certainly wasn’t in Peter’s life. Peter’s confession involved proclamation, preparation, examination and restoration. The fact is that confessing Christ is a life-long commitment. Are you

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com We talk about confessing Christ all the time. Well, what does that mean? Romans 10:9-10 says, “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Part 7 - Jesus Calls Simon Peter Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007

A closer look at the calling of one of the Disciples, Simon Peter.

The Commission Part 6 –Jesus Calls First Disciples Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus’ Ministry † Jesus was Baptized, receiving the Holy Spirit † Jesus was tempted, and led by His Spirit, not His ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Bible Church

1st Peter 1:1-5 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on May 30, 2023

This is the first of 12 Studies on the Book of 1st Peter.

Study # 1 - 1 Peter 1:1-5 For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – https://youtu.be/lBQfytROjTU For the Audio Version on Spotify, click here – https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dWXrSE4U9noY50lYZ1ebE?si=c65de374fd9b4baf 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5, John 1:14, John 3:1-21, John 14:1, John 14:27, John 15:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Is The Promise Of His Coming?

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 27, 2021

2 Peter 3

WHERE IS THE PROMISE OF HIS COMING? (2 PETER 3) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_en Grammar Bible (English) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Bah Tatabahasa Alkitab (Indonesian) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Esp Biblia de Gramática (Spanish) https://bible.ryl.hk/web_Tag Gramatika Bibliya ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible