Sermon Archive

1 Peter 1:22-2:3

Peter gives believers two clear commands: love one another deeply and crave the Word of God. The same Word that gave us new life is the Word that continues to grow us—and it calls us to a sacrificial love for the family of God. When everything around us fades, God’s Word endures forever.

1 Peter 1:13-21

Holiness isn’t something we achieve to earn our place with God—it flows from who we already are in Christ. In 1 Peter 1:13–21, Peter gives us a blueprint for pursuing holiness: prepare our minds, live differently as God’s children, and remember the priceless redemption we have through Jesus. Because Christ has made us holy, we can learn to live holy lives that reflect the character of our Father.

1 Peter 1:6-12

Trials are never easy, but they are not wasted. In 1 Peter 1, we see how God uses hardship to strengthen our faith, remind us of the priceless salvation we have in Jesus, and prepare us for the glory that is still to come. Because we know the outcome, we can walk through trials with hope, trusting that God is at work in us even when life is hard.

1 Peter 1:3-5

In 1 Peter 1:3–5, Peter calls suffering believers to praise—not because life is easy, but because of what God has secured for them through Jesus. Our hope is alive, our inheritance is secure, and we are guarded by God’s power. Because of the risen Christ, even in seasons of hardship and uncertainty, we have every reason to praise.

1 Peter 1:1-2

Before life gets hard, we need to remember who we are.

In 1 Peter 1:1–2, we’re reminded that followers of Jesus are exiles in this world—but we are also God’s chosen people. The Father chose us, the Spirit set us apart, and Jesus bought us with His blood.

We are not defined by how the world receives us, but by the God who chose us. When hardship comes, we can hold tightly to Him, knowing we belong to Him and are secure in His grace.

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Vision Sunday is a chance to celebrate what God has done, look ahead with faith, and remember the mission He has given us: Raising up disciples who surrender their lives to Jesus.

Through generous giving, intentional ministry, missions, and everyday obedience, God is changing lives. And every one of us has a part to play.

How is God calling me to help make the mission happen?