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1 Peter is a letter written to be shared with all Christians in the early years of the church in a time of great persecution. Peter walked with Jesus, learned from Jesus, and launched the movement of the church. This letter helps us find hope in the midst of suffering, inspiration to live distinctly as followers of Jesus, and find purpose when we are pushed on every side to give up or conform. This week, we explore 1 Peter 1:1-12 ESV and the Living Hope that fuels our endurance in suffering. Speaker: Michae Bayne Text: 1 Peter 1:1-12 ESV

Phase 1: The Garden of Eden ( Gen 1:26; 2:17 ) God's policies were minimal and simple: ( 1 ) have children, ( 2 ) rule the world, and ( 3 ) don't eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. Phase 2: The Old World ( Gen 4:26; 5:22 ) People invoked the name of God. Enoch walked with God, but over time, wickedness and violence spread like a plague resulting in the great reset of Noah's flood. Phase 3: The New World ( Gen 9:1-11; 11:6-9 ) God initiated three changes in policy: ( 1 ) humans could now eat meat, ( 2 ) no more global floods, and ( 3 ) capital punishment for murderers. Sadly, humanity rebelled with the result that God confused the languages. Phase 4: Covenant with Abraham ( Gen 12:1-3 ) After Abraham trusted God, God committed to him and his descendants to be their God, bless them, and give them a land. Phase 5: Covenant with Israel ( Exod 20:1-17 ) After rescuing Israel from Egypt, God gave Moses laws to write down. In the 40th year, God provided updates and new laws ( Exod 21:2 vs. Deut 15:12-14, 17 ). Phase 6: New Covenant ( Luke 22:19-20; Jer 31:31-32; Psalm 110:4; Heb 8:13; 7:11- 12, 22; Gal 3:23-26 ) Jesus brought new instruction. His death ratified a new covenant, that opened up a new relationship on the basis of faith not ancestry. Phase 7: The Kingdom of God ( Dan 7; Rev 21-22 ) When Christ returns, he will resurrect the faithful, establish God's kingdom on earth, and usher in an age of enduring peace, justice, and loveThe post Progressive Revelation first appeared on Living Hope.

As Christians, we're called to respond to opposition and hardship by following Jesus' humble example rather than fighting back like the world does. In this message, Pastor Aaron Brockett encourages us to be ready to share our hope with both boldness and gentleness, living confidently in the victory Christ has already won.Aaron Brockett • We Stand Firm • 1 Peter 3:8-22CONNECT WITH US!Engage with this message: https://tpcc.org/messagesVisit our website: https://tpcc.orgWe believe in the power of prayer: https://tpcc.org/prayer Instagram: https://instagram.com/traderspointcc/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TradersPointCCFacebook: https://facebook.com/TradersPointCC/

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Fail forward and don't expect things to work out the first or 20th time. Find your superpower and put it to work in the church. We need your light and the gifts that God placed in you! 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 A Family Forged in Crisis Romans 12:4-5 You have to be ready for crisis by belonging and participating in the community of God. Isaiah 41:10 Revelation 21:3-4 Facing Cosmic Fear Together Staying in the fold of God keeps us safer together in numbers. Psalm 78:4-7 Acts 2:39 2 Timothy 1:5 Plant Hope in the Next Generation Ephesians 2:19 Galatians 3:28-29 A Chosen Family by Grace not by Genes Acts 4:32-35 Hebrews 10:24-25 Guarding our words in order to build others up and not tear them down Ephesians 4:29-32 Galatians 5:13-15 Colossians 3:12-14The post Fantastic 4 and Belonging in Christ first appeared on Living Hope.

Teacher: Pastor Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:07) - God's kingdom coming(00:03:37) - Getting Connected at Westgate Chapel Toledo(00:06:26) - Kairos Prison Ministry(00:10:02) - Kairos Weekend in the Prison(00:13:20) - Heavenly Song(00:24:00) - A Time of Prayer for Worship(00:27:24) - Wednesday Night Kids Ministry Needing Volunteers(00:33:52) - Peter's Letters to the Christians of Asia(00:36:51) - First Peter(00:47:10) - What are the duties of an elder in the Church?(00:48:56) - The Biblical form of eldership(00:50:24) - 1 Peter 5:5- Discipline the Elders(00:59:18) - Three of our Elders Come to the Message(01:03:23) - Shepherding Elder Chad Suan(01:06:38) - How God's Been Growing My Heart(01:09:20) - A Message for Our Elders(01:10:45) - Peter's last words to the church(01:17:55) - Prepare the Way The King Is Coming(01:23:17) - Wonders of the World Prayer

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The powerful truth that Jesus is our Living Hope—a hope made alive through His resurrection. Because He lives, we are not only forgiven by mercy but welcomed into a lasting inheritance that can never fade. Lamentations 3:19-24 I Peter 1:3-9 John 14:1-7

In this episode, Archbishop Bernard Hebda reflects on the Archdiocese's response to the tragic shooting at Annunciation Church and School in Minneapolis. Discover how faith, hope, and community provide comfort and leadership during times of grief and fear. The conversation addresses how to support children and families, improve safety, and find meaning in suffering through Catholic teaching. Plus, listen to Archbishop Hebda's heartfelt homily from the prayer service and reflections on healing through faith.Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠ 

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We await the unfading crown of glory. Meanwhile, let us collectively live in Jesus, with Jesus, and for Jesus.

1 Peter 1:1-12by David Wright

Dashawn Cousins preaches on 1 Peter 1:22-2:8 on Sunday, August 24, 2025.Main Idea: A living hope in the living stone produces longing hearts and loving siblings.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here for full sermon notes!⁠⁠

The works that the man Jesus did, we can do also—because like him, we have been given the spirit and the Word to empower us. Anything God asks of us, He makes possible. His power works in us to carry it out. John 14:12. Truly, truly – “Pay close attention—what I'm about to say is absolutely certain.” Jesus wants us to be convinced, without doubt, that his works could be continued and even expanded through his followers Luke 4:18–19. The Gospels confirm that Jesus fulfilled everything Isaiah foretold. Acts 10:38. What he did was God's will and God's work, not his own. Acts 2:22. God performed through him Acts 2:22; 1 Timothy 2:5; Romans 5:15. It is essential to affirm Jesus' humanity if we are to believe his words in John 14:12. Each Gospel records that the holy spirit descended upon Jesus at his baptism (Matt. 3:13–17; Mark 1:9–11; Luke 3:21–23; John 1:29–34). God wanted it to be unmistakable that Jesus was empowered by the spirit to carry out his mission. Luke 4:1, 14; 5:17. The spirit God gave Jesus enabled him to perform miracles, wonders, and signs. And in the same way, God has given us His spirit so that He may work through us to accomplish His purposes. Isaiah 61:1-3; 42:1-7. Jesus also had faith in the Scriptures. John 14:12. We too have God's spirit, and we too have His Word. As Jesus trusted God to work through him, we can believe that God will work through us.The post Superman and the Real Superpower first appeared on Living Hope.

Teacher: Pastor Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:00) - Never Leaving My Hand(00:04:16) - Wonders of West Gaten(00:06:20) - God's Love for Me(00:19:23) - Prayer for Week Three(00:20:57) - offering at our church picnic(00:23:07) - Yogi Berra(00:25:33) - Yogi Berra Thanks a Woman for complimenting His Hair(00:26:02) - The Context of Persecution in First Peter(00:37:02) - First Peter(00:39:24) - Since Christ Suffered in the Flesh(00:43:12) - Peter's Message on Pursue HOLY LIFE(00:48:56) - What's Our Motivation to Stand Out in the Face of Suff(00:55:45) - Are You Prepared to Suffocate for Christ?(01:03:09) - Worthy of It All

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Setting aside our series through the book of Mark for a time, after having just heard Peter's confession, we turn to 1 Peter where the apostle encourages a group of "elect exiles" who are suffering various trials. He reminds them that God has not been caught off guard, he is still in control, and we can take hold of His solid promises when our right now feels uncertain.

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Thanks for listening to this week's message from New City Church in Shawnee, Kansas. To learn more about New City Church, visit newcitychurch.com.

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Teacher: Pastor Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:01) - Westgate Chapel's five year vision(00:02:57) - All the Gifts of the Lord(00:04:45) - Our Sound System Replacement and More(00:07:08) - How Many People Are Ready for Winter?(00:07:29) - How to Deal with Heat and Humidity(00:12:02) - Peter's Letters to the Church(00:16:31) - Peter's Letter to the Church in Asia Minor(00:19:00) - One Peter's prescription for loving life and seeing good days(00:26:13) - How to Love Others With Your Words(00:27:37) - Expecting Suffering(00:32:55) - Peter's Advice for Suffering in this World(00:36:48) - Peter's Advice to the Church(00:46:11) - Peter's plea for the saved(00:46:52) - Peter's prescription for living a happy life(00:47:59) - What Opportunities are presented through Suffering?(00:54:13) - Prayer for Those Who Are Suffering

As we begin our study of 1 Peter, Peter urges us to remember the Lord, live as His people, and trust the hope that will never disappoint.

Love Isn't Always Easy. Love Costs Something. Love Sees Beyond the External. Love Isn't Always Easy Loving someone can be risky and difficult. It takes vulnerability and can be hard. 1 Cor 13:4-7. Loving someone is easy when people are nice but can be quite a challenge when there is tension, disagreement, or pride involved. Luke 19:1-10. Jesus' was judged for his association with people that others viewed as “sinners” and “unclean”. Love Costs Something Loving someone often requires sacrifice and giving of yourself in ways that are not preferred (or undesirable). John 15:9-13, 17. Jesus commanded his followers to love each other as he loved them and to be willing to sacrifice everything. John 13:1-15, 34-35. The example Jesus left his disciples is to be willing to do the lowest task in serving each other. By loving each other in this way, you will make known to other people that you are Christ's disciples. Love Sees Beyond the External Appearances can be deceiving. What is on the outside is not what is important, but what is on the inside is what matters. 1 Samuel 16:1-12. As humans, we can get caught up with thinking about how things look and miss the more important traits of who a person is. Romans 2:11. God does not show favoritism but welcomes everyone to come to Him through His Son, Jesus. John 4:1-30. Jesus' disciples only saw a Samaritan woman and missed the whole point of what was happening.The post Film Series 2: How to Train Your Dragon and Christian Love first appeared on Living Hope.

1 Corinthians 15:12-34 “But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is… Read More »Living Hope

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CrossLife member, Beau Barrera, continues our new series in 1 Peter. Listen as Beau takes us through chapter 1, verses 3-5. Praise God for giving us a new hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

In this episode of the Sermon Notes podcast, Jay Strother sits down with Danielle Schneider, a seasoned global worker who has served in South Africa for over 17 years. Danielle shares her inspiring journey of being called to missions, the pivotal moments that led her to Living Hope Ministries, and her dual roles as a life skills educator and children's ministry leader at King of Kings Baptist Church. Together, they discuss the unique challenges and joys of cross-cultural ministry, the importance of equipping national leaders, and how short-term mission trips can often serve as a launching pad for deeper involvement. Listeners will also hear about the impact of partnership between local churches and global ministries, as well as the personal side of missionary life—highlighting both the excitement and the sacrifices involved. The episode wraps up with practical advice for those discerning a call to missions and an invitation to pray for Danielle, Living Hope, and the ongoing gospel work among children and families in South Africa.

Ian Thomas preaches on 1 Peter 1:1-9 on Sunday, August 10, 2025.Main Idea: We have living hope and inexpressible joy through suffering because of our secure inheritance in Christ.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here for full sermon notes!⁠⁠

The Karate Kid movies and shows have resonated with people for more than four decades. One aspect that draws us to watching them is the desire we all have for a mentor or a student. Jesus was the ultimate Myagi, teaching and training his disciples throughout his ministry. Before departing, he told us that we too should make disciples of all nations. Mark 6:7-13. After Jesus had spent a little time with his disciples, he instructed them and sent them out. They were to do the same sorts of things that Jesus himself was doing. Mark 6:30-44. Upon returning from their missionary trip, the twelve reported back to Jesus what happened with great excitement. Jesus continued to challenge and train them. When a crowd of 5,000 men were hungry, he told them, “You give them something to eat.” Mark 9:33-37. Jesus taught them about humility. Rather than seeking to be the greatest, he told them to look to the example of a child. Luke 14:25-32. Jesus set the bar high for becoming a disciple. Although the call is open to anyone, only those who put him first can be true disciples. People should count the cost prior to following Jesus. Luke 6:40. The goal of Christian discipleship is to become like Christ. We aim to both follow his words and imitate his example. Matthew 10:24-25. As they ridiculed and called Jesus names, so they will do to you if you genuinely follow him. John 8:31-32. Disciples don't just believe in Jesus, they also continue in his words, living out his teachings. John 13:35. The most important indicator of authentic discipleship is if we love each other. See also John 15:8-10.The post Film Series 1: Karate Kid and Christian Discipleship first appeared on Living Hope.

Teacher: Pastor Rob Zimmermann Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:00) - Pastor on a High-Speed Drive(00:05:41) - First Peter's Letter to the Christians of Asia(00:12:18) - 1 Peter 3: Be Subject and Submission to All Authorities(00:21:26) - examples of how the church can love the unjust(00:26:44) - Peter to the Servants: Don't Revile(00:34:01) - Peter's Words on Women's Submission(00:39:36) - Peter's Words on Honor to the Lesser Vessel(00:43:37) - Peter calls us to love our wives(00:47:22) - Prayer for the Day

In this final message from 1 Peter, Grace for the Battle, we see Peter's call to shepherd God's flock, live in humility, resist the devil, and rest in the grace of God. Our struggles are real, but so is our hope—rooted in the God of all grace who will Himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish His people.

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Living Hope, part 7. God uses Isaac, the heir of the promise, to point to Jesus, the Heir of all things. By Lucy Samuel.

His name is far more than a label—it represents the power, presence, and authority of Jesus Himself. When Peter explained the healing of the lame man, he was essentially saying, ‘It was the very person and power of Jesus, alive and active, that made this man whole.’ John 16:23-27. We pray to God in the name of Jesus Christ. Acts 3:1ff. In the name of Jesus Christ, the lame man walked. Acts 3:16. “Name” means much more than a label. It implies Jesus’ power, presence, and authority. Peter is saying: “It is the very person and power of Jesus, active and present, that healed this man.” Acts 4:1-12. There is no other name by which we can be saved. Acts 4:17-20. Do not speak in this name. Acts 16:16-18. Demon was cast out by his name. Philippians 2:5-11. In the end, everyone will bow to that name.The post Power in His Name first appeared on Living Hope.

In this podcast, Pastor Justin delivers a message on the importance and power of the hope that we have and must put into practice in order to see God's promises come to pass.Support the show

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It is so good to be back with you after a time away. These past three months on sabbatical have been deeply refreshing for my soul, but I have missed you: your faces, your love, and your faith. Absence has made this heart grow very fond. I've returned with a full tank and I'm ready to boldly speak God's truth, and I can't think of a better way to rejoin you than by starting a new study together in the book of 1 Peter. This letter was written to Christians who were feeling like outsiders in the world, and I think that speaks to where many of us find ourselves today.Peter begins not by comforting the early believers with shallow platitudes but by grounding them in a greater truth. They are elect exiles. Chosen by God, set apart by the Spirit, and called to obey Jesus. Though they're misunderstood, rejected, and even persecuted by the world around them, their identity is secure. That tension between being loved by God and rejected by culture isn't something to run from. It's a calling to live differently. Peter doesn't want us to blend in; he wants us to stand out, not with arrogance, but with holiness, humility, and courage.If you've ever felt out of place because of your faith, this letter is for you. The Christian life will create tension in a world that doesn't share our hope. But our hope is living and rooted in the resurrection of Jesus, who has given us an eternal inheritance that cannot be touched by suffering. So wherever God has placed you, whether in a family that doesn't understand your faith, a job where values collide, or a world that increasingly sees Christians as strange, know this: you are not forgotten. You are chosen, you are sent, and you are held by a God who is writing a far bigger story than what we can see.

Living Hope, part 6. God's promises were not limited by Sarah's circumstances or her physical restrictions, but based on his power. By Andy Thorpe.

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What is the “good news of the kingdom of God” that Jesus preached? Put simply, it’s everything wrong with the world made right. The perfect world God originally intended has been damaged by humanity’s sinful actions, but God hasn’t given up on the earth. His plan of redemption has already been set in motion. We have a real hope that solves real problems in the real world. Mark 1:14-15; Matthew 4:23; Luke 4:43; 8:1; 9:2. The “gospel of the kingdom of God” is the message Jesus preached. Genesis 1:1-31. God created the world to be good. Genesis 2:7-25. God has always desired a love relationship with humanity. 1 Corinthians 13:5. Love does not demand its own way. God gave humanity freedom to choose Him or not. Genesis 3:1-24. Adam and Eve chose to trust the serpent (Satan) rather than God. Humanity's sin gave Satan influence over the earth, resulting in pain (v.16), natural disasters (v. 17-18), relationship conflicts (v. 16), and death (v. 19). Worst of all, sin separated humanity from God. Genesis 3:15. God promises hope. Revelation 21:1-3. God will once again dwell on the earth with humanity. Revelation 21:4-7. God will destroy death forever. No more crying or pain. Revelation 22:1-2. God will bring back the tree of life. Eternal life will be freely available. Revelation 22:3. There will no longer be any curse. All the curses that resulted from sin (Gen. 3:1-24) will be undone. Revelation 22:4-5. Man's dominion over the earth will be restored. Under God, and in right relationship with him, humans “will reign forever and ever.” What God wanted in the beginning, He gets in the end. The good news of the Kingdom of God is: everything wrong with the world made right. Hebrews 6:19. Hope is “the anchor of our souls.” To survive the storms of life, we must know what our hope is! Our hope isn't ethereal, wishy-washy, boring, or irrelevant. We have a real hope that solves real problems in the real world.The post God's Dream first appeared on Living Hope.

Teacher: Norm Wymer Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:16) - Open the Gates and Let Your Glory Come Down(00:03:11) - Student Ministries Pastor(00:04:07) - Wonders of Westgate Chapel Church(00:05:36) - A Little Snapshot of Our Life Conference(00:10:50) - Xavier Hale(00:16:36) - Sing a Little louder: Available for Me(00:30:19) - Norm Weimer Sharing God's Word with us(00:31:59) - Pastor Norm Weimer(00:35:09) - The Living Hope(00:36:11) - Set Apart for a Purpose(00:37:44) - 1 Peter 1: Wherefore Prepare Your Mind for Action(00:39:41) - Fill in for Week 3(00:45:51) - The Meaning of Holy Scripture(00:46:27) - Hebrews 10:14(00:51:12) - 1 Peter 4: Value of Christians(00:54:44) - Kittens in the Church(00:56:04) - Put Away All Sins in the Bible(00:59:52) - Like Babies, How to Drink God's Word(01:01:56) - Peter's Words for the Church(01:06:00) - Psalm 107(01:07:39) - Peter to the Saints: Keep Your Conduct Among the Gentiles Hon(01:11:15) - 1 Peter 3: Questions for Christians(01:12:31) - How Set Apart Do We Need to Be for You?(01:21:41) - Wonders of the World Prayer

Who will help me? God says, "I'll help you. I'll give you myself. I'll give you my nature. I'll fill you with my Spirit." Weekend broadcast #539To help support this podcast, please visit walkwiththeking.org/donate and select "Podcast" from the dropdown menu.To hear more from Bob Cook, you can find Walk With The King on Facebook or Instagram.