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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.

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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

Ricky and Bonnie discuss the difficulty facing wives who find out unexpectedly that their husbands struggle with same-sex attraction and need to seek somewhere to talk about it and wrestle with it. They discuss that the root problem is not caused by the wives themselves. They also testify to the stories of renewed marriages Living Hope has witnessed and how sexual sins are not that much different from each other, whether it is a heterosexual or homosexual struggle.

Peter reminds us of the salvation we have received because of God's great mercy that was displayed for us by Christ in his death, burial, and resurrection. This salvation brings a living hope, a joy amid suffering, and a privilege that even angels longed to glimpse.

Living Hope, part 5. Abraham had to leave the familiar and head out into the unknown, trusting in the promises of God that took many years to unfold. By Clive Cernik.

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Johnny Ray was sentenced to life in prison, plus 50 years, for a crime he committed at just 17 years old. In the silence of an empty room after his sentencing, his painful cries of regret and hopelessness were met by an unexpected voice—the voice of God, telling him to have faith. That moment began a journey. First through the support of a religious sister, then others, Johnny experienced a spiritual conversion that transformed his life. Now, no longer behind bars, he's dedicated to inspiring faith and hope in those still incarcerated. He shares his incredible story on this episode of Hope in the Good Life.

The conclusion of the Ephesians’ series focuses on spiritual warfare and how to combat the evil we are faced with. As we put on the whole armor of God, we can stand against the wiles of the devil. 2 Corinthians 4:4   Spiritual warfare Matthew 13:19 – The wicked one; Mark 4:15 – Satan; Luke 8:12 – The devil 1 Peter 5:8 – Adversary; 1 Thessalonians 3:4 – Tempter; Revelation 12:10 – Accuser Ephesians 2:1-3   Three fronts 1. The world, 2. Demons, 3. Lust of our flesh   Air is unseen by influential Ephesians 6:11-13   Our struggle is not against flesh and blood. He functions undercover, cleverly camouflaged in secrecy. People end up as puppets Ephesians 1:18-23   Jesus already won the battle. 14 – 4:17-23   This is now your lie; 1:1-14 your truth now 14 – 4:21-24   Righteousness is the new you. Live right, 15 – Peace 1:2; 6:23; 2:14-17; 4:3 16 – Faith 2:8-9; 3:12, 17 – Faith is a full realization of your own inability and absolute confidence in God's ability. 17 – Helmet of salvation – 1:13 -14, 2:7, 3: 9-11 17 – The sword of the spirit; the Word of God 18 – Pray – Matthew 6:9-13: 1:15-23; 3:14-21The post Ephesians Part 12: Dress for Battle first appeared on Living Hope.

Teacher: Isaac Villa Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:00) - Testimony(00:04:34) - Wonders of Westgate(00:05:47) - Deep Roots Groups(00:11:44) - There's Joy in the House of the Lord(00:18:41) - Wonders of the World(00:25:23) - Passing the Bucket(00:26:17) - A message from the Living Hope(00:28:04) - First Peter: A Sixth Week Fill In(00:29:28) - First Peter(00:35:46) - God's Choosing of Us(00:38:50) - Living Hope for Suffering(00:42:21) - What Does Hope Mean?(00:46:50) - Peter's In the Inheritance(00:50:02) - How Do They Refine Gold?(00:54:00) - Simon Peter(00:59:00) - Living Hope: Jeremiah, Peter and More(01:05:29) - Great Is Thy Faithfulness(01:11:24) - Westgate Chapel Mission Team: Sending a Team to Costa Rica

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Living Hope, part 4. Amongst a violent and corrupt generation Noah was blameless, and didn't just listen to God but boldly obeyed, demonstrating his faith in an unseen future. By Rachel Wilson.

What does it look like to suffer well and speak of Christ while doing it? In this sermon from 1 Peter 3:8–22, Pastor Mark walks through the call to bless when reviled, to endure when wronged, and to be ready to give a reason for the hope that is in us. This message is part of the Living Hope series through 1 Peter.

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.

How should you carry yourself at home and at work? In Ephesians 6:1-9, we learn that parents should actively teach their children obedience and honor, guiding them with love and fairness rather than harshness, to foster healthy development. We also learn that we should work heartily unto the Lord rather than for people. Ephesians 6:1 Parents must teach their children to obey. Left to their own devices, kids will assert their own little wills over everyone else, resulting in chaos and dysfunction. They will not learn obedience or boundaries unless loving adults help them and hold them accountable. Ephesians 6:2-3 Honoring your parents is also important to teach to children, though this command continues through adulthood. Although it's common today to “go no-contact” with one's parents, such dishonoring behavior is out of place for Christians except for extreme cases. Ephesians 6:4 It's important that parents (especially fathers) don't hold children to an impossible standard, discipline in an excessively harsh manner, or frustrate children in other ways. Rather, parents should help children to develop resilience, control their emotions, and avoid prideful tribalism as they train them and instruct them in the ways of the Lord. Ephesians 6:5-8 Slavery was regrettable, though an accepted reality for most of human history. Christianity spread like wildfire among slaves in the Roman Empire. Paul explains how Christian slaves should handle themselves at work. Ephesians 6:9 Although we wish Paul had told masters to free their slaves, instead he told them to give up threatening them. In other places we know that Paul was in favor of liberation (1 Cor 7:21-23; Gal 3:27-28; Phlm 15-17). The seeds of abolitionism were present in the Bible, but it took time for them to grow into maturity.The post Ephesians Part 11: Serving the Lord at Home and at Work first appeared on Living Hope.

In today's sermon, Pastor Ben Nistor preaches from 1 Peter 1:1-9. As we dive into 1 Peter 1:3–5, we are reminded that God, in His great mercy, has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This hope isn't wishful thinking—it's rooted in the unshakable truth of Christ's victory over death and the eternal inheritance that awaits every believer. Even amidst suffering, trials, and persecution, followers of Jesus can rejoice knowing that their faith—refined by fire—is more precious than gold and will result in praise, glory, and honor when Christ is revealed. Our inheritance is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven by God's power, and we are being guarded through faith until the final day of salvation. As believers, we can TAKE HEART! No matter the hardship, our hope in Christ is secure—both now and forever. ________________________________________ Links to Sermon Notes & Answers: ➤Sermon Notes (Blank): https://www.sheridanhills.org/_files/ugd/30fec2_160b892ae82543628ee82444934ea390.pdf ➤Sermon Notes (Answers): https://www.sheridanhills.org/_files/ugd/30fec2_634a88fe38c1492cb0653afcfaf5f45c.pdf ________________________________________ Subscribe to this channel to catch weekly expositional sermons from the Bible. ________________________________________ Explore more sermons and information: https://www.sheridanhills.org/watch-new ________________________________________ Follow us: ➤Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheridanhills/ ➤Twitter: https://twitter.com/sheridanhills01 ➤Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheridanhills/

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Living Hope, part 3. Faith is not just a moment of belief, but a lifestyle of relationship. By Oli Stevens.

In this sermon from our Living Hope series, we explore how the gospel transforms everyday relationships—especially within marriage. Peter calls believers to faithful, quiet witness through godly character, sacrificial love, and patient endurance. Whether you're married, single, or praying for someone who doesn't yet believe, this message encourages you to trust God and live out the long game of gospel faithfulness.

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In this sermon, guest preacher Bill Cosson examines 1 Peter 1:1-6. This passage instructs Christians about the great hope we have, an eternal inheritance that has been granted to us through faith in Christ.

Ephesians 5:22-24 Not everyone should get married. If you prize your freedom and want independence, stay single for Christ (1 Cor 7:32-35). However, if a woman wants to have a biblical marriage, she should recognize her husband's headship (Col 3:18-19; Titus 2:3-5; 1 Pet 3:1-2). She should model the Church in relation to Christ. Of course, a wife can and should break submission if her husband asks her to sin, is mentally unwell (including substance addiction), or is physically abusive. Each situation warrants its own wisdom. The pastors and elders are here to help you through such hard situations (email: elders@lhim.org). Ephesians 5:25-27 As the wives are to submit, the husbands are to love self-sacrificially. He should model Christ in relation to the Church. When Paul wrote Ephesians, such a standard would have sounded radical. Other authors from the period like Josephus, Philo, and Plutarch mention the wife's submission, but never the husband's requirement to love, much less love like Christ! Ephesians 5:28-30 Husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. Cherish her, protect her, provide for her, and attend to her needs. Ephesians 5:31 The standard for marriage goes back to the Garden of Eden before sin ever entered the picture. The beautiful complementarity and mutuality God designed finds its fullest expression in the physical intimacy enjoyed by a husband and wife in a committed marriage (1 Cor 7:1-5). Ephesians 5:32-33 Christian marriage is a symbol, pointing to Christ's relationship with the Church. Christian marriages have an incredible opportunity to testify before a watching world.The post Ephesians Part 10: Loving Husbands, Respectful Wives first appeared on Living Hope.

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Sunday Morning, July 6, 2025Given by Dr. Blair Smith | Adult Education CoordinatorChrist Covenant ChurchA Living HopeSermon Text: 1 Peter 1:1-9Download our mobile app

Hello, and welcome back to Living Hope Church! We are so glad you have decided to join us today. We hope you enjoy this Independence Day message that challenges us to reflect on the true source of freedom. Not government, power, or prosperity, but Jesus Christ. Drawing from Daniel 3 and stories of American faith and sacrifice, Pastor Bill Francavilla explores how real freedom means standing firm even when the world demands we bow. Are we living free in Christ, or settling for a counterfeit? “If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36)Welcome to Living Hope Church! These podcasts are our weekly Sunday sermons. We hope you enjoy them.

Living Hope, part 2. It is out of a place of worship, adoration and revelation of the Creator God that Abel surrenders control, and places his best offering before the Lord. By Adz Brennan.

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This week in our Living Hope series, Pastor Mark preaches from 1 Peter 2:13–25 on submission, suffering, and the example of Christ. What does it mean to live with honor and humility under imperfect authority? How do we respond when we are treated unfairly? Peter doesn't just give us commands—he gives us Christ. Tune in for a message that points us to the grace that enables endurance and the Savior who walks the road with us.

Ephesians 5:3-21 Paul warns Christians of behaviors. Not a hint of sexual immorality Matthew 5:32 1 Corinthians 5:1 Evil behaviors have bad consequences. God's way is better. Living together/playing house Marriage is God's perfect answer to sexual sin. The good news about marriage is God calls us to cleanness. Romans 1:24; Matthew 23:27-28 Greed isn't the way. Jeremiah 22:17 Vulgar speech is prohibited. Divisive and foolish talk should be removed. Titus 3:8- 11 Coarse jesting is wrong. Awake, Oh Sleeper! What will you choose? You can be wise and ready or foolish and unprepared.The post Ephesians Part 9: Walk in the Light first appeared on Living Hope.

In this episode, Ricky and Bonnie are joined by Ashlee, another Living Hope participant, as she shares her own perspective on coming to Living Hope and how God has met her in her own struggles and journey with same-sex attraction. They discuss the need for vulnerability in the church and how to encourage that in communities of believers.

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In this eye-opening message from our “Don't Miss Out” series, Pastor Bill Francavilla takes a bold step into the future examining how technology, the internet, and AI (including tools like ChatGPT) are shaping our lives, relationships, and even our faith.Drawing from scripture and personal stories, we explore:How innovations like air conditioning and Amazon can be blessingsThe hidden dangers of digital convenience, distraction, and dependenceWhy every advancement must be mastered or it will master usWhat the Bible teaches about wisdom, rest, and resisting spiritual brain fatigueAnd how we as the people of God can embrace technology without losing intimacy with Him

Living Hope, part 1. How we view the beginning shapes how we approach everything that follows; and faith begins by believing in a Creator God. By Oli Stevens.

Put Off the Old Self (Eph 4:17-19) Paul warns believers not to live like the Gentiles, whose thinking is futile and whose hearts are hardened. Their lifestyle is marked by having a darkened understanding, ignorance, insensitivity, and moral corruption that is driven by selfish desires. Be Renewed and Put on the New Self (Eph 4:20-24) Paul claims that the old way of life is not how believers have learned Christ. Rather believers are to: Put off the old self (i.e. the former way of life). Be renewed in the spirit of their minds. Put on the new self (i.e. new way of life in righteousness and holiness). Practical Instructions for New Life (Eph 4:25-32) Paul lists specific ways to live out this new self: Speak truthfully instead of lying. Control your anger and deal with it promptly. Do honest work so you can help others. Speak words that build up, not corrupt speech. Avoid bitterness, rage, slander, and malice. Be kind, compassionate, and forgiving, just as God forgave you in Christ. Imitate God and Walk in Love (Eph 5:1-2) Believers are called to be imitators of God as His children. We should walk in love, following the example of Christ, who gave himself as a sacrificial offering for us.The post Ephesians Part 8: The New You first appeared on Living Hope.

Join the mission! Visit donate.accessmore.com to help fund more episodes and shows like this. Today is a red-letter kind of day here on Back Porch Theology because Alli and I have the undeserved privilege and absolute delight of having a conversation with one of the world's foremost experts on the New Testament canon, specifically the Gospels, Dr. Craig Blomberg. It's not every day you get to sit down with a brilliant saint with a PhD from the University Aberdeen, read an excerpt from his classic book called: “The Historical Reliability of the New Testament” – which, by the way, is just one of almost twenty academic books and commentaries that Dr. Blomberg's written – and then ask him this question: Will you please explain the term “hermeneutical spiral” as well as how it can be useful as we seek to not simply read and interpret the Bible but actually be read and interpreted by the Bible? Welcome to Back Porch Theology's scholar edition…we're really glad you've chosen to hang out with us today.