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  • William Nowak avatar

    Leftovers Series

    Contributed by William Nowak on Apr 14, 2002
    based on 77 ratings
     | 11,787 views

    Peter gives us a new recipe for living--now he tells us what to do with the "leftovers" of our old life.

    I Peter 2:1-3 “Leftovers” Intro—As we’ve looked at the first chapter of First Peter over the last several weeks, you might say that Peter has been giving us a recipe for spiritual growth...In Chapter 1, verses 3-12, he’s told us to remember what God has given to each of us that has accepted Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Coming To The Living Stone Series

    Contributed by William Nowak on Apr 14, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,238 views

    Christ desires our sanctification individually, but there are also goals for the church corporately--what are they?

    I Peter 2:4-10 “Coming to the Living Stone” Intro—Most of you are aware, I’m sure, of the recent scandal involving the bankruptcy of Enron Corporation and the alleged wrongdoing by its highest officials in inflating the apparent profit of the company in order to make money for themselves. I don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Peculiar People

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 15,140 views

    This sermon addresses the mission of Christians in the world as a royal priesthood.

    THE PECULIAR PEOPLE Text: First Peter 2:2-10 The King James Version of the Bible distinguishes the wording of God’s people, calling us "a peculiar people" as opposed to other versions of the Bible. The Greek word that is used here is peripoiesis which means "possession--- purchased ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Christians Let Christ's Spirit Living In Them Sanctify The World, Indeed R

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 3,480 views

    April 28, 2002 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 2:2-10 Color: White 1 Peter 2:2-10 Title: “Christians let Christ’s Spirit living in them sanctify the world, indeed redeem the world, by their own self-sacrifice.”

    April 28, 2002 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 2:2-10 Color: White 1 Peter 2:2-10 Title: “Christians let Christ’s Spirit living in them sanctify the world, indeed redeem the world, by their own self-sacrifice.” Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tony Searles avatar

    It's Time To G.r.o.w. Up!

    Contributed by Tony Searles on Apr 27, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 29,751 views

    This is a practical message about growth and maturity in Christ, and how to begin to grow in God.

    Stand & Read - 1 Peter 2:1-3 “Therefore, putting aside all malice and all guile and hypocrisy and envy and all slander, [2] like newborn babes, long for the pure milk of the word, that by it you may grow in respect to salvation, [3] if you have tasted the kindness of the Lord.” “It’s Time To ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Church...built On A Rock

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 8,590 views

    In a world where "sticks and stones" can hurt and tear people down, we are called to be "living stones," builting up one another with Chtist’s own love.

    The Church…Built on a Rock “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me.” This refrain has been used by many a generation of children to ward off the attacks of teasing peers. The image of children throwing rocks at one another has taken on new meaning of late, as our news ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Building A Church

    Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 12, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 4,158 views

    The church is people.

    Building a Church The church is people. I Cor 3:9 “For we are laborers together with God; ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s Building.” I Peter 2:5 “ye also as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are You Lively

    Contributed by Lionel Gruver on Feb 13, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,547 views

    Having the ’Zeal’ for God will produce victories!

    Are You Lively? January 18, 1998 p.m. THEME: 1 Peter 2:5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ. TEXT: Exodus 1:8-21 **19 I. INTRODUCTION A. Definition of Lively 1. Webster’s says: “an ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Get Rid Of The Junk In Your Life Series

    Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001
    based on 159 ratings
     | 14,443 views

    Here are four ways to get rid of the five things Peter instructs us to rid our life of.

    GET RID OF THE JUNK IN YOUR LIFE By Chuck Hendrix 1PE 2:1 Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. 2 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, 3 now that you have tasted that the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Stone Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 4,975 views

    Jesus is the Living Stone.

    Living Stone 1 Peter 2:1-12 I. Nourishment A. Get rid of unhealthy things - strip them off like soiled clothes 1. malous 2. deception 3. hypocrisy 4. jealousy 5. backstabbing B. The healthy things 1. Pure spiritual milk a. crave - a natural, instinctive desire b. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Mature Minister Of God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 14, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 20,803 views

    Peter says we are a royal priesthood. What does that mean for the average church goer? (this sermon had great effect to prompt members to greater involvement in the church.)

    OPENING: On the overhead projection we put up a cartoon showing a crazed man being led away from a church in a straightjacket. On the steps of the church building the preacher comments to another man “I’m going to miss Louis - he volunteered for everything.” COMMENT: As funny as that cartoon is, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual Sacrifices Acceptable To God

    Contributed by Curtis Porche on Feb 7, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 12,221 views

    Comparing Levitical system of sacrifices to spiritual sacrifices.

    JESUS WAS SPEAKING TO THE SAMARITAN WOMAN AT THE WELL WHEN THE TOPIC OF WORSHIP CAME UP. HOW TO WORSHIP GOD IS A QUESTION MANY CHURCHES WRESTLE WITH TODAY. JESUS INTRODUCES SOMETHING NEW TO THE SAMARITAN WOMAN WHEN HE TELLS HER THAT GOD SEEKS THOSE WHO WILL WORSHIP HIM IN SPIRIT AND IN TRUTH. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Neal Gray avatar

    Let The Laity 'move Out'

    Contributed by Neal Gray on Feb 23, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 12,336 views

    A CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE pastor preaches the simple reality that God has made us a special people for the special purpose of performing a special function--ministry.

    "A Wide Door for Effective Service: Let the Laity ’Move Out’" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: 1 Peter 2:1-10, KJV Purpose: The simple reality is that God has made us a special people for the special purpose of performing a special function--ministry. INTRODUCTION This Sermon Series This ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Guy Caley avatar

    A Holy Priesthood Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 15, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 5,654 views

    Peter illustrates our identity in the church as living stones and a holy priesthood

    A Holy Priesthood Text: 1 Peter 2:4-10 Introduction I watched a show where scientists tried to make a smaller model of the great pyramids to learn how the ancients had accomplished the feat. They measured and cut the giant stone which would serve as the guide and cornerstone, as they levered ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    What-You Are A Priest.

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 3,526 views

    This sermon deals with stewardship of our occupations as service to the Lord.

    What You’re A Priest—A Stewardship Of Our Occupations 10/18/98 Exodus 31:1-12 1 Peter 2:4-12 What would happen if your were in the army and your commanding officer told you, “we want to send you in on a mission behind enemy lines to rescue some of the prisoners who have been captured. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed