Sermons from January 2025
Sojourners & Exiles – Week 4
Today in 1 Peter 2:11-25 we ask, What do we fear? Do we fear public ridicule, being a social outcast, or just simply not fitting in? We are citizens of a different kingdom, and all we have to fear is the Lord. But this fear is not a debilitating fear. It is a fear of reverence, an understanding of authority; it is understanding who we are and who God is. Jesus calls us to have a similar respect for earthly…
Sojourners & Exiles – Week 3
This message focuses on our identity in Christ and the call to spiritual growth as outlined in 1 Peter 2:1-12. It highlights the transformation that comes with being God’s chosen people, called to live in holiness and proclaim His excellencies. As sojourners and exiles in the world, we are reminded of the spiritual battle against sin and the importance of living in a way that reflects our faith and serves as a testimony to others. The message challenges us to…
Sojourners & Exiles – Week 2
In this second message of our 8-week series on 1 Peter, we explore 1 Peter 1:13-25, where we are challenged to prepare our minds for action, set our hope fully on God’s grace, and live lives marked by holiness. We unpack how our future hope in Christ reshapes our present values and priorities. This sermon highlights the incredible cost of our redemption—the precious blood of Christ—and the enduring power of God’s Word to transform us. Practical steps for engaging with…
Soujourners & Exiles – Week 1
In this sermon, we began an 8-week study of 1 Peter, focusing on identity, hardship, and holiness. Reflecting on 1 Peter 1:1-12, we explored Peter’s greeting and introduction and what it means to live as sojourners and exiles in a world where we often feel out of place. This message unpacks the transformative hope of salvation, the refining power of trials, and the joy of belonging to God’s chosen people. Listen or watch to discover how understanding our identity in…