A sober mind is not clouded by false perceptions of life. Peter reminds his readers that life, as they know it, will one day come to an end. Verses 7-11 brings to an end the second section of Peter’s letter that began at 1 Peter 2:11-12 with a call to abstain from fleshly desires. 1 Peter 1:6-9 Overcoming Obstacles. So it devised a clever plan. Posted by Pastor Greg Allen on January 13, 2013 under 2013 | Preached Sunday, January 13, 2013 from 1 Peter 1:3-5. We need to be watchful in prayer (4:7b) 2. Therefore be clear minded and self controlled.’, Peter says, in his second letter, ‘Since everything will be destroyed … what kind of people ought you to be?’ (, He goes on to say, ‘You ought to live holy and godly lives … and speed its coming.’, ‘The end of all things is near. Transcript. The advertisements are designed to convince viewers that they need some new product they do not have yet - some of which they really do not need at all. We must never exercise our spiritual gift, or gifts, to benefit ourselves. Therefore it was very important that Christians should open up their homes to believers who were passing through their district. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. Dearly beloved, how long has it been since you last had real quality quiet time with the Lord? with the same mind (ennoian).” This is the only imperative command in 4:1-6. This is the 24th and final message. Peter also says that we should use our spiritual gifts so that others may be blessed and God will be glorified. We should be making profitable and efficient use for the Lord.of whatever resources we have left. Please do not say to yourself that this can wait a little longer, since after all, the Lord has been so patient and with His children. What sort of things should characterize their behavior? 9 Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. 23. And then one day someone sitting next to him decided to speak to him after the service, and soon he became an active member of one of our fellowship groups. 53:1-12. Sermon Focus: Listeners will be challenged to place their faith in Jesus. Check out these helpful resources Biblical Commentary Sermons Children's Sermons Hymn Lists 1 Peter 4:12-14, 5:6-11 Why Does God Allow Suffering? This obviously means that we should be very keen to pass on the words of Scripture because they are sweet and wholesome. As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. Sermon Notes for 1 John 4:7 ← Prior Section. To build a personal empire of wealth and treasures in this world is like building elaborate sandcastles on the seashore which will be washed away by the waves. This is the time for us all to lay aside every sin and anything in our lives that may hinder our spiritual growth, and run the race that is set before us. Are you ready for the Lord's return? But they can make the viewer so engrossed with the storyline that for a while he is lost to unreality. The list is almost limitless. They are mainly fictitious portrayals of life presented by skilled actors and special effects. Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.' We have observed in our study of 1st Peter that the original recipients of this epistle were undergoing "various trials" - 1 Pe 1:6 2. Perhaps this is because we have allowed Satan to come in and cause confusion in our minds. With Regard to Our Relationship with Other ChristiansThis is stated in vv.8, 9 'And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins. #1 Expository Sermon Outline: Introduction: There are four WAYS in which we can live in light of Jesus’ return (1 Peter 4:7-11). 1 PETER 5. no gift is more important than any other (although some might be more noticeable than others). The Rev. We should always seek to live a life filled with love and concern for the welfare of others. The fact that we must arm ourselves to be holy (4:1) shows that there is a fierce struggle involved. Most important, he tells the Pastor what he should do. As this passage begins, Peter is still focused on the last day. Encouragement To Do More. The result is that no one just drops in on somebody, because they fear that they will not be made welcome. What kind of lifestyle should we be pursuing, if Christ is coming? All Rights Reserved. The point we want to highlight is that we should actively cultivate good and strong relationships among Christians within the body of Christ. And above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.”. As Peter put it in 2:11, these fleshly lusts “wage war against the soul.” Introduction. As I just mentioned we do not know when the end will come, but we do know how we ought to live our lives. Verse 1 connects the past suffering of Christ to the command “arm yourselves (hoplisasthe-Aor. This is clearly demonstrated in the five examples of expository sermon outlines. What is needed for a believer to have a victorious faith in today’s world? John Piper Oct 16, 1994 57 Shares Sermon. This is the main emphasis of our text of Scripture in 1 Peter 4:7-11.As we study this passage of God's Word now, we will learn that our lifestyle in the end times should be characterized by at least three things: The first is with regard to our own mind and soul, the second is regarding our relationships with other Christians and the third is with regard to our stewardship of God's gifts to us. As we study this passage of God's Word now, we will learn that our lifestyle in the end times should be characterized by at least three things: The first is with regard to our own mind and soul, the second is regarding our relationships with other Christians and the third is with regard to our stewardship of God's gifts to us. Let us first consider what it means to:1. Divine Election: The Role of the Father and the Spirit. Things have not carried on as normal ever since the creation of the world. I. But we must not be ignorant of his devices and must counteract them by learning to forgive one another.And therefore, v.8 of our text mentions that charity shall cover the multitude of sins. We must remember that, like those to whom Peter was writing, God’s people are a minority in this world. I know one brother in our church who did not know anyone for 5 years although he attended our church faithfully. We cannot seem to concentrate upon the things of God. In order to give you the best understanding of this text possible, I want to read it to you form several different versions of scripture. Theme: Even in the midst of the deepest suffering, we who are in Christ rejoice in a ‘living hope’. The lion promptly killed and ate them all, one by one! (Matthew 26:40,41).Brethren, when Jesus returns from Heaven soon, will He also find us in a state of slumber? For example the use of hospitality that is mentioned in v.9 is one way of showing love to one another.Why is such love for one another needed for life in the End times? Indeed. And without the support of other Christians to refresh your spirit, your resistance can easily get worn down by these things. We go on now to look at the change that should take place:B. 3 JanRejoicing in God's Wisdom (Prov 1:1-7; 9:9) by Rev Quek KK, 10 JanWill You Walk in God's Wisdom? Another outline of 1 Peter is: (1) Suffering and rejoicing — 1Pe 1:1-13 (2) Suffering and holiness — 1Pe 1:14 — 1Pe 3:22 (3) Suffering and fellowship — 1Pe 4 (4) Suffering and glory — 1Pe 5:1-4 (5) Suffering and others — 1Pe 5:5-14. v. 7 — “Precious” occurs seven times — the big fisherman uses this word. With Regard to Our Mind and SoulThis is stated in v.7 'But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer.- You will notice that there are two injunctions in this verse - to be sober, and to watch unto prayer. 1 Peter 4:7-14. Listen here. The Greek word for ‘stranger’. Mailing Add: 10 Gilstead Road Singapore 309064. Christ is coming again and we must be ready for His appearing. Peter wrote this letter, 1 Peter, to Christians who were going through difficult times and encourages them to trust God to them through those times. Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1–2, 1 Peter 4:7–10. Through the messages we were made aware that the signs of the End times are already appearing in the world.I. No Pain! 1 Peter 4:12-19 . OUR LIVING HOPE – 1 Peter 1:3-5. So often it happens because of various things which are within us. We should always bear in mind that God’s Word, the Bible, contains everything that we need. If you have the means, contribute to the support of our missionaries in Saipan, Cambodia, Batam, Myanmar or Thailand. If we feel that we have been taken for granted then we should remember how the friends of Jesus treated him on many occasions. While television does provide us with useful knowledge and information, there are also adverse effects that it can have on our minds - especially to put us out of touch with reality. It is so tempting to think that life, and the world around us, will carry on as it always has done. Peter goes on to speak about one of the ways in which we can show love for others, and that is by being hospitable. Here Peter tells us what to expect of the pastor. But is that all we need to do now?III. It is true that the Lord is longsuffering toward us, but that does not give us an excuse to try His patience further, and expect Him to wait a little longer. If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Sep 19, 1993. Pastor Jeremy; 1 Peter 4:1-6. In the days of Peter inns were dangerous and often immoral places. If that kind of thinking pervades a church, hospitality is not being exercised. nor should they be used to show people how clever a person is. I have already heard many cases of students getting addicted to them and showing changes in their behaviour. But, it was the grace of God that lead Jesus to Calvary, to die there on the cross for our sins, Isa. 1 Cor 4:1 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. If anyone speaks, let him speak as the oracles of God. Gifts should never be used to draw people’s attention to the person using them. Practical Christian living — 7 But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. 1. 1 Peter 4:7-11 . Be hospitable to one another without grumbling. The Scattered Strangers; Who, What, How and When I Peter 1. When we are converted we become saints, but that does not mean we put on halos and thereafter live perfect lives. (Prov 2) by Rev Charles Seet, 17 JanIn God We Trust (Prov 3:5-8) by Rev Charles Seet, 24 JanHonouring God with Our Substance (Prov 3:9-10) by Rev Ho Chee Lai, 31 Jan Gospel SundayThe Kindness of God by Rev Isaac Ong, 8.00am Worship I9.40am Sunday School11am Worship II / Filipina Svc2.30pm Thai Service4.00pm Indonesian Service5.00pm Evening Service. And we do these things in a prayerful spirit knowing that the end is near. They may be natural gifts which are spiritually enhanced at conversion, or. The wise virgins were ready to receive the bridegroom when he arrived at midnight, but the foolich virgins were not. 1 Peter 4:10 As every man hath … The Peril of Not Being PreparedThis is certainly an important matter for us to consider, especially since most people in the world today seem to be busy pursuing a lifestyle with no regard to the fact that the end of all things is near. He earned his PhD from Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia. And as the Lord�s coming draws nearer and nearer, let us become more fervent in our service for Him. 1 Peter 4:7-11 - What Should our Lifestyle be in these Last Days? We do not know when he will come back but we do know that when He does return. Let us use these all these gifts for God's glory.Serve within one of the church's present ministries - Sunday School (There is a teacher's training course), Vacation Bible School this week (last year someone baked trays of cakes or pastries to provide refreshments), BASC and the Berean fellowship on Saturdays, Music ministry - learn to play the piano for fellowship meetings and church worship service. Greg W. Forbes is the Head of the Department of Biblical Studies at Melbourne School of Theology, Melbourne, Australia. Peter shakes the people of the world out of their complacency by saying that severe judgment is going to be unleashed upon this world again. 5-9. That focus continues in this week’s text. our prayer life with God) then we will not get the horizontal aspect right either (our relationship to our fellow men and women). Casual Christians always become casualties. A second thing that Peter mentions is that we are not “watchful” meaning self-controlled when we come to God in prayer. However, so often, there seems to be a barrier between us and God. I have received the Lord Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Saviour.' Imper.) Sometimes certain people outstay their welcome, or they forget to say, ‘Thank you for having me,’ when they leave. Therefore be serious [clear minded] and watchful [self controlled].’, Peter encouraged the people to pray more effectively. Then He chided them, 'What, could ye not watch with Me one hour? We are to be givers rather than getters. These gifts come in all kinds of forms - abilities, talents, privileges, wealth and health - that is why they are called 'the manifold grace of God'The main idea of these verses is that of sharing whatever God has blessed us with with others in order to build up and strengthen one another. In the same way anyone who serves the Lord as part of the life of the church will experience the strength of God helping him in his important work. One of the reasons we do this is because the Greek people are naturally hospitable. But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. Such love is not just an emotion or feeling, but a choice we make which leads to action. Sermon Bible Commentary. 9-12. Prayer is a great problem to many Christians. Just two weeks ago, at our church camp in Mersing, our thoughts were focused on a similar theme: the theme of the Lord's soon return. Peter sums up all prophecy with these few words: The end of all things is at hand (1 Peter 4:7a). There is also membership to churches. We should not complain when we are treated in a similar way. 3 Outlines . This email address is being protected from spambots. Similarly in many other countries in the world only a very small percentage of the inhabitants are born-again believers. That may be the reason why the injunction to be sober in v.7 is immediately followed up with an injunction to: 2. they may be specially bestowed upon a believer when he or she is saved. No Gain! 2 Pet 1:1, "Simon Peter, a servant and an apostle of Jesus Christ, to them that have obtained like precious faith with us through the righteousness of God and our Saviour Jesus Christ:" A. There was that terrible time when God brought judgment on the earth through the instrumentality of the flood. When they were together, the three bulls could easily withstand the lion, but when alone, each bull, was really no match for him!In the same way, Satan knows that Christians will become weak when they are separated from one another and he may try to sow discord among brethren to do this. 1 Peter 1:13 Choose a Certain Hope But there is not strong evidence for this. how necessary such enduring, patient love is to our relationships. The Salvation of Your Souls I Peter 1. Christ's Absence and Return. 1 Peter 5:1-4. Surely, the blood of Jesus is the only hope the sinner has of being cleansed, 1 Pet. There can be a world of difference between saying our prayers and praying. Peter is re-emphasizing one of his major themes. So this section ends, with a great culmination of praise to God, a doxology: ...that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom belong the glory and the dominion forever and ever. And, that is not all that should change in our lifestyle. 13-16 How long has it been since you were moved to tears by the thought of the grace of the Lord to you, a sinner? “above all things have fervent love for one another”. Sep 12, 1993. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. He expects us to exercise good stewardship of our time and talents. We should remember that we are here to help others and encourage them in the things of God. Their last-minute preparations were to no avail, and so they missed the opportunity to partake of the marriage feast. 1 Peter 1:3-5 Such a Secure Salvation. 22. By ourselves, it is almost impossible to win in this ongoing battle for the mind, because of the overwhelming influences of the world. Let us all therefore strive to cultivate a lifestyle of fellowshipping with other Christians. The Apostle Earns His Place of Service I Peter 1. The coming consummation of Christ’s return becomes an incentive for disciplined, watchful behavior. When we speak we should speak. I shudder when I hear that some churches are so ‘middle-class’ in their attitudes that no one ever visits anyone else without first having a formal invitation. Use hospitality one to another without grudging.' Therefore we really have to struggle hard against the tide to keep ourselves sober-minded. The Scattered Ones And Life As It Really Is I Peter 1. To watch unto prayer is to be spiritually alert and awake. Let us look at the firstA. We learned about the specific signs such as the regathering of the Jews in Israel, the five wars that Israel has fought from 1967 to 1985, and the more recent developments in Israel which is the war that is now going on between the Israelis and Palestinians.Our Lord Jesus Himself has given us the warning in Matthew 24:33 that when we see all these things, we should know that His coming is near, even at the doors. In today’s world more and more challenges are being made to our faith; from fellow employees, ungodly friends, or from those in the academic community. Be SoberTo be sober is to have a sound and clear mind. The topic of our message is 'What Should Our Lifestyle Be In These Last Days?' And it is important that we do, because life in the End times calls for the preservation of our relationships with other brethren. The end of all things is at hand. But with God's help, we can do it. In most churches the Pastor is considered the "elder" or "teaching elder." 1 Peter 4:7-11 teaches the third way we are to live godly lives: Accomplish the Will of God like Christ, page 5 of 6 around the theme 1 Peter 4:1-11 Living for God. However, when there is true love in a fellowship of God’s people. The Scattered Strangers I Peter 1. According to Romans 2:4, the goodness, forebearance and longsuffering of God must lead us to swift repentance.Let us begin today to change our lifestyle. Peter focuses his readers’ thoughts on realities. It must stand up to several tests: Our lifestyle should reflect a decreasing attachment to the things of this world, and an increasing attachment to the things of the Lord. The First Epistle Of Peter Sermon outlines based on the First Epistle of Peter. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. Our desire should be to see that, through the exercise of spiritual gifts, others are built up in their faith (. Our text this morning is 1st Peter chapter 4, verse 7. We come this morning to the end of our series on I Peter. How shameful it would be for us if He were to find us in this state! 2. We do not know what we should ask for in prayer and our minds seem to be confused. 3-5. Sep 19, 1993. When Jesus prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane, He came to His disciples expecting to find them awake and praying for Him, but instead He found them all asleep! Above all, […] Text: 1 Peter 4:7-11 Sermon Series: Strangers in a Strange Land (1 Peter) There are far fewer real Christians in America today than there are people who care nothing, or very little, for the commands of God. Have you lost your first love for the Lord and fallen in love with the world?Let us remember that all the things of this world will perish, and there is no point in investing our lives deeply in them. Sermon The Day Before the End of the World “The end of all things is near. The term 'charity' in v.8 means love - a brotherly, unconditional love. The Need for an Appropriate LifestyleDid our Lord Himself not command His disciples to be watchful and wise servants, who will be found faithfully doing their Master's will when He returns? All the practical exhortations of this passage are founded upon the truth that "the end of all things is at hand." Previous | Index | Next >> "THE FIRST EPISTLE OF PETER" Persevering Through Persecution (4:12-19) INTRODUCTION 1. 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