The prophets, apostles, angels, and even the Holy Spirit Himself have as the focus of their interest and attention the gospel of our salvation.  Peter challenges us as "elect exiles" being sanctified through trials to have that same edifying, empowering, calming, happy-making focus on our salvation.  If the gospel is the focus of God, angels, and the best of men, wisdom dictates God's people have that same focus. An exposition of 1 Peter 1:10-12.

Kootenai Church: 1 Peter

Four Perspectives on our Great Salvation (1 Peter 1:10-12)

Peter says his readers are "obtaining as the outcome of your faith the salvation of your souls".  But how can Christians living through trial be said to be obtaining salvation?  Isn't salvation something that happened in the past, when they were converted?  In this sermon, we examine the ordo salutis to understand exactly which element(s) of our salvation we are presently "obtaining."

What is Salvation? (1 Peter 1:9)

Peter marvels at the love and faith of His readers in a Savior they have never seen and do not see now. What makes our obedient love and absolute trust in Christ so commendable to Peter? It's the fact that the object of our love and faith, the unseen Savior, does not communicate with us outside of His word. An exposition of 1 Peter 1:8.

Loving and Believing In the Unseen Christ (1 Peter 1:8)

A thorough theology of trials in the Christian life. Rejoice in your salvation, understand the nature of trials, realize the purpose of trials, and look forward to a reward for faithful endurance. An exposition of 1 Peter 1:6-7.

Joy, Purpose, and Reward through Trials (1 Peter 1:6-7)

This passage says God has “caused us to be born again...through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” What is the connection between the regenerating work of God and the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ?  This message attempts to answer that question by examining why we need to be made alive spiritually, and what exactly happened when Christ was raised physically.  Peter reveals a connection between these two events that encourages believers to endure suffering with joy and confidence as they live as aliens in a fallen world. An exposition of 1 Peter 1:3.

Regenerated Through the Resurrection of Jesus Christ (1 Peter 1:3)

What is our “living hope” and how do we receive it? An exposition of 1 Peter 1:3-5.

Our Living Hope (1 Peter 1:3-5)

A look at our great God of mercy. An exposition of 1 Peter 1:3.

The Misery of Man and the Mercy of God (1 Peter 1:3)

A look at the implications of the full title of “The Lord Jesus Christ.” A look at many reasons that God is worthy of our praise. An exposition of 1 Peter 1:3.

The God and Father of Our Lord Jesus Christ (1 Peter 1:3)

A look at what Luther called “the hinge upon which the whole [Reformation] turns,” the subject of “free will.” This message provides an exposition of 1 Peter 1:3 and a look at what Scripture says regarding the nature of man’s will. Is it free? Is salvation a matter of man’s own independent choosing, or is salvation the work of God? If you would like further reading on that subject we would recommend these: The Bondage of the Will by Martin Luther The Freedom of the Will by Jonathan Edwards The Plan of Salvation by B.B. Warfield Institutes of the Christian Religion, John Calvin, Book 2, Chapter 2

The Reformation and the Will of Man (1 Peter 1:3)

Sunday Morning Worship by Pastor/Elder Dave Rich.

The Sanctifying Work of the Spirit (1 Peter 1:2)

Peter says we are to “reside as aliens.” What does that mean and how do we do that? An exposition of 1 Peter 1:1-2.  

Residing As Aliens (1 Peter 1:1-2)

An exposition of 1 Peter 1:1-2 by Pastor Dave Rich.

Chosen According to the Foreknowledge of God (1 Peter 1:1-2)

This series of messages is an exposition of the book of 1 Peter taught by Dave Rich, a pastor at Kootenai Community Church.

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Kootenai Church: 1 Peter

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