Sermon Archive

Part 8: Divinely Protected

In one of the more amusing stories in the New Testament, Peter is miraculously released from prison. As he arrives at the home where people are praying for his release, the shock and confusion remind us that even when confronted with a miracle, our first reaction is often doubt. Acts 12:1-19

Part 7: Called to Lead

Peter played a crucial role during Pentecost. Recognizing the significance of the event, Peter stood up and addressed the crowd, explaining that what was happening was the fulfillment of prophecy from the Book of Joel while proclaiming the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Acts 2:14-41

Part 6: A New Vision

In a pivotal moment, Peter realizes the breaking down of barriers between Jews and Gentiles, emphasizing that God’s salvation is available to everyone. Acts 10:9-16

Part 5: Re-Formation

Jesus has a crucial interaction with Peter, who had previously denied Him three times. The encounter highlights themes of redemption and the importance of love and responsibility in following Jesus. John 21:1-23

Part 4: Epic Meltdown

One of the defining moments in the life of Peter is his denial of Jesus, not once but three times. How could someone so committed to Jesus, fail so miserably? Matthew 26:69-75

Part 3: Impluse Power

Peter’s impulsivness reflects a passionate, deeply human character who struggles between faith and fear, often acting on instinct rather than careful thought. This duality makes him a relatable figure, illustrating the complexities of devotion and the journey of faith. Matthew 16: 21-17:9

Part 2: Key Holder

Many of us struggle with deciphering god’s will for our lives. Peter, on the other hand, received from Jesus a call that marks a turning point, establishing Peter’s leadership role in the church. Matthew 16:13-20 **We had technical difficulities with the camera feed during recording. The video is PowerPoint only.

Part 1: Bold Beginnings

From the very beginning, Peter stood out. He was outspoken, brash, and even intolerable. He wasn’t afraid to stand out, even when it meant taking a risk. This illustrates how his boldness sometimes outweighed his caution. Matthew 14:24-33

Part 3: The Stone is Rolled Away

To those of the ancient world, the stone over a grave reminded everyone of the finality of death. Like the weight of that stone, the burden of death casts a long shadow over the living. Mark 16:1-6

Part 2: When Darkness Descends

Sometimes, the consequences of our actions become clearer after the fact. For one Roman soldier, the death of Jesus confirmed something he felt all along. Luke 23:44-49

Compassion Canada

The ministry of Compassion was featured with a special presentation by Jacob Moon.Over the last 70 years, Compassion revolutionized the fight against global poverty by partnering with local churches to meet the unique and urgent needs of children living in poverty. Psalm 35:10; Matthew 10:42; Psalm 82:3; Galatians 4:4-6; Micah 6:8