1 Peter – Seventh Reformed Church

1 Peter: The Epistle of Hope

With 1 Peter 1:13, we continue our study of Bible books. The first epistle of Peter was written to Jewish believers who had been enduring heavy persecution for their faith. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches live through Christ-filled hope, be God’s holy temple through Christ’s sacrifice, build a fellowship of Christlike love, suffer as servants of Christ, and shepherd…

The Heidelberg Catechism (14): The Divine Anointing of Christ and Christians [Lord’s Day 12]

In 1 Peter 2:4-10, Peter describes the calling of all Christians. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the anointing in the Old Testament; the anointing of Jesus Christ, the Anointed of God; the anointing of believers; and…

From Guilt to Gratitude [Part 2]

Psalm 32:1-11 and 1 Peter 1:3-9 explains the gratitude of all those whose sins are forgiven. Rev. Bill Fennema declares the solace of the redeemed, the school or instruction of the redeemed, and the celebration of the redeemed. The majesty, power, and glory of God are on display in His gift of salvation to the redeemed! “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus…

Cast All Your Anxieties upon Him

In 1 Peter 5:1-11, we find the remedy for overcoming anxiety. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven explains the humility that is required, the honor that will come, and the assurance of Divine care. “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”