“We go for a walk to remember that there is more informant things to remember." In part eighteen of the First Peter verse-by-verse series Mark Vanderwier reflects on God as the gift-giver; looking not just at what He is giving, but the One giving the gift. We see that God gives grace to those who choose humility because He cares for them. The simple reminder to us is that sometimes we need to take a walk to set our minds on these things.

“When the Great Shepherd appears, you will receive a crown of never ending glory and honour." In part seventeen of the First Peter verse-by-verse series we enter into the fifth and final chapter of Peter's letter. Catherine Baird joins us again to recite chapter five from memory, and Zach Brown looks at the Great Shepherd and His flock that know and need Him to lead them into greener pastures. He is calling you. Will you put your full trust in Him?

“The fire is not proof of God’s absence, it may be evidence of His refining work in you." In part sixteen of the First Peter verse-by-verse series Gary Watson talks about ancient Rome's great fire and what it meant for Christians at the time. Gary looks at powerful examples where passing through fire leads to rejoicing, refining, and rebirth; reminding us that fire in the hands of our Saviour is never wasted!

“Sometimes we spend way more time trying to figure out what are gifts are rather than doing anything with them." There is a preoccupation on the word soon. In part fifteen of the First Peter verse-by-verse series Mark Vanderwier looks at Peter's practical instructions on how to be earnest in our prayers and show deep love for one another.

“Those who have suffered [for Christ] in the flesh are free from the penalty, power, and the presence of sin." Part fourteen of the First Peter verse-by-verse series begins with Catherine Baird reciting the entire fourth chapter from memory. Mark Vanderwier then looks at the massive win achieved with Christ's suffering and the powerful example of the martyr Polycarp; encouraging us to arm ourselves with the mindset of Christ - ready for everything that may come.

“You can do all things good and still end up suffering for it." In part thirteen of the First Peter verse-by-verse series Mark Vanderwier looks at the final verses of chapter three. Here we see the themes of suffering to a better end and a call live a life immersed in Christ.

“Jesus doesn’t promise a life without storms; He promises us Himself in the middle of each storm." In part twelve of the First Peter verse-by-verse series Gary Watson looks at those who are persecuted and suffer for righteousness. This message focuses primarily on 1 Peter 3:13-17 and looks at the example of Martin Luther.

“No matter what we’ve been through...we are never alone when we have a relationship with Jesus.” Christ has called us to be over-comers, but what do we have to overcome, how do we overcome, why do we overcome, and what is an overcomer? In this week's message Zach Brown looks at these questions and the promises waiting for those who overcome.

“When you think different from someone else, realize it’s not wrong, just different." - Charlie DeBoer. Part eleven of the First Peter verse-by-verse series looks primarily at 1 Peter 3:8-9. Join Mark Vanderwier as he dissects Peter's instructions to everyone.

“Are we living with a great expectation of what’s to come?” In this week's message we start things off a little differently celebrating Sharon and Charlie DeBoer and their time with us at Kingsway as they step into a new chapter of their lives. Then Zach Brown takes a look a 1 Peter and the hope of eternal life found in Christ! He is eagerly waiting for you!