Frankston Presbyterian Church

How can we be confident that God hears and answers our prayers? In Psalm 17, David prays with remarkable assurance. As we explore this psalm together, we'll discover how those who trust in Christ become the apple of God's eye and can approach God with confidence.

As Peter concludes his letter, he gives a final call to embrace the path Christ walked—from suffering to glory. This sermon considers the three charges: be humble under God’s mighty hand, be on guard against the devil, and be assured of God’s grace.

How does Jesus care for his people as they journey through this world toward glory? In 1 Peter 5:1-5, Peter reminds us that the Chief Shepherd has not abandoned his flock. Christ provides shepherds to lead, feed, and protect his people, and calls his church to humble submission and mutual care.

Most of us assume suffering is something to avoid. But what if some suffering is a mark of belonging to Christ? In 1 Peter 4:12-19, Peter helps believers understand the purpose of suffering, the privilege of bearing Christ's name, and the confidence that comes from trusting a faithful Creator.

What defines your life—your past, your culture, or your Saviour? In 1 Peter 4:1–6, Peter shows that Christ’s suffering for our sin reshapes our identity and allegiance. Christians no longer live for old desires but for God’s will, even when that change brings opposition, rejection, and social cost.

What defines your life—your past, your culture, or your Saviour? In 1 Peter 4:1–6, Peter shows that Christ’s suffering for our sin reshapes our identity and allegiance. Christians no longer live for old desires but for God’s will, even when that change brings opposition, rejection, and social cost.

What do we do when faithfulness to Christ costs us? The temptation is to retaliate, withdraw, compromise, or fall silent — reactions driven by fear. But 1 Peter 3:8-22 calls us to something better. Because Christ has suffered and now reigns, his followers are to live, speak, and endure with confident hope.

1 Peter 3:1-7 speaks into the heart of Christian marriage. How does the gospel shape husbands and wives? We’ll see how Christ transforms our conduct, redefines true beauty, and calls us to live together in a way that displays grace to a watching world.

1 Peter 2:18-25 speaks into the reality of unjust suffering. How do we respond when treated unfairly? We’ll see how the gospel shapes our endurance—enabling us to rest in God’s approval, follow Christ’s example, and display the reality of Jesus to a watching world.

Death feels inevitable. But what if resurrection is just as certain? In 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, we see that because Jesus is the first fruits, the second Adam, and rose on the third day, his resurrection guarantees ours. The risen Christ makes our future rising not wishful thinking—but inevitable.

Colossians 1:21-23 provides a wonderful summary of the gospel message, showing us why we need Jesus’ death: it lays out our predicament in sin, the solution God provides in Christ, and the response we are called to make.

If a believer’s ultimate allegiance is to King Jesus, how should we live under earthly authorities that don’t share His values? In 1 Peter 2:13–17, we’ll see the attitude God calls us to embrace, and how gospel-shaped submission becomes a powerful witness in a watching world.

How do followers of Jesus make a positive difference in a world that doesn’t accept or appreciate us? In 1 Peter 2:11-12, we’re given a surprisingly simple strategy that takes its cues from Jesus himself. We’ll learn how our identity shapes our conduct and witness in the world today.

To many looking on, the Christian church appears weak and insignificant. But in 1 Peter 2:4-10 we see God’s incredible vision for his church in the world. God is building something remarkable through ordinary believers—a living temple and a royal priesthood built on one cornerstone: Jesus Christ.

For believers in Jesus, God doesn’t just secure our future—he sustains us in the present. In 1 Peter 1:22–2:3, we see that he has given us everything we need for the journey: new life through his word, new love in his family, and a new longing that leads to growth.

What are you really living for? And how does your future hope shape your life today? In 1 Peter 1:13–21, we’ll see how the gospel corrects our spiritual short-sightedness—calling us to activate, live out, and ground our hope in Christ’s return and the costly redemption that secures our eternal future.

The Christian hope transforms our experience of suffering. 1 Peter 6-12 shows us that trials are not pointless or permanent—they refine our faith and deepen our love for Jesus. Come and see how hope gives joy, purpose, and strength in hardship.

Everyone lives with hope—a future anticipation that gives purpose. However, many of our hopes are uncertain, unattainable and don’t last. The gospel gives us the hope of a glorious future that is certain and lasts forever, because it’s based on an event that has already happened in history.

Sometimes following Jesus makes life harder, not easier—from being thought of as strange to facing real opposition. How do you keep going when faith leads to rejection? In 1 Peter 1:1-2, Peter sets the theme of the letter, reminding us that we are God’s chosen people—elect exiles—living in the world, but belonging to another.

How seriously should we take sin—and why does Jesus speak so starkly about it? In Mark 9:42-50, Jesus warns of a hidden danger, points to consequences we’d rather avoid thinking about, and calls for a radical response. What’s at stake if we ignore his words?

In Mark 9:14-29, a desperate father prays one of the most honest prayers in Scripture: “I believe; help my unbelief.” Here we see how Jesus meets doubts with compassion and invites helpless people to depend on his power through prayer.

The transfiguration of Jesus briefly reveals who he truly is, yet it is sandwiched between passages that speak of suffering and rejection. What does this moment mean for those who follow him today? In Mark 9:1-13, we are invited to see Jesus more clearly—and to listen to him.

Many people think they see Jesus clearly. But what if we only see fragments? In Mark 8:22-30, Jesus heals a blind man in stages, which reveals what's necessary to understand Him. And then Jesus asks a question that reveals whether we truly understand. Come and see for yourself.

Jesus miraculously provides bread again, and then warns his disciples about the “yeast” that blinds people to who he truly is. In the miracle Jesus reveals his compassion and power. But in the warning he reveals a heart problem that only he can fix.

The story of Herod and John the Baptist is one of the saddest moments in Mark. But not for the reasons you might expect. What was the opportunity placed before Herod? And why did he miss it? This passage invites us to consider how we respond to God’s word.