Sermons

Here are is a list of the recent sermons preached at St Peter the Fisherman.

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Perfect Love Casts Out Fear

Jesus’ transfiguration tells us how to be brave. When we know God’s love and experience God’s love we are then empowered to share this love. Sermon preached by Peter Tepper at St Peter the Fisherman, New Smyrna Beach, Florida on 2 March 2025. Text: ⁠Luke 9:28-36⁠

Embracing Forgiveness

Forgiveness requires acknowledging the wrong, understanding God’s sovereignty, and letting go of bitterness. The Holy Spirit will transform us and give us the power to forgive. Let us forgive as we have been forgiven by God. Genesis 45:3-11,15. Sermon preached by Peter Tepper at St Peter the Fisherman, NSB on 23 February 2025.

Are You Happy?

“Are You Happy?” explores the concept of happiness from a Christian perspective, emphasizing that true happiness is possible, fundamental, and found indirectly. Here are the key points: Psalm 1; Jeremiah 17:5-10; Luke 6:17-26

The Wonder of the Word

When Jesus did the miraculous catch of fish, his miracles gathered God’s people. Miracles grew God’s people. Miracles caused God’s people to spread the Good News. May you encounter awe and wonder as God works in your life. Text: Luke 5:1-11 Sermon preached by Peter Tepper on 9 February, 2025 at St Peter the Fisherman, New Smyrna Beach, FL.

Covenant : God Promises and God Acts

Summary: Peter Tepper’s sermon explores the concept of covenant in the context of the Presentation of Christ. He begins by sharing a personal story about meeting his wife, illustrating the idea of covenant through their relationship. Tepper emphasizes that covenants are rare in modern times but are crucial for understanding the Bible. Key Points:

Going in the Power of the Spirit

Jesus began his ministry by being empowered by the Spirit. If Jesus, needed the Holy Spirit, how much more do we need him. This talk looks at the identity of the Holy Spirit (who he is). The importance of the Holy Spirit (what and why he does what he does), and the gift of the Holy Spirit (how we receive the gift of the Spirit). Text: ⁠Luke 4:14-21⁠ Sermon preached on 26 January 2025 by Peter Tepper and St Peter…

From Boring to Breathtaking

Jesus is far from boring. Jesus chose the location and style of his first miracle to be a wedding. He is the “Lord of the Feast.” God’s preeminent self-disclosure is in Christ Jesus. Text: John 2:1-11 Sermon preached on 19 Jan 2025 by Peter Tepper at St Peter the Fisherman, New Smyrna Beach, FL.

Expectation and Experiencing God’s Love

When Jesus was baptized in the Jordan, the people were in expectation. They were inquiring who is God and can he be known. John the Baptist promised us that Jesus’ would baptize us with the living flame of God’s love. Sermon preached on 12 January 2025 by Peter Tepper at St Peter the Fisherman, New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Text: ⁠Luke 3:15-17,21-22⁠

Christ the Craftsman

Father Garrett Puccetti’s sermon on December 29, 2024, reflects on the restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral and draws parallels to the spiritual restoration offered by Christ. Here are the key points: Father Puccetti’s sermon is a powerful reminder of the hope and restoration offered through Christ, drawing on historical and contemporary examples to illustrate his message.

The Power of Yes

When Mary said yes to God. She said yes to an unbelievable miracle, unimaginable vulnerability, and incredible salvation. May our “Yes” to God this season lead to something incredible, God making his dwelling among us.

Look Down, Look Up

This sermon focuses on the dual aspects of Advent: recognizing our own shortcomings (looking down) and embracing God’s love and grace (looking up). We self-examine by looking down. 1. What do we rely on? 2. What do we obey? We embrace God’s grace by looking up. 3. Relax into his grace. 4 Expect God to do immeasurably more than we could ask, think or imagine this Advent. Text: ⁠Luke 3:7-18⁠ Sermon preached by Peter Tepper on 15 Dec 2024 at…
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