Exalt the King with Todd Friel

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What Makes Jesus the Most Precious Treasure of All | 1 Peter 2:4–8 Oct 12, 2026

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What makes Jesus more precious than everything else you value? Preaching from 1 Peter 2:4–8, Todd Friel examines seven facets of Christ that reveal why He is worthy of your trust, worship, and devotion. Discover how seeing Jesus as the living, precious Cornerstone can strengthen your faith, change your priorities, and give you confidence when the world rejects you.

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Why These Sins Are A Threat To Christian Unity | 1 Peter 2:1-3 Oct 05, 2026

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God’s commands aren’t designed to weigh Christians down; they’re given for our good. Todd Friel explains why 1 Peter 2:1-3 commands believers to remove five sins that threaten relationships and church unity. See how regularly consuming God’s Word and remembering His kindness can help you take out the spiritual garbage and replace it with godly character.

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Why Churches Die Without This One Component Sep 28, 2026

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Why should Christians love people they don’t naturally click with? Preaching from 1 Peter 1:22–25, Todd Friel explains why genuine Christian love isn’t based on personality, preferences, or common interests. Discover how remembering God’s love for you can help you forgive, serve, sacrifice, and fervently love your brothers and sisters in the church.

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Fear God and You’ll Fear This Much Less | 1 Peter 1:17–21 Sep 21, 2026

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Should Christians fear God if He is their loving Father? Preaching from 1 Peter 1:17–21, Todd Friel explains the difference between being terrified of God and having a healthy, reverential fear of Him. Discover how fearing God can strengthen your obedience, weaken your fear of man, and deepen your love for Christ.

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Want to Be Happier? Pursue Holiness | 1st Peter 1:13-16 Sep 14, 2026

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What if holiness isn’t a burden, but the true path to the joy, peace, and purpose? Preaching from 1 Peter 1:13–16, Todd Friel explains why Christians are called to reject the empty promises of the world, set their hope on Christ, and pursue holiness. Discover why God’s commands don’t rob you of the good life—they lead you toward it.

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Why Your Worst Day Is Still Worth Rejoicing Over | 1 Peter 1:10-12 Sep 07, 2026

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What do you have that Moses, Isaiah, and the Old Testament prophets desperately longed to see? Todd Friel explores the remarkable privilege of knowing Christ on this side of the cross and why Peter reminds suffering Christians not to take their salvation for granted. When you understand just how much God has given you, even your hardest days can become occasions for joy, humility, and steadfast hope.

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Why God Allows Christians to Suffer | 1 Peter 1:6-9 Aug 31, 2026

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Why would a loving God allow His children to suffer? In this message from 1 Peter 1:6–9, Todd Friel explains Peter’s surprising perspective on persecution and trials. Discover how God uses suffering to accomplish far more than we can see—and why understanding His purpose changes the way we endure life’s hardest seasons.

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The Eternal Promise Every Christian Needs To Remember | 1 Peter 1:3-5 Aug 24, 2026

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When life is filled with suffering, uncertainty, and disappointment, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. In this message from 1 Peter 1:3–5, Todd Friel reveals the eternal promise that sustained the early church—and still anchors believers today. Discover why remembering your living hope and eternal inheritance changes the way you face every trial.

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The Forgotten Truth Every Discouraged Christian Needs | 1 Peter 1:1-2 Aug 17, 2026

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What keeps a Christian steady when culture grows darker and life feels increasingly uncertain? In this message from 1 Peter 1:1–2, Todd Friel reveals the forgotten truth that gave hope to the early church—and still anchors believers today. If you’ve been feeling discouraged, anxious, or unsettled by the world around you, this sermon will remind you where lasting peace is found.

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The Christian Manifesto for Living in a Hostile World Aug 10, 2026

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When Christians face hostility and persecution, our instinct is often to ask what we should do, but 1 Peter confronts us with a deeper question about who we should be. Todd Friel reveals why your holiness, submission, and hope matter when the pressure rises and the world is watching. Learn how God can use even suffering and seemingly mundane obedience to advance the gospel and glorify Christ.

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Exalt the King would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners.

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If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!