The God Who Keeps Me from Falling

The Christian life can be a winding path marked by seasons of doubt, despair, and weakness. Peter’s first letter, written to dispersed believers in what is now Turkey, encouraged readers to stand firm in God’s grace. In this message, Alistair Begg examines the concluding verses of chapter 5, acknowledging that while believers will surely experience suffering in this life, it is God Himself who promises to meet us in our need, restore our brokenness, strengthen us in our weakness, and keep us safe and secure in Him.
Preached: 1/8/23
Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10-11

[@dubyredburndarling6334]

Wow! This message was just for me. I don't mean that in a conceited way. God knew exactly what I needed to hear and when. All glory goes to Him. I thank you dear Pastor Begg and Bob for being faithful to His service 😔🙏❤️

[@toddradfordjr.3669]

Well said, & Amen! 📖🙏🏻❤️🕯️✝️

[@j.santos7674]

It's awesome how that happens huh? I've witnessed it in my own life quite a few times. Amazing...amazing amazing God.

[@dubyredburndarling6334]

@@j.santos7674 Amen. All glory to God 🙌

[@dubyredburndarling6334]

@@tele-scope Yes! He's amazing!🙌

[@luChewy8458]

Amen!🙏

[@GaleGuthrie-ll2if]

Oh Peter🥰I thank GOD for Peter’s life, because I see myself there……,,,,, but GOD…… Your grace and longsuffering, your tender mercies you show your children. You do let us take a tumble here and there, but you reach down and tenderly bring your child back, upright. Only because of your great Love for us. Thank you Pastor Begg, for your faithfulness to preach GOD’S Word to us. ……something beautiful…….I pray that I will live a life to point the lost to our blessed SAVIOR, JESUS CHRIST🙏

[@Emg2463]

When I am in a low place....I pray this scripture...... "Rejoice not over me my enemy....for when I fall I shall rise, when I sit in darkness, the Lord will be a light to me. I will bear the indignation of the Lord, for I have sinned against Him. Until He pleads my cause and executes judgment for me. For He will bring me out into the light....and I will look upon His vindication." (Micah 7:8,9)

[@asarafricalimited7299]

AMEN

[@ritchievernon8099]

Love Alistair used to listen to him on the radio back in Indiana before I came to Boston when I was a courier delivery driver

[@brianmccutcheon3205]

As always a wonderful Holy Spirit inspired message with great insight. Thank you

[@RobRobertson1000]

Thank you for the constant Christ centred encouragement.

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

God has answered your prayers @RobRobertson never worry he is always with you

[@annelappalainen6193]

so need prayer

[@taresamongthewheat]

Anne .. praying 🙏 praying for you

[@mikepoteet1443]

God please get me through this hard time in my life amen 🙏.

[@markcalder4986]

Praying for you, Mike. He will get you through 26:35 for He is forever faithful.

[@janetdriver7435]

I hope all is going well for you, Mike, praying for you brother

[@Mimishearts]

Praying for you to get through your hard times Mike🙏🏼 Trust in the Lord and draw near to him, never cease praying🙏🏼 He is here for you❣️🙏🏼

[@laurarivera5875]

He will! I know. I have faced brutally hard times: a horrible marriage, losing a child cancer...not things I would choose but He is 100% sovereign over 100% of everything 100% of the time and He is developing in me (and you) through these things the image of Jesus which will be an eternal blessing Romans 8:29-30. May God bless you and keep you in His perfect peace Philippians 4:6-7

[@dlsdianalynnrn]

Joshua 1:9 Dear Mike, I know that months have past but I said a prayer for continued strength and peace in your life.

[@pauliberg3492]

amen, always the Word of God, always a necessity to listen, hear and read the Bible over and over again.

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

God has a plan for you @pauliberg be strong and have faith.

[@antcoll]

I listen to his sermons on the radio and just found this channel. Strong and clear messages that carry me through this walk in the realm of wickedness. Stay strong in Christ and do not be afraid. Pray for our brothers and sisters in need and help carry the cross.

[@charlesarbuckle7958]

I have done all these things and continue to wait on You my Lord, the good shepherd. Tis where my love lies where my righteousness is.

[@frankethomas1248]

_“Now unto him that is able to _*_keep you from falling,_*_ and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy, to the only wise God our Savior, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen”_ (Jude 1:24-25)

[@leonardoplatas9538]

My God always speaking at the right time 🙌🏼

[@Fisher-King]

18:00. "He's going to take care of it Himself, that's amazing". I love the expression on Pastor Begg's face (18:13) as he quotes this wonderful passage from the Word. We know exactly what he is feeling and share in the Same Love, Joy, Spirit, in Christ Jesus. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me; It is too high, I cannot comprehend it. The Joy of the Lord is our strength!

[@arlenecalderon8392]

Amen 🌹 🕊 Brother, Blessed be the Name of the LORD Jesus 🙏

[@tamaramalone1320]

What a great man of God

[@elizabethcurrey1476]

Lord bless pastor Alistair Pegg for the Precious Anointed Word of God

[@MrCoords]

I cant wait to run into the arms of Jesus!!

[@jazzman1626]

This amazing sermon made me cry like a baby. I cried as I prayed that He keeps me from ever falling away. Oh my goodness I so really needed this right at this time.

[@barbaragarriott2364]

He is able to save to the uttermost those who come to God thru Him for He ever liveth to make intercession for us Heb 7:25. our faithful Almighty advocate!JESUS

[@delawareteacher1182]

Thank you for a lifetime of godly living Alistair Begg.

[@pauliberg3492]

AMEN ., may this message be blessed .

[@diasporan4159]

Often I felt discouraged, disqualified, ready to give up to ministry, (personal and/or other reasons) . I still do... more than I should. THEN I come across a message like this....

[@lindyellinger920]

This was beautiful, thank you for this encouragement I needed this, God is good!!!

[@bryantotten2757]

Thank you Alastair!Challenged as always.May God continue His work in us to the time of completion.

[@charlottewhitmore7503]

As always I want to thank you Mr.Begg 💝 I’m blessed and grateful for your your teachings of Gods word. So much love and passion for God, I too do too. May God continue to bless us all everyone In Jesus Christ name In Jesus Christ Spirit All glory be to God forever Amen 🙏

[@Mimishearts]

Amen🙏🏼

[@revsuwarnasimonmall8268]

Blessed massage for me I

[@Thewanderer_378]

The Mainer is checkin' in!. Thanks for all you and your staff do. Have a great weekend. 🙏❤️🙏

[@arlenecalderon8392]

Amen 🌹 🕊 Thank you Pastor Allister for the rivers of spring water in my belly. 💙💕

[@tamaramalone1320]

Yes because God loves all His people and is not willing that even one soul perish. God is taking care of us all. Thank you Jesus!

[@OliveWeitzel]

You are such a blessing, Shepherd/ pastor Begg! THANK YOU for this message!

[@lesley-annevanzyl4584]

Thank you❤

[@Meteorcentric]

Thank you.

[@kenle4168]

God made us fall for a reason but some sad truth is some people stay that way >__

[@carolletourneau7222]

I give glory to our, marvellous Lord for his faithfulness ! Thank you and shalom !

[@Theranchhouse1]

thank you father for your servant Alistair...thank you Holy Spirit for speaking this truth through brother begg...😇❤

[@kimberlymartin2314]

Amen

[@stacyparker1532]

Man, I needed this. Thank you.

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

@stacyparker clean your tears God has heard your cry you will rejoice through out your stay here on earth trust in him and be courageous

[@gregattanasio3185]

AMEN .AMEN AMEN

[@carolletourneau9564]

I give glory to my Lord Jesus for his faithfulness ! What a blessing to have Him, Jesus, as my great Shepherd !

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

You are blessed @carolletourneau God has answered your prayers

[@jeanmccorkle1035]

Thank you. I needed this. Praise you, Jesus.

[@cathie223]

Thank you Pastor, for your teaching brought tears of remembrances how time and time again God has kept me in times of hardships and attacks by the evil one. The power of recall forms us, so when sudden turmoil strikes or unplanned events occur it is vital to recapture for replay our valuable historical life events; God‘s miracles and faithfulness in the past. It is those memories of moments in time that formed our internal beliefs and our spiritual conditioning system that can eliminate our doubts and distress, even in times we are left scratching our heads and wondering why God is allowing us to face difficult circumstances. Reflecting how God touched our lives strengthens and reaffirms our faith, and our security acknowledging God was capable and trust worthy back then, and He will sustain us again. Our knowledge of God and His Word enables us to see to life’s matters and one another through His eyes, God’s perspectives that help us to prevail in our frailty. There is a point we come to understand that we live in a fallen world, yet God is unchanged by that. He never abandons us, and will forever help us [back then, today and every tomorrow] through any pain or tragedy, and He use it to further mold us into a loving, and caring individual. 🙏 Lord, help us to resolve to remain steadfast even when the storms of Life come, for we know You will be with us to walk through it, just as You did back then for Your Precious Son Jesus who suffered far more than anyone of us. Psalm 77:11-15 11 I will remember the deeds of the Lord.
I will remember your ancient miracles. 12 I will reflect on all your actions
and think about what you have done. 13 O God, your ways are holy!
What god is as great as our God? 14 You are the God who performs miracles.
You have made your strength known among the nations. 15 With your might you have defended your people, the descendants of Jacob and Joseph. Selah

[@tanyalee1843]

Thank you Lord that while im dealing with heartache. I am comforted by listening to Pastor Begg share God's message

[@Mimishearts]

Praying for you Tanya🙏🏼 May God heal your heartache🙏🏼 Trust in Him Always, He is here for us ALL❣️🙏🏼

[@douglaswilliams1844]

It’s stunning that the church is so empty! This man is one of the greats!

[@secretstars]

I don’t know for sure, but this may be one of his Sunday evening messages, which are likely less attended than the morning services. Just a thought!

[@marciamcgrail5889]

They that miss out to come to His sanctuary, will never know what blessings they miss out.

[@15RunAway]

@@secretstars I think you are right...

[@fatimamaiga2099]

AMEN ❤

[@Promises101]

Compationate Honesty

[@reform95]

Thankful to hear these words that are the truth for our life. Worshipping with my local church this morning I am unable to do because of my own circumstances but I'm glad I can listen to these wise words that are the Truth For Life.

[@jimmyclassics4248]

Only JESUS Christ is my Savior “ Amen!!

[@billywymarra682]

Thanks brother Begg and team for this word and ministry.

[@taresamongthewheat]

Dear Alistair I would have loved to meet you in Cleveland Ohio but I wanted you to know I have listened to your sermons and at a time I was separated from my Australian husband due to a alcohol addiction that returned I was turning and running away from God . But God knows his own sheep and he corrected me taking me 7 months away from my beloved husband of 13 years in April. Thank God for non compromising men of God that has a backbone to speak the Truth in Love whether they like it or not ! Please will you keep the Australians in your prayers we areca small church family of many cultures that are now believers in Jesus by faith through the Grace of Jesus Christ. From Americans, Philippines,Germans,Greek, South America, Irish, Scottish, and jewish and Palestinian reformed we are the underground backyard believers that do not own a fancy church or have millions of followers . We allow God to give the increase and we have been through much persecution due standing For God's Truth . Keep fighting the Good fight of Faith my brother.. see you in eternity where I will get to give you a hug 🤗 and thank you . Stay strong big brother your sister in Jesus Christ .shalom

[@iofthetiger67]

At the feet of Jesus is where i will stay!!

[@dmchott]

Thank you Pastor Alistair Begg, and to all the leaders in Truth for Life Ministries! What a great ministry and a great blessing to hear solid, Biblical doctrine anywhere in the world! It is a great blessing to my personal spiritual growth and devotion time, and also a great blessing to share these FREE resources and the richness of the truth of God's Word with the lost and fellow believers I hope to encourage and strengthen, and even the women I hope to disciple!

[@markwilliams5606]

When you don't fall. Your not being tested. God will get your attention.

[@corriehordyk3342]

Amen! Glory to His name.

[@danvargas6334]

Thank you...

[@dekard641]

Praise be to he who is ever faithful. Who, despite ourselves, loved us by giving his life for us. Who continues to love us in his faithfulness. Without him, I would still be lost in the darkness. Without him, I would still have no hope. What once I never could find, I found in him. And even when I begin to feel the darkness and its despair begin to creep around me again, he shows himself. Praise be to he who is ever faithful.

[@handeyecoordinationskills]

Thank you pastor for a wonderful talk , praying to Jesus is our way to heaven , I also pray rosaries which are a beautiful way to pray to Jesus too , god bless

[@joanbenjamin6345]

Dear pastor Alistair, please get some rest for your vocal chords! We don't want to lose your wonderful messages!

[@kingswaydaughter7324]

The Lord will keep him….he sounds his normal Scottish self, loving the Word. I am so blessed by his continual teaching.

[@Promises101]

Ref8ne Your Sword;Mastered ,tempered

[@Promises101]

Power of the Glory of 5he Blood; life

[@tompurdy7426]

Thanks for this, it was just what I needed!

[@patriciahorelick6450]

What a timely sermon…many thanks

[@iofthetiger67]

Thank you, Pastor Allister 😊 ❤

[@Judithestears]

Getting back to Peter tonight!

[@Promises101]

Sharp Toung;truth

[@sharonkayser8212]

Thank you my dear brother in Christ. Your faithful service to His saints is a great blessing not unnoticed by us or Him! 1Corinthians 15:58 I thank God for you as I remember you in my prayers.

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

You are blessed @sharonkayser God plan for you has been activated give thanks to him always my dear friend

[@georgesmith1667]

watching and praying GodBless your church

[@jantienavisser2556]

❤💯👍Beautiful!

[@susantaylor6179]

Thank you Allester, been listening for over 10 years. ;)

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

Hello @susantaylor your prayers are all answered now God sent me to tell you so

[@RPSanAnto]

Amén

[@Biblecia]

“Wonderful Savior!” -another mended net.

[@bizzbuilder]

We are amazed when people walk behind Alastair while he is praying to God it doesn’t seem right

[@patrickbuglass973]

'Between Greeks and [other ethnicities], I have learned that there is no such thing as a 'gentlemen's agreement'.

[@brantbarker181]

literally.

[@Promises101]

Father forg8ve me

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

God has forgiven all your sins @promises you just need to give all your life to him and he will release his promises upon you

[@Promises101]

444

[@islewait6107]

🙏⚓⏳📖

[@gwentomlinson4205]

SATAN NEVER THWARTS GOD’S PLAN FOR YOUR LIFE. But Satan wants you to fall back in your addiction, or fret, or any number of things that weakens your trust in God’s sovereignty and power

[@trevorbates8972]

We are learning that the whole universe is a reflection of a superabundant electromagnetic energy so that all science has to reflect this. We also know that Jesus wants to harness within us our electromagnetic skeleton as the root of our existence...thereby use it for repair...rebirth...and everlasting life. This electromagnetic force is indestructible and well able to support us if we use it righteously.

[@jwright8838]

Could you please clarify the statement Pastor Begg made from 7:50 to 8:03 time stamp? I don't believe that the Pastor thinks that the enemy can thwart the will and plans of God, but it appears that a statement to that effect was made. I appreciate that he goes on to say that the enemy, at least, tries to do so, but the first statement is troubling.

[@dweiberg]

I don’t believe that was the case. Pastor was speaking about Peter as Peter addressed people in that time. From the perspective of the early believer it would have appeared that Gods plan may be thwarted. We have the incredible pleasure of being able to see scripture as a whole, while looking back on historical events and considering the future of what God has in store for His flock.

[@timothymiller3846]

I believe he said that also. It is troubling becaise it is not truthful doctrine if that’s the way he meant it. We believers know that Satan has NO power whatsoever over God the Father/God the Son/God the Holy Spirit-The Trinity. Satan can NEVER thwart the Lord almighty, Never! And to say so is not sound doctrine, if that’s the way he meant it

[@jazzman1626]

If Satan could have thwarted God’s plan, nobody would have been saved. He(Satan) made a concentrated effort as Our Lord hung on the cross, when he had people mocking Jesus, saying “He trusted on the LORD that he would deliver him: let him deliver him, seeing he delighted in him.” Psalm22: 8.

[@hopesmith2471]

When a Christian collapses for a long season can she still be picked back up by God? I think so; 5:10-11 seems to say so....?? 🤔

[@Promises101]

456

[@jennifercocharan4526]

You don't understand the emphasizes of Peter. He plays a important role. Evil is so powerful that only the son of man can defeat him. Humans in the flesh are not powerful enough..... He had to have Peter.

[@ginarachelle8153]

Peter putting on his garmets is not because he didnt want to see Jesus in his underwear. The garmets represent salvation. At that moment Peter truly believed. Therefoe putting om his garmet of salvation.

[@truthgiver8286]

“With or without religion, good people can behave well and bad people can do evil; but for good people to do evil - that takes religion.” Steven Weinberg

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

Hello @truthgiver you are special God has a plan for you have faith and pray always

[@truthgiver8286]

@@TruthforLifePrayerLine1 I am not conceited enough to think that I am any more special than the other 9 billion people on the planet. so no not really that special!

[@TruthforLifePrayerLine1]

@@truthgiver8286 my dear friend everyone on earth has a unique and special plan which God has tailored for each person and when ever he pleases he gives the grace to accomplish it.stay blessed

[@Promises101]

Bey9nd Human Aid

[@evapfeiffer8840]

Q

[@tinekedijk7385]

You look weary, pastor.

[@tom-kz9pb]

Look out, below! Religion is a lovely fairy-castle, floating in the clouds, with nothing really supporting it. Someday religion will be like the cartoon coyote who runs off a cliff, keeps on running for a while in the air, until he looks down and notices that he's run off a cliff, then he drops like a stone.

[@Beth-ju7nb]

That cartoon coyote will be you when you die, I’m afraid to say. Look out below yourself, before it’s too late!

[@donburnett8594]

Faith means not wanting to know what is true …

[@donburnett8594]

Their are no wackadoodle gods … never has even any gods… just ignorant people who still believe in a Bronze Age when more ignorant camel jockeys came up with fables and fairy tales… these same ignorant people thought the earth was flat and the sun revolved around the earth … on second thought their was one god … THOR … he still scares the 💩 out of me every time I hear him rumble 🌧️ and case lighting bolts ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️down at church steeples … Putting lighting rods on church steeples kind of shows a lack of faith don’t it ! You know their might have been this Jesus con artist … otherwise why would Vampires be so afraid of crosses ✝️

[@theluke56]

Now faith is the substance of things hope for, the evidence of things not seen.