Sermons on Agents Of Darkness:

Was It A Morning Like This? Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 4, 2022

Easter: This message shows how, through the resurrection, Jesus has brought light to our darkness and given us good news to share. Jesus seeks a personal encounter, and wants us to experience His resurrection power in our life.

Was It a Morning Like This? Luke 24:1-12 I have entitled our message, “Was It a Morning Like This?” Was it a morning like today when Jesus arose from the grave? I want to begin by reminding us how the resurrection is the event on which our faith is founded. In 1 Corinthians 15:16-17, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Depths Of Despair

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 6, 2022

This message looks at some Bible passages on the cave of despair. How do people tend to act when they find themselves in such a dark place? What do we need to do, in order for God to deliver us into a place of hope and life?

I want to get us started with our message this morning by sharing an illustration that I’ve used on numerous occasions: Back when I was in college, I used to go cave exploring with a friend as often as possible. Sometimes we went about twice a week. Well, one evening we followed a lead for a new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-10, 1 Kings 18:4, Psalm 142:5-7, John 11:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Thanks Be To God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

Paul cannot thank God enough for the blessings and joys of the victorious Christian life. It is a life where the enemies of the cross are defeated, and the captives of darkness are being led out into the light by Christ the conquering King, as He rides in His triumphal train.

The comedian Joe E. Brown lost his son in World War II. Captain Don Brown was a handsome and healthy strong boy with a quick mind and a flair for leadership. He was student president at UCLA, and student Colonel of ROTC. He was an ideal boy, and as far as father was concerned, the sun rose and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17

Growing In Our Faith

Contributed by Darrell Williams on Sep 22, 2021

God does not want us to be stagnant or ignorant about our faith. He would desire for all his people to keep moving forward toward Spiritual Maturity by growing in our faith in this world of darkness in which we live.

Growing In Our Faith – 2 Peter 1:1-11 5.5.19 by: Rev. Darrell Williams 2 Peter is obviously written by Peter – one of the disciples – the one we see in the Easter story and the one we discussed on Palm ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

In God We Trust?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 9, 2021

To serve God we need a holy respect and absolute trust. In dark nights of hard trials do we run to God or do we run away from him? Let us study some trust verses in the Bible.

IN GOD WE TRUST? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com OUR MONEY SAYS: IN GOD WE TRUST, is this a valid conclusion? There are several things that can seldom be recovered. A stone that is thrown, a word after it is said, a missed opportunity, wasted time, trust after it is lost. WHAT IF? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Psalm 20:1, Psalm 146:3, Jeremiah 17:7-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Battle For The Soul Of America: Progressivism Vs. Americanism

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

Time and again humanity on this Earth comes to the brink of collapse. We live in a world where there is a rather large pit of darkness. And many times a century from this pit flows a mammoth flood of evil, in many a form, threatening to crush civilization.

Time and again humanity on this Earth comes to the brink of collapse. We live in a world where there is a rather large pit of darkness. And many times a century from this pit flows a mammoth flood of evil, in many a form, threatening to crush civilization. Our present era is no different. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:19

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Call To Stand: Voting For Righteousness And Defending Truth Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Mar 23, 2025

We are living in a time when truth is being distorted, morality is under attack, and the very foundations of righteousness are being challenged. We are not called to sit on the sidelines. We are called to stand in the gap, to be the salt and light in a dark world, and to fight for righteousness.

A Call to Stand: Voting for Righteousness and Defending Truth Key Texts: Proverbs 14:34, Isaiah 1:17, Psalm 82:3-4, Matthew 5:13-16 Introduction We are living in a time when truth is being distorted, morality is under attack, and the very foundations of righteousness are being challenged. But ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God’s Faithfulness: Trusting Him Through Life’s Seasons

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 22, 2025

Seasons may change, but God remains ever faithful. In times of joy or sorrow, gain or loss, light or darkness—He is trustworthy. Your confidence in God must not be based on what you feel but on what you know of His character.

GOD’S FAITHFULNESS: TRUSTING HIM THROUGH LIFE’S SEASONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23 “It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1, ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pursuing Righteousness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 28, 2025

Righteousness is a journey that requires dedication and dependence on God. By pursuing righteousness, we grow closer to God, reflect His character, and become lights in a dark world. Let us prioritise righteousness, trusting God to guide and sustain us in this pursuit.

Title: PURSUING RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:22 "Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart." Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:6, Proverbs 21:21, 1 Timothy 6:11, Isaiah 51:1, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22, Matthew 5:6, Proverbs 21:21, 1 Timothy 6:11, Isaiah 51:1, Philippians 3:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rise And Shine: Embrace The Light SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Though the world may be shrouded in darkness, you don't have to be. Rise up, pray, study the Word, and engage in true fellowship with the Light. As you do, you'll find yourself covered in God's sunrise glory.

The book of Isaiah holds great significance in the Old Testament, as it contains prophecies and revelations about Jesus Christ long before His arrival on earth. In Isaiah 60:1-2, the prophet Isaiah receives a revelation from God, where he sees darkness covering the earth and its people. This ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-2

Topics: Prayer, Bible Study, Fellowship

01. Simple Faith And A Cry For Revival (1 Samuel 1) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Every great move of God in history has begun with a crisis. Whether it was the captivity in Egypt before the Exodus, the spiritual decline before the Reformation, or the darkness before the Great Awakenings, God often allows desperate circumstances to precede divine intervention.

Simple Faith and the Cry for Revival February 26, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 1 Introduction: The Birth of a Prophet – Hannah’s Faith and the Cry for Revival Every great move of God in history has begun with a crisis. Whether it was the captivity in Egypt ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Broken Opportunities (And Harry Potter, Too)

Contributed by Tony Myles on Jul 26, 2005

There are broken opportunities all around us where we can join God in reaching a dark world. If we are all originally made in His image, then we can help uncover that image in others as we bear His image to the world.

Broken Opportunities Genesis 1, 3 Good morning! · It’s a blessing to be back to share with you again. The last time I was here I took you through the whole Bible. Where do you go from there? · Genesis, chapter 1. Genesis 1: God’s image · In the first statement in Genesis, God is seen as the ...read more

Denomination: *other

Grace That Leads Us On

Contributed by Ian Johnson on May 11, 2006

The Spirit of Grace & Supplication wants us to move from the darkness of the world we live in, and into the realm of Glory where he lives. Or put another way he wants us to return to the Glory we had in Adam before the fall.

He, The Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Grace and supplication. He brings conviction then shows favour to the convicted ones heart so they can respond, He is also the Spirit of supplication, causing words to rise up in the sinners heart in order to become right with a Holy God! ZEC 12:10 ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 12:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am Not Ashamed Of The Gospel

Contributed by Monte Brown on Apr 20, 2010

The gospel is The Good News of Jesus Christ. It has been around for over 2,000 years. Literally millions of messages have been preached about the gospel. It has been shared in the dark cold streets to the beggar and in palaces with all their gl

Introduction The gospel is The Good News of Jesus Christ. It has been around for over 2,000 years. Literally millions of messages have been preached about the gospel. It has been shared in the dark cold streets to the beggar and in palaces with all their glory to Kings and noblemen. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

Following The Good Shepherd

Contributed by C Jordan on Jan 20, 2008

Psalm 23 describes the life journey we are on. “The first part introduces our shepherd to us; part two describes the hills that are the up times in our lives; the third part of the Psalm brings our journey into the dark valley..."

FOLLOWING THE GOOD SHEPHERD OPENING – HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE: For the past couple of weeks we’ve been talking about the importance of getting into God’s Word. SOAP JOURNALLING: (courtesy of Wayne Cordeiro and the Life Journal) S - Scripture - write out the Scripture God speaks to you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: *other