Sermons on Being Light:

Cost Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Tim Barrett on Jul 5, 2004

Expository sermon which outlines the cost of discipleship in light of what Christ has done for us.

The cost of discipleship Illustration: John Wesley and the Moravians. - during the storm the Moravians had a peace and were singing to God - they were totally committed to God and therefore they knew their lives were in Gods hands - John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

That I Should Boast - Ash Wednesday Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 24, 2009

As examination of Issac Watt’s "When I Survey The Wondrous Cross" in light of relevant Scripture.

That I Should Boast, Galatians 6:14 Introduction A young boy complained to his father that most of the church hymns were boring and old-fashioned, with tiresome words that meant little to his generation. His father challenged him with these words: “If you think you can write better hymns, why don’t ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Christian Church

The Kind Of Church God Wants Us To Be

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 23, 2016

How can we be the church Jesus wants us to be? 1. Lift up the light of the Lord (vs. 21-22). 2. Tune in to God's truth (vs. 23-25). 3. Be willing to work with God (vs. 26-29). 4. Trust God to grow His Kingdom (vs. 30-32).

The Kind of Church God Wants Us to Be Mark 4:21-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Oct. 9, 2016 *Christians: We are part of the most important organization the world will ever see: The Church of the living God! *Many of you have heard my favorite description of God's Church. It ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-32

Denomination: Baptist

Clear The Way, Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 4, 2025

John’s introduction of Jesus demonstrates His glory and responsibility of being fully God. So because He is God He cannot be overpowered by our flaws or our own sinful choices. In effect, it means that because of Who He is, even our darkest wickedness cannot outshine the light that Jesus brings!

John, Part 1 Series: Clear the Way, Part 1 John 1:1-5 - This morning, we are going to kick-off our study into the Gospel of John - I never want to assume that we all have the same knowledge … intro: • A young Jewish man; referred to as youngest Apostle (late teens / early 20s) • He was the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Psalm 90:2, Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Demand Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Oct 27, 2006

Being followers of Jesus Christ

In 1174 the Italian architect Bonnano Pisano began work on what would become his most famous project: A separately standing bell tower for the Cathedral of the city of Pisa. The tower was to be eight-stories and 185-foot-tall structure. There was just one "little" problem: builders quickly ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Until The Whole World Hears" Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Feb 19, 2011

Being clothed with the power of God.

Until the Whole World Hears Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church 20 Feb 2011 Acts 1:4-11 We saw last week from verse 1 that the first volume of Luke's two-volume work, the Gospel According to Luke, dealt with all that Jesus BEGAN to do and to teach (Acts 1:1), which implies that the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Idle Living Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

Not being idle in the christian life

Idle Living - 1 Peter 4 July 20, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 4. We want to continue on in our study of the book of 1 Peter. Remember that Peter is writing to give practical help to Christians dealing with daily problems. He starts by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Spirit Weeps Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 19, 2008

Exposition of Ephesians 4:29-32 in light of the passage in the covenant that deals with gossip, feuding, and grudges

Text: Eph 4:29-32, Title: When the Spirit Weeps, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/17/08, PM A. Opening illustration: The fine line between keeping Mackenzie from being a little mama and being a tattletale B. Background to passage: We now continue in the covenant series with tonight’s message related to a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (Vi) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 10, 2021

Mid-tribulation position (Prewrath) is analyzed in light of Scripture and Scholarship. Strengths and weaknesses of this eschatology are examined.

Will Christians go through the tribulation period? That is the question we are engaging in this study. The futurist camp which we are a part of entertains three possible answers: pretribulationists believe the rapture of the church will occur before the tribulation period begins. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:2-3, Revelation 19:7-8, Ephesians 5:25-27, Revelation 6:15-17, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 12:13-17, 1 Corinthians 15:50-58, Revelation 11:12-15, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Why Win Souls

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Jan 13, 2026

Someone once asked the great preacher Lyman Beecher, “Mr. Beecher, what do you consider the greatest thing a human being can do or be?” Without hesitation, he replied, “The greatest thing of all is for one human being to bring another human being to Christ.”

WHY WIN SOULS? Pastor Joel Bernardino – January 13, 2026 Someone once asked the great preacher Lyman Beecher, “Mr. Beecher, what do you consider the greatest thing a human being can do or be?” Without hesitation, he replied: “The greatest thing is not that one should be a scientist—important as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Mark 16:15

Aliens From Outer Space Or Demons From Hell - Are Ufo’s And Alien Beings In The Bible? A 2-Part Message

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 7, 2021

Many stories in the Bible are attributed to alien/extraterrestrials or alien technology. What does the Bible say?

Part 1 There has been a significant increase in stories in the news media regarding the sighting of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and congressional hearings with alarming eyewitness testimony. The question has arisen: are UFOs manmade holographic projections, or are they Inter-dimensional ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9, 2 Peter 3:10, Romans 8:19-22, Ezekiel 1:22-28, Romans 8:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Caring For Creation… Without Worshipping It Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

To help us understand our responsibility to environmental concerns in light of God’s heart and word.

We’re continuing this morning in our series entitled Holding Out Hope for a Wounded World. - In particular this morning I want to help us understand our responsibility to environmental concerns in light of God’s heart and word. …The topic of environment may strike many of us in different ways. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Small Group Leader Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Nov 29, 2001

Jesus longs to be present as the center of our gatherings, just as he promised, to be light and to give life.

The Real Small Group Leader Pastor Jim Luthy Last week, I mentioned the optimum group size was probably between 2-12 people. That being said, I’m sure any of you who have worked with a group of others would agree there are times when it seems the optimum group size is one. Working with others ...read more

Scripture: John 3:26-30, Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Nature Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006

Jesus has called us to be the light of the world, and as such, we are to shine brightly for all to see.

The Nature of a Disciple: Light Text: Matt. 5:14-16 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 5:14-16 2. Illustration: Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Methodist

A Greater Than Edison Is Here!

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 28, 2007

The Light has come to dispell the darkness of the humna heart. Come, walk in His self-revelation.

A Greater Than Edison Is Here! Isaiah 9:2,6-7 AS WE MAKE OUR JOURNEY THROUGH THE ADVENT SEASON, one symbol is preeminent—LIGHT! Tree lights, candle lights, houses, buildings, and malls decorated with lights. Perhaps it’s a parable of our times that we are rarely without ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Wesleyan