Sermons on Dark Days:

Missionary Day PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon encourages us to embrace humility, serve others selflessly, and live faithfully, as guided by the teachings in Philippians 2:3-4.

Good morning, dear family in Christ. It's a beautiful day to gather together in His name, to sit under the canopy of His grace, and to bask in the warmth of His love. We're here to open our hearts and minds to the Word, to allow it to wash over us, to refresh us, to challenge us, and to ultimately ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Topics: Mission

40 Days PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024

Explores Jesus' wilderness experience as a model for our own spiritual preparation and the transformative power of God's love in our trials.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as strangers, but as a family, united in the love of our Savior. We stand here, not as isolated individuals, but as a community bound by the shared belief in the transformative power of God's love ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Topics: Wilderness, Spirit

Mother's Day PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores Hannah's story as a testament to God's faithfulness, demonstrating the power of faith, hope, and honor in trusting God amidst life's trials.

Good morning! It is with great joy and gratitude that we gather here today, united by our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we come together, let us remember the words of the great Charles Spurgeon who once said, “I have a great need for Christ: I have a great Christ for my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27

Topics: Hannah's Dilemma

A Day For Remembering Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Nov 18, 2023

This Thanksgiving sermon emphasizes the importance of remembering and expressing gratitude for God's blessings.

At Thanksgiving time, I like to remember a diary entry from the great Bible commentator, Matthew Henry. He was once mugged on the streets of London. The entry in his diary for that day recorded the following thoughts: “I was mugged today. But Lord, you have taught us to be thankful in all ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:10-18

Topics: Thanksgiving, Gratitude, God's Faithfulness

Lamps For Christ! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 10, 2014

Jesus uses two great illustrations of what the Christian is. 1-Salt-To prevent decay and corruption, to flavor to living, to bring healing. 2-Light-To dispense and disperse light to a dark world!

Matthew 5:14-16-“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Why Darkness Cant Comprehend Light?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 9, 2015

To state the differences between the Light and darkness in this world.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you understand the Light - JESUS? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To state the differences between the Light and darkness in this world. IV. TEXT: John 1:5 (Amplified Bible) 1:5 And the Light shines on in the darkness, for the darkness has never overpowered ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paralysing Satanic Dogs

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009

In modern day Christianity, Egypt can be interpreted as the world and Pharaoh as the god of the world holding God’s people from worshipping God in Spirit and in truth. But with a strong hand, God’s people have to be delivered. My prayer today, is that all

PARALYSING SATANIC DOGS Dr. D. K. Olukoya Our message this week is entitled “Paralyzing satanic dogs.” I encourage you to read it prayerfully. Exodus 11: 4 -7 says, “And Moses said, “Thus saith the Lord, about midnight will I go out into the midst of Egypt. And all the first born in the land of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 11:4-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Bad Hair Day

Contributed by Bill Scott on Jul 5, 2013

a lesson from Samson in dropping our guard

They were an old couple who decided to go to the doctor as they were having more and more problems remembering things. The doctor gives them each a physical and says, "You're in great health for your age. You're just slowing down a bit, that's all. It's nothing serious. If you’re worried ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 7, 2008

What is a "counselor"? And what difference is Jesus as our "wonderful counselor" from the many good "counselors" listen to every day?

OPEN: The year was 1809. The world was in an upheaval. Napoleon was sweeping through Austria and soldiers from many countries were dying on the battlefield. The fate of entire kingdoms and nations hung in the balance and the world seemed on the very edge of collapse It was 1809... And in that ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian In Modern Times – The Last Days, And How To Live In Them – The Breastplate And Helmet - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 3, 2024

Believers are sons of light and sons of day and do not walk in darkness. The last days see increasing darkness, but we walk in the light of Jesus. The breastplate of faith and love and the helmet of the hope of salvation are vitally important.

THE CHRISTIAN IN MODERN TIMES – THE LAST DAYS, AND HOW TO LIVE IN THEM – THE BREASTPLATE AND HELMET - PART 3 We continue to look at living in these current days, one of turmoil and declining values and increasing opposition to godliness. [C]. ARMING OURSELVES FOR LIVING IN THE LAST ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:4, 1 Thessalonians 5:5-8, Genesis 1:1, Galatians 5:22-23, John 1:4-5, 1 John 1:5-7, 1 Corinthians 2:12-13, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 1 Corinthians 13:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strength For The Evil Hour

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 28, 2011

The Bible also has another name for the hour of darkness it calls it the evil day. This is made known in Ephesians 6:13 which says, “Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all to s

Wonderful God, we thank you for this time, it is so wonderful to be at your feet. Your feet are where people can gather and find true joy. We know that all the counterfeit joy of the world has no lasting effect. We pray that you visit us as we approach you. Lord, let your anointing fall upon us in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-53

Denomination: Pentecostal

From The Dark Of Night To The Dawn Of Light

Contributed by John Tung on Apr 10, 2007

Christ was buried in the dark of night, but his resurrection occurred in the dawn of light. Literally true. Spiritual applications to us.

FROM THE DARK OF NIGHT TO THE DAWN OF LIGHT Matthew 27:45-50; 28:1-6a I. Introduction Every church has an Easter story to tell. Here’s an Easter story from another church to share with you. “The call to worship had just been pronounced starting Easter Sunday Morning service in an East Texas ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Answer To The Stress Of Dark Valleys Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Oct 27, 2009

This is sermon #5 of the 23rd psalm. It focuses upon how GOD goes with us through our dark valleys.

Sermon Series: Sermons from Psalm 23 Sermon #05: God’s Answer to Dark Valleys Scripture Ref: Psalm 23:1-6 Psalm 23:4 ‘Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for THOU art with me, THY rod & THY staff, they comfort me.’ Introduction: In Verse 4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4-5

"while It Was Still Dark"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 3, 2023

A sermon for Easter Sunday about life in Christ.

“While it was Still Dark” John 20:1-18 Tolstoy has a story about the ever-present threat of death. A man was running from a bear, and to get away from it he jumps down a dry well, and clings to a small tree growing between the bricks on the side. But when he looks down, he sees a lion at the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Winter: Darkness My Closest Friend? Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 29, 2022

In the season of winter, often called the dark night of the soul, one finds that despite its cold, harsh, and often painful reality there is much one can do to honor God: pray, prune, wait upon the Lord and reflect on all things unseen.

Spiritual Rhythm Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The following sermon series is based on Mark Buchanan’s book, Spiritual Rhythm: Being with Jesus Every Season of Your Soul. There are seasons or “cycles of the heart” that each of us either by our own choices or more ...read more

Denomination: Baptist