Sermons on Dark Place:

Preparing A Vacant Church For The Next Step

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Aug 26, 2008

Outliing the need to work together even when there are people we do not like are part of the team. Put the armour of light on and bury the clock of darkness.

A church that has a vacancy can often cause worry to its members especially nowadays as we search for the right person to come and fill the vacancy. In the days of old, it used to be a whole lot easier to fill a vacant pulpit; we went to the Union and asked them who they had available? Who would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Congregational

Where To Look When It Hurts The Most?

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jun 21, 2015

In our darkness moment when earth has no answer; we must always look up to Christ who is seated at the right hand of God.

I. Look with Focus into Heaven.( Stephen looked steadfastly to heaven). II . Look at an Opened Heaven. (He saw the heaven opened) III.. Look at the Glory or Presence of God.(He saw the Glory of God) IV. Look at Jesus Standing at Attention. (He saw Jesus Standing on the right side of God) V. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Not Hopeless

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 14, 2019

When people lose hope they make bad decisions and live in darkness, despair and loneliness. Jesus has come to make nigh or close to Him.

Ephesians 2:11 Wherefore remember, that ye being in time past Gentiles in the flesh, who are called Uncircumcision by that which is called the Circumcision in the flesh made by hands; 12 That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

God Or Satan, Who Is In Control?

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jun 20, 2024

There are two bidding for the souls of men, the God of heaven, light, life, And the God of this world, the Prince of the power of the air, Jesus called him darkness and death.

There are two bidding for the souls of men, the God of heaven, light, life, And the God of this world, the Prince of the power of the air, Jesus called him darkness and death. Every person is controlled either by God or Satan. This is the difference in people. Galatians 2:20, Acts 20:17-24, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16, Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Baptist

O Come All Ye Faithful Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 22, 2014

1. The “Faithful” Once Lived in Darkness 2. The "Faithful" Are Drawn By God 3. The "Faithful" Go And See 4. The "Faithful" Kneel & Worship

O Come All Ye Faithful Lk 2:1-20, Mt.2:1-11 - The Latin version ‘Adeste Fideles’ - Meaning “be present or near, ye faithful.” - Written by John Francis Wade (1711-86) - Fled England after the 1745 Jacobite rebellion (England & Scotland) to teach music in the school for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

Partnering With God In Warfare

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Mar 23, 2017

When we partner with God in warfare, we become a battle axe in His hand that He uses to shatter and scatter meetings and plans of the kingdom of darkness.

Introduction GOD IS SEEKING PEOPLE TO PARTNER WITH HIM God has always been on the lookout for people to partner with Him. The whole of the Bible from Genesis down to Revelation is about God seeking people to partner with Him. It is about God seeking:  Partners to manage His resources ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Condemned Or Not Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 5, 2018

Let’s look at condemnation and salvation in John 3:14-21

Prelude What is the way to life? Why do some reject it? Is their motive logical or emotional? Purpose: Let’s understand the significance of faith in Christ. Plan: Let’s look at condemnation and salvation in John 3:14-21. John 3:14 The Exalted Cross As we read John 3:14 “as Moses lifted up the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

When I Am Lifted Up -- The Importance And Power Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 22, 2021

In this message Jesus emphasized the importance of the cross. This message sees he cross as the dividing line between the judgment of God for Sin, and the grace of God for those who are in Christ.

WHEN I AM LIFTED UP --THE POWER AND IMPORTANCE OF THE CROSS. John 12:27-35 Gospel of John Series 2021 (Message # ) Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ September 04, 2021 Video Link: https://youtu.be/GqgSyGR1Tb4 INTRODUCTON: 1) Do you remember the words of some of those beautiful ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-35, Luke 4:1-11, Colossians 2:15, Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Come Forth: Your Time Has Come

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 24, 2025

When God says “come forth,” no grave can keep you, no stone can hold you, and no force of darkness can resist your rising.

COME FORTH: YOUR TIME HAS COME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 11:43-44 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 60:1-2, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Romans 13:11, Psalm 102:13, 2 Corinthians 6:2 INTRODUCTION: There comes a time in life when divine timing aligns with human destiny—when the voice of God calls you ...read more

Scripture: John 11:43-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When The Fire Goes Out

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 14, 2025

When the fire goes out, darkness prevails. Many have become spiritually dry, ineffective, and cold because they’ve allowed the fire to die.

WHEN THE FIRE GOES OUT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Leviticus 6:12-13 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 3:1-3, Revelation 2:4-5, Matthew 25:1-13, 2 Timothy 1:6, Hosea 6:1-2 INTRODUCTION: God commanded in Leviticus 6:13 that the fire on the altar must never go out. This instruction was both ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mary Of Nazareth And Her Prophetic Journey With Jesus - Part 2 - The Dark Night Of The Soul - The Work Of The Cross In Your Life - Resurrection - The Day Of Pentecost Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 23, 2023

Our daily walk with God has days and seasons that are up and down, filled with challenges and blessings, favor and discipline, renewal, and spiritual warfare.

"While he was still speaking to the people, behold, his mother and his brothers stood outside, asking to speak to him. But he replied to the man who told him, "Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?" And stretching out his hand toward his disciples, he said, "Here are my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-55, Luke 2:19, Matthew 2:16, Matthew 12:46-50, Matthew 22:38-40, Hosea 2:14, John 19:25, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

71. The Church - Hope Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

Despite the evil we see in the world around us, “hope” is believing this twilight period is the dawn before the new day when light overcomes darkness

IN GOD'S IMAGE 71 - THE CHURCH - HOPE This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9, Hebrews 11:1, Matthew 24:22, Ephesians 1:21-22, Colossians 2:15, Matthew 13:27-30, 2 Corinthians 5:17-20, Philippians 3:20, 1 Corinthians 15:20-22, 1 Timothy 1:1, 2 Corinthians 1:21-22, Romans 8:23, Romans 15:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

"Stones Of Remembrance” Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 15, 2009

We live in a World of many troubles, trials and tribulations. Seems like one problem after another. It seems as if the dark cloud will never go away.

“Stones of Remembrance” The Church 11/30/2006 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com Judges 2:6-10 “6And when Joshua had let the people go, the children of Israel went every man unto his inheritance to possess the land. 7And the people served the LORD all the days of Joshua, and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:6-10

Denomination: Apostolic

Negative Characteristics Of David Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 18, 2025

The dark side of David is so alarming. He was an adulterer, cunning, killer and deceiver of everyone. He wanted to be good books of the people but forgotten the omniscient of God.

Text: 2 Samuel 11 Theme: Negative Character of a Good Person   Greetings: The Lord is Good and his Love endures forever!   2 Samuel 11:11 “Uriah said to David, “The ark and Israel and Judah are staying in tents, and my commander Joab and my lord’s men are camped in the open country. How ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Standing Firm Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 9, 2004

It’s a dark world. We Christians are told to live as salt and light. How can we do that each day...live as people of faith?

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships February 8, 2004 Questions can test your faith. A little girl was talking to her grandmother. She asked, "Grandma, how old are you?" The grandmother replied, ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:18, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist