Sermons on Dark Places:

A Light Has Dawned Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon will explore the concept of Jesus as the light of the world, guiding us from darkness into the kingdom of God, and how we can apply this guidance in our lives and communities.

Hello everyone, I am so glad you’re here with us today! Today we are in the book of Matthew, chapter 4. This is one of those passages where I think to myself, “I wish I had been there to see this,” because this is the start of Jesus’ ministry. It’s the start of his message that the kingdom of God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Topics: Kingdom Of God, Spiritual Darkness, Divine Light

Opportunity Series

Contributed by John Oscar on May 29, 2022

Pastor John teaches the importance of living a life that is intentional for Jesus

Opportunity Ephesians Series CCCAG 5-29-22 Scripture- Ephesians 5:15-18 When I went to ANOC, which is the school in the Army to qualify you for senior NCO ranks within your military specialty, they gave you a recommended reading list to enhance what they were teaching you. One of the books was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Day Of Pentecost

Contributed by David Cramer on Sep 13, 2009

Learning from the darkness.

This past Sunday was considered to be the Day of Pentecost Did you look on your calendar? What is it? For ’day of pentecost’ Acts 2:1 And when the DAY OF PENTECOST was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. Acts 20:16 For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejection Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 29, 2024

Our text takes place about three days from the death of Jesus. In Mark 12 we are allowed to peer into the dark days ahead through the eyes of a parable…more of a preview.

Five Powerful Words from the Last Week of the Life of Jesus REJECTION Mark 12:1-12 Introduction Last week we heard Jesus give the third passion narrative - a clear description of what was to happen when they got to Jerusalem. On the way he stops and heals Blind Bartimaeus. Mark 11 records the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Training The Next Generation For God’s Glory

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

The next generation holds the future of the Church, the nation, and the advancement of God’s kingdom. If we fail to train them in the ways of the Lord, the light of truth will be lost, and darkness will rise in its place.

TRAINING THE NEXT GENERATION FOR GOD’S GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 6:6-9 Supporting Texts: Psalm 78:5-7, Proverbs 22:6, 2 Timothy 1:5, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Judges 2:10 INTRODUCTION: The next generation holds the future of the Church, the nation, and the advancement of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Songs From The Cave Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 23, 2025

From a dark cave where he was hiding for his life, David teaches us in Psalm 57 how to find refuge in God and turn any place of fear into a sanctuary of praise.

Introduction: Life in the Cave 1. Imagine for a moment that you are in a cave. It is dark, damp, and cold. You are a fugitive, hiding for your very life. The most powerful man in the kingdom, with his entire army, is hunting you, and you can hear his soldiers searching nearby. Every shadow could ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Light, Or Stumbling?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 14, 2010

We choose darkness, but could choose light in our morality and our language. To choose darkness is to injure ourselves and others.

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC January 25, 1987 For a number of years I have made it a habit to get up at five o’clock; yes, that’s five in the morning. I’ve made it my habit as a part of my set of personal disciplines, because I find that I can get at a number of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

If We Say...

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 10, 2010

John writes a wonderful letter to encourage us to walk with God and one another in the light of His word. We will see how important it is to speak truth and live by it.

1 John 1:1 What was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we beheld and our hands handled, concerning the Word of Life-- 2 and the life was manifested, and we have seen and bear witness and proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and was ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Last Sermon

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 14, 2013

In His last sermon before the Cross, Jesus affirms His union with the Father, along with a message of hope for tomorrow and light for our darkness. He also states the position of believers and unbelievers.

If somehow I knew my next sermon would be my last, what would I preach? Our Lord’s time on earth was drawing to a close, and so He delivered a final sermon, an appeal to people to embrace His light. One translation introduces His message: “And Jesus cried aloud” (Moffat). ...read more

Scripture: John 12:44-50

Denomination: Congregational

Candlelight Devotional - The Light Of The World

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 25, 2012

A brief Christmas Eve Candlelight Devotional. At the end I also have our program for our special Candlelight service.

The Light of the World Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Devotional December 24, 2012 INTRODUCTION The October 2001 edition of National Geographic had an article on the “Power of Light” with this quotation: Light reveals the world to us. Body and soul crave it. Light sets our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of Light Series

Contributed by Jason Wiebe on Jan 8, 2014

A look at Genesis chapter one in the context of God's creative power

The God of light Genesis begins: 1 vs 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. Genesis begins in darkness, no form, emptiness¡K. So a question for everyone gathered here this morning (but please do not ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

"I Have Come!" Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 8, 2011

What does it mean when Jesus says, "I have come..." In our passage today we find out that Jesus reveals WHY He has come and how that affects and applies to our lives!

Sermon Brief Date Written: April 21, 2011 Date Preached: April 24, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Jesus – Come to Save Sermon Text: John 12:46-47 [ESV] John 11:38-44 46I have come into the world as light, so ...read more

Scripture: John 12:46-47

Denomination: Baptist

Midnight Matters

Contributed by Craig Benner on May 14, 2011

What is your reaction when it is darker than it has ever been in your life? It reall does matter. God wants you to respond in a way that your ordeal can minister to the lives of others.

Midnight Matters Acts 16:25-30 Midnight is the darkest hour. It is the end of a day. It is a turning point. I. Tested in the Will of God Paul and Silas receive the Macedonian call (16:9,10) and go to Europe with the gospel. They baptized Lydia and things were starting out good. In short ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-30, Psalm 34:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Incomprehensible Light

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 21, 2009

Jesus Christ is the incomprehensible Light given to remove the veil of darkness that shrouds us fas a result of sin. Let us consider the need for Light, the source of the Light, the reception of the Light, and the disbursement of the Light.

Introduction: In Luke 1:78-79, concerning the coming of Christ, Zechariah proclaimed, “Because of our God’s merciful compassion, the Dawn from on high will visit us to shine on those who live in darkness and the shadow of death to guide our feet into the way of peace.” Jesus Christ is the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

Eternal Reason To Say "Thanks" Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 21, 2017

He loves us. How can this be? I don’t know, but it’s something worth saying “thanks” for, and it is always true, every day, including those days when everything seems to be going wron

Colossians 1:12-14 Thanks. There’s that word again-thanks. How often do you say ‘thanks’? When someone brings you a cup of coffee, do you say thanks? I think most of our times of giving thanks are related to immediate actions before us. But Paul offers us something we can be grateful for every ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18

Denomination: *other