Sermons on Dark Places:

Recognizing Enemy Tactics Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 8, 2024

I want to talk to you about the power of resistance against the devil.

In 2 Corinthians 2:11, Paul writes, “so that Satan will not outsmart us, for we are familiar with his schemes.” You see, our enemy, Satan, is a deceiver and a schemer who seeks to destroy our relationship with God and harm us. He uses subtle and clever tactics to achieve this, but we must be aware ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11, James 4:7

Why Innocent And Good People Suffer At The Hands Of Scammers And Evil People. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 8, 2024

In a world where evil and scams abound, it's natural to wonder why innocent and good people suffer at the hands of scammers and evil individuals.

In a world where evil and scams abound, it's natural to wonder why innocent and good people suffer at the hands of scammers and evil individuals. The Bible provides insight into this age-old question, offering guidance and hope for those affected. The Reality of Evil (Matthew 7:15-20) Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22, James 1:2-4

The Power Of Midnight Prayers Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

This message reveals the power of midnight prayers and their impact on spiritual warfare, deliverance, and breakthroughs.

THE POWER OF MIDNIGHT PRAYERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 16:25-26 "And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-26, Psalm 119:62, Exodus 12:29, Matthew 13:25, 1 Kings 3:20, Luke 6:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great Commission Of Sharing The Gospel With Others Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 25, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore examples of sharing the gospel with others.

As Christians, we are called to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with others. The gospel is not meant to be kept within ourselves, but rather to be proclaimed to all nations, peoples, and languages. In this sermon, we will explore examples of sharing the gospel with others. 1. Jesus' ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34, John 4:1-42

What Does It Mean To Believe?

Contributed by Dawn Duryea on Mar 11, 2024

Do you ever wonder what it means to “believe?” Today we are going to consider what it means to “believe” by examining the passage from Numbers 21 alongside the gospel reading from John 3.

Is it true that you just believe in Jesus and you are saved? When I first became a Christian at the age of 16 and was taking confirmation classes at Cocoa Presbyterian Church, I remember Reverend Flanagan telling us that if you believe in Jesus you will be saved. Right away that statement raised ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21, Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Seeing Clearly Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 5, 2012

Jesus' healing of the blind man in Mark 8 illustrates four points: 1) Some people just want to come out of the darkness. 2) Our ministry can sometimes only lift the darkness. 3) The religious expectations of others can be harmful. 4) There are times when

Seeing Clearly Mark 8:22-26 Seeing is a strange thing. An infant can see a john deer tractor and not benefit from it. A farmer can see a jar of smashed carrots and not be drawn to it. A doctor can see blurry images on a glass slide and be excited about what it tells him. A preacher can see three ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In The Light: Transformed By Christ's Illuminating Truth John 12:46 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 27, 2024

In John 12:46, Jesus declares, "I have come as a light to shine in this dark world so that all who put their trust in me will no longer remain in the dark." This profound statement illuminates the transformative power of Christ's truth in our lives.

Walking in the Light: Transformed by Christ's Illuminating Truth John 12:46 Introduction: In John 12:46, Jesus declares, "I have come as a light to shine in this dark world so that all who put their trust in me will no longer remain in the dark." This profound statement illuminates ...read more

Scripture: John 12:46, Ephesians 5:8, John 1:4-5, 1 John 1:5-7, 1 John 1:6-7, Psalm 119:105, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be A Witness To The Light

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Dec 14, 2002

When the light of God works within us, the darkness outside cannot have any influence on our mission of goodness.

Francesca’s husband Franz went on a business journey. She had no idea when he would return after his business. Two days later, she had a knock on the door in the night. She did not know who it was and what the person wanted. Anxiety, fear and suspicion surfaced. She gripped the revolver, which she ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Catholic

Sharing Struggles Openly Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 25, 2002

To experience authentic biblical community, I must let people reach the deepest places in my heart; places not often or easily reached.

The Safest Place on Earth – Part 3 February 24, 2002 Big Idea: To experience authentic biblical community, I must let people reach the deepest places in my heart; places not often or easily reached. INTRODUCTION ILLUS – Henri Nouwen, the widely read Christian author, was a professor at Yale ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Temple Without Walls Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jul 28, 2009

The holy place of Jesus Christ resides not in any building, cathedral, or historical site, the holy place of Jesus Christ resides in your heart.

Stephen stands before the highest religious court in the land to answer charges of blasphemy against Moses and against God. This is the same court that Peter and John recently stood before and the same court Jesus recently stood before. All the same men are there who were at Jesus’ trial, all the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 9, 2010

In this sermon, we recognize the analogy between the feast of grace that Joseph placed before his brothers, the one that God places before us.

Introduction: A. The story is told of two long-time golfing buddies who decided one day that they would play the ball where it lies, no matter what! (Golfers sometimes move their ball to a better location.) 1. On the 14th hole, one of them sliced his drive and it ended up on the cart path. 2. As ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:15-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 90 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Mar 14, 2020

From everlasting to everlasting, differences in time intervals are insignificant to God. In all generations, he is our dwelling place. How is God a place?

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17, Psalm 15:1-5, James 1:17, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 91, The 911 Of The Bible

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 12, 2008

Excellent Psalm for Bible Study. Psalm 91.1 He that dwells in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. The Best Place to be in a 911 situation

PSALM 91 Psalm 91:1 The 911 of the Bible in Psalms… Portions of this Outline and Excerpts expounded upon from the Bible, and the Book “Psalm 91 God’s Umbrella of Protection” by Peggy Joyce Ruth, Aug 2004 This is a great Psalm concerning who we are to go to in an emergency. Using the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Expanding The Boundaries Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 5, 2015

"Paul begins is ministry and those who have walked in darkness begin to see a great light. God's Kingdom is expanding.

Acts 13:1-3, 14:8-18 “Expanding the Boundaries” INTRODUCTION May is soon upon us, the month of graduations and new chapters in the lives of people. Walking across the stage and receiving a diploma or degree is the end of years of effort. It is also the beginning as the graduates ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Victory In The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 12, 2005

As cool and good as the valley, it is a place where terrible animals are found.

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 and they staff, they comfort me.” Valley Deep hollow between mountains; a low land flanked on both sides by high lands. It always has deep waters, streams, and wells ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Pentecostal