Sermons on Dark Valleys:

A Steadfast Church

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 14, 2015

The church needs to stand up and be counted on in this dark world.

A STEADFAST CHURCH ACTS 7:54 – ACTS 8:4 AS I WAS PREPARING FOR TODAYS MESSAGE I CAME ACROSS AN ILLUSTRATION THAT I FOUND TO BE QUITE INTERESTING, AND APPROPRIATE FOR TODAY’S WORLD. A MAN WHO WAS TAKING A TOUR OF MILITARY CHAPELS, SAID THAT ONE PROBLEM THEY WERE FACING WAS HAVING A ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The Midst Of Trials

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 21, 2013

Facing up to the LORD from within an experience of darkness.

HOPE IN THE MIDST OF TRIALS. Job 23:1-9; Job 23:16-17. “When He has tried me, I shall come forth as gold” (Job 23:10). An active faith may question suffering - but it will not abandon God. In fact, the example of Job demonstrates that the closer we are to God, the more audacious our ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:16-17, Job 23:10, Job 23:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kingdom Keys - John Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 12, 2024

Jesus is the gift of illumination that sheds light in a dark world.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, John 1:9-10, John 1:14, John 1:25, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dawning Of The Light.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 29, 2022

The true light had arisen in the midst of great darkness.

THE DAWNING OF THE LIGHT. Isaiah 9:1-4. The prospect at the end of Isaiah 8 was one of ‘trouble and darkness, dimness of anguish’ (cf. Isaiah 8:22). But now there is a “Nevertheless” (Isaiah 9:1). The darkest night is followed by the dawn. The dimness is vanquished, and affliction replaced by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are The Wise To Shine Like The Brightness Of The Heavens?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Mar 2, 2025

Letting the light shine in the dark is to lead others to Christ.

The book of Daniel is a prophetic book that was written by Daniel around 535 B.C. He wrote down the occurrences which happened from around 605-535 B.C. While the first half of the book is about Daniel’s life (history), the second half brings to attention about Daniel’s visions (prophesy). These ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Fruitful And Multiply And Fill The Earth

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 2, 2024

What God doesn’t tell the man and woman is the definition of “fill the earth.” We can infer that He will let us know when the earth is full.

Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Course 2024 What a timely set of readings are offered to the Church today, in the midst of a Western cultural breakdown, international wars, and an epically contentious national election in the U.S. Genesis had, in chapter one, recorded God’s first commandment, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9-11, Mark 10:2-16, Psalm 128:1-6, Genesis 2:18-24, Genesis 1:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus Comforts

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 12, 2025

Jesus is the divine Comforter. He understands our pains, carries our burdens, and offers peace that surpasses all understanding. He is not distant from our struggles but walks with us, bringing hope and assurance.

JESUS COMFORTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort; Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking In The Light Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

Walking in the light of Christ is a call to live a life that reflects the character, holiness, and truth of Jesus. As believers, we are no longer in darkness but are called to be light-bearers in a dark world.

Title: WALKING IN THE LIGHT OF CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:12 "Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, 'I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.'" Supporting Texts: 1 John 1:5-7; Psalm 119:105; ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, Isaiah 60:1-3, 1 John 1:5-7, Psalm 119:105, Matthew 5:14-16, Ephesians 5:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Shepherd Brings Us Home

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

Jesus is the Good Shepherd who provides, protects, pursues, and ultimately brings His people safely home to dwell with Him forever.

Psalm 23:1 — “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” There are passages in Scripture that seem to sing even when you read them silently. Psalm 23 has wrapped itself around wounded hearts and weary souls for three thousand years. It has been whispered in hospital rooms, recited at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1, Psalm 23:4, John 10:11, John 14:2, Hebrews 13:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Mother’s Impact: A Legacy Of Love And Faith

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on May 8, 2025

As we reflect on Psalm 23, a psalm of guidance, provision, and comfort, we recognize that African American mothers have long embodied these divine qualities, shaping the lives of their sons and daughters with strength, grace, and enduring faith.

Based on Psalm 23 Introduction Beloved brothers and sisters, today we gather to honor and uplift the sacred influence of mothers—a force rooted in love, faith, and unwavering devotion. As we reflect on Psalm 23, a psalm of guidance, provision, and comfort, we recognize that African American ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

How Can I Wait So Long? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 10, 2011

It is hard to wait - so how can we wait for the coming of our Lord?

“Questions of Christmas: How Can I Wait So Long?” Is. 61:1-3; Luke 1:39-56 Waiting is hard. Young children see gifts under the tree and beg to open ‘just one’ early. When told “No, you need to wait!” they respond “I can’t wait that long!” A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Changing Challenges

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Dec 4, 2001

This sermon deals with moving joyfully through life changes

The changing challenges: Judges 13-16 Beginning: Life challenges change as long as we live. At one time my biggest challenge was keeping my hair from messing up. Now all I want is for it to not fall out. I one time thought about finding a girl who would love me and marry me. Now my children ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon: The Lord Is With Us

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 17, 2007

A funeral sermon based on Psalm 23

The hymn that Muriel requested today is a hymn based on Psalm 23. You would have heard this song on numerous occasions, especially when people are facing difficult situations and times… Because it is a Psalm that during times of difficulty reminds us that God is always with us… And this is not so ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Giving Thanks Even At A Time Of Grief Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 15, 2007

This funeral sermon looks at things that we can be thankful for - even during a time of grief. We can be thankful for 1. Memories 2. Relationships 3. Eternal Life.

Giving Thanks Even At A Time Of Death I would take nothing away from the grief we feel today. I would not say everything is all right. Because it is not. We hurt. And we know we will hurt for a long time, and our grief is a dark valley we have to trudge through before we feel all right again. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Memorial For Brittany Nicole

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 31, 2006

A funeral service for a stillborn twin.

Based in part on sermons by Rev. John Hamby and Rev. Robert Marsh References: 2 Cor. 5:6-8 Psalm 139:13-18 Psalm 23 (International Children’s Bible) 1. Introduction a. Today is a day of mixed emotions, a day when we ask difficult questions that Noe and Barbara have probably been asking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8