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  • Mark McNees avatar

    Faith In Darkness (2 Of 7) Series

    Contributed by Mark Mcnees on May 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,030 views

    We can look at the spiritual heroes of the past and view them as neat and tidy people free from doubt and discouragement who have lived untarnished lives. These cartoon caricatures could not be further from the truth.

    Messy Spirituality “Faith in Darkness” By Pastor Mark McNees This message was originally given at Element3 Church in Tallahassee FL. To download this message’s corresponding PowerPoint, audio, and artistic elements for free please visit www.element3.org We are in the second week of a seven week ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Owens avatar

    Saturday - The Day Of Darkness And Hopelessness Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Apr 11, 2022
     | 10,083 views

    The biblical record of what took place on that Saturday between crucifixion Friday and resurrection Sunday is very brief. It was the Sabbath, and the disciples kept the Sabbath. There are important lessons for us to learn from what the disciples were surely going through on that dark Saturday.

    A. There’s an old saying that goes “It’s always darkest before the dawn.” 1. The saying is meant to suggest that things always seem to get worse before they get better. 2. And the saying also suggests that the dawn will come, that we need to persevere through hard times, because things will get ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Broken Or Flexing Spirit? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 7, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,269 views

    Serving the Lord is a privilege as we bring light to a dark world, but demoralizing as we are beaten down. Despite the challenges of being light in a dark world, we should not lose heart.

    A Broken or Flexing Spirit? (2 Corinthians 4:1-6) 1. When Marylu and I lived in the Chicago area, we had the privilege of going to the top floor of both the Sears Tower (now called Willis Tower) and the Hancock Building. 2. As one rides up the high speed elevator to the hundred and something ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Jesus Said About Our Lights

    Contributed by John White on Jul 15, 2018
     | 10,918 views

    What Jesus said about our responsibility to light up the world in which we live. .

    What Jesus Said About Our Lights Matt. 5:13-16 “Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? It is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unconscious Witness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2025
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     | 175 views

    The sermon encourages believers to shine Christ’s light through everyday acts of love and faith, trusting God to use their ordinary lives for His glory.

    Friends, have you noticed how even the faintest glow can calm a room? A nightlight in a child’s hallway, a candle on a windowsill during a storm, a porch lamp that says, “You’re welcome here.” Light doesn’t shout. It simply shines. It takes up residence in dark places and changes what we can see ...read more

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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    God From God, Light From Light Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 30, 2014
     | 3,823 views

    The anointing by the Holy Spirit makes all special knowledge worthless. Gnosis is not the way to salvation.

    Feast of St. Basil and St. Gregory (January 2) Thirteen Days of Christmas Let’s be clear about something as we move into the new year. The word “Christ” in English is the same as “Christos” in Greek and “Mashiah” in Hebrew. It means ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Authority Over The Powers Of Darkness Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 21, 2019
     | 10,938 views

    Authority Over the Powers of Darkness Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – May 19, 2019

    Authority Over the Powers of Darkness Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – May 19, 2019 Note: The following notes are more extensive that what I did or could have stated within reasonable time. As I do not memorize or read notes, but rather use them to refine ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 17, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 18,265 views

    1) The Area in which the conflict took place (John 8:20), 2) The Lord’s Assertion (John 8:12), 3) The Leaders’ Accusation (John 8:13), 4) The Lord’s Answer to that accusation (John 8:14–19), and 5) His Announcement of their impending judgment (John 8:21).

    Just in time for winter, Hydro One said it is working to reconnect power for hundreds of customers who are in the dark, because they had their electricity cut off due to unpaid bills. The power provider says it is reaching out to roughly 1,400 residential customers who failed to pay their bills in ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • William Akehurst avatar

    A Joyous Birth Announcement Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 17, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,795 views

    A Birth Announcement brings excitement and Joy. Shepherds saw the light, ran to meet Jesus, then shared the news with a dark and lonely world. We are to let our light shine forth and share the Joy of Christmas, Jesus, to those around us.

    A JOYOUS BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT A Birth Announcement brings excitement and Joy. The Shepherds saw the light, ran to see prophesy fulfilled, and then shared the news with a dark and lonely world. We are to let our light shine forth and share the Joy of Christmas, Jesus, to those around us. KEY ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Go! And Shine: The Light Has Come - John 1:5 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 376 views

    For the Christian, Christmas is about far more than presents under a tree or turkey on a table. It is about celebrating the greatest truth in human history: the Light has come.

    Go! And Shine: The Light Has Come - John 1:5 John 1:5 (NLT): “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.” Introduction: Only 12 Weeks to Christmas Friends, did you know there are only twelve weeks until Christmas? For some of us, that thought brings joy. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Story 26: Down And Up, Not Out Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 15, 2014
     | 3,350 views

    The Death and Resurrection of Jesus prove the great power and compassion of God.

    1. Symbol of Power Several years ago, Menelik II became emperor of Ethiopia and reigned for 20 years. He was a powerful ruler who transformed his country from a collection of semi-independent states into a united nation. As part of his efforts to modernize his country he ordered 3 electric chairs ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Jensen avatar

    Call To Christ, Let Your Light Shine

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jan 22, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 12,204 views

    We all have a purpose. We’re all here to worship and serve God. Nothing can stop His goals and purposes. We need to figure out how we fit in, and let our light shine in a world full of darkness.

    Call to Christ, Let Your Light Shine John 1:43-51, 1 Samuel 3:1-20, Jonah 1:1-17 Introduction A young man accepted Christ. A little while later, a Christian teacher asked him: "What have you done for Christ since you believed?" He said, "Oh, I’m only a learner." "Well, when you light a candle ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    And The Word Was

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Aug 2, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,147 views

    Jesus and His relationship with the world

    In the Beginning God was JN 1:1-4 Mark 1:1 “Here begins the Good News about Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God.” As we want to start messages on the Gospels we have to start with the Gospel of John because of what it says in the beginning of the book. I want to take the time to go through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #2divine Appointments: The Darker The Night, The Greater The Light.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 7, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,364 views

    What would I do today, if I knew tomorrow would be my last day? When darkness is pressing us on all sides, God has a light. Remember Divine appointments.

    #2 DIVINE APPOINTMENTS, THE DARKER THE NIGHT, THE GREATER THE LIGHT. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part two. I. WHAT IF WE COULD UNDERSTAND WHAT LIES BEFORE US? MOST OF US WOULD SET OUR FACE TO THE WALL, EVALUATE OUR CHOICES, AND CORRECT OUR ATTITUDES. A. The other night my ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    You Are The Light Of The World. Be Who You Are

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 1, 2023
     | 3,405 views

    What does it mean to be the light of the world? Is this a sweet nothing? Find out.

    2.5.23 Matthew 5:14-16 (EHV) 14 You are the light of the world. A city located on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 People do not light a lamp and put it under a basket. No, they put it on a stand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. 16 In the same way let your light shine in people’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran