Sermons on Darkness Dispelled:

Afraid Of The Dark

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Oct 31, 2023

For those of you who haven’t experienced Scriptural Gymnastics, the goal is not to turn to every verse we cover, but rather at the very most, write down the address of the verses, so you can go back and dig a little deeper.

o Purpose of today’s message: ? Give us hope and encouragement to move out of the darkness into His marvelous light! Although we won’t get absorbed into darkness today, I’d like to examine some aspects of it. Genesis 1:2- The earth was without form, and void, and darkness was on the face of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Light In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 18, 2022

When God says it, that settles it.

During the summer between my first and second year at Moody Bible Institute, I had the privilege of teaching at a Bible College in Zimbabwe, Africa. This experience marked my life and ministry in countless ways. One of the memories I have is how dark it was at night. Because we were in a rural ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 25, 2022

The birth of John, known as the Baptist, is the appropriate beginning of the story of the coming of the Christ to present His life as a sacrifice for sinful man.

“In the days of Herod, king of Judea, there was a priest named Zechariah, of the division of Abijah. And he had a wife from the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. And they were both righteous before God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and statutes of the Lord. But they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

No Room For Darkness Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus wants us to be people who bring light into the world. To do this, we need to be careful about what we allow into our hearts and minds. The things we see and focus on can either bring light or darkness into our lives.

Our eyes play a big role in shaping our desires and actions. Jesus talks about this when he addresses the sin of adultery. He emphasizes the importance of where we look, as it can lead us down a path of darkness. Often, temptation starts with a glance, but if we're not careful, it can turn into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:33-36, Matthew 5:28

Topics: Spiritual Enlightenment, Moral Choices, Inner Peace, Positive Mindset

No Room For Darkness Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of living as people of light, focusing on the importance of filling our lives with spiritual light from the Bible and eradicating darkness, as guided by various scriptures.

Welcome back to week 3 of our series, “Glow in the Dark.” We have been talking about the biblical concepts of light, darkness, and what it all means in the life of a believer. And today, we are continuing on with this theme by landing on the words of Jesus in the New Testament. Specifically, I want ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:33-36, Matthew 5:28

Topics: Light And Darkness, Spiritual Vigilance, Biblical Rhythms

Sermon Series: Glow In The Dark

Light In A Dark Place

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 5, 2015

Jesus reveals himself by invading the darkness of the world.

20150104 2nd Sunday after Christmas B (Epiphany) Web Site Title: Light in a Dark Place Text: Isaiah 60:1-6 Thesis: Jesus reveals himself by invading the darkness of the world. This is the Season of Epiphany during which we mark the ways Jesus is made known. Epiphany means to show or to make ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Jesus Dispels Doubt - "Come And You Will See”

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 25, 2006

So many people are stressed out, worn out and strung out because of their doubts. It is extremely wearing on one’s emotions to have to live in a constant state of uncertainty. When you are feeling uncertain about something or someone, you tend to worry ab

How Jesus Dispels Doubt - “Come and You Will See” John 1:46-1:46 So many people are stressed out, worn out and strung out because of their doubts. It is extremely wearing on one’s emotions to have to live in a constant state of uncertainty. When you are feeling uncertain about something or ...read more

Scripture: John 1:46-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Darkness Before Christmas Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Dec 2, 2019

This is the first of our 2019 Advent sermons. In this sermon we look at how sin has been a constant, and universal problem from the fall until the birth of Christ that first Christmas morning, and how Christ's coming, drives out that darkness and brings life and light

Advent 2019 (Pt. 1) Text: Isaiah 9:2-7 Well it’s that time of year once again… the time when we do our Advent sermons. And I love how Advent comes right after Thanksgiving, because over the last week there have been a lot of things we can surely be thankful for… but also… that attitude of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Separated From Darkness

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 27, 2022

When God commanded light to emerge, he did not discard darkness. He separated light from darkness and created day and night. The Lord that separated light from darkness will separate you from every work of darkness in Jesus name.

TEXT: GENESIS 1:3-4 (NLT) "Then God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light. And God saw that the light was good. Then he separated the light from the darkness." LIGHT AND DARKNESS When God created light, he did not discard darkness. He only separated light from darkness. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-4, John 8:12, Luke 1:79

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Light Of Christmas

Contributed by James May on Dec 21, 2008

Jesus is that True Light that shone forth on that first Christmas night. The Light came to dispel the darkness in the hearts of men.

The Light of Christmas By Pastor Jim May One thing that makes Christmas and the Holiday Season such a beautiful time of the year is all of the colorful lights that are used to decorate our homes and businesses all across America. Of course there’s nothing quite like having to put up those ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Darkness To Victory Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 24, 2025

This is the 37th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#37] FROM DARKNESS TO VICTORY Luke 10:17-24 Introduction: Imagine a group of Jesus’ followers, once timid and uncertain, now bursting with joy and confidence. They return to Jesus, exclaiming, “Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name!” Their eyes shine with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

"Declaring Christ In The Dark"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 23, 2006

Jesus doesn’t send us to the comfortable places only, to declare Him. Sometimes we need to be in the dark places.

27 Jesus went out, along with His disciples, to the villages of Caesarea Philippi; and on the way He questioned His disciples, saying to them, “Who do people say that I am?” 28 They told Him, saying, “John the Baptist; and others say Elijah; but others, one of the prophets.” 29 And He continued by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-29

Denomination: Orthodox

How Dark The Dark? How Light The Light? Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Apr 30, 2012

Faith isn't something that is meant to be added to our lives, rather it is meant to shape every area of our lives. There are many things that will threaten to crowd out your faith. But when we try to live with one foot in the world and one foot in God's

How Dark The Dark? How Light The Light? - Matthew 6:22-23 - March 18, 2012 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #22 How many of you have seen the movie, “Forrest Gump.” If you have, you’ll remember that the main character is played by actor Tom Hanks and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-23

Denomination: *other

The Dark Night Of The Soul Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 18, 2002

All people’s efforts to be right with God have failed, because people chose to exchange the truth about God for a lie. Their only hope is the Gospel of God’s grace.

You’d have to say that there’s nothing pretty about the picture of the world that we find in this passage from Romans ch1. Here we take off the rose coloured glasses and look, with a degree of reality, at the world we live in. I was talking to someone the other day about watching television and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-31

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 11, 2025

Jesus is the divine Light that dispels the darkness of sin, ignorance, and hopelessness, bringing illumination, truth, and life to all who follow Him.

JESUS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:12 Key Verse: “I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” – John 8:12 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 9:2; John 1:4-5; Psalm 27:1; 1 John 1:5; Matthew ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God