Sermons on Darkness For Three Hours:

Making Disciples Who Make Disciples

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 18, 2026

Part three of a series on the mission and vision of our church

[after video of people talking about who discipled them] Pine Lake Baptist Church was old school. Every Tuesday night, we met for visitation. I wasn’t old enough to drive yet, but my mom dropped me off so I could go visitin’. And like every person who showed up for visitation the first time, I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Calling All Workers!

Contributed by James Dunn on Feb 11, 2002

In every company, on every job there are three kinds of workers. This is also true of Churches.

When the company founded by Andrew Carnegie was taken over by the U.S. Steel Corporation in 1901 it acquired as one of its obligations a contract to pay the top Carnegie executive, Charles M. Schwab, the then unheard of minimum sum of $1,000,000. J.P. Morgan of U.S. Steel was in a quandary about ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Power In A Darkened Room

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 2, 2002

My first message to teenz4theLord online Youth Group, a discussion about the Power of General Prayer in a dark closet or room.

"God’s Power in a Darkened Room" By Sterling Franklin - October, 2001 Hey, we’re talking about prayer tonight, so let’s open in Prayer... Lord, thank you for tonight, thank you that we can all be here to have a good time of fellowship in You and of learning more about You and Your Glory. Thank ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-15, James 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"What To Do In Troublesome Times"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 5, 2014

Three things you can do when you find yourself in troublesome times.

“What to Do in Troublesome Times” 2-9-14 Matthew 24:1-14 “Jesus left the temple and was walking away when his disciples came up to him to call his attention to its buildings. “Do you see all these things?” he asked. “Truly I tell you, not one stone here will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Teacher Dedication Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 4, 2025

We are placed here by the Lord to make a difference – all of us – to be light in the midst of darkness – to do good – to change lives with the help of the Holy Spirit!

Message: School Year 2025 – Make a difference! Thesis: We are placed here by the Lord to make a difference – all of us – to be light in the midst of darkness – to do good – to change lives with the help of the Holy Spirit! Scripture Texts: Galatians 6:9:"Let us not become weary in doing ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9, Matthew 5:16, Proverbs 14:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will Anyone Get Out Of The Boat When They See You?

Contributed by Cedric Portis on Nov 30, 2002

Jesus calls us to be light to the world. When others look at you do they see the light of Jesus or do they see the darkness of this dying world.

Will anyone get out of the Boat when they see you? Minister Cedric Portis 12/01/02 Matthew 14:22 And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away. Matthew 14:23 And when he had sent the multitudes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Become Like A Child" Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Feb 6, 2004

A complete order of service and talks for a 1 hour All Age Service on Jesus’ words "Anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will not enter it" . Email me for PowerPoint

All Age Worship, 8 Feb 2004 10 am. Ver 1.2 ¡§Anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will not enter it¡¨ Lk 18;16,17 Other key texts: Mt 11:25, Mt 18:10, Is 11:6, Mt 21:16 10 am Welcome/notices 10.03 1. The place of children Aim: to show the place of children in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:16-17, Matthew 11:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Be Alert And Be Ready

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 9, 2010

Jesus has told us we will not know the hour of His return. He does not wish us to spend our time in speculation on His return; instead He teaches us that we ought to be prepared at all times.

Be Alert And Be Ready 10/25/09 AM Text: Matthew 24:42-44 INTRODUCTION: There is much being said today about the “End of Times” in various circles by people who believe that we are in the midst of apocalyptic prophesy fulfillment and that the return of our Lord and Savior is imminent. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Solving Big Problems In My Life Through Teamwork Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 4, 2007

Three ways teamwork can help me solve my big problems.

As we continue our series today on Teamwork, “Together We Make a Difference,” we’re going to look at “Solving Big Problems in My Life Through Teamwork.” A lot of the problems I face in life, especially the bigger ones, often aren’t solvable on my own. Not only do I need God’s help but I also need ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Hope In Time Of Adversity

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 20, 2006

During a time of adversity, pain and darkness, Job speaks words like jewels of diamonds and apples of gold. In the life of Job we can find hope.

Finding Hope in times of Adversity Job 19:25-27 During a time of adversity, pain and darkness, Job speaks words like jewels of diamonds and apples of gold: “I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth. And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Free Methodist

Don't You Know?

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 18, 2005

Three things we learn about Jesus from this childhood account.

Luke 2:40-52 Didn’t You Know? Woodlawn Baptist Church December 18, 2005 Introduction Several years ago the Journal of the American Medical Association published an article by Dr. Paul Ruskin on the Stages of Aging. In the article, Dr. Ruskin described a case study he had presented to his students ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

Without Regret

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 24, 2009

In Ezekiel 3, three facts stand out- Responsibility, Accountability, and Regretability.

WITHOUT REGRET EZEKIEL 3:16-21 INTRODUCTION: Ezekiel was a prophet, priest, and prisoner during the time when the Jewish people went into exile as the judgment of God fell on them because of their sinfulness and idolatry, and were taken captive into the land of the Babylonians. God had called ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Comforting Christ

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Feb 20, 2017

Three comforts Jesus gives his disciples and for us in discouraging times.

The Comforting Christ Introduction:  It is amazing how Christ will rush down from his throne to wrap his loving arms around us during our darkest times.  God's love for us is truly amazing.  We sometimes believe that if we do more for God, he will love us more.  If we witness more, or if we give ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Studies In Revelation Chapter 16 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

This is a study of chapter 16 in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: The Seven Vials Revealed Theme: God's judgment shown Text: Revelation 16 Moses said to the Israelites Deut ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-21

Denomination: Church Of God

God As My Witness

Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 26, 2009

Jesus identifies three witnesses to his identity as the Son of God in John 5.

Calling John, God and Moses to the Witness Stand John 5:31-47 Today we finish chapter 5 of John’s gospel. Lesson 1: Jesus heals the lame man at the pool of Bethesda on the Sabbath. Lesson 2: They persecute Jesus for this: and he answers them giving them a lot more than they expect. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ