Sermons on Darkness Within:

Connecting God's Compassion With The Community Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023

Today, we explore a profound and essential aspect of our faith: how we, as a church, can connect God's compassion with our community.

"Connecting God's Compassion with the Community" Today, we explore a profound and essential aspect of our faith: how we, as a church, can connect God's compassion with our community. Let us turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible to guide us on this sacred journey. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:9, John 13:34-35, Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Is Finished!

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 18, 2022

The three most powerful and victorious words spoken and proclaimed into the world.  IT—IS—FINISHED!

“IT IS FINISHED!” William Akehurst, HSWC John 19:30 (NKJV) So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, “It is finished!” And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit. The three most powerful and victorious words spoken and proclaimed into the world.  IT—IS—FINISHED! On that Old Rugged ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Lose Heart Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Not every day in the Christian life is exciting. Some days are discouraging and downright difficult. Don’t lose heart.

DON’T LOSE HEART II CORINTHIANS 4:1-18 INTRODUCTION: Some days are diamonds. Some days are stones. Not every day in the Christian life is exciting. Some days are discouraging and downright difficult. Don’t lose heart. Note in v.1 Paul’s “therefore”. He’s drawing a conclusion about his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Mislabeled

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 26, 2015

The danger of mislabeling a person as a Christian - when they are not

Mislabeled Mislabeling Leads to Negative Consequences The English Standard Version of the Bible has this translation of Romans 9: 6b-8, "For not all who are descended from Israel belong to Israel, and not all are children of Abraham because they are his offspring... This means, it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have No Fear (Twelfth Sunday In Ordinary Time - Only The Gospel Reflection)

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 21, 2020

Jesus instructs us that we need not have fear of anything and anyone, including us.

Reflection Matthew 10:26-33 Have No Fear Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew chapter 10 verses from 26-33, says to the disciples that have no fear on this earth. Who are these disciples? The disciples, who follow Jesus and who are sent out for their missionary journey. At this juncture, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:26-33

Denomination: Other

The Weight Of Mental Illness And A Family's Struggle Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 12, 2025

Mental illness can be a heavy burden for families to bear, bringing with it a multitude of challenges that test relationships, faith, and resilience.

"For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world" (Ephesians 6:12). Mental illness can be a heavy burden for families to bear, bringing with it a multitude of challenges that test relationships, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Finding God In Narnia: The Adventure Begins Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Oct 29, 2005

#1 of 8 Narnia teachings. Geared to help you draw out and apply the powerful scriptural truths found in C.S. Lewis’ classic: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.

Are you ready to journey to Narnia? Over the next eight weeks, we’ll be exploring the wonder & awe of Narnia. Today…I want to set the stage for our 8-week journey that takes us to Christmas Day. Paint a vision on where this spiritual journey to Narnia might take us. Explain why we’re taking this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call For Social Justice - The Role Of The Church

Contributed by Ivy Drafor-Amenyah on Aug 8, 2024

The church has a role in preparing men and women, as well as children to speak against social injustice and increase our witness

Advocacy is at the core of the implementation of the Accra Confession which calls upon Reformed Christians around the world to engage injustices in the world as an integral part of their churches' witness and mission. Everyone has a voice but some voices are stronger and can support weaker ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18, Psalm 12:5, Proverbs 31:8-9, Micah 6:8, Isaiah 59:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Haman’s Sinister Scheme Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 7, 2021

The plot continues to thicken for Mordecai and Esther. Just when it appeared the Jews would enjoy a season of peace and prosperity, Haman devised a plan to destroy the them throughout the kingdom. Regardless of Haman's intentions, God remained sovereign and would preserve His people.

Haman’s Sinister Scheme Esther 3: 8-15 While Esther, Mordecai, and the Jews within Persia may have rejoiced in Esther being crowned as queen, they would soon find themselves dealing with an executive order from Ahasuerus that would strike fear in their hearts. The hatred Haman had for Mordecai had ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Rs

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 9, 2012

On the 1st Sunday after Christmas we are reminded that Jesus came that we might become children of God.

Title: Three Rs Text: Galatians 4:4-7 Thesis: On the 1st Sunday after Christmas we are reminded that Jesus came that we might become children of God. Introduction The three Rs (as in the letter R) are the foundations of a basic skills-orientated education program within schools: Reading, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A. B. C. Epiphany Of The Lord. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 16, 2021

JANUARY 6TH, All Years.

Isaiah 60:1-6; Psalm 72:1-7, Psalm 72:10-14; Ephesians 3:1-12; Matthew 2:1-12. A). ARISE, SHINE, YOUR LIGHT IS COME. Isaiah 60:1-6. Zion was enveloped in a thick spiritual darkness on account of her sins (Isaiah 59:9-12). It was a darkness like the deepest discouragements and depression of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6, Psalm 72:1-7, Psalm 72:10-14, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Laser Surgery For The Soul

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002

The healing of the blind man in John 9 is actually symbolic of the glorious work of Christ as He gives sight to each darkened heart who comes to Him by faith.

¡§LASER SURGERY FOR THE SOUL¡¨ Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) John 9:1-11, 35-38 page 758 in the pew Bible INTRODUCTION In the book of John there is a scene in which a blind man is given his sight and while all of the miracles recorded in John are glorious, I have chosen this one from John’s ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Shining??

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Jan 26, 2007

What do you do daily for Jesus?

Are You Shining your Light to the World Matthew 5:14-5:14 You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick and it giveth light to all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by James May on Aug 20, 2004

Letting your light shine is a natural characteristic of those who are filled with the Holy Spirit and living for Jesus. He said that WE are the Light of the Word because we refect Him.

You Are the Light of the World (This sermon was adapted from message by Pastor Roger Griffith for another website. He also has some sermons posted here at Sermoncentral.com) Matthew 5:14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Presence - Omnipresence Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jan 7, 2015

What do we mean when we say that God is everywhere?

GOD’S PRESENCE - OMNIPRESENCE Early American Indians had a unique practice to train their young braves. On the night of the young brave’s 13th birthday, on his threshold of manhood, after learning hunting, and fishing, and scouting skills, he was put to one final test. He was put into ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance