Sermons on Everlasting Light:

Living In Light Of Eternity

Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 20, 2004

We were made for eternity. Ecc. 3:11 says… CS Lewis once wrote "If I find in myself a desire that this world cannot fulfill, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world." So if we were made for eternity, it makes sense that we

Living In Light of Eternity Last winter, Emily and I made a decision that has forever changed our lives. We decided to bring a child into the world. On October 14 2002, God blessed us with a beautiful and health baby girl. Since that day our lives have never been the same. No longer could we ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11, Ecclesiastes 3:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Little Light Of Mine

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 7, 2002

My light may be very small, but the darker the night the greater the light.

TO BE LITTLE OR TO BELITTLE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Songs of Solomon 2 :15 Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil thevines, for our vines have tender grapes. Proverbs 24:10 If thou faint in the day of adversity thy strength is small. Zech. 4:10 For who hath despised the day of small ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:15, Proverbs 24:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Saw The Light

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 20, 2002

The Pharisees tries to turn out the light. Jesus simply turned up the wattage.

Question: How many Episcopalians does it take to change a light bulb? Aswer: TWELVE - one to do the work and 11 to serve on the committee. Question: How many Church of Christ members does it take to change a light bulb? Answer: THREE - one to convince the light bulb to change and 2 to carry the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Light Within Us

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Oct 28, 2002

The light within us is beautiful and exposes darkness, because it is God within us.

The Light That Is Within Us 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 Preached at the Laurel Church of Christ On October 27, 2002 Introduction: I. The Arkansas Ice Storm 2000 A. It had been many years since we had seen a sever ice storm. 1. Previously, in Kansas we had weathered a blizzard for the first time we could ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live As Children Of Light Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Oct 30, 2002

A child of light concerns himself with conduct that is personally and morally fitting for those who are blessed and have Christ dwelling in them.

In our study of the Apostle Paul’s letter to the church in Ephesus, we were first challenged to pursue understanding—we are blessed in the heavenly realms; we can know Christ more and more, and as we know him he will become for us our only prize, our greatest treasure; we are God’s completed work, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Light In A World Of Darkness

Contributed by Richard Crow on Oct 31, 2002

In todays world of darkness, there is a need for light. Jesus is the light of the world. We need to light our world around us with His light.

The Light in a World of Darkness John 8:12 October 27, 2002 Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a lighted lantern when he went to call on his best girl. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

Shedding Light On That Relationship

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 6, 2003

Jesus is the light of the world.

SHEDDING LIGHT ON THAT RELATIONSHIP John 8:12-30 S: Jesus Th: Light of the world Pr: JESUS IS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. ?: what? What does that mean to us? KW: Implications TS: We will find in our study of John 8:12-30 that there are three implications to Jesus’ declaration of “I am the light of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Light Of Christ

Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on May 12, 2003

Living in the light of Christ means admitting our wrongs, but it also means new life by His Spirit.

Confirmation Sunday 1 John 1:5-10 Living in the Light of Christ 05/04/03 One of my favorite contemporary Christian tunes is a song by Geoff Moore entitled, Best Days. Throughout the song Geoff highlights some of the most memorable days of his life – a day when his dad took him fly fishing, taught ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

This Little Light Of Mine Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Aug 28, 2003

Sometimes the simplest of ideas can be the most profound. This is the case with this simple little Children’s song written from the teachings of Christ. As Christians we are to be lights in the world. But, what exactly does that mean?

This Little Light of Mine Matthew 5:14–16 INTRODUCTION Illustration: Children’s Song This Little Light of Mine This little light of mine, I’m gonna’ let it shine. This little light of mine, I’m gonna’ let it shine. This little light of mine, I’m gonna’ let it shine. Let is shine all the time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Evangelism; Light Or Heavy

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 3, 2003

When we think of evangelism what immediately comes to mind? Street corner hawkers, people who only want you to see their point of view. Brow beaters who get upset if you don’t follow them? It was never meant to be that way. Evangelism is one beggar sho

Evangelism: heavy or light? 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 When we speak of evangelism what thoughts run through your mind? It’s the preacher’s job? Street corner Bible thumpers? Door to door salesman type people? Pushy people who are trying to get to see things their way? How about guilt for not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living In Light Of The Future Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

The certainty of the Lord’s return should cause us to grow in holy living. His promises will come true. (a continuation of Making a Marathon Marriage)

Living in Light of the Future As I mentioned last week, because of the depth of practical help for “Making a Marathon Marriage” in Malachi 2, I want to take some extra time this morning to lay out six building blocks of marriage. We’ll conclude by getting back on track with our outline next ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love, The Guiding Light Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 20, 2003

John calls "love one another" a command old and new. Love turns on the light. It is imperative for Christians to walk in the light of love.

Love, the Guiding Light I John 2:7-11 INTRO.: Love is a very popular idea in today’s world. We distort and misinterpret it, but it is on everyone’s lips. Many of our most popular songs, books, and movies are about love. There are enough to fill a library. We often forget love is a truly ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beaten To Bear Light

Contributed by Derek Anglin on Mar 4, 2003

Every Christian should understand the importance of being beaten to bear light in the is world because of the following truths outlined in Exodus 25:31

In this portion of scripture, the candlestick can be compared to a Christian. The candlestick was made with a purpose and that was to bear light. We learn from the text that the candlestick started out as something valuable, gold. It was not bearing light as gold but the gold was used as it was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:31-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Lights Are On But No One Is Home

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002

The problem with people asking for forgiveness and not inviting Jesus into their life.

Scripture: Matthew 12:43 – 45 Title: “The Lights Are On, But No One’s Home” Introduction: Jesus was making reference to how Israel had been presented the opportunity to receive Jesus, but instead had rejected Him in favor of holding onto the O.T. Law. As a result of depending on the Law instead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Little Light Of Mine

Contributed by Keith Edwards on Apr 29, 2002

Christians are God’s instruments to bring light into this dark world

Mat 5:14-16 "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden.Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14, Philippians 2:15-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God