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  • Ken Sauer avatar

    Darkness And Light

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 2, 2025
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     | 1,003 views

    A sermon about accepting the light, living in the light and reflecting the light.

    Darkness and Light John 1:1-18 Several years ago, we visited the Lost Sea Adventures in Sweetwater. It’s a big cave that also has a body of water that you can take a boat ride on. But it also has a number of rooms, and you can take a tour with a guide. The tour includes turning off the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Walking In The Light Of God's Presence Psalm 89:15 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 22, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,320 views

    Psalm 89:15 calls us to a deeper walk with God, to experience the joy of His presence, and to live transformed lives by His truth.

    Walking in the Light of God's Presence Psalm 89:15 Introduction Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a powerful verse found in Psalm 89:15. This verse will be the foundation of our message, one that calls us to a deeper walk with God, to experience the joy of His presence, and to live ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The God Of Order PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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     | 1,020 views

    As believers, we are called to let God's light shine through us, stepping into the realm of the impossible and bringing glory to our heavenly Father.

    Good morning, beloved family. Today, we're going to dive into a profound conversation about light, both the light that God created and the light He calls us to be. We'll be looking at two key passages of Scripture: Genesis 1:16-18 and Matthew 5:16. Genesis 1:16-18 says, "God made two great ...read more

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    Just A Word PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,092 views

    Explore and understand the power, light, and simplicity that the Word of God brings to our faith and lives.

    Good Morning, Church. Today, we're going to be diving into the heart of the matter, the nitty-gritty, the core essence of our faith – and that's the Word of God. We'll be taking a good, hard look at how the Word of God is not only a tool, but a power. A power that lights up our understanding and ...read more

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    Wisdom PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 965 views

    Emphasize the importance of wisdom in our lives, the need to guard our hearts as the source of our actions, and the transformative power of wisdom when aligned with God's teachings.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters! We are gathered here today to explore a deeply profound scripture from the book of Proverbs, a book known for its nuggets of wisdom and life guiding principles. Proverbs 4:23: "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it" This can teach ...read more

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    How Jesus Ministered To The Self-Righteous

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,613 views

    Have you ever wondered why it is so hard to relate to people who project a sense of moral superiority? Self righteous people focus more on their goodness than the holiness of God.

    Have you ever wondered why it is so hard to relate to people who project a sense of moral superiority? Self righteous people focus more on their goodness than the holiness of God. One night, such a self-righteous man named Nicodemus, a ruler in the Pharisee's council, came to Jesus wondering how he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Am The Light

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,575 views

    1. Christmas is a time of light.

    1. Christmas is a time of light. a. Lights decorating homes and Christmas trees b. Llights which transform Tecumseh Park> c. Advent candles burning bright in churches. d. Floodlights illuminating displays 2. But if the brightness of all the lights of Christmas could somehow be packaged and put ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Revlation Chapter 5 Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jun 12, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,170 views

    Examine Revelation Chapter 5 Verses 1 - 7.

    Revelation Chapter 5 Vs. 1-7: the Sealed Book Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.tawasbaptist.org Key Verse; Revelation 1:19 “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” Revelation Chapter 1: Things you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Seeing The Plan And Hearing The Word

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 25, 2014
     | 2,884 views

    Like Augustine, we must integrate into our lives the need to see God's vision and to hear God's call.

    Thursday of 3rd Week in Course 2014 Lumen Fidei The vision of God is always broader and deeper than any plan of a human. King David was in a really good mind when he wrote this prayer of thanksgiving to God. Remember that Saul, his predecessor, had wanted a dynasty, but he turned against ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The True Nature And Purpose Of The Church

    Contributed by Martin Scarce on Nov 11, 2002
    based on 299 ratings
     | 32,398 views

    Everyone has an idea of what the church is and its purpose. But what does Jesus say about the church? What is his desire and purpose for the church? Based upon the confession of Peter Jesus reveals the truth about the church.

    “The True Nature and Purpose of the Church” Reading – Matthew 16: 13-25 INTRODUCTION Illustration: When I was growing up there were a number of experiences that left an indelible impression upon. I think we all go through an impressionable stage in life. For me, the thing that left an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Oft Shall ..... I Forgive #49 Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 28, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,102 views

    A sermon dealing with forgiveness

    I. THE PERSON THAT IS INQUISITIVE A. THE APPEAL DIRECTED B. THE ANSWER DECLARED II. THE PARABLE THAT IS ILLUMINATING A. THE MAN AND HIS DEBT 1. MEASURE OF GOD’S FORGIVENESS 2. MOTIVE OF GOD’S FORGIVENESS ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Candles Teach Us About Mothers

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 14, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 2,492 views

    Mothers Day: Candles Teach Us About Mothers

    A. KINDS OF CANDLES - Atmospheric candles to create a mood. Some mothers’ attitudes permeate the house with their godliness and goodness. - Candles to celebrate. Some mothers celebrate the life and passage of events with meaning, i.e., Christmas, weddings, anniversaries. - Food candles that create ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Blame The Darkness

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 13, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,752 views

    The only remedy for the darkness in the world is to produce more light!

    IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT ANYTIME ANYONE ENTERS A DARKENED ROOM THAT THE FIRST THING THEY WANT TO DO IS FIND THE SWITCH TO TURN ON THE LIGHTS SO THEY CAN SEE. OTHER THAN TO SLEEP, I HONESTLY DON’T THINK MOST PEOPLE ENJOY DARKNESS. IT IS ENVELOPING AND SUFFOCATING. IT CAN SOMETIMES BE UNDERSTOOD AS ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Lost And Found

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 24, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,575 views

    Three parables carrying one message: the lost sheep; the lost coin; and the Prodigal son.

    LOST AND FOUND. Luke 15. ‘Horror of horrors!’ proclaimed the scribes and Pharisees. The tax-collectors and ‘sinners’ were drawing near to hear the words of Jesus! The three parables which follow in Luke 15 show the calm response of the Master. In fact, whilst there are three parables, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Embracing God's Call: Transformed By His Purpose 2 Timothy 1:9-10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 9, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,557 views

    2 Timothy 1:9-10. Let us delve into the depths of this passage and discover how God's purpose transforms us and empowers us to live out His truth.

    Embracing God's Call: Transformed by His Purpose 2 Timothy 1:9-10 Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, today we gather to explore the transformative power of God's calling in our lives, as revealed in 2 Timothy 1:9-10. Let us delve into the depths of this passage and discover how ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal