Sermons on Illuminating:

Jesus Keep Me Near The Cross Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on May 21, 2024

The hymn "Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross" is a profound reflection on the Christian faith and the significance of the cross in salvation. Here's a line-by-line explanation!

The hymn "Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross" is a profound reflection on the Christian faith and the significance of the cross in salvation. Here's a line-by-line explanation: 1. **"Jesus, keep me near the cross, There a precious fountain; Free to all, a healing stream, Flows from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13, Galatians 6:14, John 19:25, Revelation 22:1-2, Ezra 4:17, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Revelation Eighteen Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Oct 28, 2023

Babylon is fallen!

In this chapter, we see the destruction of Babylon. An angel from heaven having great authority and whose glory illuminates the earth cries mightily in a loud voice, "Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen and has become a habitation of demons, a prison for every foul spirit, and a cage for ...read more

Preparing The Way: A Journey Through Advent

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 28, 2023

We embark upon the season of Advent—a season of hope, expectation, and preparation. Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year, a time when we turn our gaze towards the coming of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As we gather in this sacred space, our hearts filled with anticipation, we embark upon the season of Advent—a season of hope, expectation, and preparation. Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical year, a time when we turn our gaze towards the coming of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Advent Unveiled: Exploring The Timeless Themes Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 7, 2023

As we embark on the Advent season, a sacred time of anticipation and reflection, let's delve into the timeless themes that have shaped this period of spiritual preparation for centuries.

Advent Unveiled: Exploring the Timeless Themes As we embark on the Advent season, a sacred time of anticipation and reflection, let's delve into the timeless themes that have shaped this period of spiritual preparation for centuries. Join me as we unveil the significance of each traditional ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, Isaiah 9:6, Philippians 4:7, Luke 2:10-11, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Lost Sheep And A Lost Coin.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 4, 2022

Man in sin is lost, whether he is aware of it or not. Jesus came to seek that which was lost. The testimony of Christians is, I once was lost, but now am found.

A LOST SHEEP AND A LOST COIN. Luke 15:1-10. In the first parable of today’s reading we see the caring shepherd. He left his ninety-nine other sheep in order to seek the one that was lost, until he had found it. This is an image which is familiar from both the Old Testament and the New Testament: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Light In The Bible

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 29, 2025

NASB

Believe in the light while you have the light, so that you may become children of light." When he had finished speaking, Jesus left and hid himself from them. ... //biblehub.com/john/12-36 The sun will no more be your light by day, nor will the brightness of the moon shine on you, for the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Heart Of Christmas: God’s Love Revealed

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 12, 2024

One of the most beautiful aspects of Christmas is the humility of Jesus’ birth. Born in a manger, He came not as a conquering king but as a servant.

Christmas is the celebration of the greatest gift ever given: Jesus Christ. At the heart of the Christmas story is the profound truth of God’s love for humanity. John 3:16 declares, “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Luke 1:46-55, Philippians 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Remarkable Lives Of Great Women Of The Bible! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 22, 2024

God specifically designed you to be just the way you are and He has a beautifully unique plan and purpose for your life that you alone can fulfill.

The Bible does not make blanket statements about women being unintelligent, gullible, deceptive, difficult, emotional, sexually wanton, temptresses, evil, or inferior to men. Instead, it highlights the strength, wisdom, and dignity of women throughout scriptures. The Bible presents many positive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:11, Psalm 139:14

Unveiling The Deeper Things Of God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 22, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the concept of the "deep" and how God's light shines to reveal these hidden truths.

The Bible speaks of a spiritual realm where God's mysteries and secrets lie hidden, waiting to be revealed to those who seek Him. In this sermon, we'll explore the concept of the "deep" and how God's light shines to reveal these hidden truths. A Realm of Hidden Truths The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10-14

Glory!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Glory! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 17 verses 1-13. (a). Introduction (Verse 1): 1After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. (1). The Purpose: • For both Jesus and the disciples these six days were a time of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

She Wants To See Jesus Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 13, 2007

True born again Christians are not to have a worldly eulogy given at their funeral. Eulogies and the messages spoken at their physical death experience are to be reminders for Christians of their future home going and an opportunity for the presentation

Turn your Bibles to John 14:1-4, 6 Title: She Wants to See Jesus Theme: Rejoicing in What Christ Has Prepared for Doris Isabel Stump Series: Pillars of the Local Church (September 30, 2007) John 14:1-4, 6, “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in Me. In my Father’s ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's All Good!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 20, 2016

There are times that I have thought to myself, that makes perfect sense! And then there are times that I thought to myself, never in 100 years would have I figured or thought to do that. But yet, it was exactly what needed to be done!

It's all Good! God is good all the time and all the time God is good! What's good you may ask? All of it! Absolutely everything, as long as God is involved in the details. That should really be the Christians mindset, shouldn't it? Does everyone know what an aura is? 1. An invisible emanation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Light To A Dark World Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 1, 2014

Jesus, the light of the world, came to give us hope.

Light To A Dark World Text: Jn. 1:6-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: As Craig T. Kocher in his commentary on our text states, "Christian hope is fundamentally different from optimism. Christian hope locks its steely eyes on the devastation of the world around it, and readily acknowledges that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-13

Denomination: Methodist

(Section 6) The Work Of The Holy Ghost Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 9, 2018

The Holy Ghost bear witness of Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit sets the believer in Christ free from the law of sin and death. The Holy Spirit bears witness together with the spirit of the believer that he is a child of God.

VI. THE WORK OF THE HOLY GHOST A. In Humans In General 1. The Holy Spirit bears witness to the truth regarding Jesus Christ. John 15:26-27 "But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27, Acts 5:30-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Water Of Life, Tree Of Life, Throne Of God And The Lamb Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 24, 2019

This section describes what could be called the “New Eden.” What the first Garden of Eden was supposed to be is fulfilled here. What Adam and Eve would have had if they had not fallen is what is given to God’s people. Adam and Eve lost paradise; here, God has remade it.

Tom Lowe 2/5/18 Book of Revelation Commentary Lesson: V.D.3: The Water of Life, Tree of Life, Throne of God and the Lamb (22:1-5) Scripture (Rev. 22:1-5, KJV) 1 Then he showed me a river of the water of life, clear as crystal, coming from the throne of God and of the Lamb, 2 in the middle of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Baptist