Sermons on Into His Marvelous Light:

Christian Challenge Sermon Ii: Positive Influence Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 11, 2019

In times like these, a positive Christian influence openly and unashamedly preserves Christian ideals by reflecting the character of Christ to draw folks to Him who is the Light of the World.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON II: POSITIVE CHRISTIAN INFLUENCE MAKES A DIFFERENCE At his funeral service, Dean Smith the legendary basketball coach of the University of North Carolina for thirty-six years was eulogized as “more than a coach” by players including greats like Michael ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

The Word Made Flesh.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 20, 2022

The Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us.

THE WORD MADE FLESH. ABRIDGED. John 1:1-18. I. THE ETERNAL WORD. John 1:1-3. “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by Him; and without him was not anything made that was made.” ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Wants To Work In Our Lives - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 30, 2019

1. He wants to speak to us (vs. 1-6). 2. He wants to give us spiritual sight. (vs. 5-7). 3. He wants to send us (vs. 6-7). 4. He wants to save us (vs. 35-38).

Jesus Wants to Work in Our Lives - Part 1 The Gospel of John John 9:1-7; 35-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - February 15, 2017 (Revised September 30, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Most of you know that here in John 9, the Feast of the Tabernacles had just ended in Jerusalem. A large crowd ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7, John 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Those Who Love The Lord Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 28, 2013

If we love the Lord as we should what will happen to us? 1- God will guard our lives 2- God will shed light on us 3- God will bring joy to our hearts

INTRO.- ILL.- Knock, knock. Who’s there? Olive. Olive who? Olive love you too! Are you quick to say, “I love you” to anyone? It seems so natural to do this and especially, you’ve been raised in that realm of love. Is your love real? Is it genuine? Is it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 97:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

John- Believe In Jesus And Live!! Part 2- "For God So Loved" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Nov 19, 2015

Part 2 of the believe in Jesus and live series We are preaching through key parts of John and our Sunday morning bible studies cover the information between the sermons.

John- Believe in Jesus and live!! Part 2---“For God so Loved” John chapter 3:1-21 I know that I am not alone when I say that I have been places where I really hoped no one saw me. I cringe at the thought of my fireman or cowboy buddies seeing me at stein mart Yes I have been there ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

If You Want Eternal Life Then Believe In Jesus

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on May 5, 2014

There is one idea that Jesus is teaching us here that is life changing for those who believe; here it is: You have an opportunity to live forever because of who Jesus is.

There were five ways people related with Jesus during his three year ministry. The first group of folks ignored him. They didn't believe he was the Son of God. They never considered him to be the Messiah. Jesus was most amazed by these people that they could ignore the miracles he performed and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let It Shine Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 16, 2015

The body armor of God's righteousness is both a offensive and defensive weapon. This sermon points out the benefits of both.

In 2003, a class action lawsuit was filed against Second Chance Body Armor. Second Chance manufactures bulletproof vests for police officers and security personnel. Hundreds of police departments throughout the country use their products. Apparently, several police officers had been killed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Foursquare

God Has A Message For You Series

Contributed by Ray Geide on Dec 22, 2021

Since the beginning of time, God has had a message for everyone and a message for you. Find out how that message goes from God to us.

God has a Message for You John 1:1-14 In the beginning was the Word. What picture comes to mind when you hear this? A cloud floating in an empty universe with a big sign that says WORD on it? In the beginning was the word. Or maybe some certain word, Jesus, love, God. Those are words. In the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Testimony Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 8, 2020

Is our conversation consumed by self or trivialities? Let’s learn to talk about Jesus. Let’s look at the example of John whose focus was not self, but telling about the Light, in John 1:6-28.

Prelude: Is our conversation consumed by self or trivialities? Purpose: Let’s learn to talk about Jesus. Plan: Let’s look at the example of John whose focus was not self, but telling about the Light, in John 1:6-28. [Note: the beginning verses of this chapter are wisely reserved for Christmas ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Baptist

When It All Seems Dark

Contributed by Doug Mccoy on Feb 21, 2019

There are times when everything looks dark, but the One who wants us to return to Him gives us perfect light.

Text: Zechariah 4:1-14 Title: When It All Seems Dark Type: Expository Purpose: Encourage hearer with the truth that God is light and victory. Main Idea: God will get it done. Opening: And Pound Us To Dust. In 1992, a big budget version of The Last of the Mohicans arrived in the movie ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

The Work Of The Holy Spirit / Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 25, 2003

In order to consider the unlimited power and work of the Holy Spirit let us look at the various works of the Holy Spirit that Jesus told us that He would accomplish in our lives.

THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT © 4/2001 Mark Beaird 2 PART SERIES / Part 1 Text: John 16:7-11 Throughout the centuries there have been debates and misunderstandings concerning the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Some think of The Holy Spirit as an “it”, an impersonal being or a “divine force.” ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Need For Righteousness Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

Evil is more complex that you imagine. There’s greater depth to evil that you can comprehend. Evil is so widespread that it demands you consider there’s a supernatural and spiritual network of evil ones instigating criminal and immoral behavior.

Sgt. Steven McQueen of Charlie Company of First Battalion and 28th Infantry Regiment was recently shot in the head with a bullet from a machine gun. He was around twenty feet away from an insider attack in Afghanistan in 2018. An insider attack is when Taliban fighters pose as friendly Afghan ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

When Your Theology Bumps Into The Facts Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 16, 2021

A lengthy story about a man born blind provides a clear picture of what happens when your theology bumps into inconvenient facts. Will you reach for God or cling to your predetermined ideas?

SEEING THE LIGHT: The man was blind but saw by believing and obeying Jesus. - John 9:1-7. a. We’ll get more into the confusion in a moment, but the disciples echo the prevailing theology of the time and presume that someone must have sinned for him to be blind. - vv. 1-2. - It was a theology ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Hope

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 10, 2005

A sermon on the 2nd Lesson Faith and Hope

22nd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 24 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 "Faith and Hope" "Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. We give thanks to God always for you all, constantly mentioning you in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

It's Not Easy, But It's Worth It

Contributed by Lauri Smalls on Oct 10, 2012

Encouragement to believers not to give up in the struggle,

Galatians 6: 4 Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else. 5 For we are each responsible for our own conduct. 6 Those who are taught the word of God should provide for their teachers, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:4-10

Denomination: Baptist