Sermons on Life Light:

Keep Shining

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021

Paul reminds us that as new born-again-baptized people, we are new creatures in Jesus Christ who are called to exemplify His light in our living and witness, walking as Gods children of light (Ephesians 5:8).

Ephesians 5:8-14  for at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light  (9)  (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true),  (10)  and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord.  (11)  Take no ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: United Methodist

"Let Us Connect"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 5, 2016

How can we connect to God by companionship, by having Proper Character, by conditioning, and by continuance.

“This New Year let us Connect” Acts 2:42-47 The Early Church found something we need and that is Connection 1. The early Church connected to God as a result of Constance in their life 42They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

The Future King

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 15, 2023

'The Future King!' - Isaiah chapter 9 verses 1-7 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: A great darkness (vs 2) A great light (vs 2-4) A great promise (vs 6-7) SERMON BODY: Ill: • I waited all my life for an event to happen. • The promise it might one day happened started on the 14th of November 1948. • When Charles Philip Arthur George was born. • All my lifetime ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

What Jesus’ Light Helps Us See Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 2, 2021

This passage is complicated and challenging. This sermon attempts to cut it down to the four interactions and what is going in each. What's the key to seeing Jesus' light?

- This is a very challenging passage. There is a lot going on here in general. There are questions and answers that don’t always flow from one another. There are a lot of theological statements that are not easily processed. - When you add it all up, there’s a lot to handle here. I struggled ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30

Denomination: Baptist

An Unshakable Kingdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To understand and live in the reality of God's unshakeable kingdom, reflecting His presence in our lives with gratitude, reverence, and awe.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to delve into some deep waters. We're going to explore what it means to live in light of the unshakeable kingdom of God. As the great theologian A.W. Tozer once said, "The world is perishing for lack of the knowledge of God and the Church is famishing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28

Topics: Living In Light, Kingdom

Christians Are Bright-Eyed

Contributed by Edward Frey on Feb 28, 2002

God’s grace cures all spiritual blindness.

The other week was interesting to say the least. Our whole family was infected with “pink eye.” Joseph had it the worst. His eyes were irritated and red; watery, itchy, and oozy. Pink eye made it hard for him to see. The doctor examined him and put him on an antibiotic drop. God examines our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Epiphany

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 2, 2021

His light is not contingent upon what's going on around you

A customer called the customer service line to complain about a power outage after a big storm, then stopped complaining long enough to ask, “How will I know when my lights are back on?” The customer service agent remained silent for a second, and finally said, “Um, it’ll be brighter than it is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Change Agents Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Salt goes into the body. It is necessary, and good, and contributes to the health of the body. It changes the body – for a time. But for lasting change to occur something has to go into the mind and heart as well. And that is where light comes in.

How many of you keep a watch on how much salt you eat, buying the low-sodium versions of things like canned soup and cold cuts and avoiding high-sodium treats like pizza and potato chips? It’s an article of faith that salt is hazardous to your health. And it’s very difficult to avoid, since most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

Emphasizes the reality of sin, the cleansing offered through Christ's sacrifice, and the joy found in the resurrection of Jesus.

Good morning, dear friends. It is indeed a joy to gather with you today, in this house of worship, united under the banner of our risen Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us today, a message that will speak into our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35, John 20:19-31

Topics: Sin, God's Light

Say No To Zero: Pass The Torch

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 28, 2023

It is easy to gradually grow cold and accept zero as the norm. We must reflect the light. Pick up the torch!

SAY NO TO ZERO… PASS THE TORCH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) GOD SAID: LET THERE BE LIGHT… GOD IS LOVE, GOD IS LIGHT… WE ARE TO LIVE OUR LIVES PURPOSEFULLY AND INTENTIONALLY TO SEND THE LIGHT… The blessed Gospel light. John 3:19 And this is the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:19, John 3:16, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What A Great Difference

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 10, 2018

There is a difference between dark and light. Fellowship should be with those on the same spiritual journey.

WHAT A GREAT DIFFERENCE SCRIPTURE: II Corinthians 6:14 “Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: or what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?” What a great difference. “You can’t get two things more opposite than light and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Easter Sunday, Christ Has Risen!

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Apr 7, 2023

Without darkness, there can be no light.

Can you think of your darkest moment in life, perhaps it was some time ago, perhaps it was just recent or maybe your darkest moment in life is happening to you right now. Whatever and whenever your darkest moment arises, be assured you will come through and see the light and that’s a promise that ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-42, John 20:1-18

Denomination: Congregational

Lightly Salted

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 1, 2016

We must engage our culture as a witness for Jesus Christ.

Lightly Salted October 30, 2016 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must engage our culture as a witness for Jesus Christ. Focus Passage: Matthew 5:13-16 Introduction: To borrow upon the theme of these verses, too many American Christians prefer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Useful To God? Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 24, 2022

God does not want believers to isolate or insulate themselves from the world and those who are lost. Like salt, Christians are called to make the world tastier; and like light, believers will shine the brightest only in the darkest places.

Are you useful to God, or have you made yourself useless? When we come to know Jesus Christ, we are transformed into a holy instrument to be used by the Lord. We all have a purpose, but some of us choose to make ourselves useless by not allowing the Lord to touch us with His hand. To put it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Gospel Shaped Living: ‘your Church A Light In Darkness!’ Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 6, 2019

Gospel Shaped Living - Week 1: ‘Your Church a Light in Darkness!’: Matthew chapter 16 verse 18. & Matthew chapter 5 verses 14-16.– sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

Gospel Shaped Living - Week 1: ‘Your Church a Light in Darkness!’ Reading: Matthew chapter 16 verse 18. Reading: Matthew chapter 5 verses 14-16. SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Church and Me. • (a). The universal Church. • (b). the local Church. (2). The Church and Jesus. • (a). The project is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Brethren