Sermons on Light Eternal:

Treasures In Heaven

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 14, 2005

Focusing on eternity rather than earthly priorities.

Treasures in Heaven Matthew 6:19-24 June 12, 2005 Introduction It’s been said that Jesus speaks more about money than he spoke about heaven and hell. I haven’t done an exhaustive count, and so I can’t say for sure. But one thing is unmistakably clear: Jesus addresses money and he makes no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

Don't Waste Your Life Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

A comparison of the wasted life vs. the surrendered life.

INTRODUCTION A dairy farmer went to buy a new pickup truck. He had seen an ad in the paper about discounts and factory rebates, so he decided to trade in his old clunker. He chose a new model and was ready to write the check for the full amount. The salesman said, “Wait, I haven’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Wealthy Idiot Series

Contributed by Nicolas Campbell on Jun 11, 2012

Narrative retelling of the rich fool parable.

Nicolas Campbell Narrative Hybrid Outline A. Story about putting your foot in your mouth. B. Linking Statement I. Retelling the Biblical Story A. So we are met with literally a mob of people. There were thousands of people who were trampling over each other to get close to Jesus to hear him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Christian Church

A.c.e. Up My Sleeve

Contributed by Sir Rodeheaver on Jul 7, 2016

A life verse, only because of the death of One; the Abundant, Confident and Eternal life of the believer.

Subject: The Shepherd Modified Subject: The Good Shepherd Thesis: The Good Shepherd providentially cares for His flock. Objective: To trust in the provision and care of our Lord. Psalm 23 – the funeral passage. I say that because so many people place this passage of scripture on the memorial ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Oh, For The Good Old Days!

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 20, 2014

A sermon on how to view our past (Material adapted from Dan Blazer in his book, Life Is Worth Living, chapter 9)

Introduction: Solomon reminds us that there are 4 dimensions of time that should be important to us: past, present, future and eternity. The time dimensions that should be most important to Christians are the present and eternity. Nevertheless, there is a message here for us about the past. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heaven You're Not Home Yet!

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 14, 2017

Christ has gone before us to prepare an abiding place for us in heaven. He has made the arrangements for us. The apostle John writes that all these truths have been written in Scripture so that: Quote "You may know that you have eternal life".

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scriptures read prior to the Message. Today's assigned readings are: Acts 7:55-60; Psalm 31:1-16; 1 Peter 2:2-10 and John 14:1-14. After having served for decades in Africa, ... a missionary couple, ... Mr. & Mrs. Henry Morrison, were ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

It's Time To Unfold Your Deck Chair

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 19, 2017

Lucy said, "On the great cruise ship of life, some people take their deck chairs to the bow. And some people take their deck chairs to the stern. Where do you put your deck chair, Charlie Brown?" Charlie replied "I can't even get my deck chair unfolded."

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message or Homily. Today's assigned readings are: Acts 17:22-34; Psalm 66:7-18; 1 Peter 3:13-22 and John 14:15-21. In a "Peanuts" strip, ... Charlie Brown and Lucy were discussing ... theology. Lucy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34, John 14:5-6, John 14:15-21

Denomination: Anglican

Candle And Cradle, Curse And Cross

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 6, 2009

Every positive experience has its negative side. Jesus’ coming was threatening to many, and His birth foreshadows a cross. The light of Christ, however, will never be put out.

Dr. Seuss knew that every Christmas has a Grinch. Every positive experience, it would seem, has a dark side, a negative side. Every Christmas has a Grinch to steal away its joy. Maybe you are one of those people, and there are quite a few of them, who just get tired of the whole murky business ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

What Makes Jesus' Yoke Light? (Matthew 11:1-30) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 7, 2022

Jesus' expectations are high (Matthew 5-7). So how can he say his yoke is a light burden? Jesus' yoke is not optional, and not secondary. You come to Jesus, in part, by taking on his yoke.

What makes Jesus' yoke light? (Matthew 11:1-30) We were doing family devotions the other night, and I was so proud of two of them, and found their insights so helpful, that I thought I'd sidetrack for a week and just make a record of this for myself. And the best way I know to do that, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-30, Matthew 5:17-48, Matthew 6:19-34, Matthew 7:21-29

“it’s About Time! Walk As Children Of The Light” Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jun 13, 2013

It's about time Christians to recognize the characteristics that must be in you to be a follower of God. all my sermons have a / in them to compress the words of the text.

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church June 2nd 2013 Eph. 5:8-14 “It’s about time! WALK AS CHILDREN OF THE LIGHT” Intro: Eph. chap 5 is all about change. • Designed/teach us we are different/world around us. • Now that we are different/should live lives ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 5:13-16 “let’s Not Talk About Religion” Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Matthew 5:13-16 “Let’s not talk about religion”

Matthew 5:13-16 “Let’s not talk about religion” Manuscript As you know we’ve lived overseas in a few different countries. I’ve had to learn to live in a culture that is not my own. As well as that I’m married to someone from overseas – a Czech. And Czech ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Being Right-Minded

Contributed by David Mcnally on Jun 24, 2011

We are in the world but are not be 'of it', in the sense of having the same outlook and values of non-Christians. We are not called to be pious and sanctimonious, but to be 'Christ-minded', being 'different' in such a way that we are 'lights' to those aro

Colossians 3:1-17 Paul wrote in Colossian 3:2 ‘Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth’ ‘for you have died’ – he meant spiritually; he meant to the things that the world, those around us, consider important. This reinforces what Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pass The Salt Please Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 15, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Matthew 5: 13 – 16

Matthew 5: 13 – 16 Pass The Salt Please 13 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Here Is My Servant

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2010

Epiphany 1(A) - God declares: "Here is my Servant". Jesus will bring justice to the nations. Jesus will be the light for all nations.

“HERE IS MY SERVANT” (Outline) January 10, 2010 - Epiphany 1 - ISAIAH 42:1-7 INTRO: During the Epiphany season we are given an insight into the divine nature of God’s Son, Jesus. Jesus’ divinity is revealed by his miracles, healings, and words of truth. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Build On The Rock

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 16, 2009

A life built on the Rock has a foundation for eternity.

Text: “And the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; for it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock” (Matthew 7:25). As we pass through this earthly life, we are going to come upon difficult times, sooner or later. These difficult times may resemble ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29

Denomination: Christian Church