Sermons on Light Giving:

The Grace Of Giving

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 2, 2014

Paul's enthusiasm for giving is only matched by the Macedonians...who had the right spirit toward giving.

The Grace of Giving 2 Corinthians 8:1–14 Introduction While on his third missionary journey, the apostle Paul planned to receive a collection for the poor of Jerusalem—the offering to be received from churches he had planted (Romans 15:25–32; 1 Corinthians 16:1–4). It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Thanks

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 12, 2014

Canadian Thanksgiving message 2014

Dakota Community Church October 12, 2014 Give Thanks Jeremiah 9:23-24 Thus says the Lord: “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, 24 but let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: Mennonite

Obedience In Giving

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 29, 2014

Regular sacrificial giving is an act of trust and worship of God.

Obedience in Giving October 26, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Regular sacrificial giving is an act of trust and worship of God. Focus Passage: 2 Corinthians 9:6-9 Introduction: When man finds Jesus, it costs him everything. Jesus has ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Compassionate Giving

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 23, 2014

This message explains the necessity of giving to a compassionate ministry so others might be helped. The parable of the Good Samaritan in LUKE 10 is used as the example.

Open your bibles to the book of LUKE, chapter 10. Let us read verses 30-37. One day, as Jesus was teaching, a religious leader stood and, wanting to test Jesus, asked him, “Teacher, what should I do if I want to inherit eternal life?” Jesus responded by asking the religious leader ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: *other

When Light Becomes Darkness

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 3, 2012

One of the names by which Christians are known is "Light.” Christians are supposed to be the light in this dark world. Christians are supposed to show the way to people who do not know the way. They are supposed to direct those who are in darkness

Matthew 5:14-16 says, “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candle stick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Light Up Your Life And Others By Uncovering The Light!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 29, 2014

We are expected to be the lights shining in the dark places of this world so that others can find their way to the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ!

Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Give Mutual Acceptance To The Body Of Christ Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010

Most Christians understand how we are supposed to live in the world. We are lights in a dark world. We are Christ’s ambassadors, His personal representatives in a foreign land. Yet, sometimes we struggle to live peaceable with fellow believers. The princi

Give Mutual Acceptance to the Body of Christ Romans 14 and 15 As I bring the last message in this Series of messages from Romans, the Apostle Paul continues his teaching on how Christians ought to behave. In Romans 12, we are invited to present ourselves to God as living sacrifices. How do we do ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Walking As Children Of Light

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 6, 2021

In this world of sin and darkness, the believers have been called out of darkness to live a life reflecting the work of grace, and to shine forth as light in the midst of the dark world.

WALKING AS CHILDREN OF LIGHT Study Text: Ephesians 5: 8 - 14 Introduction: - The theme of light and darkness is prominent throughout the Bible. Darkness symbolizes Satan’s evil domain and the sinful deeds of those who do not obey God. - It also represents the spiritual ignorance of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Light = Words Of Life! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 1, 2004

When we experience the Light of God Jesus-we experience the Word of Life who then reveals to us the word’s which produce life in us for eternity.

Sermon: 1 John 1 – God’s Light = Word’s Of Life! Thesis: When we experience the Light of God Jesus-we experience the Word of Life who then reveals to us the word’s which produce life in us for eternity. Scripture Text: 1 John 1: 1-10 1That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Walk In The Light As Jesus Did

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

One thing that we cannot live without is light.

One thing that we cannot live without is light. It may be easy to take light for granted, but nothing can live without it. Even though Christ is the light of the world John writes, "Light has come into the world, but men loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil. Everyone who ...read more

Scripture: John 3:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Essence Of Christmas

Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 10, 2018

There are many things we enjoy about Christmas. Family gatherings; decorations; hot cider; peppermint; giving gifts; peppermint; carols; peppermint. But the tree and trimmings, food and festivities are not the essence of Christmas.

“The Essence Of Christmas” John 3:16-21 David P. Nolte There are many things we enjoy about Christmas. Family gatherings; decorations; hot cider; peppermint; giving gifts; peppermint; carols; peppermint. But the tree and trimmings, food and festivities are not the essence of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21, Revelation 22:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 8, 2020

A series on the I AM statements of Jesus and what they mean for us.

The Light of the World May 10, 2020 John 8:12 Let’s start off with a little quiz - - Q: How many mystery writers does it take to screw in a light bulb? A: Two, one to screw it almost all the way in and the other to give it a surprising twist at the end. Q: How long does it take for a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

This Little Light Of Mine, I'm Going To Let It Shine

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2004

As the candle gives itself for the light, so must we learn the gift that gives to to Light can make a big difference.

THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE, I ’M GOING TO LET IT SHINE!! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I start burning big candle prior to service. As I start preaching I light a candle in a globe, I light a tall skinny candle, and I light some very small candles. You will see the points ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Christ, I Am...light In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

Shine the light of Christ on our own darkness, and the darkness of the world. Then, shine as a light in the world.

IN CHRIST, I AM…LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS—Ephesians 5:1-20 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) Read the sermon title from the card. There is a lot of darkness in the world. The media bombards us with stories of injustice, oppression, and corruption. We see people who are caught in a web of sin, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shed Some Light On Your Account

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 28, 2019

This is the 16th sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#16] SHED SOME LIGHT ON YOUR ACCOUNT Ephesians 5:8-14 Introduction: We have been in our series in Ephesians for 16 weeks today. This series has been focused on the fact that we are spiritually rich through Jesus Christ. Today is a day focused on the celebration of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Baptist