Sermons on Light Of God:

Respect In The Home Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

The very dignity you ascribe to your Lord you are to give to your mate. This does not mean we worship our wives, but it means we are to treasure them as one of our most precious gifts.

Waren Webster, missionary to Pakistan, tells of his first attempt to be friendly to the children who came to watch him as he tore a crate apart to rebuild it as a desk. He said, "Hello," and they frowned and ran. He felt disappointed, but later they came back and he said it again, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7-12

Let Hope Arise (Easter)

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 30, 2021

As we look at several of the encounters that the Risen Lord had with various people, we see hope rising in places of - grief, fear, doubt and failure.

Let HOPE Rise! Easter 2020 I want to start off today with some powerful words that Paul put to paper 2000 years ago, NOT ONLY for a bunch of believers who were living in the city of Corinth… BUT ALSO - for (you and I) today, at this very moment on April 12, 2020. Now, brothers, I want to remind ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, John 20:10-16, John 20:25, Mark 16:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Cleans House Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 22, 2023

If you want Jesus to deal with the mess in your life, trust Him with your life and let Him search you, clean you, and fix you.

As an 18-year-old Nova Scotian farm boy, Quincy Collins wanted adventure, so he decided to join the Navy. When he reported to the naval base in Halifax for his interview, he took a cab that dropped him off at the front gate. Explaining to the guard at the gate why he was there, the guard looked at ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25, Psalm 139:23-24, John 3:17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Be Wise About Alcohol Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 10, 2024

Proverbs has a lot to say about the dangers of alcohol abuse and the need for wisdom to avoid the dangers.

Introduction: A. The story is told about a preacher who decided that a visual demonstration would add emphasis to his Sunday sermon. 1. So, he placed four jars on a table in front of the congregation and put one worm into each jar. a. The first worm was put into a jar of alcohol. b. The second worm ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:1, Proverbs 23:29-35, Proverbs 31:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Speaking The Truth In Love

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 19, 2021

Speaking the truth in love with one another is the habit Christians do. It is Jesus Christ in us. It is the Holy Spirit in us.

Volkswagen is a popular brand of cars here in the United States and all over the world. About five years ago, Volkswagen was caught in a massive cheating scandal. Essentially they installed a “defeat device” – or software – in their cars with diesel engines that could detect when they were being ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Baptist

How To Avoid Being A Disciple Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 20, 2025

As Jesus continues his journey toward Jerusalem, he makes some statements that reveal just how costly discipleship is.

The Internet is full of information on how people can do certain things: How to repair a specific broken belt on a lawn mower How to balance a budget How to cook a dish How to pay for college There is also a ton of information on how to avoid certain things: How to avoid debt How to avoid phishing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35, Luke 12:15, Luke 9:23-25, Matthew 5:13, Luke 6:35, Mark 6:46, Acts 8:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sunday - Resurrection Day - The Day Of Joy And Amazement Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 18, 2022

After the dark and depressing days of crucifixion Friday and silent Saturday, came resurrection Sunday. The tomb was empty and Jesus appeared to Mary, Peter, two disciples, and to all the apostles. And they were all filled with joy and amazement.

A. Allow me to begin this morning with an illustration from Max Anders’ book, Basics of Christianity. 1. Max Anders wrote: Two hundred miles northeast of Los Angeles is a baked-out gorge called Death Valley; the lowest place in the United States at 276 feet below sea level. a. It is also the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ruth (Friend Or Companion)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on May 3, 2022

4 chapters with notes (NASB); perhaps written by Samuel; during Judges' time

Here is a quick video summary: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2907001996177489 Marilyn Hickey notes: written over 30 years; the location is Bethlehem and Moab(MODERN DAY JORDAN); Naomi widowed; disobedience; cursings & blessings; Naomi and her family start with the wrong motives. 1 Now it came ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Truth About Lying

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 19, 2002

Inductive Segmented Narrative Sermon about Christians and lying

THE TRUTH ABOUT LYING EPHESIANS 4:25 NARRATIVE SEGMENT 1 Our story focuses on a young boy named Tim. Most people call him little Tim because his father’s name is Tim as well. His whole family is in the sheep business. If it has to do with sheep, their family does it. Anyway, on Tim’s 10th ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"An Identity Crisis"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 8, 2002

Many of us are faced with an identity crisis, and must embrace Christ in order to get a handle on this crisis.

John 9:1-41 “An Identity Crisis” By Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA When Ross Perot was running for President against George Bush Senior and Bill Clinton....Perot’s running mate in the Vice Presidential debate began his remarks with, “Who am I? Where am ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: United Methodist

My Appointed Time: Celebrate!

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 25, 2002

On Good Friday our Lord celebrated the Passover with His disciples.

MY APPOINTED TIME: CELEBRATE! Matthew 26:17-30 INTRO.- ILL.- A doctor asked his new patient if she had been to any other doctor about her complaint before coming to see him. She said, "No, but I did go to my druggist." "Well, that shows just how much sense some people have! And what sort of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ephesus The Great Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 3, 2003

The first century believers faced stiff opposition from political authorities determined to stop the spread of their message. Despite the increasingly harsh treatment, they were able to go a long way in fulfilling the Lord’s mandate to take the gospel to

THE REVELATION OF JESUS part 3 EPHESUS THE GREAT Revelation 2:1-11 The first century believers faced stiff opposition from political authorities determined to stop the spread of their message. Despite the increasingly harsh treatment, they were able to go a long way in fulfilling the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Taking A Self-Inventory

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Apr 2, 2001

How do we know if the fruit of the Spirit is developing in our lives? I ask this question because nothing ever changes in our lives unless we have a sense of need or even desperation. Many of us are blind to our own weaknesses. Here are some simple steps in taking a self inventory

TAKING A SELF-INVENTORY Is the Fruit of the Spirit developing in my life? How do we know if the fruit of the Spirit is developing in our lives? I ask this question because nothing ever changes in our lives unless we have a sense of need or even desperation. Many of us are blind to our own ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 15:8

Denomination: Methodist

It's Been Done

Contributed by Germain Brown on Apr 6, 2001

Our deliverance is done... Our past is under the blood... Personal testimony...

It’s Been Done There was a constant battle that I would go through daily. I came to Christ, repented of my past sins, yet, my past would always come back to haunt me. Fact was that I didn’t know that regardless of how bad I had sinned, it was all forgotten and forgiven by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, Isaiah 54:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakfast With Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Apr 16, 2001

A narrative retelling of Peter’s breakfast with Jesus that leads fallen disciples to declare their love for Him, receive His forgiveness and a new assignment to serve Him.

Text: John 21:4-19 Title: Breakfast with Jesus – or – A New Assignment for a Fallen Disciple Series: Conversations with Jesus (C) Topic: Christian Living Theme: Christian Living & Failure Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness Calling God’s people in my care to tell Jesus that they love ...read more

Scripture: John 21:4-19

Denomination: Wesleyan