Sermons on Light Of God:

A Declaration Of Freedom Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jun 30, 2024

As we think about the 4th of July and what it means for the United States, let's also think about the true meaning of freedom we experience through Christ. We'll draw parallels between the Declaration of Independence and our spiritual liberation, focusing on the quest for freedom from sin, the price Jesus paid for our freedom, and our responsibility to live righteously.

Hey guys, Happy 4th of July weekend! You know, as we get ready to enjoy some BBQ, fireworks, and maybe even a day off from summer jobs or chores, let's take a moment to think about what this holiday is really about. It's not just about hot dogs and sparklers, right? It's about freedom. But today, I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Topics: Independence, Spiritual Freedom, Christ's Teachings, American History

#2 Keeping Our Way Pure Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

This is the second sermon in the series THE ABCS OF WALKING IN THE WAY

KEEPING OUR WAY PURE PSALM 119:9-16 INTRODUCTION A. David asked, “How can a young man keep his heart?” B. Solomon answered, “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life” (Prov 4:23). C. Believers of all ages often have a problem with keeping their hearts, as seen ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Rejection Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Oct 30, 2025

Christ Rejection

Acts 17 v 1 - 10 Christ Rejection The Destination The Route - 1 Now when they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, The Result - they came to Thessalonica, The Resource - where was a synagogue of the Jews: The Declaration The Preacher - 2 and Paul, The Practice - as his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

The Us Army Soldier's Creed (Https://Www.army.mil/Values/Soldiers.html)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 16, 2025

NASB; A line from the creed is followed by a biblical reference.

I am an American Soldier. The first biblical reference is Judges 20:2 - The chiefs of all the people, even of all the tribes of Israel, took their stand in the assembly of the people of God, 400,000 foot soldiers who drew the sword. I am a warrior and a member of a team. The first biblical ...read more

Scripture: Judges 20:2

Denomination: Vineyard

Understanding And Overcoming Household Witchcraft Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 8, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the causes, effects, and signs of household witchcraft, as well as biblical strategies for overcoming it.

Household witchcraft refers to the subtle and often hidden forms of manipulation, control, and destruction that can occur within families or close relationships. This phenomenon can manifest through various behaviors, including jealousy, envy, criticism, and betrayal. In this sermon, we will ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:26, 2 Corinthians 11:3

The Peace Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 1, 2022

The world in which Jesus was born was not the peaceful, serene place many of us have imagined.

The Peace of Christmas December 4, 2022 The world in which Jesus was born was not the peaceful, serene place many of us have imagined. Galilee was under the control of the brutal Roman Empire. When the Romans captured a region or country, they ruled it with marshal law, and levied heavy taxes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Entered Triumphantly Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon introduction discusses the prophecies of Isaiah and Zechariah about Jesus' life, birth, and death, focusing on the fulfillment of Zechariah's prediction about Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.

For the past 4 weeks we’ve been walking through the story of the hours leading up to Jesus’ resurrection – incidents that were predicted by the prophet Isaiah, 700 years before they happened. Isaiah wasn’t the only one to predict Jesus’ life, birth, or death. One of the most famous predictions of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9, Luke 19:1-11, John 12:1-18

Topics: Messiah Prophecies, Palm Sunday, Triumphant Entry

Sermon Series: Against All Odds

Love And Sacrifice, Part 3

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Mar 2, 2003

He was a high school senior that was really messing his life up. He was being disrespectful to his parents, staying out late at night, and making poor grades in his classes. At this point in his life, he was hanging out with all the wrong people. But one

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: He was a high school senior that was really messing his life up. He was being disrespectful to his parents, staying out late at night, and making poor grades in his classes. At this point in his life, he was hanging out with all the wrong people. But one thing that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Thanks, Dad!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 15, 2003

Let’s talk about the positive aspects of fatherhood. And to do that, I call your attention to the familiar story of the prodigal son, & especially to the father of the prodigal son.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2017) (This sermon is largely my adaptation of an excellent sermon by Dennis Slaughter, former Minister of Valley View Christian Church, Dallas, TX.) TEXT: Luke 15:11-31 Well, today is Father’s Day, as you have been reminded ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:8, Luke 15:11-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ: Our Provision

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 3, 2001

Christ is not only the provider of all our needs, He Himself is the Provision.

(Read 1-14) The feeding of the five thousand is an account from the ministry of Jesus with which most, if not all, of us are very familiar. It is significant to note that it is the only miracle of Jesus that is recorded by all four gospel writers. Even John, who wrote his gospel some years ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14, John 6:5-6

Denomination: Orthodox

Hospital For Family Diseases

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Mar 21, 2005

A family is referred to as a church within a church, a republic within a republic, a world within a world.

This is a matter that concerns everybody and I strongly advise you to read on with rapt attention. Today is a day to cry against the Pharaoh that has been pursuing your family and the prison warden that had caged your family. You will cry out to the Lord to raise a Moses that will deliver your ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Part Are You

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2000

Looks at Paul's comparison between the Church and the body of Christ.

How do you feel about your body? Strange question isn’t it? Most of us would rather not think about our bodies and if we do we probably don’t think very complementary things. It’s too fat or too skinny, too short or too tall. Bumpy, lumpy or just plain ugly kind of like the guy who was so ugly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

7 Ways To Love Your Mother

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 6, 2004

Love her verbally, physically, patiently, attentively, gratefully, generously, honorably. Link to Formatted Text and Powerpoint Presentation included.

7 Ways to Love Your Mother John 19:26-27 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html This sermon at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/7WaysLoveMother.html -------------------------------------- Mary witnessed the crucifixion from the foot ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27, John 19:26

Denomination: Baptist

Going Away Empty-Hearted

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002

This sermon examines the resurrection of Jesus from the perspective of 3 different people - John, Peter and Mary.

April 15, 2001 – Easter John 20:1-18 “Going away empty-hearted” INTRODUCTION Let me start out with a scenario for you this morning. Every day, a gentleman went to work. Every day, he would ride the elevator all the way to the bottom floor of the high rise apartment building that he lived ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Does The Resurrection Of Jesus Really Matter?"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Mar 28, 2002

Easter often seems to be more about “Cadbury Bunnies, and new clothes” The events surrounding an itinerant teacher from Bethlehem are buried somehow by many in the celebration of spring and Easter dinners. Does the resurrection of Jesus really matter?

West Greeley Baptist Church March 31st 2002 “Does the resurrection of Jesus really matter?” 1st Corinthians 15:16-20 Pastor Mark Hensley 16For if the dead are not raised, then Christ has not been raised either. 17And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:16-20

Denomination: Baptist