Sermons on Light Of Our Home:

Counting The Cost Of A King Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 24, 2022

Israel demanded a king and rejected God as their king. God made a new covenant with King David. In David’s offspring a king would rule forever. Israel rejected God but they did not thwart his sovereign purposes for man. In Jesus Christ both the Sinai covenant and David’s covenant are fulfilled.

It is tragic when we give something more priority than we give God. Sporting events can develop character and teach young people positive lessons but if that sport ever came between that person and God, it is wrong. Even humanitarian projects which are serving human need in a ministry, if they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Overflowing With Joy Until He Comes Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 16, 2022

We are truly better together.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION o Pleasure to be here—we are waiting on the glorious day of Christ’s return. o Many days we are already ready—sickness, pain, tired, seeing things in culture, burdens in life, persecution. A GRIEF OBSERVED For C. S. Lewis, it was the death of his wife, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:2-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons From Elijah The Power Of Waiting And Persevering Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 20, 2025

This story teaches us valuable lessons about the importance of waiting, perseverance, and trust in God's promises.

In the story of Elijah, we find a powerful example of waiting on God's promise and persevering through challenges. After three years of drought and famine in Israel, God instructed Elijah to present himself to King Ahab, promising to send rain on the land (1 Kings 18:1). This story teaches us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1

The Parable Of The Unforgiving Servant: The Power Of Forgiveness, The Danger Of Unforgiveness

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2022

So today we come to the parable of the unforgiving servant. The central topic being, forgiveness, and the power of forgiveness.

"In "The Christian Leader," Don Ratzlaff retells a story Vernon Grounds came across in Ernest Gordon's Miracle on the River Kwai. The Scottish soldiers, forced by their Japanese captors to labor on a jungle railroad, had degenerated to barbarous behavior, but one afternoon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Difficult Prayer

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jul 6, 2023

It is easy to pray with our mouths in public. Sincere prayer comes from a humble, pure and clean heart which only GOD can give.

A difficult prayer “Create in me a clean heart and renew a right spirit within me. Scripture tells us in Jeremiah 17:9-10 that the heart is desperately wicked, who can know it. In Mark 7:20-23, our LORD JESUS tells us clearly “What comes out of a man, that defiles a man. For from within, out ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10, Jeremiah 17:9-10, Mark 7:20-23

The One Who Can Lead Us Out Of Darkness Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 10, 2008

Jesus is the light of the world who can lead us to eternal life.

[For free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” What did Jesus mean when He said, “I am the light of the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

"Seeing Jesus In The Feast Of Tabernacles” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 18, 2017

Tabernacles points to Jesus as the light of the world, the water of life and the coming King.

The 7th feast of Israel is “The Feast of Tabernacles.” It’s often called “Tabernacles,” because the Jews lived in tabernacles to remind them of God’s provision in the 40 year wilderness wandering, when Israel lived in similar shelters. It’s also known as “The Feast of Ingathering” (Exodus 23:16; ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:33-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Of Salvation

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 8, 2020

You must work out your own salvation. Outline

Philippians 2:12-16 Proposition: You must work out your own salvation! I. By obeying without supervision! vs. 12-13 A. You honor the Lord. vs. 12 B. The Lord works in you. vs. 13 II. By walking as sons of God! vs. 14-15 A. You will be without rebuke. vs. 14-15a B. You will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Miracle 6: The Man Born Blind Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

Jesus the Light of the World.

Jesus The Light Of The World John 9:1-41 The Man Born Blind A. INTRODUCTION 1. Where did the action take place? Temple entrance. “As Jesus passed by” (9:1). a. Blind could not enter Temple. b. Normally begged. 2. What was the background? Crisis. “They (the Jews) took up stones to cast at ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Baptist

Sus Palabras Corren Muy Deprisa

Contributed by James Dina on Feb 19, 2022

Actuando de acuerdo con la palabra de Dios, los ángeles nos traen rápidamente el don del cielo, entregándonos la buena noticia de una gran alegría. ("Envió su palabra para sanarnos").

SUS PALABRAS CORREN MUY DEPRISA "Envía su mandamiento a la tierra: su palabra corre muy deprisa" (Salmo 147,15). En el principio era el Verbo, y el Verbo estaba con Dios, y el Verbo era Dios" (Juan 1:1); "toda palabra de Dios es pura; es un escudo para los que ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our God Given Purpose: Suffer For Jesus Series

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Nov 24, 2009

Jesus Christ provides us with our purpose and the power to accomplish our purpose.

Colossians 1:24-2:7 Good morning and welcome to our continuing journey together through the book of Colossians. If you recall, the book of Colossians is actually a letter that Paul wrote while in prison and he wrote it to the Christian Church in Colosse. Paul had never been to Colosse but he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Is God Fair?

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Jan 31, 2010

In light of the trauma in the world (and especially in our church) how can we call God fair? Or is that not the right question?

Concordia Lutheran Church January 31, 2010 Is God Fair? Matthew 20:1-16 † IN THE NAME OF JESUS, THE MESSIAH † May the gifts and the peace of God our Father, and our Master, Jesus Christ be poured into your lives, as you work in His Kingdom! Parabolic Treatment of Parables! I have had a hard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Teaching Our Children Respect For Other People Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 15, 2002

Part two of a three part series for parents and grandparents on teaching respect for God, Others, Self and Leaders.

April 14, 2002 Last week we began our current series on "Help For the Home" by laying down two statements upon which we agreed were necessary for helping our children become better examples of "salt and light" for our community: 1. Lack of respect is epidemic in our society. 2. We must do ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Gifts Are Not Just For Collecting... They Are For Using!

Contributed by Julie Marxhausen on Feb 29, 2016

This speaks of spiritual gifts and the privilege of using them rather than comparing them with others, wanting someone else's gifts, or choosing not to use them.

How many of you ever get gifts? Do you open them? Weird question! Right? Of course we open gifts we receive. Who would leave gifts unopened? Hopefully we all get some really neat gifts from time to time, but I’ll guess, some of you get gifts that aren’t “all that.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Patriotic Christians #1 - Pray For Our Country Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 1, 2020

As Christians, we can be patriotic and support our country. One important way that we can support our country is pray for our country. I will outline seven areas to pray, one for each day of the week.

Patriotic Christians #1 Pray for Our Nation Theme: As Christians, we can be patriotic and support our country. One important way that we can support our country is pray for our country. I will outline seven areas to pray, one for each day of the week. Introduction Over the next few weeks, I ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-2, Proverbs 15:33, Matthew 12:25, Ephesians 4:31-32, Ephesians 4:26-28, Colossians 1:12-14, Isaiah 9:2, Matthew 6:33, 2 Corinthians 4:6, Proverbs 22:4-6, Matthew 6:9-10, 2 Chronicles 7:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ