Sermons on Light Of This World:

Royal Games

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 15, 2003

When Kings come together, there must be a yeilding of some athority. Epiphany-The sharing of the light to the gentiles.

Royal Games Mathew 2:1-12 This morning we are going over one of the Good verses Evil stories that are all through the bible. We are talking about a clash of kings, sort of. We have at least 3 kings involved and it could be 5 or more. There are a lot of holes in the story because we are just ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

Sermon On The Mount - Part 6 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jun 20, 2019

Part 6 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus to a crowd as he delivered what is more familiarly known as the “Sermon on the Mount.” This part examines the beatitude, "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God."

Part 6 - Beatitudes – peacemakers Sermon on the Mount The Christian Character Matthew 5:3 - 7:27 (Cf. Luke 6:20-49) This is Part 6 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus to a crowd of people on a Galilean hillside as he delivered what is more ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3, Ephesians 6:11-12, Matthew 5:40, 1 John 3:1-3, Colossians 1:19-20, Romans 12:18, Matthew 10:34-36, James 3:13-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Truly This Was God Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 19, 2011

This series looks at various truths and principles that can be found in the story leading up to the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Gethsemane to Golgotha Pt3-Truly this was God Introduction Continue- Easter series- Gethsemane to Golgotha. Review Pt1- Mat 26- Jesus in garden- night of His arrest. Looked at three action responses- Remain Here, Keep Watching, Keep Praying -stand courageously where God has called you, -be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:17-54

Denomination: Charismatic

Sometimes, You Have To Climb A Mountain! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of encountering Christ, applying His teachings in everyday life, and sharing His message in the modern world.

Beloved congregation, there is a certain, undeniable warmth that fills our hearts when we gather together in this sacred place, a sanctuary where we come to seek God's face, to hear His voice, to know His will, and to be transformed by His Word. We find ourselves standing on the precipice of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Topics: Experiencing Christ, Mountain

Uniqueness Of Christianity

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 5, 2005

Christianity and Religions of the World

Intro: with the diversity of religions in our society today, a question I am asked from time to time is what is the big difference between Christianity and the other religions of the world. Tonight, I would like to give the practical differences, not the deep theological differences. The Uniqueness ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A King's Feast

Contributed by Greg Yount on Nov 21, 2001

An exposition on the feast of King Belshazzar - as an illustration comparing the world’s ways to God’s Ways.

The King’s Feast Daniel 5:1-6; 26-31 Introduction: St. Patrick’s Day was yesterday. The TV was loaded with broadcasts about the festivities in Savannah. There were parties, feasts, and more people than you can imagine. The crowds were thick. Interviews were jolly, but one quote was ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-6, Daniel 5:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

One More For Jesus

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

We are in the world for the world and in our mouths is the Word of God that people need to hear and understand while there is time.

Over the last 3 Sundays, we have been preaching about the kingdom of God. In the New Testament, the Kingdom of God is viewed as apocalyptic (describing or prophesying the complete destruction of the world) and eschatological. Jesus is King in a spiritual sense, and His Kingdom is here. It belongs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14, Mark 13:10-11, Mark 16:15, Luke 10:2, Romans 1:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Serving Without Fear

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

Often, we fear what we cannot see. Perhaps we are afraid to truly follow where God leads because we can’t see where we are going and are afraid. But God, in Christ has brought light into the world to illuminate our path and show us the way so that we ma

Serve Without Fear – Luke 1: 67 - 79 Intro: Old cemetery surrounded by stone wall. A large pecan tree stood very close by the wall. – 2 boys went behind the wall to pick up nuts and sort them, “One for you; one for me.” - Another boy happens by the cemetery and overhears the sorting. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Obedient Servant Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 15, 2011

What do we do when the lights go out in our world? It’s simple: Don’t trust yourself; trust the Lord. Rely on His unfailing love. Rely on His unlimited power, and rely on His obedient Servant, Jesus Christ, who CHOSE to die for us.

Vance Havner was one of my favorite preachers when I was growing up, because had a wonderful, witty way of putting things that really made you think. He went home to be with the Lord quite a while ago, but I remember a story he told about two Indians who from a distance had been watching a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spreading The Good News During The Coronavirus Outbreak

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 22, 2020

To be a light and offer this world peace of mind there are three things we must do: 1) draw nearer to God to learn love and peace from the Master, 2) hold onto and share the hope we have in our Lord Jesus Christ and 3) look for ways to spur one another onto good deeds!

Good News from Coronavirus Outbreak Hebrews 10 :19-25 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 As the Coronavirus reeks havoc across this world one can’t help but wonder how we might give hope and peace in this time of crises. Those who used to think that the preventative ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Why Lot Of Believers Still Crave For More Of Earthly Things?

Contributed by Samuel M on Mar 14, 2025

Because somewhere we have lost our hunger and thirst to seek God and see His face. When we pursue God, we will get glimpses of Christ’s Glory, and in that light, we will be drawn to know him more, and our desire for the world and its things, like grass, will slowly fade away.

Because somewhere we have lost our hunger and thirst to seek God and see His face. When we pursue God, we will get glimpses of Christ’s Glory, and in that light, we will be drawn to know him more, and our desire for the world and its things, like grass, will slowly fade away. The more we see and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46

God Of Wonders

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002

Creation of the world by God

Genesis (means beginning) - not a science text - or current events (written by bilingual Moses about 1300 BC describing events at least 500 years prior (Joseph) to 800 yrs prior (Abraham) to ? Genesis communicates truth - unique among creation stories God 1st Material stuff 2nd. Science is so ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For What Do You Work?

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 7, 2010

Work we must in this world but let us not work for this world! Work in this world not only as if for the Lord but always for the Lord and for things eternal.

For What Do You Work? 08/23/09 AM Text: Matthew 6:19-21 Introduction I had a conversation recently with Sister Meredith, it was really just an idle chat after class one Wednesday evening. I had made the observation that for her every night was Friday night as she was now on her summer break from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Kind Of Fruit Is God Looking For?

Contributed by James Lee on Oct 20, 2012

We are called in Scripture to be IN the world but no OF the world. Christians are to be separate and when the world is at its’ worst, we are to be at our best…

Luke 6:43,44NLT "A good tree can't produce bad fruit, and a bad tree can't produce good fruit. 44 A tree is identified by its fruit. Figs are never gathered from thornbushes, and grapes are not picked from bramble bushes. Let’s look at some fruit that want you and me to produce… 1. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-44

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is On The Lord’s Side

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 19, 2022

When the world looks at you with evil eye, heart, and intent because you are willing to stand on the Lord’s side.

Who is on the Lord’s Side By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - We are living in perilous times; we have enemies that we thought were defeated long ago are rising once again. Demonic forces are making their presences known in greater ways in our communities, our schools, and our families. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:26

Denomination: Apostolic