Sermons on Light So Shine:

So Loved

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Apr 22, 2011

Let us all take out our towels from our drawers and kneel down before others, and serve them as Jesus serves us, by loving them unto the end. Let us each serve our Lord, by serving all people, in the grace of God’s ultimate and sacrificial love.

INTRO One of the neatest gifts I’ve ever received was this little, hand towel. I was given this during my seminary commencement, and have cherished it ever since. The towel has a little saying on it: “Blessed to be a blessing” Isaiah 61:1. Isaiah 61:1-2 says: “The ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Not So Fast!

Contributed by Alfred Beck on Sep 10, 2015

Slowing the pace of Life

Not So Fast!! Isaiah 30:15-18 Ps. 46:10 John 15:1-8 Here it is, the year 2015. Do you wonder where 2014 went so fast? Do you sometimes stop and ask where the last five years have gone…or 25 years? And do you ever get the feeling the world is moving ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Even So

Contributed by Larry Grant on Mar 15, 2025

These verses today teach us about the person, the promise and the prayer as the last words in the last verse of the last chapter in the last book of the Bible.

Revelation 22:20-21 (NKJV) “Even So” March 16, 2025 In verses 17-21 we have THE FINAL WITNESS OF THE SPIRIT! v.17 The Last Welcome - The last invitation - “Come” - (The first was Noah and the ark!) The last inviters - The Spirit and the Bride. Those who have drank well of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Even So

Contributed by Larry Grant on Mar 2, 2024

Paul is teaching us that just as God did not call Elijah to live in a cave, He did not call you to live a defeated life but to stand up for the Lord. God did not save you for you to be discouraged and depressed, but to know that you are called and chosen.

Romans 11:2-5 (NKJV) “Even So” March 3, 2024 The Response – YOU ARE FOREKNOWN “God has not cast away His people whom He foreknew” – Jeremiah 1:5 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart...” God does not make bad investments; God does not make mistakes! His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

So Thankful!

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 21, 2023

Based on Hebrews 4:14-16 - A Thanksgiving sermon that reminds us of the blessing of knowing Jesus, our High Priest.

“SO Thankful!” Hebrews 4:14-16 INTRO – Several days ago, woke up w/ a strange word in forefront of my mind. Never used this word before. Wasn’t even sure what it meant. The word was: stul·ti·fy – verb cause to lose enthusiasm and initiative, especially as a result ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Life Light And Hope In Jesus

Contributed by Roger Smith on Aug 18, 2024

Today the Holy Spirit is shining a new light into your heart. Just be open to let the light of Jesus penetrate into your innermost being and illumine your soul. In Jesus you will exxperience a whole new dimension to your life; you can have that new spiritual life right now!

LIGHT LIFE & HOPE IN JESUS Many years ago my wife and I visited some caves in Somerset (UK). We went down quite deep until no daylight coud reach that far down. Thankfully, there were electric lights to show off the beauty of the rock formations and the underground lake. Just to ilustrate the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, 2 Corinthians 4:6, 1 John 5:12

Denomination: Congregational

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Jun 19, 2020

This week we continue our series into Discovery who Jesus says He is through the I Am statements in the book of John. This week looks at light of the world

This week we continue our series into Discovery who Jesus says He is through the I Am statements in the book of John. So far we have looked at Jesus as the Great I am…the timeless, divine one. Last week we look at Jesus as the bread of life. When we abide in Him, and partake of Him, he lives in ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Spiritual Workout Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 3, 2016

If you want to shine as lights in a dark world, work out your salvation with fear, light and joy. Out of respect for Christ, choose to praise Him rather than protest your situation.

In January 2010, Jeff Miller, 26, set the Guinness’ world record for the most hours of non-stop TV viewing in one sitting. He did it while participating in ESPN’s Ultimate Couch Potato competition at Chicago’s ESPN Zone. It was actually his third consecutive Ultimate Couch Potato ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Go! And Shine Like Diamonds In The Darkness - Malachi 3:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 6, 2025

God takes us — broken, buried in sin, seemingly worthless — and through His grace in Jesus Christ, He cleanses, refines, and transforms us into something of eternal worth.

Go! And Shine Like Diamonds in the Darkness - Malachi 3:17 Malachi 3:17 (NLT): “They will be my people,” says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. “On the day when I act in judgment, they will be my own special treasure. I will spare them as a father spares an obedient child.” Introduction: Diamonds in ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:17, Ezekiel 28:13, Isaiah 54:10, Zechariah 13:9, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 2:9, John 8:12, Matthew 5:16, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Failure To Understand The Light

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 14, 2023

So, with all these claims that Jesus has made, we find that people of every generation blurt out the same question, “Who are you?” Well, Jesus answers that question.

Tonight, we continue with Jesus’ discussion with the Pharisees. READ v. 25. Man asks a very basic question. Now Jesus had just made a phenomenal claim that He was the Light of the world. Of course, His claim shocked the Pharisees as well as others. And when you recap what Jesus had told these ...read more

Scripture: John 8:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Brilliance On Display

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 10, 2008

Because our lives are on display, we must let God’s light shine through us. I. You’ve Got Light II. The World Needs Light III. Let Your Light Shine

Brilliance on Display Intro: 2 guys were carpenters, and 1 always was teasing the other, not repudiated to be very smart. One night he shined his flashlight up to the 2nd story of a house and said, ‘would you mind climbing up this light beam and get my hammer for me?’ The nitwit said, ‘hah, how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

7 Lights Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 27, 2002

The seven lights of Christmas all focus their beam of light onto the true meaning of Christmas. These beacons of light illuminate Jesus “The Light of the World”- The Messiah born to die so that we could live! Born to die to create and intimate relationshi

The Seven lights of Christmas! Thesis: The seven lights of Christmas all focus their beam of light onto the true meaning of Christmas. These beacons of light illuminate Jesus “The Light of the World”- The Messiah born to die so that we could live! Born to die to create and intimate relationship ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Say No To Zero: Pass The Torch

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 28, 2023

It is easy to gradually grow cold and accept zero as the norm. We must reflect the light. Pick up the torch!

SAY NO TO ZERO… PASS THE TORCH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) GOD SAID: LET THERE BE LIGHT… GOD IS LOVE, GOD IS LIGHT… WE ARE TO LIVE OUR LIVES PURPOSEFULLY AND INTENTIONALLY TO SEND THE LIGHT… The blessed Gospel light. John 3:19 And this is the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:19, John 3:16, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Is Life And Light Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 9, 2016

In 5 sentences, John gives us a wonderful picture of who Jesus is and what He came to do. He came with a message of hope, from the place where hope is eternal, so that we may know His Father and the love that is provided free if we will accept it.

Jesus is Life and Light John 1:1-5 - Happy Mother’s Day to our mom’s! -- Today as we begin our study of the book of John, we will see eternal love -- That same love is what allows you to love your children so unselfishly -- We give thanks for you, and thanks to the Lord for what He ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Joyous Birth Announcement Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 17, 2007

A Birth Announcement brings excitement and Joy. Shepherds saw the light, ran to meet Jesus, then shared the news with a dark and lonely world. We are to let our light shine forth and share the Joy of Christmas, Jesus, to those around us.

A JOYOUS BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENT A Birth Announcement brings excitement and Joy. The Shepherds saw the light, ran to see prophesy fulfilled, and then shared the news with a dark and lonely world. We are to let our light shine forth and share the Joy of Christmas, Jesus, to those around us. KEY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational