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Others Are Watching You

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jul 9, 2016

WE ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD AND THE WORLD EXPECTS US TO GIVE THEM LIGHT AND NOT DARKNESS

OTHERS ARE WATCHING YOU MAIN TEXT: MATHEW 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. 1 CORINTHIANS 10:12 Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. You may not know the number of lives that has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Halloween Sermon

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Oct 29, 2014

no halloween

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Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-14

Denomination: *other

Left Standing On The Cliff

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Aug 11, 2018

Do we need to be like others or should we stand out?

Left Standing on the Cliff 1 Samuel 8:1-7 And it came to pass, when Samuel was old, that he made his sons judges over Israel. Now the name of his firstborn was Joel; and the name of his second, Abiah: they were judges in Beer-Sheba. And his sons walked not in his ways, but turned aside after ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our National Shame: A Pastor’s Call To Boldness

Contributed by Pastor Sam Guido on Feb 12, 2011

A call to todays pastors for boldness

Our Nation’s Shame: A Call To Pastors For Boldness! Pastor Sam Guido "If, to please people, we offer what we ourselves disapprove, how can we afterwards defend our work? Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair. The event is in the hands of God". George Washington spoke ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Lutheran

This Is No Time To Retreat PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon explores how embracing the light of Christ can guide us through life's darkest moments and illuminate our path forward.

Good morning, folks! It's a beautiful day to gather here, isn't it? It's always a blessing when we can come together as a community, sharing our faith, our hopes, and our struggles. Today, we're going to talk about something that touches every one of us, at one point or another. We're going to talk ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-3

Topics: Light, Darkness

Invitation To Advent Season: "Let Us Walk In The Light Of The Lord”

Contributed by Troy Denson on Dec 7, 2016

The Lord desires for God's people to move from justification to sanctification; from sanctification to glorification. Walking or moving in the light means that God through Jesus' coming examples how we believers are to walk in the Light or God

Isaiah 2:1-5 The word that Isaiah the son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. And it shall come to pass in the last days, that the mountain of the Lord's house shall be established in the top of the mountains, and shall be exalted above the hills; and all nations shall flow unto it. And ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

One Mother - Two Nations: Part #1 Esau Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 8, 2011

Two main points from the life of Esau: 1. He was more concerned about the here-and-now than he was with the here-after. 2. Godliness comes by choice.

One Mother – Two Nations Part #1 - Esau “Esau became a skillful hunter, a man of the field, but Jacob was a peaceful man, living in tents.” Genesis 25:27 (NASB) God has always shown blessings to his people – take Rebecca as an example. For many years she had be barren. Now the Lord opens her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sermon On The Mount (Part Five) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 9, 2019

As we continue our series we transition from the beatitudes into Jesus talking about us being salt and light. Pursuing and practicing the things Jesus mentions in the beatitudes will help us to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part five) Matthew 5:13-16 Intro: Make connection between the beatitudes and us being salt and light. 1) We need to be salty. Matt. 5:13, "You are the salt of the earth. but if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, Titus 2:9-10, Matthew 6:19-24, 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unshakable

Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 13, 2007

In light of 9/11 one might ask the question; could we face the same fate as the Nation of Israel did?

The Unshakable Isaiah 2:6-22 Monte T. Brown September 16, 2001 Grace Southern Sunday Morning Scripture Isaiah 2:6-22 Introduction Could we face the same fate as the Nation of Israel did, as recorded in the Book of Isaiah? Is God sending a message to us? Isaiah 2:6-8 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:6-22

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon National Day Of Prayer, When The Church Prays

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 10, 2024

No amount of preaching, teaching, singing, music, or activity will bring forth the genuine power and presence of the Holy Spirit like the fervent prayers of the righteous. Prayer changes things! When we work, we work; when we pray, God works!

Subject - Effective Fervent Prayer Invites Divine Intervention Scripture - Acts 12:5-11 “So Peter was kept in prison, but the church was earnestly praying to God for him. The night before Herod was to bring him to trial, Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains, and sentries ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-11, Luke 18:1, Luke 21:36, Mark 11:17, Psalm 11:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Building Homes Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 10, 2010

What is the Church?

What kind of Church will Calvary Be? Therefore: "What is a Church?"—How would you define a Church? A biblical picture or a photograph of a church is: A church that God can honor. A church that God can use. A people that God can bless. Ephesians 2:19-22 “Consequently, you are no ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Really Healing As A Nation? A Response To The 911 Anniversary

Contributed by William Yates on Aug 18, 2002

As people reflect on 911, my question is: Are we really healing as a nation? In this message we look at Jeremiah 8 and see some astonishing parallels between Judah and America today.

Are We Really Healed? Aug 11, 2002 They dress the wound of my people as though it were not serious. "Peace, peace," they say, when there is no peace. Jeremiah 8:11 One month from today will mark the one-year anniversary of 911. This day will be commemorated by numerous memorial services, many ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:4-22

The Relationship Between God’s Kingdom And Our Nation Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 29, 2022

The Relationship Between God’s Kingdom and Our Nation Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times
 Brad Bailey – February 27, 2022

The Relationship Between God’s Kingdom and Our Nation Series: Cracks – Navigating Our Divided Times? Brad Bailey – February 27, 2022 Intro We’re continuing in our series focusing on navigating through our divided times. It’s about recognizing that when you see cracks emerge ... we should assess ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shine! Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Feb 2, 2018

Jesus said we are to shine for Him! Be the light that shines in the darkness! Sermon #5 in the Series: Revive!

Sermon – David Simpson Lanier Christian Church February 19, 2017 Series: Revive! Sermon #5 Shine! Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. “Shine!” That one word says so much. It is a ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Made To Be Lit Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 22, 2022

We are so accustomed to our artificial light that we don't appreciate the purpose of the candle and its inviting glow that provides guidance and warmth.

Matthew 5:14-16 (14) Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. (15) Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. (16) Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16