Sermons on Light To The Nations:

The Holiness Of God

Contributed by Paul Etterling on Jul 5, 2001

An exploration of the Holiness of God in light of the Lord’s Supper.

26 And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. 27 And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; 28 For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

How Meeting God Is Possible Without Going To Tibet

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 15, 2001

Making sense of this text in light of today’s spirituality.

HOW MEETING GOD IS POSSIBLE WITHOUT GOING TO TIBET by Andrew Chan, PBC August 22, 2001. Ex. 25:1-9 (NLT) The LORD said to Moses, 2 “Tell the people of Israel that everyone who wants to may bring me an offering. 3 Here is a list of items you may accept on my behalf: gold, silver, and bronze; 4 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Believers "To Do" List

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 17, 2005

In light of the coming again of the Lord what is a believer to do?

Text: 1 Peter 4:7-11 Title: The Believer’s “To do” list. Introduction “The end of all things is near. Therefore…”(v7a) The title of today’s message is the Believer’s “To do” list. I could have called it “The Christian’s “To do “ list but I deliberately chose not to. “The believer’s “To do” is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is Doing A New Thing

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

A look at the timeless message of the Gospel in light of changing methodologies.

God Is Doing A New Thing Matthew 9:14-17 March 06, 2005 Matthew 9:14 (NLT) One day the disciples of John the Baptist came to Jesus and asked him, "Why do we and the Pharisees fast, but your disciples don’t fast?" A Question of Fasting  Fasting was a regular practice for the faithful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Illuminating The Darkness Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Sep 26, 2006

Your life is filled with the light of Christ and there is no room for darkness.

Illuminating the Darkness Ephesians 5:6-14 Ephesians 5:6 (NLT) Don’t be fooled by those who try to excuse these sins, for the terrible anger of God comes upon all those who disobey him. The Inexcusability of Sin  People will try to excuse their sinful behavior  I was born ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:6-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dark Christmas

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Dec 27, 2004

The Magi came in the dark to the Light. Harod stays in the dark.

Acknowledgement – I found great value in a Christmas Sermon series by Darren Ethier – A fellow contributor to this site. His sermons are called “Christmas Perspectives Series.” Dark Christmas Matthew 2:1-20 Most of you will recall that in these last few weeks of the year we are looking at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-20

Denomination: Congregational

Men Of Courage

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 23, 2006

This message is a challenge for men to be salt and light to their families and to the world.

Men of Courage Matthew 5:13-16 Someone has come up with a Men’s Thesaurus. This Thesaurus is helpful for women to better understand men. When a man says: “It would take too long to explain.” He means: “I have no idea how it works.” When a man says: “Take a break, honey, you are working too ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

True Greatness Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 1, 2010

"This sermon looks at the minsitry of John in the light of Jesus."

John 3:22- 35 “ True greatness” True greatness for some is thrust upon them (Monarchy) for others its pursued & they make a success in a particular field whether sport entertainment business and so on . You’ve received or the accolades, you have a vast ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Blame The Darkness

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 13, 2009

The only remedy for the darkness in the world is to produce more light!

IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT ANYTIME ANYONE ENTERS A DARKENED ROOM THAT THE FIRST THING THEY WANT TO DO IS FIND THE SWITCH TO TURN ON THE LIGHTS SO THEY CAN SEE. OTHER THAN TO SLEEP, I HONESTLY DON’T THINK MOST PEOPLE ENJOY DARKNESS. IT IS ENVELOPING AND SUFFOCATING. IT CAN SOMETIMES BE UNDERSTOOD AS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

How To Overcome Stumbling Blocks

Contributed by James Kelly on Aug 25, 2013

This is a sermon that will help us to look at circumstances in a new light.

Today is Mission Sunday. There are many different preaching styles. One of my favorite styles is to ask a question and then answer the question through the sermon. Jesus used this style in his ministry. Usually Jesus did this when the Jewish leaders were trying to trap Him. He would answer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Saved By The Blood Of The Lamb

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Sep 5, 2008

The message brings to light the signifance of salvation through the blood.

We have been talking about Jacob and his family the last several weeks. As you recall, Joseph was one of Jacob’s twelve children. He was favored by his father and because of this special attention, Joseph was hated by his brothers. He had quite an eventful life. Joseph went from shepherd to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

The Answer To The Question

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Nov 14, 2011

This looks at the parable of the Good Samaritan in a whole different light

The Answer to the Question Luke 10:25-37 Introduction I want us tonight to allow the Holy Spirit to open our thinking and get outside of our box We are going to look at the parable of the Good Samaritan…many of you know this story and even taught it We’ve been taught to be like the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Being Seen And Heard

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 30, 2009

Spirit filled Christians are light-bearers and grace speakers.

Title: The Importance of Being Seen and Heard Text: Acts 2:1-13 Thesis: Spirit-filled Christians are light-bearers and love-speakers. Introduction This week I read about a woman who, as a child, often heard her German immigrant great-grandmother repeat: “Kleine Kinder sollten wie Fische am ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Streaming: Live- Presenters To End-Users Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 3, 2011

Living in the light is to be visible evidence of God-like living.

20110403 Web Site Title: Streaming: Live Presenters to End-Users Text: Ephesians 5:8-14 Thesis: Living in the light is to be visible evidence of God-like living. Lenten Series: Reflecting, Repenting and Returning to God The Lenten Season is a time for reflection, repenting of our sin and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's All Good Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 12, 2017

God created by word light and life. It was all good.

Genesis 1:1-4, 20-24, 26-27; 2:1-14 “It’s All Good” INTRODUCTION There are times when our practical jokes and pranks can be somewhat cruel. In my high school class, there was a girl who was a bit of a hypochondriac. She always thought she was coming down with some malady. On those rare days ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran