Sermons on Lights For Christ:

Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 30, 2004

Three obstacles you must overcome if you are to experience genuine freedom in Christ.

Luke 8:26-39 Freedom in Christ Woodlawn Baptist Church May 30, 2004 Introduction As we begin I want you to think back with me to what it must have been like in the Garden of Eden, to the time after God completed His Creation, but before Adam plunged mankind into sin through the Fall. What must it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 3, 2021

The world is in desperate straits. It is full of darkness—the darkness of sin and despair, of sickness and death, of corruption and hell. The darkness looms over the whole world. This is the problem dealt with in the present passage. There is hope in Jesus Christ

John Series Part 3 John 1:9-13 Pastor Rodney A. Fry, MA, MDIV, MS, LPC Jesus the Light of Men: The Second Witness of John the Apostle, 1:9–13 (1:9–13) Introduction: the world is in desperate straits. It is full of darkness—the darkness of sin and despair, of sickness and death, of corruption and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Godly Example Is A Powerful Witness For Christ. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

As followers of Jesus, we are called to be a light in the darkness, shining God’s love and truth to a world in need.

As followers of Jesus, we are called to be a light in the darkness, shining God’s love and truth to a world in need. One of the most powerful ways we can do this is by living a godly example. Lets explore what it means to live a godly example and how it can impact those around us. What is a Godly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:6-8, 1 Timothy 4:12

I Am The Light Of The World – Light In The Darkness – John 9 - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 2, 2022

Greater sin leads to greater darkness. A man in darkness can not find his way. The Lord would work in the light of the day with man’s darkness, so that the night of his darkness would become like the light of the day. Jesus is the Light of the World.

I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD – LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS – JOHN 9 - PART 1 THE INTRODUCTION: The very first mention for “I am the light of the world” is this one – {{John 8 v 12 Again therefore Jesus spoke to them saying, “I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, John 9:3-4, John 9:5, Genesis 1:2-3, Jeremiah 4:23, Genesis 1:4, Job 24:13-16, John 3:19-21, John 1:1-10, Job 12:22, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 42:16, Matthew 4:16, John 12:35-36, John 12:46, 2 Corinthians 4:6, 1 Peter 2:9, Ephesians 5:8-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Called Out Of Darkness Into Light

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on May 18, 2013

A sermon on what it means for a Christian to be called out of the darkness of the world (e.g., past behaviors, relationships, attitudes, etc.) and called into the Kingdom of the Son.

About 11 years ago, I received my formal call into ministry. It wasn’t a call from a church. It wasn’t a call from a bishop. It wasn’t even a call from the Pope but that would have been nice. I considered it a direct call from God. You see, I had been struggling with where I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Christ’s Childhood Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 22, 2011

As Christians, we have responsibilities on earth (family, work, school, society, etc…), but we must always remember where we ultimately belong (we are citizens of heaven)!

When Jesus Christ was on earth, He was fully man and fully God! This of course is a mystery, but it is truth. This is similar to the truth and mystery of God is One but exists in Three Persons. If Jesus Christ was fully man and fully God on earth, how was His growing up? God gives us a glimpse of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One With Christ ~ Christ Series

Contributed by Ava Ch on May 11, 2025

This sermon is part of a three-week Stewardship Series about the communion commitment of "one with Christ, one with each other, and one in ministry to all." Three strands of one binding together in one cord that cannot be broken as we commit ourselves to the kingdom of God.

Opening Illustration:?Many of us love receiving gifts—birthdays, holidays, anniversaries. But have you noticed that the most meaningful gifts are not the ones that fade or break but connect us to someone’s love? A letter. A family heirloom. A handmade card from a child. These are gifts that hold ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

The Christ Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 29, 2022

"Christ" was not Jesus' last name. It was a description of WHO He was. So what does it mean that Jesus is the Christ, and what difference can that make in our lives?

OPEN: St. John’s University is a private religious college in the state of New York, and sometime back someone apparently wrote some graffiti on one of the walls which said this: “Jesus said unto them: ‘Who do you say that I am?’ And they replied: ‘You are the eschatological manifestation of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wherever There Is Darkness We Should Provide The Light Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 30, 2008

Halloween is full of darkness so we must provide light through worshiping Christ.

The Truth Behind Halloween Tonight we have some decisions to make. We have some decisions to make concerning Halloween. Is Halloween harmless or harmful? What is it actually a celebration of? What is wrong with letting children dress up like a ghost, or Dracula, or witches to go from house ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

O What A Savior

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Sep 4, 2003

A review of the significance of the crucifixion in light of Jesus’ humanity.

Scripture Ref: Mt. 26:36-46 John 17:20-26 Eph. 4:7-10 Heb. 12:1-2 1. Introduction a. O, what a savior! Not a question, not a statement—AN EXCLAMATION! We take for granted what He did for us and its significance. b. Set the stage: The first communion or Lord’s Supper has been served while ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, John 17:20-26

Walking In Correctness (Concerning God The Son) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 23, 2003

This is the 9th study in the study "Light In The Darkness".

WALKING IN CORRECTNESS (CONCERNING GOD THE SON) 1 John 5:1-12 In the last two studies we studied God the Holy Spirit and God the Father. In this study we will study how through God the Son a person can become a member of the Family of God. This study will also identify God’s testimony ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

What Child Is This? (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 10, 2007

Jesus came to earth to bring light and life.

Receive my sermon of the week by email: jonrmcleod@yahoo.com Visit my blog: http://pastorjonathan.blogspot.com/ People like to go home for Christmas. We long for familiar sights and sounds and smells. We sing songs about going home to celebrate Christmas. I’ll be home for Christmas You can ...read more

Scripture: John 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Light; The Child's Friend Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 19, 2022

“For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true).” (Eph 5:8-9)

Introduction: Today is children’s Sunday and our theme for reflection is Jesus, the Light, the child’s friend. When we think about light the first thing that comes to mind is light from the sun. It is this light that wakes us up in the morning and makes us see our way as we prepare for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-17, Psalm 36:7-10, Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Advent Of Christ Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 28, 2021

Advent is a celebration of hope concerning the arrival of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. This message looks at the meaning of Advent by discussing the symbolism of the Advent wreath and the multi-colored candles.

I have entitled our message this morning “The Advent of Christ.” This coming Wednesday evening we will be decorating the Christmas tree in preparation for the Christmas season. In many churches across America, decorating the sanctuary, which is sometimes called “Hanging the Greens,” is the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Descent Of Christ Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 12, 2006

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATES ONE OF TWO DESCENTS OF CHRIST: HIS INCARNATION AND HIS DESCENT INTO HADES; IN BOTH OF THESE IT WAS TO LIBERATE THE CAPTIVES.

CHRISTMAS DAY 2005 HE ASCENDED ON HIGH AND GAVE GIFTS TO MEN Psalm 68:19 THIS IS THE DAY IN WHICH WE CELEBRATE THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST! What did he say? Has our pastor’s mind wandered off again? Doesn’t he know this is Christmas, not Easter? I can hear my mother’s voice “what are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:18-35

Denomination: Anglican