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  • James Wilson avatar

    The Lighthouse

    Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 22, 2000
    based on 77 ratings
     | 8,856 views

    Christians must be Salt and Light in the World.

    The Lighthouse Matthew 5:13-16 "You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how will it be made salty again? It is good for nothing anymore, except to be thrown out and trampled under foot by men. [14] You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Troy Hassell avatar

    The Sermon By The King Series

    Contributed by D. Troy Hassell on Dec 19, 2000
    based on 48 ratings
     | 5,538 views

    You must have a change of heart if you are to enjoy the blessing of Kingdom living today.

    Discourse #1 - The Sermon by the King Matthew 5 - 7 Introduction Hanging Bathroom Shower Curtains. Usually 12 rings that you have to snap in place. They are the hardest things to snap. When the curtain is secured to the rings which is on the pole, you usually have a curtain that does what it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    A New Law

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 26, 2000
    based on 56 ratings
     | 9,477 views

    Jesus and the New Covenant: The internalization of the law.

    It feels good to leave the heavy messages of the prophets and come into the sunshine of the New Testament. But the message of the prophets, as well as the rest of the Old Testament, are very important to our understanding of the New Testament. As soon as we begin reading Matthew, the first book ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Sermon On The Mount Lesson 11

    Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 1, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 5,203 views

    Lesson 11

    God has a purpose for this world that involves US. It was His purpose to save us, and He did, and it is also His purpose to use us and He will. Just as we are called to be salt in a decaying world, we are also called to be light in a darkened world. I. A REALITY THAT IS INESCAPABLE "Ye are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Youthful Hall Of Fame

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 157 ratings
     | 8,368 views

    Everyone wants to be remembered for something great. Most people take an entire lifetime to merit entrance into the hall of fame. However, the Bible is filled with sterling examples of young people who earned hall of fame honors for their great faith. Do

    Everyone wants to be remembered for something great. Most people take an entire lifetime to merit entrance into the hall of fame. However, the Bible is filled with sterling examples of young people who earned hall of fame honors for their great faith. Application: Do not wait until it is too late ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,037 views

    Jesus cautioned people against being "good for nothing" because He wanted them to make an impact on their communities. Jesus said, "You are the salt of the earth, but if the salt loses its saltiness; how can it be made salty again?

    Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless Illustration;Did you hear about the clever salesman who closed hundreds of sales with this line: "Let me show you something several of your neighbors said you couldn’t afford." Source Unknown. Let us present Christ as one who offers something no ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Human Church Signs

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 17, 2001
    based on 189 ratings
     | 9,932 views

    What the lives of individual followers of Christ are saying about Christ and the church to the world around them.

    Recently we were thinking about getting a new church sign. The old one doesn’t communicate well. It’s not only out of date, it just doesn’t stand out. The impression it makes doesn’t create curiosity and interest in our church to passers by. Made me think about our lives as believers in Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Troy Mason avatar

    This Little Light Of Mine Ain't So Little Anymore! Series

    Contributed by Troy Mason on Apr 21, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,617 views

    This is how others are to see Christ through us

    “THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE” AIN’T SO LITTLE ANYMORE Matthew 5:13-16 PROPOSITION: To help the listener understand Christ’s expectation for others to see Christ in us. INTRODUCTION: I am reminded of a man who attended our church for several weeks while he was in the area on business. (The story ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Candle In The Darkness

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 27, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,452 views

    The image of being "the light of the world" is quite important to the Christian life

    A CANDLE IN THE DARKNESS MATTHEW 5:14-16 OPENING ILLUSTRATION… “Take off the Sticker” (p) My wife and I were traveling to Greeneville the other day and I became frustrated. We were in our car, which really has no markings that we are Christians other than the “Pastor” sticker I have placed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    Developing Contagious Christian Character

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 2, 2001
    based on 378 ratings
     | 32,033 views

    A look at the kind of Christian who is salt and light.

    Developing A Contagious Christian Character Matthew 5:13-16 There is a problem facing us as we approach this week’s theme: Were Christ to be bodily present in our church this Sunday, we would delight in introducing him to others. This problem was summed up a number of years ago in a song called ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let Your Light Shine

    Contributed by Tommy Davis on Jun 4, 2001
    based on 271 ratings
     | 89,259 views

    This sermon explores our responsibility to the world as little lights shining for Jesus Christ.

    Let Your Light Shine Text: 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, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks avatar

    Let Your Good Works Glorify Your Father

    Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Sep 23, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,071 views

    A sermon of encouragement for Christian workers who are feeling as if they are not and have not done enough to serve God!

    (Sermon By: Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster- Brooks of Lyons, Georgia delivered to the St. Luke AME Church.) SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:14-16....Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorif ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fix Your Cape Series

    Contributed by David Salisbury on Oct 2, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 4,947 views

    The second in a series. A look at the distinctive nature of Christians.

    Quick Sermons for Permanent Fixes Lesson 2 Fix Your Cape Matthew 5:13-16 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. You are the light of the world. A city that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Raymond Perkins avatar

    Voting For Vices

    Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Oct 14, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,384 views

    A sermon designed to warn of the sins of Alcohol and Gambling as it applies to the current problem in Tennessee.

    VOTING FOR VICES Matthew 5:13-16 INTRODUCTION: In 1995 Clay Shiver, a 6’2", 280 lb center for the Florida State Seminoles, was regarded as one of the nation’s best college football players. In fact one magazine wanted to name him to their preseason All-American Football Team. This would be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Shine The Light!

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 26, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 12,195 views

    A message encouraging us to not just "rail against the darkness" but to be active in bringing the light of God’s Word to society.

    Shine the Light Matthew 5:14-16 October 27, 2002 Introduction You’ve probably noticed that the days are getting shorter. Actually, the days are still the same length. They are 24 hours long, just like they’ve always been. But the darkness is getting longer. Night falls earlier, and the light ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan