Sermons on Moon No Light:

Light In A World Of Darkness

Contributed by Richard Crow on Oct 31, 2002

In todays world of darkness, there is a need for light. Jesus is the light of the world. We need to light our world around us with His light.

The Light in a World of Darkness John 8:12 October 27, 2002 Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a lighted lantern when he went to call on his best girl. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

In The Darkness Shines A Light

Contributed by Steven Davis on Jan 15, 2003

Considering the appearance of the Greeks who ask Philip to "see Jesus," the sermon reflects on this as an Epiphany story, and upon Jesus as the light of the world.

Words are interesting things. Sometimes all you have to do is look at a word and you can figure out within a few seconds what the word means, even if you’ve never seen the word before. “Christmas” is one of those words. Yes, I know we’ve all heard the word, but take a close look at it written ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36, Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

How To Light A Fire Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 24, 2003

Eighth in a series on Revival influenced by Rick Atchley. This lesson draws upon the work of Elijah.

HOW TO LIGHT A FIRE I Kings 16:29ff INTRODUCTION: Let me being by telling you a story about a man who was going skydiving for the first time. He had taken all his lessons and it was time for his first solo jump. So he jumped out of the plane, but he panicked and couldn’t remember how to open his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus: The Light Of The World

Contributed by Peter Langerman on Nov 20, 2003

A sermon on the I AM statement of Jesus in John 8 - what does it mean to turn on the light?

John 8:12-20 12 When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” 13 The Pharisees challenged him, “Here you are, appearing as your own witness; your testimony is not valid.” 14 Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living In Light Of Eternity

Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 20, 2004

We were made for eternity. Ecc. 3:11 says… CS Lewis once wrote "If I find in myself a desire that this world cannot fulfill, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world." So if we were made for eternity, it makes sense that we

Living In Light of Eternity Last winter, Emily and I made a decision that has forever changed our lives. We decided to bring a child into the world. On October 14 2002, God blessed us with a beautiful and health baby girl. Since that day our lives have never been the same. No longer could we ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11, Ecclesiastes 3:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Light Has Come

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Dec 27, 2002

A small baby, the bearer of light, brings joy, deliverance and victory

THE LIGHT HAS COME “For those who lived in a land of deep shadows – light! Sunbursts of light!” (Isaiah 9: 2 – THE MESSAGE). “They lived in a land of shadows but now light is shining on them” (GOOD NEWS BIBLE). “The Light has come” declared the prophet Isaiah and that is what we celebrate every ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:2

Denomination: Holiness

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

"The Light Shines"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 4, 2003

God has made known the Light of His eternal glory, so that the darkness of sin might be dispelled in us and in the world around us.

ISAIAH 60:1-6 Matthew 2:1-12 “The Light Shines” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA A father told his young son to go to bed. The boy started up the stairs but realized it was dark and he couldn’t reach the light switch. So, he went back ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6, Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Light A New Fire

Contributed by Mitch Chapman on Jan 4, 2003

Help God’s people find a renewed faith, and begin to serve him in there fresh start.

New Beginnings I. Intro A) Three pastors from different congregations were having lunch and sharing experiences and ideas to help each other out with their different fellowships. After several minutes of animated conversation, the first one remarks, "Hey, you know, we’ve got a serious problem ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Beaten To Bear Light

Contributed by Derek Anglin on Mar 4, 2003

Every Christian should understand the importance of being beaten to bear light in the is world because of the following truths outlined in Exodus 25:31

In this portion of scripture, the candlestick can be compared to a Christian. The candlestick was made with a purpose and that was to bear light. We learn from the text that the candlestick started out as something valuable, gold. It was not bearing light as gold but the gold was used as it was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:31-37

Denomination: Baptist

Shedding Light On That Relationship

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 6, 2003

Jesus is the light of the world.

SHEDDING LIGHT ON THAT RELATIONSHIP John 8:12-30 S: Jesus Th: Light of the world Pr: JESUS IS THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. ?: what? What does that mean to us? KW: Implications TS: We will find in our study of John 8:12-30 that there are three implications to Jesus’ declaration of “I am the light of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Light Of Christ

Contributed by Karl Eckhoff on May 12, 2003

Living in the light of Christ means admitting our wrongs, but it also means new life by His Spirit.

Confirmation Sunday 1 John 1:5-10 Living in the Light of Christ 05/04/03 One of my favorite contemporary Christian tunes is a song by Geoff Moore entitled, Best Days. Throughout the song Geoff highlights some of the most memorable days of his life – a day when his dad took him fly fishing, taught ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Living In Light Of The Future Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

The certainty of the Lord’s return should cause us to grow in holy living. His promises will come true. (a continuation of Making a Marathon Marriage)

Living in Light of the Future As I mentioned last week, because of the depth of practical help for “Making a Marathon Marriage” in Malachi 2, I want to take some extra time this morning to lay out six building blocks of marriage. We’ll conclude by getting back on track with our outline next ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love, The Guiding Light Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 20, 2003

John calls "love one another" a command old and new. Love turns on the light. It is imperative for Christians to walk in the light of love.

Love, the Guiding Light I John 2:7-11 INTRO.: Love is a very popular idea in today’s world. We distort and misinterpret it, but it is on everyone’s lips. Many of our most popular songs, books, and movies are about love. There are enough to fill a library. We often forget love is a truly ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Evangelism; Light Or Heavy

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 3, 2003

When we think of evangelism what immediately comes to mind? Street corner hawkers, people who only want you to see their point of view. Brow beaters who get upset if you don’t follow them? It was never meant to be that way. Evangelism is one beggar sho

Evangelism: heavy or light? 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 When we speak of evangelism what thoughts run through your mind? It’s the preacher’s job? Street corner Bible thumpers? Door to door salesman type people? Pushy people who are trying to get to see things their way? How about guilt for not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ