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  • Johann Neethling avatar

    Be Careful Where And How You Shine Your Light

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jan 22, 2006
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     | 8,941 views

    We are called to be "the light of the world". This message encourages us to do two things: let our light shine BEFORE others and not AT them and to let our light shine without being showy.

    BE CAREFUL WHERE AND HOW YOU SHINE YOUR LIGHT Matthew 5: 13-16 1. (Appear wearing a mask) Good morning. I am Amasone Kilei from the Pacific island of Tuvalu. Your pastor invited me to come speak today. You have nice church. 2. Well that disguise and mask obviously did not fool anyone as to my ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Love Each Other, Let Your Light Shine

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jan 7, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,633 views

    Jesus prays for our unity as Christians so we can be a witness to the world that he is real.

    Many of us know the story after Joshua, things went well for a while. They kept their promise, they were devoted to following God and not worship other gods of the land, but it didn�t take long. After only one generation they went back to their evil ways. They lost sight of the promise they ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Exodus 34 | The Shining Face Of Moses | Commentary | Devotional

    Contributed by Narinder Choranji on Nov 18, 2019
     | 4,118 views

    How can you shine bright like a diamond.

    After Moses spent time with God, Moses’ face shone and people knew that Moses had been with God, therefore they listened to God’s word from Moses. Here are three lessons to learn from this scripture: THE SECRET PLACE If we want to hear from God then we need to spend time on our own with God. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The Return Of Jesus: A Shining Sun In Our Christian Sky Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 12, 2024
     | 937 views

    The word tells us not to grieve for the dead in Christ like the rest of the world. Because though the world doesn’t have hope, we have an eternal hope. It’s bright and it’s shining, it’s strong and consistent, much like Earth’s sun. It shines day and night. Whether we see it or not, it keeps shining

    When talking about a vision from God, we have to understand that we can't take it at the same level as scripture. It's a testimony, a vision, something we test against the word of God and prayer. But I sensed God asking me to share a bit of this testimony. I had a vision from God when I ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Making The New Year Shine: Simple Steps For Improvement SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 899 views

    Here’s some straightforward advice for making the new year better. 1- The new year - Be careful 2- The new year - Be thoughtful 3- The new year - Be thankful

    Introduction: At a New Year’s party, Pete asks his friend Ken for a cigarette, despite having made a resolution to quit smoking. Pete jokes that he is in the process of quitting and is currently in phase one, which involves not buying cigarettes. This humorous anecdote highlights how many people ...read more

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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Shine The Light Of Christ - Isaiah 60:3 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 2, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 278 views

    In a world filled with spiritual darkness, God has called His people to be light-bearers, this is not our light, but the light of Christ shining through us.

    Go! And Shine the Light of Christ Isaiah 60:3 (NLT): “All nations will come to your light; mighty kings will come to see your radiance.” Introduction Imagine for a moment a darkened stadium. The power goes out. Thousands sit in confusion, waiting in silence. Suddenly, a single torch is lit. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 14, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 30,184 views

    Allow the light of the world to bring you out of darkness so you can shine in the darkness around you.

    The Light of the World John 8:12-32 Rev. Brian Bill February 13-14, 2016 [Bring up flashlights, candles, nightlight, lantern, spotlight, construction lights, etc.] This little nightlight is not very bright but it gives just enough light to dispel the darkness in the middle of the night. On the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Born Again But Names Blotted Out, Because They Refuse One Small Thin

    Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 25, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,332 views

    You might die the second death should you refuse to study this entire message - but it is not my call! OK, you believe the entire Bible, and you have the truth. but without knowing you might be misinterpreting just .01% of truth, without even knowing it!

    And he said, you were brought in Gods Kingdom and you emit rays of light, just like a candle. don't hide it. You have knowledge and it will set you free, but only if you don't ignore it! Don't cover it up Jesus said, you have heard the truth, let it remain in you and it will set you free Mar 4:21 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lamp Under A Basket: How To Be A Light-Shining Kingdom Agent Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2022
     | 2,478 views

    A candle can't be hidden under a bed. Let your light shine brightly

    While I was on vacation in Cancun we were swimming in the ocean everyday and it was simply wonderful and beautiful and really fun. The first few days the waves were very low, you could just sit out there in the waters and it was so calm and peaceful. But then slowly a hurricane began forming south ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Go! And Shine As Lights In The World - Philippians 2:14-16 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 17, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,133 views

    Philippians 2:14-16 challenge us to live as shining lights in a world filled with darkness.

    Go! And Shine as Lights in the World Introduction As we gather for communion today, our focus is drawn to Philippians 2:14-16. These verses challenge us to live as shining lights in a world filled with darkness. Let’s hear the Word of God: Philippians 2:14-16 (NLT): "Do everything without ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lamps For Christ! (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 10, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,758 views

    Jesus uses two great illustrations of what the Christian is. 1-Salt-To prevent decay and corruption, to flavor to living, to bring healing. 2-Light-To dispense and disperse light to a dark world!

    Matthew 5:14-16-“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Glorious Face Of God: A Sermon For Transfiguration Sunday

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 10, 2024
     | 1,080 views

    We all want to see the face of God. Someday we shall see Christ in all of His glory who is the face of God we shall see. In the meanwhile, the greater glimpses of the glory of God is only rarely revealed to certain selected persons such as Peter, James, and John on the Mount of Transfiguration.

    The Glorious Face of God 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 But even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing, whose minds the god of this age has blinded, who do not believe, lest the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine on them. For we do ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Shine Like Diamonds In The Darkness - Malachi 3:17 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 6, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 225 views

    God takes us — broken, buried in sin, seemingly worthless — and through His grace in Jesus Christ, He cleanses, refines, and transforms us into something of eternal worth.

    Go! And Shine Like Diamonds in the Darkness - Malachi 3:17 Malachi 3:17 (NLT): “They will be my people,” says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. “On the day when I act in judgment, they will be my own special treasure. I will spare them as a father spares an obedient child.” Introduction: Diamonds in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Who Do You Say That I Am? Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 19, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 23,497 views

    Who do You Say Jesus Is? this Is a very Personal Question. The question Is not who you think Jesus is, or what the world tells you who Jesus is, but rather who is He to you. Only God can reveal the true Jesus to you. Has He been revealed to you?

    Jesus asked a very deep question in today’s reading. He asked: “Who do you say that I am? That question is more relevant today than it ever was before. For many people, they see Jesus as a “Get out of Hell Free card.” They know all about Jesus, they know the Sunday School answers, they have the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do Some People Refuse To Be Saved? - Rom. 10:1-11

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 29, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,434 views

    Why Do Some People Refuse to Be Saved? - Rom. 10:1-11

    Why Do Some People Refuse to Be Saved? - Rom. 10:1-11 We in America now boast of being the strongest nation on the earth with 285 million people. However, only 28% of Americans claim to have been born again leaving 205 million who are yet to make a decision to trust Christ for eternal life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational