Sermons on Refused To Shine:

Living In The Shadow Of Another Star

Contributed by John Perry on Jul 4, 2011

This world is full of people who are loaded with talent. It can make you feel at times as though your life adds up to very little. But the truth is that even though we may feel as we are 'outshone' God wants us to master the art of 'Living in the shadow o

Bunbury Wed pm 29/06/2011 “Living in the shadow of another star” Intro: One of the hardest things to do in all of life is to live in the shadow of another person. Each & every one of us want to feel as though we are seen / recognised for the merit of our own abilities / talents & ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:15-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Help In A Dark Hour

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 17, 2022

Saints, because of the lukewarmness that has infiltrated the church, we are living in an age of spiritual confusion and darkness but there is hope because God loves to dwell in the darkness.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 4:16) "The people which sat in darkness saw great light; and to them which sat in the region and shadow of death light is sprung up." (Romans 5:2-5) (2) "By whom also we have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:2-5, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 15:13, Romans 12:12, Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 113:7-8, Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 4:16, 2 Timothy 1:17, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jars Of Clay Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 18, 2023

So don’t think you have to be perfect to minister the gospel of Jesus Christ. As a matter of fact think just the opposite. God uses broken vessels to be heralds of hope. It shows that it is God and not us who has all surpassing power.

We had a family picture. One distant family member who had not seen me for years said they did not realize I was so tall. We looked again at the picture and laughed. I was standing on some sort of small hill and the picture made me look way taller than I really was. Then my uncle swung into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Guard Us Waking Oh, Lord, And Guard Us Sleeping

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 5, 2021

We prepare for the Final Judgment by obtaining WISDOM - in Christ, not fearing sleep or wake.

11.7.21 Daniel 12:1–3 1 Then at that time, Michael, the great prince who stands over your people, will arise. There will be a time of distress that has not happened from the first time that there was a nation until that time. At that time your people will be delivered, everyone who is found ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

Hannah: An Epitome Of A Standing Faith

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 13, 2022

Hannah demonstrated a shining and standing faith in God during her difficult situation, and she became a shining example for us today on how to trust in God during difficult situations.

Hannah: An Epitome of a Standing Faith Study Text: 1 Samuel 1: 1 - 20 Introduction: - Hannah trusted God without doubt or concern, and her story teaches us that our faith in God allows Him to bless us. - Her trust in God as she turned to Him, her deep desire for children and her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unstoppable Light Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025

An unstoppable light is one that no darkness can overcome. It shines regardless of circumstances, attacks, or environments. It is the kind of light that breaks limitations, opens closed doors, and causes men to arise and shine.

UNSTOPPABLE LIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:1-3 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:14-16; John 1:4-5; 2 Corinthians 4:6; Proverbs 4:18; Genesis 1:3 INTRODUCTION: Light is a symbol of clarity, revelation, guidance, and dominion. Wherever light appears, darkness must disappear. In the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Nation, Humble In Prayer

Contributed by Jason Duhon on Mar 11, 2016

One of the chief reasons for the current downward spiral of America is our refusal to humble ourselves before God. As long as we refuse to acknowledge our sins before God, we will not be blessed.

A Nation, Humble in Prayer James 4:1-10 In George Washington's personal writings there is an entry on the 12th day of April, 1779: The Honorable the Congress having recommended it to the United States to set apart Thursday the 6th. day of May next to be observed as a day of fasting, humiliation ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Grace Is That To You?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 16, 2022

Jesus preaches an extreme type of pacifism in order to let our lights shine.

2.13.22 Luke 6:27–36 27 “But I say to you who are listening: Love your enemies. Do good to those who hate you. 28 Bless those who curse you. Pray for those who mistreat you. 29 If someone strikes you on one cheek, offer the other too. If someone takes away your coat, do not withhold your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Corinth: A Church Gone Wrong

Contributed by Frank Walker on Oct 9, 2001

When a church refuses to recognize and deal with internal sin, they will fall into error.

CORINTH: A CHURCH GONE WRONG ( 1Cor. 5:1-13) I. HER REPUTATION (v. 1) A. Widespread It seems that even those outside the church knew about this problem. B. Well-known It seems that nobody even tried to hide what was going on. C. Worldly This church allowed sin within its ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Mar 4, 2008

The disciple is to utterly disown himself, to refuse to acknowledge the self of the old man.

Series: Demands of Christ TAKE UP YOUR CROSS AND FOLLOW ME Matthew 16:24-27 (John Hamby, Sermon: The Demands of Discipleship, Mt16:24-27,SermonCentral) We live in a day of "casual Christianity." I heard someone recently say that the average church could drop one fourth of its members from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sweet Journey

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007

THE ENEMIE’S GIFT IS ALWAYS SUGAR-COATED AND CHEAP. REFUSE IT AND BE SAFE.

SWEET JOURNEY GENESIS 24:32-33 So the man went to the house, and the camels were unloaded, straw and fodder were brought for the camels, and water for him and his men to wash their feet. Then food was set before him, but he said, “ I will not eat until I have told you what I have to say”. There ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Herod's Folly

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 31, 2008

Herod’s Folly was not making a rash promise-- it was his refusal to REPENT!

Herod’s Folly Mark 6: 14-29 1. Because of His Guilt- Herod was ready to believe the worst! Some said that Jesus was John the Baptist returned from the dead! Other People said he was Elijah (See Malachi 4), Others said he was a prophet. From these choices- Herod chose the worst—and was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Truth) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 15, 2011

Jesus expects us to uphold the truth and refuse to compromise, no matter the pressure.

[To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] TRUTH OR COMPROMISE? “And to the angel of the church in Pergamum write....” (v. 12a). Jesus describes the city of Pergamum as “Satan’s throne” (v. 13). It was a city consumed with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Fatal Attraction Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015

Message 7 from 1 John dealing with refusing to love the world.

“A Dangerous Love” Pt 1 (Fatal Attraction) 1 John 2:15-17 Review/Introduction I. GOD IS LIGHT A. THE MESSAGE: God is Light 1:5 B. THE IMPLICATIONS 1:6-4:6 1. Continually walk (live) in the Light 1:6-7 2. Continually confess sin 1:8-10 3. Rely on ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Inclusive Nature Of The Mission Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 14, 2013

The inaugural sermon of Jesus, and the refusal of His own people to hear Him.

THE INCLUSIVE NATURE OF GOD’S MISSION. Luke 4:21-30. In a synagogue in Nazareth, a young man is reading aloud from the scroll of the prophet Isaiah. He stops mid-sentence at “the acceptable year of the LORD” without mentioning “the day of vengeance of our God” (Isaiah 61:2). As He sits down to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational