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    Yield Not To Temptation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 20, 2025
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    Resisting temptation requires recognizing its deceptive nature, relying on God’s strength and wisdom, and trusting His grace to overcome sin’s destructive pull.

    If you’ve ever stood in front of the pantry at midnight, telling yourself, “Just a nibble,” you know something about the tug of temptation. It doesn’t always stride into the room; it sidles. It winks. It whispers. It promises comfort, relief, maybe a little spark of excitement. Everyone knows that ...read more

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    Sonstroke On The Damascus Road Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 2, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 12,448 views

    Paul goes from persecutor to Apostle. Conversion is the process by which God brings us from darkness into the Light.

    Conversions in the Book of Acts> “Sonstroke on the Damascus Road” Acts 9:1-22 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts The Apostle Paul’s conversion is regarded as one of the most significant, monumental events in the Bible. He starts out being the church’s #1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Giving Birth To Death

    Contributed by David Watters on Jul 9, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,927 views

    In this life we have the opportunity to create a world around us of darkness and death...or...we have the opportunity of creating a world of light. With our Lord’s help, we can become ’Light to a Dark World’.

    Sermon: Giving Birth to Death Scripture: James 1: 14-15 Good morning! First...this morning, I would like to start out with a little story. Once upon a time there was a man who thought he was dead. His concerned wife and friends sent him to the friendly neighborhood psychiatrist. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Working For The Faith Skylight Company Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014
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     | 17,843 views

    There are hurting people living in spiritual darkness. In order to work for the Faith Skylight Company you've got to care enough for them that you'll do everything you can to let the light of Jesus fill their darkness.

    INTRODUCTION As we follow Jesus through the Gospel According to Mark we come to one of my favorite miracles in the life of Jesus. It’s the story where four men tear up a roof and lower their paralyzed friend until he’s hanging in front of Jesus. These four friends dug a skylight in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guarding Your Heart Against Sin Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025
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    The heart is the control centre of a person’s thoughts, desires, and actions. It determines the course of our lives and is a prime target for sin. Therefore, guarding our hearts is essential for maintaining a pure and holy walk with God.

    Title: GUARDING YOUR HEART AGAINST SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 4:23 "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." Supporting Texts: Matthew 15:18-19; Psalm 119:11; Philippians 4:8; 1 Peter 5:8; 2 Timothy 2:22 INTRODUCTION: The heart is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Sword Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 23, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,758 views

    The Sword of the Spirit is an offensive weapon for the forward progress of the Kingdom of God. We use it to convey the Good News and poke holes in the darkness.

    “Take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,” Ephesians 6:17 Let’s talk a bit about swords…Today’s military bayonet is a multi-purpose knife affixed to the muzzle of one’s rifle, a last-resort weapon in close quarter combat. The only swords in ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Be A "Fashionable" Christian

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 29, 2001
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,996 views

    how God wants us to put on the clothing of Christ and armor of light in these dark times

    December 2, 2001 Romans 13:11-14 11 And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. 12 The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "You Go Be Light"

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 25, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 6,930 views

    For us to be an effective dark destroying light for Christ requires that we do at least for things.

    “you GO be LIGHT!” Last Sunday was without a doubt one of the most powerful times we have had in this building… God’s power, Spirit, presence and comfort were here in a mighty way…AND when Marie came up second service and said – “I’m ready to be baptized..” - well what more can we say… except, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living In Proof Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 11, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,034 views

    This is the 13th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness". This study looks at walking the Christian life.

    LIVING IN PROOF 2 Peter 1:8-11 It is easy to say you are a Christian, but to live like Christ is very difficult. The Christian life begins with faith and that faith should result in spiritual growth. Spiritual growth brings practical results. Peter gives us three evidences of true ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Elijah: From The Pinnacle To The Pits Series

    Contributed by Michael Goldsworthy on Jan 12, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,995 views

    How God wants to meet you and use you in the dark times of your life.

    ELIJAH: FROM THE PINNACLE TO THE PITS (1 KINGS 19) ENCOUNTERS WITH GOD (pt 4) Intro - Having to look up what Pinnacle means - Need to set up the story – a brief history - All the incredible things that God had done to him and through him in chapters 17-18 - God fed him during a drought by having ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    True Lies Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Nov 9, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,546 views

    The people of Lystra are held captive by not only false belief, but also by the spirit of darkness that they serve.

    Common Lies that plague our lives: The check is in the mail. (Well, internet banking has made that one less popular) I’ll start my diet tomorrow. (No comment) We service what we sell. (I won’t mention any of the places you are thinking about right now) Give me your number and the doctor will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A World Without Christ

    Contributed by William Fallert on Mar 11, 2012
     | 7,458 views

    Jesus changed not just the Christian world but the whole world. Darkness would be everywhere if not for him.

    John 8:12 A world without Christ It is an amazing feeling to stand up here. It feels so powerful and humbling at the same time. If I say let’s all stand everyone will stand. If I say let’s all sit down, everyone will sit down. If I say let’s sing a hymn, everyone will sing. I am so tempted to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Your Life As A Light"

    Contributed by Terry Brooks on Apr 10, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,875 views

    This sermon helps the hearer develop their relationship with God in order to be a light shining in this dark world.

    “Your Life as a Light” Matthew 5:14-16 Begin by playing “Waiting for the Light to Shine” from “Big River” Big River is my most favorite musical. In this story, Huck Finn is making his way through life and waiting for the “Light” to shine that will tell him what life is all about. Just as Huck is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God In The City

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 23, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,631 views

    A word picture of the justice and mercy of God, set against the dark backdrop of a rebellious people.

    GOD IN THE CITY. Zephaniah 3:1-5. A Christian applied for a job which would involve helping some of those on the margins of society. ‘Why would you want to work in this God-forsaken place,’ asked the interviewer. ‘Because it is not God-forsaken,’ replied the candidate. This short passage of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Children Of The Day Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 17, 2018
     | 7,266 views

    Message 43 in our exposition of Romans. This message focuses on living as light in a dark world.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Children of the Day” Romans 13:11-14 Review In the first 11 chapters of Romans, Paul powerfully proclaims the truths concerning God’s wonderful salvation plan. Beginning in chapter 12, Paul specifies some areas of our thinking needing our attention ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance