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  • Dr. Jeremy Simpson avatar

    The Word Of God As A Light Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007
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    Third in a Series on metaphors in the Bible. It compares the Word of God to Light

    AS A LIGHT Series: Metaphors in the Bible– Sermon Three Proverbs 1:6 We began this series a few weeks ago and took last week off to Preach on the Christmas Story But I want to get back to the Series on the WORD OF GOD I began the First Two Messages on WHY WE BELIEVE THE BIBLE IS THE WORD OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Cleveland avatar

    From Darkness To Light Series

    Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Oct 16, 2007
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    If by birth and by nature we have a lack of light, we don’t understand, don’t recognize, don’t receive the Light, how awesome it is that by simply believing the gospel we receive the light of Jesus Christ.

    John 1:5-9 The four gospels record the earthly life of Jesus Christ, and each one presents a different view of Him. Matthew: King of the Jews, Son of David, Heir of Israel’s throne Mark: Servant of God, the perfect Workman of God – the text in Mark brings out the characteristics of His service ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Paul's Sees The Light

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 11, 2007
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    Paul’s Conversion on the Road to Damascus

    “Paul Sees the Light" Acts 9:3-19; 26-31 When God calls, do you question? When God asks for a change in you, do you delay? Think of Jonah …. God had to have him swallowed by a fish to get his attention Some don’t believe this is possible because of the gastrointestinal liquids that would devour ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Keeping The Light Shining

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 10, 2006
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    We should not waste our light; it is to shine brightly for all to see! It is our duty to stand out, not for prominence sake but for the spreading of the gospel, for light into a dark world, for the glory of God!

    KEEPING THE LIGHT SHINING Isa. 9:2 (NIV) "The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned." The story is told of a lighthouse keeper who worked on a rocky stretch of coastline and who received his new supply of oil ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In Light Of His Coming

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 9, 2007
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    This sermon explains how we should live in light of Jesus soon coming.

    How should we live in light of Jesus soon return? Revelation 22 discusses this subject. The soon return of Christ is at the center of this chapter.Consider these verses: "I am coming quickly." (vs. 7); "the time is near" (vs. 10); "I am coming quickly" (vs. 12); "I am coming quickly" (vs. 20) How ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anyone Got A Light?

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 30, 2007
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    The only way to get out of or avoid the dark is to find a source of light. Where is yours? How reliable is it? How easy is it to find? Once you do, how bright is it? How long and wide is its’ beam?

    ANYONE GOT A LIGHT? Sunday Morning, May 15, 2005 Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: Light Bulb jokes Why joke so much about light bulbs? Why are these jokes so common and why do we keep laughing at them? Let me suggest it is because laughter helps to dissipate the deep, natural fear of the dark ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Hamby avatar

    Jesus Is The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 7, 2007
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    # 25 in Series. Jesus proclaims himself to be the light of the world.

    A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 25 “Jesus the Light of the World” John 8:12, 24-30 (v. 12 key verse) The Feast of the Tabernacles is the last of the seven annual feasts of Israel commanded by God, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Howell avatar

    A Thousand Points Of Light

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 21, 2008
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    God’s people are the light of the world. Each act of love is an example of the will designed to pierce the darkness.

    A Thousand Points of Light Matt 5:13-16 13 "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men. 14 "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Being The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
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    Part 3:Sermon on the Mount Series - We were commanded by Jesus to be the light unto this world.

    The Great Commission Part 3 – Sermon on the Mount – Salt & Light Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † Jesus cleanses the Temple at the beginning of His ministry † Jesus explains the Holy Spirit to Nicodemus † Jesus explains Salvation to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Einar Kristoffersen avatar

    The Light From The Gospel

    Contributed by Einar Kristoffersen on Sep 9, 2008
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    The Gospel shines through the whole Bible

    THE LIGHT FROM THE GOSPEL Exodus 34:27-35 27 Then the LORD said to Moses, " Write down these words, for in accordance with these words I have made a covenant with you and with Israel." 28 So he was there with the LORD forty days and forty nights; he did not eat bread or drink water And he ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David Owens avatar

    We Are The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Nov 11, 2008
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    In this lesson we explore this important truth and talk about how to draw others to Christ.

    Introduction: A. Today we return to our series called “Transforming Truths.” 1. I pray that our attention to these simple, foundational truths has been a blessing to you. 2. So far in the series, we have been reminded of such important truths like the fact that we are loved by God, and forgiven by ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    Jesus Is Life And Light

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 22, 2008
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    The Apostle John in the fourth Gospel has a lot to say about Jesus being both “Life” and “Light.” John 1:4 “In him was life, and that life was the light of men.”

    Jesus is Life & Light John 1:1-5 Carollyn and I spent Thanksgiving this year with our son Tim and his family in Garden Grove, CA. The day after Thanksgiving we traveled in the evening to Riverside, CA to attend the Festival of Lights. The Mission Inn Hotel in Riverside, CA. has sponsored the ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • John Harper avatar

    A Son To Light The Darkness

    Contributed by John Harper on Jan 2, 2009
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    God chose a child to bring light in the midst of utter darkness.

    “A Son to Light the Darkness” Isaiah 9:1-7 December 14, 2008 Warden Assembly of God Pastor John L. Harper Introduction: “Unca Frank’s Christmas!” Isaiah 9: 6-7 Key verse(s): 6a: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given.” Franklin Chaney was by all accounts what you would call a crank. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Light At The End Of The Tunnel Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 5, 2009
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    If we are in the doldrums -- but learn to be emboldened by walking with God -- we can find courage to pursue better times.

    Light At the End of the Tunnel (Genesis 29:1-14) 1. I came across this true account from Reader’s Digest: My cell phone quit as I tried to let my wife know that I was caught in freeway gridlock and would be late for our anniversary dinner. I wrote a message on my laptop asking other motorists to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    The Incompatibility Of Light And Darkness Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 13, 2009
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    Light and Dark cannot co-exist, we must flee from the darkness of this world and cling to the light of the Gospel.

    Sermon Brief Date Written: January 6, 2009 Date Preached: January 7, 2009 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of John’s Letters Sermon Title: The Incompatibility of Light and Dark Sermon Text: 1 John 1:6-7 6 If we say, "We have fellowship with Him," ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist