Sermons on Responding To The Light:

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Michael Cansler on Oct 29, 2025

Let your light shine

16) So many of us are scared to use the light that is inside We have allowed Satan to trick us into believing that we are not good enough to spread the word of God One of his best tactics is, he will convince you that you do not know enough about the Bible We are not smart enough, we are not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

When The Lights Go Out

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025

Jesus rekindles our passion to shine. His authority sends us, His Spirit empowers us, and His mission becomes our greatest thrill again

It happens slowly. You rarely notice when the first lights begin to flicker. A bulb gives up in the back hallway. One more goes dark in the kitchen. The living room dims a little, but you don’t think much about it. You just squint more. You buy a cheaper lamp. You hold your phone screen a little ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Acts 1:8, John 20:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2026

This study reveals that Jesus Christ illuminates the path of life, dispels spiritual darkness, and brings guidance and truth to all who follow Him.

I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:12 Key Verse: “Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.” (John 8:12) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 9:2; Psalm 27:1; ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being Salt And Light In The World Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025

Jesus described His followers as the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world." These metaphors highlight the believer's role in influencing the world positively and reflecting God’s glory.

Title: BEING SALT AND LIGHT IN THE WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:13-16 "You are the salt of the earth... You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden." Supporting Texts: Philippians 2:15; Colossians 4:6; John 8:12; Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, Philippians 2:15, Colossians 4:6, John 8:12, Ephesians 5:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Know That You Are In The Light

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 14, 2025

You know you are in the light if you do not harbor hatred against anyone. 1 John 2:9 says, “He who says he is in the light and hates his brother, is in darkness until now.” Hatred is a poisonous heart condition that makes us treat others as enemies.

Song: I have the light of God in me /2x I have the spirit of the Son of God I have the light of God in me. This is one of the choruses we sing as Christians. Let us think through this song and measure ourselves against the scale of the word of God. Let us read 1 John 2:7-11, which ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11, 1 John 3:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rise And Shine: Embrace The Light SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Though the world may be shrouded in darkness, you don't have to be. Rise up, pray, study the Word, and engage in true fellowship with the Light. As you do, you'll find yourself covered in God's sunrise glory.

The book of Isaiah holds great significance in the Old Testament, as it contains prophecies and revelations about Jesus Christ long before His arrival on earth. In Isaiah 60:1-2, the prophet Isaiah receives a revelation from God, where he sees darkness covering the earth and its people. This ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-2

Topics: Prayer, Bible Study, Fellowship

Light And Darkness Cannot Mix

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 22, 2025

The Christian life is a call to separation. It is not a call to isolation from the world, but a call to distinction in character, conduct, and conviction.

LIGHT AND DARKNESS CANNOT MIX – Living a Separated Life unto God By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:8-11; John 8:12; Romans 12:1-2; 1 Peter 2:9-10; James 4:4 OPENING PRAYER Heavenly Father, We thank You for this precious moment in Your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am The Light Of The World Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 5, 2023

Jesus is the light that guides us through life, revealing truth, teaching us how to live, and promising eternal life. His light is transformative, changing us from the inside out and filling our lives with love, grace, mercy, and peace.

Imagine you're in a pitch-black room, and you can't see anything. You're stumbling, tripping over stuff, and you're totally lost. Then, someone flips on a light. Suddenly, you can see everything clearly. That's what Jesus does for us. He's not just a tiny flashlight; He's like a massive spotlight, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Topics: Divine Illumination, Spiritual Enlightenment, Biblical Metaphors, Jesus' Teachings

Don't Fear The Light Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Mar 4, 2024

Jesus teaches that many of us are afraid to come into the light because we're scared our bad actions will be exposed. But Jesus didn't come to condemn us, He came to heal us. He searches for us in the darkness and wants us to trust Him, look to Him, and follow Him into His kingdom of light.

Hey guys! Let's play a game called "What's Your Phobia?" I'll name a fear, and you tell me what it's about. Ready? 1. Arachnophobia is the fear of...? (Spiders) 2. Acrophobia is the fear of...? (Heights) Now, let's make it a bit harder: 3. Ophidiophobia is the fear of...? (Snakes!) 4. Pogonophobia ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21, Numbers 21:4-9, Colossians 1:13

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Guidance, Faith Courage, God's Light

Christmas Eve: The True Light Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 3, 2026

A Christmas Eve sermon for a service that includes communion and a candlelight "Silent Night"

[After the “Retooning the Nativity” video, available on Igniter Media] ] That video is a helpful reminder that many of the things we associate with Christmas are more tradition than truth. There weren’t kings. There wasn’t a grumpy innkeeper. Jesus wasn’t born on December 25. That kind of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

When God Lets The Light In

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 18, 2026

When God lets the light in, He does not discard our brokenness but sanctifies our whole selves so that His strength and glory can shine through us. What was once sharp, fractured, and hidden becomes, by His grace, a window and a witness, reflecting Christ’s light into dark places.

When God Lets the Light In Texts (CSB): 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Ephesians 6:10 John 1:5 2 Corinthians 4:6 Introduction — Broken Glass Church, I want to begin with a simple image. Broken glass. When glass breaks, we don’t stop to admire it. We sweep it up. We treat it as dangerous. We throw it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Ephesians 6:10, John 1:5, 2 Corinthians 4:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On Sharing A Christingle Light

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 18, 2026

Christingle services are typically regarded as sharing the light of love.

Ruth Carter Stapleton, the American-born sister of Jimmy Carter once remarked: "Christmas is most truly Christmas when we celebrate it by giving the light of love to those who need it most." John 8:12 reminds us: Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4-5, Luke 2:32, Isaiah 9:2, 2 Corinthians 4:6

Be A Candle For The Lord --- Giving For The Light

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 28, 2026

God calls us to be a candle giving ourself for the light. Candles are not for sunny rooms they are for dark corners to reflect the light of Jesus. In real darkness you don't see the candle, you see the light.

BE A CANDLE FOR THE LORD… BURNING FOR THE LIGHT! By Wade Martin Hughes Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Watch YouTube: Wade Hughes) WHEN I WAS ON MY FIRST MISSIONARY TRIP TO HAITI… The first night of the “GREAT CONVENTION” each preacher was introduced with a window of 5 minutes to speak. When ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Exodus 25:31-32, Genesis 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Light Brighter Than The Sun Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 11, 2025

We’ve all had a personal encounter with Jesus, and we need to tell our story to anyone who will listen.

LIGHT BRIGHTER THAN THE SUN Text: Acts 26:12-18 Introduction 1. “I believe in Christ like I believe in the sun – not because I can see it, but because by it I see everything else.” (C.S. Lewis). 2. “For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. So live as people of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:12-18

Denomination: Methodist

Help Them See The Light Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Apr 1, 2025

The church is to be the light of the world, instead we are hiding our light in our churches and not letting the world see our light. Their is a harvest waiting in the darkness but if we remain in the house we will never see the harvest.

Help them see the Light John 3:16-21 John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (17) For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21