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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Let Your Light Shine Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 12, 2023
     | 7,718 views

    Jesus taught the beatitudes as the hallmark of the followers of Christ. But how they can relate to the world? Jesus never intended for an isolated and exclusive community but he rather wanted to reach the whole world with his message of love.

    Text: Matthew 5:14-16 Theme: Let your Light Shine Introduction: I was amused to see the reflectors on the highways in the early days of night travel. The reflector was first invented in 1917 by Henry Chrétien to provide the army with a communication system the enemy could not intercept. in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Gregg Bitter avatar

    Why Am I A Christian? Series

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 7, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,084 views

    As Jesus continues his Sermon on the Mount, he reminds us of our purpose as Christians and mentions his mission in coming to earth. Parts: A. Because Christ fulfilled his mission. B. In order to carry out my mission.

    Text: Matthew 5:13-20 Theme: Why Am I a Christian? A. Because Christ fulfilled his mission B. In order to carry out my mission Season: Epiphany 5a Date: February 6, 2011 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Why-Am-I-a-Christian_-Matthew5_13-20.html Grace and peace to you from God ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • John Mann avatar

    A Vibrant Church Series

    Contributed by John Mann on Feb 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,013 views

    The type of lives we live dictate the impact we have on the unchurched.

    FOCAL POINT: A VIBRANT CHURCH ME: So, I am really not a fan of bland food. When I eat food, I want it to taste good. I want it to wake up my senses, I want to be like, yeah this is awesome. And there are just some foods that need to be seasoned so that they wake up your senses. You know, like ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • John Dobbs avatar

    The Power Of Influence Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 20, 2023
     | 9,055 views

    Following those distinctive teachings of Jesus, he calls us to be people of influence in the world around us.

    The word “influencer” has become popular especially as it relates to social media. You can do searches for the top Instagram influencers (or any other media). Mostly this relates to how many followers someone has. One article I read had the top five Instagram influencers (for the moment) - they may ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    You Are The Salt Of The Earth (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 7, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 34,046 views

    A sermon examining Jesus' declaration that His followers are the salt of the earth.

    YOU ARE THE SALT OF THE EARTH (Part 1) Matthew 5:13 According to the Cambridge dictionary, the phrase “salt of the earth” is an idiom that refers to someone who is “very good, honest, and reasonable; one who does not think that they are special in any way”. The examples given are statements such ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Lights Of The World Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 261 ratings
     | 45,055 views

    Jesus taught of the POWER of the light, the PLACES of the light, the PUTTING OUT of the light, and the PURPOSE of the light. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

    The Lights of the World Matthew 5:14-16 Ye ARE the light of the world…Ye ARE the salt of the earth. In the original language these statements are in an emphatic tense, meaning it would not be wrong at all to say “you and you alone are…” [meaning Christians] The beatitudes were all about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Being Light Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 14, 2023
     | 2,785 views

    The Beatitudes teach the qualities that God works in the character of Christ's disciples. Then in Matthew 5:13-16 the emphasis turns to the influence Christians are to have in the world around them. The point of our text is that we let our light shine.

    Intro Immediately following the Beatitudes, Jesus uses two metaphors to declare the task given to his followers in the world. Those two metaphors are salt and light. We have examined the first one. Now we want to learn from the second metaphor, light. Our text today is Matt 5:14-16: "You are ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Greg Hanson avatar

    Keeping Your Torch Lit Series

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,065 views

    What does it mean to be the light of the world and the salt of the earth? How can we faithfully represent Jesus in our world today?

    Commander Hansen had no idea how or why his outpost was being attacked. The outpost where he was stationed was suddenly up against a very powerful enemy... one he had never encountered before. Oh, he had heard of them, sure, but he never expected that he would meet them head on. They had been at ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • David DeWitt avatar

    The Power Of Influence

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 6, 2011
    based on 11 ratings
     | 30,087 views

    God can use our influence for His kingdom and His glory

    The Power of Influence Matthew 5:13-16 August 28, 2011 Morning Service Dr. John Geddie went to Aneityum, (Anatom) an island in Vanuatu in 1848 and worked there for God for 24 years. On the tablet erected to his memory these words are inscribed: When he landed, in 1848, there were no Christians. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    The 7 Mountains Of Influence In Society: Government & Family Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021
     | 3,475 views

    I love talking about these seven mountains of influence in society. It’s really interesting to dig into this stuff. But unfortunately all good things must come to an end, and today we talk about the last two hills, government and family.

    I love talking about these seven mountains of influence in society. It’s really interesting to dig into this stuff. But unfortunately all good things must come to an end, and today we talk about the last two hills, government and family. First, the hill of government. What a pertinent topic, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Victor Yap avatar

    All That Glitters Is Salt, Not Gold! Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,695 views

    The Life of Abraham, Part 6 of 10

    ALL THAT GLITTERS IS SALT, NOT GOLD (GENESIS 19:1-26) My good friend from Northern California while we were studying at the seminary was hopping mad when he heard people say that the 1989 earthquake was a sign of God’s displeasure at and judgment on San Francisco, also known as the homosexual ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Victor Yap avatar

    All That Glitters Is Salt, Not Gold Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,473 views

    Couples Pt. 3-1

    ALL THAT GLITTERS IS SALT, NOT GOLD (GENESIS 19:1-26) My good friend from Northern California while we were studying at the seminary was hopping mad when he heard people say that the 1989 earthquake was a sign of God’s displeasure at and judgment on San Francisco, also known as the homosexual ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Owens avatar

    Sermon 4 - The Attractiveness Of Authenticity Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 17, 2025
     | 969 views

    If we want to be salt and light to the world, then we have to get people's positive attention. One of the most attractive things is authenticity. In this sermon, we explore what Christian authenticity looks like.

    Introduction: A. There’s a story told of a woman who pulled up to a red light behind another car. 1. The driver of the car in front of her was talking on his cellphone and shuffling through some papers on the seat beside him. a. The light turned green, but the man didn't notice. b. The woman ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    "Let There Be Light"

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 16, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 9,376 views

    A sermon for both seekers and believers. We need to be 1)Light receivers 2)Light Bearers 3)Light Senders.

    “Let there be light” Genesis 1:1-3, Jn 1:1-13 WBC 14/9/03am INTRO I get some atrocious stuff sent by email: Man of the year photos. - after all this darkness, need some light! This creation story- mean so much, says so much - given in the context of the Babylonian creation story, enuma elish, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Timm Meyer avatar

    Let Your Light Shine Before Men

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 14, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 20,689 views

    Epiphany 5(A) - Let your light shine before men so that the world may praise your Father in heaven and also see Christ’s righteousness.

    LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE BEFORE MEN (Outline) February 4, 2007 - EPIPHANY 5 - Matthew 5:13-20 * * * * * * * * * INTRO: A quick reminder that Epiphany means appearance (or manifestation). During Epiphany we are reminded that Jesus is the Son of Mary and Joseph. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran