Sermons on shadows:

Jesus: The Second Adam Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2014

When you think of Old Testament shadows of Christ, Adam usually is not at the top of the list. This lesson shows why he should be near the top of your list.

WHO AM I? My time on earth did not begin in a natural way. I had no earthly father. I was made in the image of God. I was innocent and without sin. In my innocence, I was tried and tempted by the serpent. I made an important decision which involved a tree that impacted all of history. My decision ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Millennium

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 22, 2019

WOULDN'T YOU LOVE TO LIVE FOR 1000 YEARS IN PERFECT PEACE WITH THE LORD? THE BEAUTIFUL THING ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM IS THAT IT IS A FORE-SHADOWING OF WHAT ETERNITY WILL BE LIKE.

THE MILLENNIUM REVELATION 20:1-11 THE ENTIRE WORLD HAS BEEN SEARCHING SINCE THE BEGINNING OF TIME, AND I MIGHT ADD UNSUCCESSFULLY, FOR PEACE. WE HAVE COME TO THINK OF PEACE AS THE ABSENCE OF HOSTILITY, AND THE WORLD HAS ONLY KNOWN ABOUT 250 YEARS OF THIS FORM OF PEACE. PEACE ESCAPES US AS ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Logos Of Our Logo Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 25, 2017

We recently developed a logo for our congregation containing the cross, its shadow, praying hands, and the look of a house. This lesson explains the logo and that the Logos (WORD) is the focus.

1. [Various Company Logos and Purpose 2. The new SY Logo is to incorporate the LOGOS (WORD) of God 3. John 1.1-5, 14 4. Consider the Significance of our new Logo I. Jesus and Our Hope A. Jesus was in the Beginning as Creator – John 1.1-3 B. Jesus is at the Center of our Logo in the Cross 1. He is ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jotham’s Fable Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 26, 2019

Jotham was not condemning the monarchy itself, but was to a certain extent pointing out that Abimelech was a worthless person."

Chapter 38 Jotham’s Fable [Judges 9.7-9.15] Scripture 7 And when they told it to Jotham, he went and stood in the top of mount Gerizim, and lifted up his voice, and cried, and said unto them, Hearken unto me, ye men of Shechem, that God may hearken unto you. 8 The trees went forth on a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

Out With The Old, In With The New

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 4, 2019

A more excellent Ministry based on a better Covenant founded on better promises.

OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW. Hebrews 8:1-13. This is the “sum” of all that the writer has been saying so far: “We have such a high priest…” (Hebrews 8:1a). Jesus, our high priest, is ‘holy, innocent, separated from sinners, and exalted above the heavens’ (cf. Hebrews 7:26). He is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reflective Christian

Contributed by Jess Bousa on Dec 13, 2005

Life can be narrowed down to two outcomes, either you will live life as a reflection of God or a shadow of this world, when people see you what do they see?

It is strange how life works out sometimes. Sometimes people, who show the greatest potential, fizzle out and nothing ever really comes of them. And other times people who never really seem to have it all together, end up beating the odds, and actually make something of themselves. For instance, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hmmm...jewish Festivals Are Around!!!-Part 2

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Sep 15, 2014

To learn lessons from Oft-neglected Jewish Festivals which have been described as shadow of Christ as regards both His First Advent and His Second Advent!!!

JEWISH FESTIVALS-A SHADOW OF CHRIST-PART 2 Before coming to the second group of Jewish festivals signifying those events in Christian history, which are yet to occur it is pertinent to ponder…if paramount events in Christian history, such as crucifixion of Christ, pouring of the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:17

Denomination: *other

Five Dark Valleys Of Life

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016

Life is accompanied with both sunshine and shadows. The Christian's pilgrimage is at times on high, smooth plains of spiritual blessings, at other times it is down rocky gorges and through dark valleys.

FIVE DARK VALLEYS OF LIFE Psalm 23:4 INTRODUCTION: Life is accompanied with both sunshine and shadows. The Christian's pilgrimage is at times on high, smooth plains of spiritual blessings, at other times it is down rocky gorges and through dark valleys. THE FIVE VALLEYS ARE: 1. The valley of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

Five Dark Valleys Of Life

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Life is accompanied with both sunshine and shadows. The Christian's pilgrimage is at times on high, smooth plains of spiritual blessings, at other times it is down rocky gorges and through dark valleys.

FIVE DARK VALLEYS OF LIFE TEXT Psa. 23:4 INTRODUCTION: Life is accompanied with both sunshine and shadows. The Christian's pilgrimage is at times on high, smooth plains of spiritual blessings, at other times it is down rocky gorges and through dark valleys. THE FIVE VALLEYS ARE: 1. The valley ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Barnabas Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 14, 2016

Many times those who serve in obscurity are overlooked, but provide a tremendous impact to the body of Christ. We must encourage those who serve in the shadows to continue for the Lord.

Series: Serving in the Shadows # 1 Being a Barnabas Acts 11: 19-26 Our text today speaks of a man, who although not obscure in the Scriptures, is often found serving in the shadows. He is first introduced among the early believers in Jerusalem. Acts 4:36 –And Joses, who by the apostles was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Worth Dying For? Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 14, 2020

Easter sermon that asks "Who would you die for?" and, more importantly, in the shadow of the cross, "Who would die for you?"

Hanging on the cross … between Heaven and earth … what did Jesus see? He saw two other men … criminals … one to His left and one on His right … being crucified with Him. He saw His Roman executioners gambling over his clothing, indifferent to His suffering. He saw the religious leaders, who ...read more

Scripture: John 19:19-30, Matthew 27:42, Matthew 27:40, Matthew 10:37-39, Luke 2:34-35, Mark 10:29-30, Revelation 7:9, Romans 12:10-18, Romans 5:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Easter - 2020

Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Apr 22, 2020

Easter is one of our most holy of celebrations as a Christian. This is the day our Lord, defeated the world and proved He was, beyond the shadow of doubt, truly... the Son of God!

I’ve always talked about how difficult it sometimes is to write something for everyone each week. We’ve all heard God’s words and, hopefully, have listened intently and realized the Love He has for us and the sacrifice His Son made to free us from ourselves. This week, my task was not all that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22, Matthew 26:39, Luke 4:5-8, Isaiah 53:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hypocrisy And Darkness

Contributed by Dennis King on Nov 17, 2021

This epistle delves into chapter six of Matthew. There he provides a first-hand report of Jesus speaking and His words cast Christian reflections against the dark shadows of hypocrisy.

As recorded by Luke in chapter 12, Jesus began to speak to His disciples first of all, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, nor hidden that will not be known. Therefore whatever you have spoken in the dark will be heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:37, Matthew 6:19

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 91, The 911 Of The Bible

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 12, 2008

Excellent Psalm for Bible Study. Psalm 91.1 He that dwells in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. The Best Place to be in a 911 situation

PSALM 91 Psalm 91:1 The 911 of the Bible in Psalms… Portions of this Outline and Excerpts expounded upon from the Bible, and the Book “Psalm 91 God’s Umbrella of Protection” by Peggy Joyce Ruth, Aug 2004 This is a great Psalm concerning who we are to go to in an emergency. Using the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Guidance

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014

The shadow of the Almighty speaks of His protection, guidance and security. When you pray and continuously abide in the Lord’s presence, He promised you His power and guidance

“He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God; in Him will I trust” (Psalms 91:1-2) “ Fear thou not; for I am with thee;be not dismayed for I am thy God: I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-2

Denomination: Anglican