Sermons on Shine Before Men:

Dwelling In God's Secret Place

Contributed by James May on Jan 24, 2010

If we desire to have God's best then we need to dwell in His Secret Place - that place nearest to God's heart, where His glory shines brightest.

Dwelling in God’s Secret Place Sunday, January 24, 2010 A.M. By Pastor James May Have you ever had your own little secret place; a place where you could go to get away from it all; a place where you could be alone with your thoughts? Little children often find such a place where they can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16, Psalm 91:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Politically Correct Christians

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 22, 2007

This message examines the issues around being politically correct when it comes to public display of Christianity.

Politically Correct Christians Scriptures: Matthew 5:14-16; 28:19-20 Introduction I was leaving a meeting recently and as I left I wished a fellow worker a very “Merry Christmas”. Immediately with the focus of being politically correct, I wondered if I may have offended him, especially if he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Take To Be A Man Of God?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Nov 10, 2023

A businessman read a little book entitled “Men of God.”

He was so moved that he was determined to secure copies for all of his employees. • He wired the publisher in Chicago: “Send 125 copies of ‘Men of God.’” • The publisher wired back, “Chicago is out of ‘Men of God” they are hard to find. Try Memphis they might have some.” We desperately need ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham & Lot

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 16, 2008

Two godly men, one faithful & one compromised

Background: judgement on Sodom [Show pic of Dead Sea.] The ruins of Sodom and Gomorrah have been discovered southeast of the Dead Sea. Both places were destroyed at the same time by an enormous conflagration. The destruction debris was about three feet thick. Archaeologists found that buildings ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Display Godly Outward Appearance? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 5, 2019

Many worldly people give importance for outward appearance but inward they are cunning filled with hypocrisy.

ome people Dress properly but their heart is evil and sinful. God is not so interested in what a person looks like outside but he looks what is their inside our heart but that doesn’t apply for justification of inappropriate clothes. Hos 4:6 says My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Many ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:10, 1 Timothy 2:9

Obadiah

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 17, 2005

God uses ordinary men to do extraordinary things.

This morning we saw how God uses ordinary people with ordinary jobs to do extraordinary things for God. But tonight I want to connect the two pictures and people. In verse one the Lord speaks to Elijah to go back to Ahab and say the drought will end. In verse 3-4 Obadiah is asked to go with Ahab to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Light Of The World

Contributed by Matt Barker on Aug 10, 2008

We are called to be the light of the world.

About a month ago, I was up here talking about us being the Salt of the Earth, and what that actually means. Today, we are going to continue on from there to the next part of this message from Jesus in his sermon on the mount. Let’s open our bibles to: Matthew 5:14-16 "You are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 Gifts Of Christmas

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 18, 2005

looking at the meaning behind the three gifts that were presented by the wise men for Christmas

Intro: the story is told that some soldiers leaving an island at the end of World War 2 conveyed Christmas to the islanders with gifts and Christmas songs. Years later one of these men visited that island and was shocked to find a church there. He was invited to attend the service, which consisted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"4 Factor's In Developing Friendship With God"

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 26, 2007

This will teach men and women how to develop friendship with God!

"4 Factor’s in Developing Friendship with God" James 4:7-10 7 Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. 8 Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. 9 Lament and mourn and weep! Let your ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

New Year Vision 2024 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 31, 2023

Never seen before in 2024

New Year: “Never seen before in 2024!” Thesis: We are praying God will help you see and experience something spiritual, like a revelation from the Holy Spirit, a miracle, a Biblical truth, a life changing encounter with God, or a breakthrough. Our prayer is that you see and seek something from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-176, Matthew 4:4, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don’t Be A Mule Repent Before The Rod Falls - Psalm 32:3-5, 8-10 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 30, 2025

If there is some sin that your heart keeps clinging to and you’re reluctant to give up, this message will motivate you to repent and will show you how to learn the easy way instead of the hard way (like a mule).

You will learn how to know when you are experiencing God’s rod and what to do when it happens. This message destroys once for all the insanity that says, “I’ve already blown it for today—might as well get it out of my system and start fresh tomorrow.” When you find yourself saying that, ask, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:3-10

Thank God For The Preacher

Contributed by James Thomas on Jan 11, 2008

Thank God for the men and women of God, Pastors Anniversary

James Thomas September 14, 2007 Pastor’s anniversary Napoleon Bryant THANK GOD FOR THE PREACHER Eph 4:11-12 11 And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; 12 For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Walk In The Light

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 9, 2025

If we are to walk in a way that pleases the Lord, we must walk in love; we must walk in righteousness, and we must walk in the light. This is not optional – we must walk in the light.

Walk in the Light Ephesians 5:8-14 As we move forward in this fifth chapter of Ephesians, we continue to be reminded of the lives we are to live in Christ. Our text today is a continuation of the thoughts from the preceding verses. If we are to walk in a way that pleases the Lord, we must walk in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Guys

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

Lessons we can learn from the wise men.

Wise Guys – Christmas Message Matthew 2 Intro: To: All Southern USA Residents From: Santa I regret to inform you that effective immediately, due a growing population, I will no longer be able to serve the southern USA on Christmas Eve. However, I have provided a replacement for you, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Man On Mission Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 21, 2023

A man on mission is all about ministry. A man of valor values all life, including the preborn.

A truck driver was hauling a load of 500 penguins to the zoo. Unfortunately, his truck broke down, so he waved down another truck and offered the driver $500 to take the penguins to the zoo. The next day, the first truck driver picked up his repaired truck. When he drove into town, he couldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:10-17

Denomination: Baptist