Sermons on Shine Before Men:

The Power Of Testimony Before Kings Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025

A Spirit-empowered testimony carries divine authority that can touch the hearts of rulers, break resistance, and reveal the transforming power of the gospel.

THE POWER OF TESTIMONY BEFORE KINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 26:1-29 Key Verse: “Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.” (Acts 26:28) Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:18-20, Revelation 12:11, Luke 21:12-15, 1 Peter 3:15, Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Obstacles For Christian's Before The Rapture PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon encourages preparation for Christ's Second Coming, emphasizing the hope, promise, and eternal future we have in Jesus, and the importance of faith perseverance.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here because God, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us together to learn, to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Topics: Removing Mask, Rapture

Before You Even Ask PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the proactive, ever-present nature of God in answering our prayers, emphasizing prayer as a privilege to align our will with His.

Good morning, dear friends. Let us gather together in the presence of our Lord, in the spirit of fellowship, with hearts open to the message that He has in store for us today. We are gathered here today to reflect, to learn, and to grow in our understanding of our relationship with God through ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:24

Topics: Prayer

Receiving And Rejecting The Light

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 17, 2021

John tells us in the prologue of his Gospel that the Light of Jesus Christ shines in the darkness that represents the sins of humanity. Some turn to the Light and others reject it, missing out on the blessings of salvation and eternal life.

In the prologue to his Gospel, John presents the Lord Jesus Christ as "the Light" that shines in darkness, and that it was John the Baptist who bore witness of His Light. The Light of Christ is offered to everyone, yet not all wanted the Light of Christ to shine upon them, and they ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13, John 3:19-20, John 7:40-43, Acts 4:12, Acts 16:30-31, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Oh Yeah, We See Said The Blind Men.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Apr 18, 2012

What did Jesus mean He is the light of the world? Well, before we look at the question, let's look at why He stated it. Jesus was teaching His disciples and others in the temple on the Sabbath. The service was rudely interrupted by the Scribes and Pharis

Oh yeah, we see said the blind men. John 8:12 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. What did Jesus mean He is the light of the world? Well, before we look at the question, let's look ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Lights All Year Long Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 2, 2012

Jesus said we should be "the light of the World." But just how and why should we shine that light?

I asked the congregation: “How many of you have already taken down your Christmas lights?” (This was 7 days after Christmas Day, and about a 1/3 raised their hands) “Well, how many of you will take down your decorations NEXT week? (a few more raised their hands). How many of you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 23: When Your Face Shines

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 6, 2011

What happened to make Moses' face shine, What a shining face means, and what can't outsiders see

Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: Getting The Faith Of Moses Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 23: When Your Face Shines December 4, 2011 “And when Moses came down from the top of the mountain he wasn’t aware that his face glowed because he ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Knowledge Of God Assimilated Part 2 Series

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 25, 2002

Proposition: The purpose of assimilating the knowledge of God into your life is to reflect God’s glory, thereby restraining sin in the world, and causing men to praise God.

Foundations of the Christian Faith Series by Matt Black (Message 4) Proposition: The purpose of assimilating the knowledge of God into your life is to reflect God’s glory, thereby restraining sin in the world, and causing men to praise God. Key Verse: Matthew 5:16 Let your light so shine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Act Like Men: Courage

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 29, 2012

A study of men exhibiting courage when under pressure.

“As they were speaking to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple and the Sadducees came upon them, greatly annoyed because they were teaching the people and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection from the dead. And they arrested them and put them in custody until the next day, for it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Giving & Reward - Matthew 6:2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 27, 2024

Why does Jesus tell us to give, fast, and pray in secret, when earlier in the sermon he had commanded that we do our acts of righteousness before men to be seen by them? This message will give you a new way of looking at the commands to live for reward.

2 Corinthians 9:6-11 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to make ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:2

Broken Things Series

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 21, 2019

We've all heard "let your light shine"

Broken Things Matt 5:14-16 Intro: We’ve all heard: Let your light shine, you are the light of the world, this little light of mine etc… ME: I’ve always had this feeling deep down that people won’t like what they see if they see me in the light 1: I’ve been trained I have a lot of practice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Other

Act Like Men: Honour

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 20, 2012

Exploring what is meant by the concept of honouring Christ with our body.

“In every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed, and in that I rejoice. “Yes, and I will rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, as it is my eager expectation and hope that I will not be at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Loose Your Love, Loose Your Light

Contributed by Eddie Chasteen on Jan 7, 2012

Our churches can be so active these days, but without love we’re not going to reach our potential. Activity can not take the place of attractiveness, and we are to shine so we can draw men and women to Christ. Love for others will cause us to want to be a

Loose Your Love, Loose Your Light Revelation 2:1-5 I heard a story once about a lighthouse and rescue squad off of a dangerous point on a certain seacoast. They did a wonderful job rescuing the hurting and lost, that is until the town got the idea of reconditioning the old lighthouse for a newer ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready To Meet Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 17, 2019

The Time is Now

ARE YOU READY FOR JESUS? LUKE 12:40 1. INTRODUCTION. ISN’T IT AMAZING HOW MUCH TIME WE SPEND GETTING READY FOR VARIOUS AFFAIRS, BUT SPEND SO LITTLE TIME GETTING READY FOR JESUS? PEOPLE WILL SPEND WHAT SEEMS LIKE COUNTLESS HOURS PREPARING FOR DATES, VACATIONS, HOLIDAYS, AND EVEN WORK. AND IF THESE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:40

Denomination: Baptist

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

God uses pressure and pruning to prepare us for His service.

“For He shall grow up before Him as a tender plant, and as a root out of dry ground. He has no form or comeliness; and when we see Him, there is no beauty that we should desire Him” (Isa. 53: 2). 1. Just as the Father watched and protected the growth of Jesus so He watches over our development; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist