Sermons on Shine Brightly:

Lamps For Christ! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 10, 2014

Jesus uses two great illustrations of what the Christian is. 1-Salt-To prevent decay and corruption, to flavor to living, to bring healing. 2-Light-To dispense and disperse light to a dark world!

Matthew 5:14-16-“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Left Standing On The Cliff

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Aug 11, 2018

Do we need to be like others or should we stand out?

Left Standing on the Cliff 1 Samuel 8:1-7 And it came to pass, when Samuel was old, that he made his sons judges over Israel. Now the name of his firstborn was Joel; and the name of his second, Abiah: they were judges in Beer-Sheba. And his sons walked not in his ways, but turned aside after ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Glorious Face Of God: A Sermon For Transfiguration Sunday

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 10, 2024

We all want to see the face of God. Someday we shall see Christ in all of His glory who is the face of God we shall see. In the meanwhile, the greater glimpses of the glory of God is only rarely revealed to certain selected persons such as Peter, James, and John on the Mount of Transfiguration.

The Glorious Face of God 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 But even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing, whose minds the god of this age has blinded, who do not believe, lest the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine on them. For we do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, 2 Corinthians 12:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Light Of The World

Contributed by Brian Menear on Apr 14, 2007

What was the light that was present at Creation?-Jesus Christ

Light of The World(NIV) Genesis 1:1-4 GE 1:1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters. GE 1:3 And God said, "Let there be light," and there was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Silencing The Darkness Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 23, 2025

This is the 12th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#12] SILENCING THE DARKNESS Luke 4:31-44 Introduction: As I was preparing for this Sermon, I thought about a time when I was very young. It seemed like every night, there was someone trying to break into my room. I would crawl across the hallway to my Parent’s room; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44, Matthew 4:23-25, Matthew 8:14-17, Mark 1:21-29

Denomination: Baptist

Influence

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

A message focusing on the Christian’s call to influence his/her world.

Influence Matt. 5:13-16 It is told that once during the Civil War, a detachment of General Sheridan’s men, caught in a tight corner, broke and fled and galloped away for their lives; and just then Sheridan himself came riding up. Taking in the situation at a glance, he rose in his stirrups, waved ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Salt And Light Christians Series

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Mar 30, 2017

Our mission as believers is to share Jesus Christ with all the world. Jesus tells us that we are to be salt and light in order to draw people to Him. What does this mean?

SALT AND LIGHT CHRISTIANS Matthew 5:13-16 Intro: When my sister was in high school, boys were naturally drawn to her. She was a pretty girl, very funny and very outgoing. One boy that wanted to date her came to see her and talked about his love for her. He was kind of lanky, awkward, and a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Walk In The Light Of Jesus (Palm Sunday) - John 12:12-36 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 1, 2025

Palm Sunday: The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem was one of those moments. It was a turning point—not just for Jesus’ earthly ministry, but for all of humanity.

GO! AND WALK IN THE LIGHT OF JESUS - John 12:12-36 Introduction: A Defining Moment Throughout history, there have been moments that changed everything. Moments when the world shifted. The triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem was one of those moments. It was a turning point—not just for Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-36, Psalm 118:25-26, Isaiah 53:5-6, John 8:12, John 12:46, Revelation 13:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking In The Light Of God's Presence Psalm 89:15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 22, 2024

Psalm 89:15 calls us to a deeper walk with God, to experience the joy of His presence, and to live transformed lives by His truth.

Walking in the Light of God's Presence Psalm 89:15 Introduction Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a powerful verse found in Psalm 89:15. This verse will be the foundation of our message, one that calls us to a deeper walk with God, to experience the joy of His presence, and to live ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:15, Psalm 100:2, Psalm 119:105, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Matthew 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be A Light In Darkness

Contributed by Kevin Heath on Aug 15, 2004

Jesus called us lights in darkness. What does it mean and what do we need to do?

Mat 5:14 You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Mat 5:15 Nor do men light a lamp and put it under the grain-measure, but on a lampstand. And it gives light to all who are in the house. Mat 5:16 Let your light so shine before men that they may see your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Quit Standing In The Doorway! Series

Contributed by Edward Pruett on Mar 20, 2018

Many times, we get no further than the doorway, and when we get further, we do nothing in the hallway. God is calling on us to quit standing in the doorway and stop doing nothing in the hallway. Our transformation occurs in the hallway. Transition!

As I attempted, throughout the week, to begin practicing the Spiritual Discipline of Silence, I found it very difficult; I failed more than I succeeded. On each occasion, I found myself choosing to remain in the "on the go" lifestyle that has become so familiar to me. I found myself planning to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:14-16, 2 Kings 8:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Quest For Power Vs. The Call Of Christ

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jan 5, 2025

Epiphany is not just a moment of clarity; it’s a summons to transformation. Let’s walk through this text with open hearts, asking, What does the birth of Jesus teach us about power, greed, and the true call of leadership?

Sermon Title: The Quest for Power vs. The Call of Christ Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Church, it’s the first Sunday of a brand-new year, and God has a message for us: Pay attention. Paying attention to what’s right in front of us—what’s under our noses—can be a life-changing act. We just wrapped the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

God Is Faithful

Contributed by Vinh Tran on Feb 18, 2025

A Sermon on the Unwavering Faithfulness of God

God is Faithful A Sermon on the Unwavering Faithfulness of God Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23 Key Verse: Lord, your love is as high as the heavens. Your faithful love reaches up to the skies. (Psalms 36:5 NIV) Introduction Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to reflect upon ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23, Psalm 36:5

Before The Lights Went Out

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 30, 2018

God acts in mercy once more before His people end up in the dark. A Sermon for the Second Sunday after Epiphany, Year B

Before the Lights Went Out 1 Samuel 3:1-20 Verse 3 says that this event happened before the light went out in the Tabernacle. This is more than just the physical light. The lamp in the Tabernacle was never supposed to go out because it represented the continuous presence of God with the people of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20, 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who, Not What, Is The Word

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Sep 18, 2023

This sermon provides a foundation for understanding a triuine God. Word, upper case, is used for God, Jesus, & Holy Spirit as one.

Mormons are a religious and cultural group related to Mormonism, the principal branch of the Latter Day Saint movement started by Joseph Smith in upstate New York during the 1820s. After Smith's death in 1844, the movement split into several groups following different leaders; the majority ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, 1 John 5:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational