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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Against The Flow Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 24, 2012
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    Through caring conversations, devotions, service and rituals we nourish our faith and shine brightly in a world of darkness.

    Romans 8:31-39 “Against the Flow” INTRODUCTION For the past four weeks, we have talked about (what I like to call) wholistic stewardship. The proposition I have presented is that Biblical stewardship involves more than what we drop in the offering basket. Stewardship is more than ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Salt And Light

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 6, 2020
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    Do you bring something to others that enhances their faith in God? Does the light of Christ shine in your life?

    Salt and Light Matthew 5: 13 – 16 Intro: Sam was chatting with his friend Ted. He asked Ted whether he had bought his wife anything for Valentine's Day. “Yes,” Ted rapidly replied, “I bought her a belt and a bag.” “That sounds good,” Sam responded. “I hope she will like them. Ted grinned, “Me ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Hope PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023
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    Explores the power of enduring hope in Christ, which shines brightest in adversity and anchors us in the certainty of God's promises.

    Warm greetings, family of faith. There is a comforting familiarity in gathering together, each of us bringing our unique experiences and perspectives, bound by the common thread of our shared belief. We are united in our desire to understand more deeply the infinite wisdom of God's Word, to seek ...read more

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    Daniel Shined Because He Knew How To Pray Through A Problems Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Mar 4, 2022
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    I need to get busy developing my prayer team. Those two or three people that I can share my prayer concerns with and know that they have my back and I have their back.

    Introduction The Bible tells us that we are to give all our problems to God. Small problems, medium size problems, and those horribly large problems we face are to be turned over to God. 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV) Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. But the truth is, we think many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Month Of Soul Winning

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Mar 4, 2020
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    It shall be your month to shine, stand out and be outstanding because the bible says "Those who have insight will shine brightly like the brightness of the expanse of heaven, and those who lead the many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever" Dan 12:3

    MY MONTH OF SOUL WINNING It shall be your month to shine, stand out and be outstanding because the bible says "Those who have insight will shine brightly like the brightness of the expanse of heaven, and those who lead the many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever" Dan ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Great Truth About Life, Pursuit, Purpose And Providence Part-1

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 11, 2013
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    “For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ. “(2 Corinthians 4:6NIV)

    The Great Truth about Life, Pursuit, Purpose and providence Part-1 “For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ. “(2 Corinthians 4:6NIV) In ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Carrying The Light Of Christ

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Feb 14, 2002
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    Uses the theme of the 2002 Winter Olympics "Light the Fire Within" to show how the Light of Christ shines in the people of God.

    Carrying the light of Christ Dear friends in Christ, grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus, the Christ. Amen. There’s something special about an Olympic year, especially when our country is hosting the Olympic Games. There seems to be a special excitement in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Great Joy To All People

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004
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    For hundreds of years, the world waited in darkness. The earth waited for God to shine His eternal Light down from heaven.

    Merry Christmas, everyone! Finally, it is Christmas. The one day out of the year we all have waited for. My daughter told me the other day that my 6 year old grandson has been getting up every morning telling her how many days are left until Christmas. Isn’t it great how excited the children ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    This Little Light Of Mine Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 8, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
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    Those without Christ are called ’darkness’. Christians are called ’light’. We are to shine in their darkness. (#5 in The Christian Victor series)

    “And do not participate in the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but instead even expose them; for it is disgraceful even to speak of the things which are done by them in secret. But all things become visible when they are exposed by the light, for everything that becomes visible is light. For this ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Being Equipped To Deal With Evil

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Sep 4, 2009
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    God is not just protecting us from evil, He also makes it possible to shine His light among evil

    How do you cope with evil and the difficulties it causes? When problems arise in your life, what do you do, how do you respond? Jack Handey in his book Fuzzy Memories tells the story of a teenager who was being bullied everyday at school and was forced to hand over his lunch money. Eventually he ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jason Lowe avatar

    Jesus The Light Of The World Series

    Contributed by Jason Lowe on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 12 ratings
     | 33,589 views

    This sermon addresses allowing the light of Christ to shine into and transform every area of our lives through the help of the Holy Spirit

    (I used Andy Stanley’s outlining method of me, we, God, you, we. You will see those broken down in the text of sermon. Also, I blacked out the windows and turned off the lights so that it was as dark as I could get it. Lights out where it says DARK and lights back on when it says LIGHT.) Dare ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    The Purpose Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 3, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 18,654 views

    Purpose Driven Concepts. Five Purposes presented as an acrostic - SHINE. Second Sermon in this Series - God’s Committed Community.

    God’s Committed Community: The Purpose of The Church Last week we looked at the Nature Of The Church and we found that the Bible calls the church: 1. A FELLOWSHIP. 2. A FAMILY. 3. A BODY. 4. A FLOCK. Each one of these terms gives us a different understanding of The Church and shows how The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Witness: Glorifies #3 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 24, 2019
     | 3,076 views

    We are called to be witnesses in the most uncomfortable situations and place so the glory of God will shine above our fears and desires.

    We began a conversation two weeks ago about what gives us meaning in this life and I suggested that the question is actually a mute point for those who call themselves Christian because if we believe that Christ came, died and rose again then we must also live it. To live out this belief we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Maintaining Holiness In A Corrupt World Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 18, 2025
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    Maintaining holiness in a corrupt world is not optional for the believer—it is essential. You are called to be different, to shine as light, and to be the salt of the earth.

    MAINTAINING HOLINESS IN A CORRUPT WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 1:13-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 6:17-18, James 1:27, Titus 2:11-14, Philippians 2:15 INTRODUCTION: Holiness is not just an old-fashioned concept—it is the eternal standard of God. In a world ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Nature Of Legacy PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 829 views

    Encourages believers to live, shine, and leave a Christ-centered legacy, reflecting God's glory and drawing others closer to Him.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to stand before you today, to share in the grace and love that our Heavenly Father has so abundantly given us, and to delve into the deep wisdom of His Word. The Apostle Paul, in his profound wisdom and divine inspiration, has left us a powerful ...read more

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