Sermons on Shines:

How To Walk In The Light

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025

Walking in the light is not a one-time decision but a daily, conscious commitment to live in truth, righteousness, and obedience to God. It is a life that honours God and reveals Christ to the world.

HOW TO WALK IN THE LIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 1:5-7 (KJV) “This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reflect / Display God's Glory

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 14, 2004

ADVENT 3(B) - Believers want to reflect and display God’s glory in this sin-darkened world as lights of the true Light.

REFLECT/DISPLAY THE GLORY OF THE LORD JOHN 1:6-8; 19-28 - December 12, 2004 - Third Sunday of Advent 6There came a man who was sent from God; his name was John. 7He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all men might believe. 8He himself was not the light; he ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Lutheran

A Wake Up Call Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 17, 2008

46th in a series from Ephesians. A wake up call to Christians to be light in a dark world.

[Video clip of “Cat Wake Up Call” - found on YouTube] Unfortunately, too many of us are kind of like the man in that video clip. We need a wake-up call, but unfortunately we don’t pay attention to some of the more subtle ways that God tries to wake us up, so eventually he has to hit us over the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

When Is Abortion Racism?

Contributed by John Piper on Mar 29, 2007

In the name of Jesus Christ and rooted in the gospel of his death and resurrection for sinners (including abortionists and pastors), my aim is to stigmatize abortion by associating it with racism. I would like you to link abortion and race the same way yo

For the sake of full disclosure let me tell you one of my main aims in this message: In the name of Jesus Christ and rooted in the gospel of his death and resurrection for sinners (including abortionists and pastors), my aim is to stigmatize abortion by associating it with racism. I would like you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Be Salt And Light Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 19, 2011

The overall theme of the great Sermon on the Mount by the Lord is how people of the Kingdom of Heaven are to live. Jesus now shows how, “Those who are His disciples should affect the world in the positive way in which they live.”

“Called to Be Salt and Light.” Matthew 5:13-16 We have now concluded our study of the Beatitudes which serve as an introduction to Jesus’ great “Sermon the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Pilate The Procurator – A Double Minded Psychopath - Part 1 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 13, 2022

Jesus was brought before a very evil man who was supposed to uphold the Roman law but compromised. It was Pilate a man who freely murdered. This message examines that man, one of the Characters of John’s Gospel, and draws several lessons from the account.

PILATE THE PROCURATOR – A DOUBLE MINDED PSYCHOPATH - PART 1 THE CHARACTERS OF JOHN’S GOSPEL PART A. To understand the man better we will start with some secular history:- FROM DON STEWART “Pontius Pilate was the prefect of Judea from A.D. 27 to 37, and sentenced Jesus to death by ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40, John 8:31-32, John 14:6, John 16:13-14, Matthew 27:19, John 19:1-3, Exodus 10:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Appropriate Conduct For Christians

Contributed by Edison Jay Sanz on Nov 19, 2024

Apostle Peter talks about appropriate conduct for Christians in light of what Christ has done for us.

1. To be WORTHY in living *verses 13-14, (be FAITHFUL for you will still remain FRUITFUL) "And who is he who will harm you if you become followers of what is good? But even if you should suffer for righteousness` sake, you are blessed. "And do not be afraid of their threats, nor be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Is God Smiling Down On You? Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SEEKING GOD’S FAVOR IS THE FIRST STEP IN SPIRITUAL REVIVAL

BIG IDEA: SEEKING GOD’S FAVOR IS THE FIRST STEP IN SPIRITUAL REVIVAL I. (:1-3) SEEKING THE FAVOR OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD Trying to get God’s attention ("Oh, give ear, Shepherd of Israel") tender, compassionate shepherd A. (:1a) The Good Shepherd Can Provide Guidance and Direction "Thou who dost lead ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You Blinded By Satan?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 6, 2017

Have been lied to long enough.

ARE YOU BLINDED BY SATAN? It’s sad to say but there are thousands of people in the world today that are spiritually blind. They just can’t see the Grace of God and his goodness. 2nd Corinthians 4: 3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: 4 In whom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Luminous Life

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

Jesus has a plan to penetrate this world's night of ignorance with the light of knowledge. The plan is very simple. It is to advertise. Every Christian is to be a living commercial for the Producer of the program of life.

William Sangster, the great British preacher, tells of one of the strangest taxes ever imposed. He asked his father one day why so many of the homes in London had blocked up windows. His father explained that back in 1695 every house that had more the 6 windows was taxed for the extra ones. Many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

The Influence Of A Servant Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 2, 2024

After Jesus painted the portrait of a servant in the beatitudes, He illustrated the influence of a servant in the properties of salt and light. The world needs us to be salt and light and we can be that through our service.

Introduction: A. Let’s start with an interesting and poignant story. 1. One day Bill and Hillary Clinton were out for a drive while they were on vacation. 2. After driving along enjoying the beautiful countryside, they needed to stop for gas. 3. They pulled into a tiny gas station, and out walked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Great Light Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 30, 2023

The world of darkness looks for its dawn . The world of strife, sufferings and despair looks for redemption of light. Jesus the great Light has come again on the earth. Let this season of Christmas bring joy.

Great Light Isaiah 9:1-2 Happy seasonal greetings! The background of Isaiah 7:1-9:7: In 734-732 BCE, Ahaz the king of Judah faced attack from Israel and Syria, so he considered seeking the aid of Assyria. So, he wanted to have an alliance with the “Evil Empire” of his day. Isaiah urged Ahaz to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

3 Spreading Positivity To Others Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Aug 25, 2025

Encouraging others and bring hope helps others and us

It's great to be able to share with you this message, as we wrap up our "Be Positive" series. Over the last few weeks, we've looked at what it looks like to have a more positive outlook, even when life feels heavy. We’ve explored how to change our focus and find positivity in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:9-18

Go! And… Live The Kingdom Life - Matthew 5–7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 31, 2025

When Jesus ascended a Galilean hillside and opened His mouth to teach, He delivered what is arguably the most transformative sermon ever preached — The Sermon on the Mount.

Go! And… Live the Kingdom Life - Matthew 5–7 Living as citizens of God’s Kingdom in a world that rejects His rule Introduction: The Kingdom Manifesto When Jesus ascended a Galilean hillside and opened His mouth to teach, He delivered what is arguably the most transformative sermon ever preached ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:17, Luke 18:13, Philippians 2:15, Romans 3:22, James 1:22, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus The Lord Of Glory Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 20, 2025

A revelation of Jesus as the Lord of Glory; radiating divine splendour, majesty, and unmatched heavenly authority.

JESUS THE LORD OF GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10 Key Verse: “Which none of the princes of this world knew: for had they known it, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory.” — 1 Corinthians 2:8 Supporting Texts: Psalm 24:7-10; Hebrews 1:1-3; John 1:14; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God