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  • Monty Newton avatar

    Light In A Dark Place

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 5, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,997 views

    Jesus reveals himself by invading the darkness of the world.

    20150104 2nd Sunday after Christmas B (Epiphany) Web Site Title: Light in a Dark Place Text: Isaiah 60:1-6 Thesis: Jesus reveals himself by invading the darkness of the world. This is the Season of Epiphany during which we mark the ways Jesus is made known. Epiphany means to show or to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Arise And Shine PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,328 views

    Encourage the congregation to seek God's wisdom and love Him consistently, so they can arise and shine as beacons of His love and faithfulness in the world.

    Good morning, family! I can't think of a better way to kick-start our time together than by diving headfirst into the rich wisdom of Proverbs. Proverbs 13:9 says, "The light of the righteous rejoices, but the lamp of the wicked will be put out." It's a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness and ...read more

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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Created To Shine!

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 5, 2021
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     | 8,297 views

    The word help many--Matthew 5, through Matthew chapter 7, is Jesus’ teaching on living out of His Kingdom, and His principles.

    Created To Shine! Matthew 5:14-16NKJV Today I’m going talk to you about God’s Kingdom. And greater than that, how Jesus made you part of His Kingdom. It’s known as the Sermon On The Mount, or the beatitudes. Therefore, because of these words, His Kingdom is presently your Kingdom! In Matthew 5, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James Chandler avatar

    Glow In The Dark: No Room For Darkness Series

    Contributed by James Chandler on Jul 23, 2024
     | 892 views

    This is the third in a series, based on the Series Kit offered by Sermon Central. I have used the graphics, media, and sermon titles, adding my own content and application.

    Today: There is no room for darkness in the life of a Christian. Spiritually speaking, you cannot expect God's blessing in your life, you cannot expect to grow closer to Jesus if you are feeding on the junk of the world. "No one lights a lamp and puts it in a place where it will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Larry Turner avatar

    Let It Shine Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 16, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,585 views

    The body armor of God's righteousness is both a offensive and defensive weapon. This sermon points out the benefits of both.

    In 2003, a class action lawsuit was filed against Second Chance Body Armor. Second Chance manufactures bulletproof vests for police officers and security personnel. Hundreds of police departments throughout the country use their products. Apparently, several police officers had been killed ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Shining Moments

    Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Mar 20, 2001
    based on 127 ratings
     | 11,338 views

    The Transfiguration of Jesus calls us to reflect upon our own shining moments

    When I was in seminary, I’d drive along a stretch of Highway 33 between Bath and Kingston, Ontario every school day for three years. It was right along the lake, a scenic drive for sure. But, when you’re part of a steady stream of traffic, all trying to get into the city on time, you don’t always ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    Let Your Light So Shine

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 15, 2021
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     | 11,832 views

    As Christians, we are to shine as light in the midst of the dark world. This will make others to see and be attracted to God in His kingdom, and His name will be glorified.

    LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE Study Text: Mathew 5: 13 - 16 Introduction: - Jesus, after telling us we are the salt, and we need to stay pure so we do not lose our saltiness, also says we are the light of the world. - Salt has to do with you and the Word and staying pure. Jesus said if ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Refined To A Shine!

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 28, 2018
     | 14,256 views

    Subject: Second Sunday of Advent (Year C) 2018 This sermon focuses on the idea of refining; of allowing the LORD to refine you as well as you being a refiner of your own minds, soul and heart (co - operating with God).

    Scripture: Malachi 3:1-4; Luke 3:1-6 Theme: Prepare the Way - Refine Title: Refined to a Shine! Subject: Second Sunday of Advent (Year C) 2018 This sermon focuses on the idea of refining; of allowing the LORD to refine you as well as you being a refiner of your own minds, soul and heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Shining - From Guilt To Grace To Glory Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 27, 2008
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,598 views

    1. Fellowship Removed 2.Fellowship Restored 3. Glory Revealed! A lesson about God’s absence, His presence, and how our faces can shine like Moses’! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    The Shining From Guilt to Grace to Glory! Exodus 33 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GraceToGlory.html [read vv. 1-3, 13; ch. 34:29-35 God actually gave 3 things to Moses on Mt. Sinai: • The 10 Commandments—the revelation of God’s Law. • The Book of the Covenant—the regulation of God’s Law. • The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unstoppable Light Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025
     | 285 views

    An unstoppable light is one that no darkness can overcome. It shines regardless of circumstances, attacks, or environments. It is the kind of light that breaks limitations, opens closed doors, and causes men to arise and shine.

    UNSTOPPABLE LIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:1-3 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:14-16; John 1:4-5; 2 Corinthians 4:6; Proverbs 4:18; Genesis 1:3 INTRODUCTION: Light is a symbol of clarity, revelation, guidance, and dominion. Wherever light appears, darkness must disappear. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    Sermon On The Mount - Light Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 14, 2016
     | 9,871 views

    What is light? What does light do? How can we be light?

    I. Introduction A. Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a lighted lantern when he went to call on his best girl. “Why,” he exclaimed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Nichols avatar

    To Live: Shine Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 5, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,795 views

    If you have joy, let others see it! So that they may come to know Christ!

    TEXT: Philippians 2:12-18 TITLE: To LIVE - SHINE SERIES: To Live TOPIC: live a life of holiness OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church July 12, 2009 PROP.: It’s important to let others see how you live your life so that they may be won and that you may live blameless… INTRODUCTION: Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Hinrichs avatar

    Rise And Shine!

    Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Jul 25, 2012
     | 4,993 views

    We need to prepare for the coming of the Lord before it is too late.

    I'll never forget one day in my High School English Literature class. One of my good friends, Lee had a habit of falling asleep in class. Well, Lee's desk was right in the middle of the room and our class was the last one of the day, the room was warm, and the teacher wasn't so exciting. Lee ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Suresh Murugesan avatar

    Rust To Shine Series

    Contributed by Suresh Murugesan on Mar 23, 2020
     | 2,157 views

    we are all prefer to shine Application: Gods says : Isaiah‬ ‭60:1‬ ‭ Int: A.“ Arise, shine; For your light has come! And the glory of the LORD is risen upon you.” ‭‭NKJV‬‬ - [ ] my condition and conception are gruesome

    My present situation is racked with negative thoughts, words ,and the my atmosphere is Coherence with negativity. Which causes unproductiveness and ineffectiveness . Application: Amidst of all of these Incompetency . I want to shine, But God says arise that mean “start” , “ begins “ your ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • JM Raja Lawrence avatar

    Evangelism (Becoming The Light In A Dark World)

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jul 5, 2025
     | 362 views

    Evangelism calls us to shine brightly as lights in the world, reflecting God’s love through our actions, stories, and relationships. Let’s explore how to overcome obstacles and illuminate our communities.

    Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV) "You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational