Sermons on Shining In The Darkness:

Live As Children Of Light

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 27, 2023

Light is just as necessary in our spiritual life as it is in our physical life. In the spiritual realm, darkness means whatever is contrary to the God.

Paul started the chapter saying that the goal of the Christian life is perfect imitation of God. Paul is exhorting the believers in Jesus Christ to "Live as children of light." (Ephesians 5:8) because God is light. The apostle John said that one day, “we shall be like him, because we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8

Denomination: Other

The Wicked Love Darkness - Job Chapter Twenty Four Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 10, 2008

This is a study on Job chapter twenty four.

Job continues to speak. Here he takes a good look at those who practice wickedness. Chapter twenty-four could be outlined: Job 24 - The wicked often go unpunished. (verses 1-12) The wicked love darkness. (verses 13-17) The judgment of the wicked. (verses 18-25) 1 "Since times are not ...read more

Scripture: Job 24:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Pride Example Fell Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007

Second of A 4 WEEK STUDY ON THE PERSON AND WORK OF SATAN AND HIS FALLEN STATUS. Wherever these themes are: ADVERSARY, PRIDE, DARKNESS, LIES, Satan is.

I SAW SATAN FALL! Series 2. A PRIDE EXAMPLE Isaiah 14:12-15 If you grew up reading this passage in the KJV, you would no doubt remember the passage saying, “How art thou fallen O Lucifer, son of the morning?” Walter Kaiser states that “The key word hêlēl, meaning “Howl” which would read ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-21

Denomination: Methodist

A Song Book For The Soul's Dark Night

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 11, 2025

This sermon provides a biblical roadmap for the soul's dark night, charting a journey from the raw, painful cry of "How long?" to the defiant, faith-filled choice to declare, "I will sing".

A Songbook for the Soul's Dark Night Introduction: We are no strangers to the feeling of waiting. We know what it's like to be stuck in traffic, looking at the clock, inching forward, wondering, "How long is this going to take?" We know the sound of the city, the constant roar of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Isaiah Saw The Cradle Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 9, 2018

Isaiah tells us this newborn Messiah would bring light to a dark world. In what ways is our world "dark" and how does Jesus change that in our lives?

OPENING: Video – Christmas, The Nativity (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pu6A9fMLnsY) (The video was all dramatic music and words on a screen. After the video was done, I spoke the words to open the sermon) “His birth… foretold in ancient writings a miracle that would threaten an empire. His ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-6, Matthew 4:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"experiencing The Light Of God's Glory."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Feb 3, 2024

The Light of God's Glory' holds a profound meaning in our spiritual journey. It symbolizes God's divine grace's illuminating and awe-inspiring presence, a beacon of hope and inspiration. This light shines even in the darkest times, guiding us towards a brighter future.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Isaiah 60:1-2) (1) “Arise, shine; for thy light comes, and the glory of the LORD rises upon thee.” (2) “For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-2, Matthew 4:16, Mark 10:46-48, Mark 10:49, Mark 10:50, Mark 10:51-52, Matthew 10:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus - The Light Of The World

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Mar 14, 2021

In this time of darkness, we have Jesus who is the Light of the world

The times that we are living in right now is so strange and dark, that we do not understand what is happening anymore. A lot of confusion, lies , and misunderstanding is going on everywhere. people are dying from different situations more than ever before. It's like there seems to be no end to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5, Psalm 27:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Burden Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

In this last beatitude Jesus provides His disciples with a defensive weapon to penetrate the fog of persecution. He promises great reward in heaven to those who will press on in the dark, knowing the light is still shining beyond.

Florence Chadwick was the first woman ever to swim the difficult and cold 21 mile stretch of water between Catalina Island and the California coast. She failed on her first attempt because of poor vision. After 15 hours and 55 minutes of numbing cold she asked to be taken out of the water. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

My Car

Contributed by Odon Bulamba on Dec 30, 2013

The Bible is talking about chariots moving around fast here and there and gives us the picture of cars which have lights to shine in the dark. So the message tonight is titled: “My Car”

Nahum 2:4, “The chariots race madly through the streets; they rush to and fro through the squares; they gleam like torches; they dart like lightning”. The Bible is talking about chariots moving around fast here and there and gives us the picture of cars which have lights to shine in ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 2:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shinning Like Stars

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 9, 2021

Stars shine at night and wisdom like stars brightens the heart of men. Wise men shine on earth but soul winners shine like stars forever.

TEXT: Daniel 12:3; Proverb 11:30 "And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever." "The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise." WISDOM IS THE ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:3, Proverbs 11:30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hand The World A Shaker And Turn On The Light Part 2

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 14, 2023

THIS IS THE SECOND OF A TWO PART SERIES ON BEING SALT AND LIGHT IN THE WORLD. THIS IS ALSO PART OF A GREATER SERIES ON THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT.

HAND THE WORLD A SHAKER AND TURN ON THE LIGHT THE SIMILITUDES, PART 2 MATTHEW 5:13–16 “YOU ARE THE SALT OF THE EARTH. BUT IF THE SALT LOSES ITS SALTINESS, HOW CAN IT BE MADE SALTY AGAIN? IT IS NO LONGER GOOD FOR ANYTHING, EXCEPT TO BE THROWN OUT AND TRAMPLED BY MEN. 14 “YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Can My Life Shine More Glory On God? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 19, 2014

A look at why God desires to be glorified as well as how we can do more of that.

DOES GOD WANT GLORY? Yes, not because He has low self-esteem, but because He wants us living for what matters most. - 1 Timothy 1:17. - John 8:50, 54; John 13:31; John 17:4-5. - There are numerous passages that speak of the importance to God of receiving glory. (See the John passages.) - Why? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

Shining Forth As Gold: A Testimony Of Perseverance (Job 23:10)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 30, 2025

I want to share my story of how the Lord is healing and using me for His purpose even in the midst of dealing with kidney failure and other issues.

“ But He knows the way I take; when He has tested me, I shall come forth as gold.” (Job 23:10). It is obvious that in reading through the book of Job, suffering is the central theme. Untold volumes of sermons, studies, and debates have sprung forth over the centuries on why we go through hard ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:10, Psalm 34:18-20, Psalm 54:7, Matthew 11:28-30, Revelation 21:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Shadow Of Light

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 7, 2021

A message on being a reflection of God in the darkness of this world

In the first chapter of the Bible, God's very first recorded words were "Let there be light" (Gen 1:3 NIV). In Hebrew, it says, "Light, become!, and light became!" In that single finite moment, before time began, the infinite God spoke the Universe into existence. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-12, Romans 13:12-14, Genesis 1:3, 1 John 1:5, Isaiah 60:19-20, John 8:12, Isaiah 40:22, Hebrews 11:3, 1 Peter 2:9, Isaiah 42:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Light Sensitive? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 8, 2005

Jesus Christ is like the perfect photograph of the Father - not just physical likeness but His entire personality and character. As He shines His light on your life - are you photo-sensitive to His character?

How many of us would use our drivers license photo for a portrait of ourselves? I can’t seem to get a picture of myself that I like - I look at it and say "that just doesn’t represent me very well." Now - in fact the photo is pretty accurate - it is my ideal of what I want to look like that I am ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:3

Denomination: Calvary Chapel