Sermons on Shining Stars:

Shining As Lights In A Dark World Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

As children of God, our lives are meant to be a living testimony to the transforming power of Christ, shining brightly in a world desperately in need of His light.

Shining as Lights in a Dark World Introduction: Begin by warmly welcoming the congregation and reading the key passage: Philippians 2:14-16 (NLT) - "Do everything without complaining and arguing so that no one can criticize you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, shining like ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

People The Light Shines Through

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 28, 2024

A sermon for All Saints Sunday.

People the Light Shines Through John 11:32-44 One day a man was walking through a beautiful church building with his 4-year-old son. As they walked, the young boy looked around. He stopped and was curious about the stained-glass windows that looked so beautiful with their bright colors. As ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: United Methodist

When The Light Shines, Preach Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 19, 2024

The point I am trying to make is very simple; God places His people in places for His glory.

“When The Light Shines, Preach” Acts 3:9-19 When Esther was placed as a queen a plot to destroy the Jews came to light. Her uncle said in Esther 4:14 “For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

Shining A Light On Domestic Violence Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 25, 2024

Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects millions of people around the world.

Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects millions of people around the world. It is a form of abuse that can have long-lasting physical and emotional effects on the victim. In many cases, domestic violence is not just a result of human anger or frustration but also a manifestation of evil ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Mark 16:17

Daniel Shines Before The King Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Mar 19, 2022

Daniel prayed with his prayer team and was given the answer to the king's dream and its interpretation. He is brought before the king by Arioch. And this sermon is what we learn about Daniel's interaction with Arioch and the king.

Introduction Daniel had been granted by King Nebuchadnezzar some time to tell the king the dream that had greatly bothered the king and then to share its interpretation. Daniel immediately upon returning home tells his friends the matter of concern and they join him as part of his prayer team. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel Shines Sharing The Prophecy Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Mar 28, 2022

Daniel goes before King Nebuchadnezzar to reveal the dream and its interpretation.

Introduction We find out the reason today that King Nebuchadnezzar is so concerned about the dreams that he had that he was willing to kill all the wise men of Babylon for being unable to reveal the dream and its interpretation. Nebuchadnezzar, just like you and I, was concerned about what was ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:45-49

Denomination: Baptist

Letting Your Light Shine Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 22, 2025

Letting your light shine is more than doing good deeds; it is about manifesting the character and nature of Christ in your daily conduct.

LETTING YOUR LIGHT SHINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:14-16 Supporting Texts: Philippians 2:14-16, Ephesians 5:8-11, Isaiah 60:1-3, 1 Peter 2:9, John 8:12 INTRODUCTION: In a world increasingly filled with darkness—moral decay, confusion, and spiritual ignorance—God calls His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Michael Cansler on Oct 29, 2025

Let your light shine

16) So many of us are scared to use the light that is inside We have allowed Satan to trick us into believing that we are not good enough to spread the word of God One of his best tactics is, he will convince you that you do not know enough about the Bible We are not smart enough, we are not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: The Light Shines In The Darkness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 11, 2025

Christmas reveals Jesus as the Light who enters human darkness to bring salvation, hope, and transformation.

CHRISTMAS: THE LIGHT SHINES IN THE DARKNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 1:1-14 Key Verse: “The light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.” — John 1:5 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 9:2, Luke 2:8-14, John 8:12, 1 John 1:5 INTRODUCTION: Christmas is far more than a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is An Artisan! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 24, 2014

God is an Artisan who created us and continues to recreate us until we are perfect for heaven shining like stars in the universe!

As you know, The Holiday Folk Fair is Celebrating the Culture of the Artisan, celebrating the knowledge and skills involved in creating objects ranging from delicate, detailed work, to the robust, like a sturdy basket or a canoe; in our music this morning a guitar, a flute made of bamboo, even a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One Good Man

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 18, 2021

God puts us in the midst of the dark so that we shine like stars and help them find the way. Are you listening?

One good man Acts 27:25"Therefore, keep up your courage, men, for I believe God that it will turn out exactly as I have been told. One good, god-fearing, faithful, righteous person in the midst of some ‘hardcore’ soldiers and prisoners in the ship would definitely make a lot of difference. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Darkness Before Dawn Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 6, 2012

Nature gives us insights into who God is and what he does as well as how we are to live before him. In this lesson we recognize that the darkness of night, ths shining of the stars, and the dawn of the sun parallel the darkness of evil that encompasses th

1. Aggie and Sun Story The rivalry between UT and Texas A&M is well known. While living in Texas, a UT fan told me an “Aggie” joke. “Did you hear about the Aggie” who stayed up all night wondering what happened to the sun? Then it dawned on him!” 2. Psalm 8.2-4 3 When I look at your heavens, the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Enjoy Life- Shine Brightly Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 28, 2024

This is the 196th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 4th sermon from Philippians.

Series: Action [#196] HOW TO ENJOY LIFE- SHINE BRIGHTLY Philippians 2:5-18 Introduction: Our text tells us to shine in this evil and corrupt world- “Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky.” I remembered something from Science Class about stars and googled it to see if I was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Beauty Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

Someone looking up at the stars said, "If the suburbs are so beautiful, how beautiful the city of heaven must be. All of our enjoyment of the beauty of this world is a mere faction of the creative work of God.

Among the world's famous short stories is the one called, The Lost Words Of Love, by the French writer, Mendes. It is the fascinating tale of how an evil spirit sought to ruin man by stealing three words out of his vocabulary. The three words were, I love you. The spirit succeeded in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-21

"Lord Shine Your Light On Me" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Dec 28, 2004

The light of the Lord coming to earth was prophecied hundreds of years beforehand. We can know this light in our individual lives by receiving Jesus into our lives. He is the Light of the World.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches January 2, 2005 “Lord, Shine Your Light on Me” Isaiah 60:1-6 INTRODUCTION: Today’s scripture speaks of a prophecy that has been unfolding throughout history and which is still unfolding. To the people of Isaiah’s day, the prophecy seemed a long time in coming, but ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Methodist