Sermons on Sinners Hate The Light:

Sermon # 23 - From Darkness To Light Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 16, 2023

The allegory of light and darkness is used widely in the bible. What does it signify? Are we walking in the light or still stumbling in the dark? This sermon will sure help us evaluate ourselves to see where we stand.

As we continue our study this topic of ‘Freedom from Bondage’ we recognize that it is indeed the will of God that His people should be liberated from every sin and bondage. In this chapter we will study the metaphor of light and darkness, which is widely used in the Bible to explain this concept of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2, Matthew 4:16, Luke 19:8-9, John 3:1, John 19:39-40, John 4:7, John 4:16-18, John 4:28-29, John 8:12, Luke 19:2, Matthew 4:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Jesus Is Very Much The Light Of The World

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 10, 2024

All of us are called to be evangelists to the folks around us. That means all of us must practice self-control, moderation.

Friday of 23rd week in course 2024 Today’s Scriptures need to be read with the saying of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. Jesus said “I am the Light of the world.” We see it again in the Book of Revelations, as the description of the eternal city of God tells us that there is no need for lamps ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 1 Corinthians 9:22-27, Luke 6:39-42, John 8:12

Denomination: Catholic

"jesus The Heavenly Light Of This World Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 31, 2021

AS the Light was being lit in the temple for the "Illumination of the Temple Ceremony" Jesus made he declaration that He is the Light Of The World.

JESUS, THE HEAVENLY LIGHT OF THIS WORLD John 8:12-30; 9:5 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ May 30, 2021 Video Link: https: //youtu.be/YE8NQOKbcHA INTRODUCTION: 1.) How comfortable are you functioning in darkness? A.) I live on Maple Street in O’Leary. where there are streetlights, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30, John 9:5, Isaiah 9:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let There Be Light - Creation Day 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 5, 2021

What is the significance in the first day and what does it say against the backdrop of evolutionary science. Even more, how does Jesus fit into this motif?

Introduction Over the last couple of weeks, I’ve shared with you the impossibility of evolution. This is not a philosophical argument, but a theological fact. Evolutionists seek to dispose of God, especially the God of the Bible. Evolution, the gospel, and our salvation are impossibly compatible. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:5, Jeremiah 4:23, Revelation 14:6-7, Malachi 2:10, Isaiah 42:5, Psalm 148:1-5, Hebrews 11:3, John 1:1-3, Romans 1:19-20, 1 Timothy 6:16, Genesis 1:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Let Your Light Reflect Christ Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 16, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 19

August 15, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Ephesians 4:25-5:2 Let Your Life Reflect Christ Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Nestled in the mountains a little to the west of Oslo, Norway lies the city of Rjukan. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Christ: The Light And Life Of The World

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 13, 2021

John's Gospel is based on his personal testimony and eyewitness account of what the Lord Jesus Christ taught, demonstrated, and affirmed to show His people and all humanity that He is God Incarnate come to live among us and fulfill the role of Redeemer and Savior.

Every writer who penned down the Holy Scriptures did so under the anointing of the Holy Spirit and a reverence towards Almighty God. Every word was written down with the sense that these men from all walks of life and who lived at different times in history were in communication with the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:1, 1 John 1:1, Colossians 1:16, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of God's Word.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 26, 2023

God has written His word upon our hearts, and inclines our wills to keeping it.

THE LIGHT OF GOD’S WORD. Psalm 119:105-112. PSALM 119:105. “Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” The word of God, the Bible, is totally reliable (cf. Hebrews 4:12). The Psalmist unreservedly relies upon it. Furthermore, Jesus is the Word (cf. John 1:1), and He is the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Bright Lights In A Dark World Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 8, 2023

Your theology, what you really believe, comes out at midnight. What I mean by midnight is at the darkest moment of your soul; when things seem hopeless, when the pressure mounts, when the pain intensifies, when things are darkest. Let's shine our brightest at midnight.

Sermon: Being Bright Lights in A Dark World Scripture - Acts 16:25-40 “Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-40, Matthew 5:15-16, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon On The Mount # 2 Let There Be Light!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 26, 2022

In Genesis 1:3, God said, “…Let there be light: and there was light.”

From the beginning of time, God wanted light to exist. He said, “…let there be light” and the Bible says, “…and there was light”. In Gen. 1:3, the Lord is talking about the light of the sun that separates the days from the nights. But this is not the only place in the Bible where the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of Christmas: A Gift For Every Heart Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 21, 2023

Today, let us explore the profound meaning behind the Light of Christmas, a gift that illuminates every heart with hope, joy, and salvation.

"The Light of Christmas: A Gift for Every Heart" On this sacred Christmas Day, as we gather in the warmth of fellowship and the glow of festive lights, our hearts resonate with the ageless story—the story of a gift given to the world, a gift that transcends time and space. Today, let us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Luke 2:15-20, John 1:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Light Of Christmas: Accept, Share And Reflect Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 21, 2023

Let us explore the profound meaning behind the Light of Christmas, a gift that illuminates every heart with hope, joy, and salvation.

The Light of Christmas: Accept, Share and Reflect Introduction: On this Christmas Day, as we gather in the warmth of fellowship and the glow of festive lights, our hearts resonate with the ageless story—the story of a gift given to the world, a gift that transcends time and space. Today, let us ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-14, Luke 2:8-14, Luke 2:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Light That Overcomes All Darkness- Introduction

Contributed by Gary Tate on Mar 6, 2024

This I believe can help those who have or are struggling with their relationships. As a grown man now, I understand I had been living within “darkness”. I did not understand until ten years ago I was walking around being held captive by feelings of abandonment and a “orphan spirit”.

I find that we all want to understand what we can do when facing what seems to be at times an onslaught against us mentally and Spiritually. This can be true for those who have dealt with the thought of not being loved, as I did as a young boy. In my situation then as my “birth Father” was never ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4-5, John 12:46

Denomination: Other

The Light That Overcomes Darkness - Father’s Series

Contributed by Gary Tate on Mar 6, 2024

This I believe can help those who have or are struggling with their relationships. As a grown man now, I understand I had been living within “darkness”. I did not understand until ten years ago I was walking around being held captive by feelings of abandonment and a “orphan spirit”.

Father’s While thinking on the concept of a “father’s affection”, I want to share what I found at Psychologotoday.com, Roland Warren, father of two sons and board member of National Fatherhood Initiative. Four things every son (daughter) needs to know: Does my son know that he matters to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Other

Living In Light Of Our Blessed Hope

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 27, 2024

The reality of Christ's Resurrection should shape all that we are and all that we do as believers. This is a Resurrection Sunday message

Resurrection: Living in Light of our Blessed Hope Text: Philippians 3:1-14 I am so happy that you have chosen to gather with the Church this morning as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ from the dead. For Christians – THIS is one of the most important holidays of the year! ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14, 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Fire, Light And Power!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Aug 7, 2022

In this outline sermon we point out 3 ways the Holy Spirit wants to reveal Himself through His children to the world. Fire, Light and Power attract.s Fire illuminates, warms, refines, purifies and can change material from one form to another. Think what God's fire can do.

GOD’S FIRE, LIGHT AND POWER! In this outline sermon we point out 3 ways the Holy Spirit wants to reveal Himself through the Church and each one of His children to the world. Fire, Light and Power does attract. Fire illuminates, warms, refines, purifies and can change material ...read more

Scripture: John 5:35, Acts 2:38, Matthew 3:11