Sermons on Spiritual Darkness:

Loving The Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024

This sermon explores God's immense love, our tendency towards darkness, and the call to live in the light of truth, urging self-reflection and transformation.

Good morning, beloved family of God. How wonderful it is to gather together in this sacred space, united by our shared faith and love for our Lord Jesus Christ. As we open our hearts and minds to the Word of God today, let us remember that each time we come together in His name, we are fulfilling ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Topics: Jesus' Response, Nicodemus

Christians: Be Strong In The Lord! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 27, 2024

How can we find the strength to stand? We must: 1. Remember that Jesus is the source of our strength (vs. 10). 2. Recognize our real enemy (vs. 11-12). 3. Apply God's armor (vs. 11, 13-17).

Christians: Be Strong in the Lord! Ephesians 6:10-17 Sermon by: Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared July 27, 2024) MESSAGE: *When I was 9 years old, we moved to Daytona Beach, Florida. We never went through a hurricane during the three years we were there, but I remember a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Discipline Of Chastity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores Christian personal purity, discerning right from almost right, and honoring God by avoiding moral pitfalls, particularly sexual immorality.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you once again in this sacred space where we can share in the fellowship of God's love and learn from His Word. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a vital discussion, a discussion that centers on the very core of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Topics: Spiritual Disciplines

I Am The Bread Of Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024

This sermon explores the spiritual nourishment and life we receive through believing in Jesus Christ, the bread of life.

Good morning, dear church family. I'm warmed by the sight of each and every one of your faces, gathered here today in unity, in faith, and in anticipation of the Word that brings life. We are gathered here not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:26-40

Topics: Spiritual Bread

Are You Prepared PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023

The importance of spiritual preparation, prudence, and perseverance, urging us to remain steadfast and ready for the coming of our Savior.

Good morning, dear family of faith. As we gather here today in this sacred space, in the presence of our Lord, we are reminded of the importance of preparation, prudence, and perseverance in our spiritual journey. We are reminded of the words of Jimmy Carter who once said, "We should live our lives ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Topics: Wise Decisions

He Is With You In The Trenches PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

This sermon explores recognizing our spiritual enemy, affirming God's presence in spiritual warfare, and strengthening our faith amidst these unseen battles.

Greetings, beloved! We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as participants in a grand narrative that transcends the confines of our earthly existence. We are, in every sense, soldiers on a battlefield, though our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the unseen forces that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Topics: Spiritual Warfare

Discipline Of Celebration PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon encourages us to actively participate in praising God, celebrating His past deeds, present actions, and promised future, as part of our eternal song.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a wonderful day to be in the house of the Lord? I am so grateful to see each and every one of you here today, ready to embrace the Word of God and to let it permeate your hearts, minds, and spirits. Today, we are going to be turning our gaze to the ...read more

Topics: Spiritual Disciplines

Have You Seen The Light?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 27, 2005

Isaiah talks about the effects of the Light on those living in darkness. How do you know you’ve seen it? Read on and find out.

January 30, 2005 Isaiah 9:1-4 1 Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the Gentiles, by the way of the sea, along the Jordan -- 2 The people ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Stand Strong In Spiritual Battle – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Doug Gorman on May 2, 2016

We should be progressively striving to penetrate enemy held territory. Where is the territory? Everywhere! The world, this country, this state, your town or city, your own home, your family and your own body and mind - no one is exempt from these encounters!

Navy SEAL Sr. Chief Mike Day had never been shot before, but that changed dramatically one night in April 2007. Al Qaeda terrorists shot Day more than two dozen times. "This body armor took more rounds than it was supposed to," explained Day, who is now retired. Body armor capable of handling only ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Portrait In Scripture Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 25, 2007

You would probably be surprised if you opened your Bible and there on the pages of scripture was an eight by ten picture of your own face looking back at you.

You would probably be surprised if you opened your Bible and there on the pages of scripture was an eight by ten picture of your own face looking back at you. But you will see your portrait in scripture. The Bible talks about three different portraits and every one of us fits in to one of these ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Real-Life Discipleship” Series

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Feb 13, 2011

A sermon on 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 with reference to Real-Life Discipleship by Jim Putnam. Putnam has developed a spiritual growth wheel diagram that he explains in his book and which is used in this sermon to explain growth to spiritual maturity.

The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. St. Andrew’s Church February 13, 2011 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 “Real-Life Discipleship” New faces are popping up weekly at children’s play groups and on neighborhood park benches, although not in the weather we’re having today! These new faces carefully watch the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Fulfilling A Promise Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 5, 2017

Simeon and Anna see the Messiah—a fulfillment of God’s promise to them. They are now able to depart in peace.

Luke 2:21-38. "Fulfillment of a Promise" INTRODUCTION During the Advent and Christmas Seasons, we have had many messengers and models to encourage and direct us on our walk of faith. The prophets Isaiah and Ezekiel spoke to us in the Hebrew Scriptures. We have also heard from two angels, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Health Check Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 8, 2015

This is the 10th sermon in the series "The Cure". This sermon ask each person to evaluate their spiritual health and gives some prescriptions that will help.

Series: The Cure [#10] HEALTH CHECK Romans 6:1-23 Introduction: I have been to so many Doctors that when I hear that I have an appointment, all I can do is just shake my head. I don’t think that anyone likes to go to the Doctor; but it is necessary for us to be checked periodically by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Work In Progress Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 22, 2015

Examining the fact that God is working out a greater plan in our lives.

Work In Progress II Peter 2:1-3 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ In the manufacturing industry there is a phrase that is often used to refer to goods that are no longer raw materials but also not yet a finished product. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Primary Weapon In The Battle

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

Spiritual Warfare

Ephesians 6:18 Introduction: I. “At all times” - Why should we pray at all times? A. Satan is constantly on the prowl - (1Pe_5:8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.) 1. How does Satan Prowl? a. He goes everywhere - ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Baptist