Sermons on Spiritual Light:

Heaven Has Come Near Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021

When the Son of God is born as man, we’ve already seen His plan.

A couple weeks ago, NASA landed their 8th Mars lander, InSight, on the surface of Mars and started a photoshoot. They kind of look like selfies on Mars to me. They were thrilled at a successful landing - the first of its kind in a few years. It cost a lot of money, and NASA hopes to learn a lot ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17, John 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Glory That Shines Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021

A look at the meaning of "glory" and how the glory of God is part of the Christmas story

Sometimes, you need a wingman. That’s the pilot term for your partner in the air - the guy who flies alongside you to help you, and you help him. Sometimes, you just need another person alongside you to help you through - a 2nd set of ears at the doctor’s office; a witness to the business deal; ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:19-23, Isaiah 6:1-5, Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nobody Will See Your Sine If You Are No Different Than The World Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 29, 2022

God tells us in both the Old and New Testament to let our light shine. That will not happen if we are no different than the world.

ILLUSTRATION In Daniel chapter 12, there is a verse that every Christian should memorize. And it is: Daniel 12:3 (NKJV) 3 Those who are wise shall shine Like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness Like the stars forever and ever. In the first part of the verse, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Better Light (John 8:12-13; Lev. 23:33-44; Exodus 13:17-22) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 6, 2022

Jesus is our pillar of fire.

If you're following along with me in your own Bibles, in the gospel of John, you'll notice that this week we come to the story of the adulterous woman. This story may or may not be an authentic tradition about Jesus-- my guess, which is probably worth nothing, is that it is. It ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-13, Leviticus 23:33-44, Exodus 13:17-22

"only Human"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 3, 2023

A sermon about spreading the good news of the gospel through the cracks in our lives.

“Only Human” 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 How many of you watched the Bengals and the Bills game on Monday Night Football this past week? Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin had a cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field in the first quarter after a violent hit. The game was stopped, as it should ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Influence Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 20, 2023

Following those distinctive teachings of Jesus, he calls us to be people of influence in the world around us.

The word “influencer” has become popular especially as it relates to social media. You can do searches for the top Instagram influencers (or any other media). Mostly this relates to how many followers someone has. One article I read had the top five Instagram influencers (for the moment) - they may ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Busca La Verdad

Contributed by Raquel Martinez on Jan 31, 2025

Nuestro mundo abunda mucho en mentiras. Porque estamos siendo controlados por el principe de este mundo, Satanas, quien es el padre de la mentira. Pero Jesus es la verdad y nosotros podemos encontrala si la buscamos.

“Yo soy el camino, la verdad y la vida, nadie viene al padre, si no es por mi” Juan 14:6 Introducción: Jesus dijo que no nos dejemos enganar, porque vendran muchos falsos maestros y Hoy vamos a hablar acerca de buscar y conocer la verdad, para que la mentira no pueda confundirnos o hacernos ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Advent - The Pilgrimage Series

Contributed by Jerald Scott on Nov 19, 2024

the time between Expectation and Realization... the Pilgrimage of Advent.

Advent - the Pilgrimage Advent points us to a renewed hope of the Lord’s Return! The season, which is named ‘the coming’ causes us to celebrate that Jesus came first to be our Redeemer, and He will come again, to be our King! Today I want to talk about the time between Expectation and ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On The Plight Of Loneliness

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 19, 2024

Loneliness could be defined as a feeling of sadness within the heart, because one has no loving friendships, relationships or company.

Taylor Caldwell, a female American novelist once remarked: “I am not alone at all, I thought. I was never alone at all. And that, of course, is the message of Christmas. We are never alone. Not when the night is darkest, the wind coldest, the world seemingly most indifferent. For this is still the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:10, 1 Peter 5:7, Psalm 147:3, John 14:18

Living Through The Season Of Darkness

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Dec 28, 2024

This sermon discusses the season of darkness in life and how to live through it.

Scripture Text: John 1:5 - “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” We all experience seasons of darkness—moments when life feels heavy, uncertain, or even hopeless. For some, it could be the loss of a loved one, financial struggles, personal failure, or a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Church #8 Who Do You Look Like? Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

No literal portrait of Jesus exists either. But the likeness of the Son who makes us free can be seen in the lives of His true followers.

Communion: The Deep surrounding love of God ~ Intro: On a wall near the main entrance to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, is a portrait with the following inscription: "James Butler Bonham--no picture of him exists. This portrait is of his nephew, Major James Bonham, deceased, who greatly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Opening Presence

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 24, 2023

Jesus Christ is the greatest gift of all. What have you done with this present - his presence?

When my godchildren were little, I went back to Minneapolis for Christmas every year to see them. I left the Christmas morning service just as soon as Jesus’ birthday cake was cut (I did take a piece to eat in the car) and took off for the airport. The plane was always on time and I got off the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, Exodus 34:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"all The Light We Cannot See" Lent 4

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 7, 2024

The intro. is based on the Netflix movie: "All the Light We Cannot See". Nicodemus heard the words of Jesus, saw the miracles but "could not see the light". Nicodemus believed in his Jewish genetics and goodness. Jesus replaces the rules with Himself

In Jesus Holy Name Lent IV March 10, 2024 Text: John 3:17,18a “All the Light We Cannot See” All The Light We Cannot See is a 2014 novel by American author Anthony Doerr. The novel is set during World War II in the French town of Saint-Malo. It is also a movie on ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21, John 3:17-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Every Now And Then God Shows Up At Fire Side Chats

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 12, 2024

Like President Roosevelt helped America during rough times with the fire side chats, God help us every now and then by showing up. This sermon based on VBS Camp Firelight.

Psalm 56:3 Every Now and then God shows up 1. The beginning of the Fire Side Chats • The Fire Side chats were a series of radio addresses delivered by U.S. Pres. Franklin D. Roosevelt from 1933 to 1944. • President Roosevelt began to talk to Americans via Radio • He talked about the place of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3

Denomination: Methodist

A Brighter Day Is On The Way!’ Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 20, 2022

The gloom, despair and oppression so vivid in Isaiah’s day is overshadowed by a new light the prophet sees. This prophet moves from walking in darkness to walking in the light; from oppression to justice; from war to peace. A brighter day is on the way!

Sermon: A Brighter Day is on the Way!’ Isaiah 9:2-7 “The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine. 3 You will enlarge the nation of Israel, and its people will rejoice. They will rejoice before you as people rejoice at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, John 3:16-17, John 1:1-5

Denomination: Methodist