Sermons on The Church And The World:

Friendship With The World Series

Contributed by David Baeder on Jun 10, 2009

This is the twelfth of a series of sermons based on scriptures where a rhetorical question beginning with the phrase "Do you not know. . ." is asked. This sermon deals with the rhetorical question asked in James 4:4. "Do you not know that friendship with

Series: Do You Not Know? Sermon: Friendship with the World Text: James 4:1-10 Introduction: There’s a war going on at this very moment. And whether the battlefield is Iraq or Afghanistan, or your mind, the causes are the same. Someone wants what you’ve got or you want something someone else ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010

What does it mean that Jesus is the "light of the world"?

Intro – (List of ‘Children’s questions to God’ that ends with the following one…) Dear GOD, We read Thomas Edison made light. But the Bible says You did. So I bet he stole your idea. -Sincerely, Donna This morning Jesus declares the obvious truth that a little girl ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A World Of Hurt

Contributed by Jim Nicodem on Jul 22, 2009

A message detailing humanity’s responsibility to God and each other to take care of the planet.

Intro: Several years ago, my car was in the body shop for an extended period of time -- and so, a friend of mine offered me the use of one of his cars. It was a Cadillac. I wasn’t used to driving such a nice car. I tried to refuse my friend’s offer -- but he insisted. I was "forced" to bum around ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lights Of The World Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010

This single verse in John tells us three things: Jesus is the only true light leading to salvation! Those who follow Him have the Light of Life and must reflect the Light to the world!

Lights of the World 03/16/08 PM Text: John 8:12 Reading: Isaiah 42:5-7 INTRODUCTION: A.About the Text: 1.In the background of this text, we have the feast of tabernacles (John 7:37). a.Also called the feast of ingathering (referring to the gathering of crops) or the feast of booths as it was named ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 15, 2010

Jesus has told us in His own words: He is the only true light leading to salvation!

The Light of the World In His Own Words 10/19/08 PM Text: John 8:12 INTRODUCTION: Jesus made an incredible statement to the Jews in response to a discussion about the greatness of Abraham. This is what Jesus said: John 8:58 (NASB) Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Light Of The World

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 30, 2013

The source of our light is found in Jesus Himself.

THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD. John 8:12. On the last day of the feast of Tabernacles some water from the Pool of Siloam had been poured out in the vicinity of the altar in the Temple. Jesus had made His appeal for the spiritually thirsty to come to Him and quench their thirst with living water (John ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

End Of The World Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 23, 2011

Do I truly believe that the end of this world can happen in my lifetime; therefore am I living for God eternal who is my only Righteous judge?

1 Thessalonians 4:16-18 read, For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The End Of The World

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

Lots of misinformation out there about the coming of Christ and the End of the World. But we have the truth right here from the mouth of our Savior and Coming King.

Passage: Matthew 24:29-35 Intro: Now that I am getting older, I am receiving two pieces of mail consistently 1. invitations to join AARP 2. invitations for a free meal if I will listen to retirement investment advice. 3. change is coming, no more working means no more income. SS? 4. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

As The World Turns

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Dec 13, 2011

I want Jesus to turn your life around

ISAIAH 4 : 2 Jesus writes messages and if he doesn’t reveal them, it’s still from the Lord. The carnal man is involved in being the best. Man has taken credit for his wisdom, and stare those down who step up to the plate; and he claims to like the stars that look like those who stepped ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 4:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A World In Travail

Contributed by John Perry on Mar 14, 2011

As we look at the events taking place in the world today it is like reading the words of Jesus in Matthew 24. We are living in exciting days as His return draws near!

Bunbury Sun am 13/03/11 “A world in travail” Intro: In light of recent events I think it is fitting that we take time to look at what the Bible has to say about the world we are living in & all that is taking place. The Bible gives us a pict of the world in which we live. The things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy To The World

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 12, 2018

The birth of Jesus

Joy to the World Without Christ there would be no Christmas This is the day the whole world remembers the birth of Gods gift. Luke 2: 6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. 7 And she brought forth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 1, 2018

Each of us were born with a debilitating condition - spiritual blindness. Regardless of our desire to see, spiritually we were blind to the ways of God. Our only hope was for a miracle. Thankfully, Jesus is the Light of the world.

The Light of the World John 9: 1-11 As a boy Robert Louis Stevenson was intrigued by the work of the old lamplighter who went about with a ladder and a torch, setting the street lights ablaze for the night. One evening in Edinburgh, Scotland, as young Robert stood watching with childish ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of The World

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Nov 24, 2020

Based on the lectionary: 1. Psalm 147:1-20 (Descriptions of the Lord) 2. Jeremiah 31: 1-14 (Proclaim and give praise) 3. John 1: 1-18 (The Light of the World) 4. Ephesians 1: 1-14 (Predestination vs. freewill)

1. He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. (Ps 147: 3) Great is our LORD and abundant in power" (v. 5) The LORD takes pleasure in those who fear (are in awe) of Him (v. 11) He makes peace in your borders. (v. 14) 2. The LORD appeared to him from afar. I ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

A Passing World

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 19, 2021

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time.

A Passing World Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-5, Jonah 3:10, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31. Reflection My dear sisters and brothers, We have a text from the Gospel according to Saint Mark (Mark 1:14-20) for our reflection today: “After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-5, Jonah 3:10, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31

Denomination: Other

Love Not The World

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Jul 30, 2021

It is a curious thing to live IN the world yet not be OF the world.

Love Not the World We are Just Passing Through Down Here We all know that we are not going to be in this world all that much longer. The end is fast approaching and, knowing the signs, no one knows that better than Christians who walk closely with the Lord. Many of us have emailed back and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Charismatic