Sermons on The Light Of The World:

... In The Heart

Contributed by Paul Richard on Jun 22, 2020

The heart of man is the meeting point of the forces to slog it out and man struggles to hold back the forces from the dark world but the Grace of God is sufficient to renew the attacked heart.

I. It is a fact that the heart is the source of power. In medical perspective, it is the pumping station of blood to the body/flesh. The power is in the blood and in the blood is life (Leviticus 17:11). And the scripture describes the heart as place that accommodate the issues of life (Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:14-15, Luke 6:45

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Muslim Maze, Pt. 1

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Nov 29, 2004

Learn the truth about the maze of Muslim theology. This series will properly prepare anyone to discern Islam’s errors.

“The Muslim Maze”, Pt. 1 Galatians 1:6-9 This study is not an attack on the Muslim, but a way to address the maze that a Muslim is put into once he or she submits to Muhammad’s so called revelations! We will expose their system of belief and unravel the tangled web that makes up Islam! To Begin ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens To The Jews? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

Have you ever wondered whether the Jews are still God’s people? Has He rejected them after they rejected His Son Jesus? Have you ever wanted to reach out to a Jewish friend with the gospel? Study Romans 11 to get answers!

For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Here’s a question – if our faith is based on the teachings and actions of Jesus Christ – why do we have the Old Testament? I mean, isn’t it just a bunch of laws and prophecies of destruction focused on the nation of Israel? Didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-36

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Arise, Shine For Your Light Has Come Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 15, 2014

Jesus came to bring the fulfilment of this prophecy of Isaiah 60 & 61. He’s the one who brings light into the world. He’s the one who brings liberty and forgiveness and true freedom.

We come today to the end of our series on Isaiah and to the climax of the book. Here we find God’s salvation brought to its culmination. God has come to dwell with his people; and the whole world is drawn to him to receive the salvation he offers. It’s as though Isaiah sees a vision ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Place For Us-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 7, 2010

Part 2 of 5. The beginnings of the heavens & the earth were handed down in God’s word. Man must be aware the scenario that surrounds the founding of his world. How can we find our place in the world? The place for us is found in the...

The PLACE for US-II—Genesis 1:1-10 Attention/Need: Mankind without God, is plagued by... Loneliness(Relationships—personal, business) Hopelessness(Purpose; Direction; Meaning; Joy; etc. Insecurities-Losses(Job; Financial; Health—threat of cancer, disease, catastrophic illness; Weather; Stability; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Is The Only Way To Salvation.

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jul 14, 2003

In our modern culture, the way of salvation is under challenge within and without the church. This sermon addresses this important issue.

Why Jesus is the only Way to salvation. In our post modern culture, the question frequently arises, “Why do you say Jesus is the only way?” or “Who are you to say Jesus is the only way?” We can expect the culture to ask questions like this, but in the last few years the Christian church itself has ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:10-12, 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Poking Holes In The Darkness / Salt & Light

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jan 31, 2017

A Secret discipleship does not exist in God's kingdom. Either secrecy destroys discipleship, or discipleship destroys secrecy. Salt in a shaker or a light hidden makes no impact. You are called to poke holes in the darkness. (5 additional illustrations) Updated February 2023.

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message. Today's assigned readings are: Isaiah 58:1-12; Psalm 112:1-10; 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 and Matthew 5:13-20. A quiet forest dweller ... lived in the mountains ... high above ... a Swiss village ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20, Mark 9:50, Luke 14:34

Denomination: Anglican

The True Islam

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 28, 2007

An exploration of the true nature of Islam by looking at what is actually taught within the Scriptures of Islam - the Quoran. Islam is a dangerous religion both in what it teaches as its doctrines and in the activities it promotes towards non-Muslims.

On the morning of Tuesday, September 11, 2001 nineteen men affiliated with al-Qaeda hijacked four commercial airliners in the New York region. Two of the airliners were flown into the World Trade Center, one was flown into the Pentagon, and the fourth crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are Latter Day Saints Really Saints? Series

Contributed by Mark Jackson on Jul 26, 2002

This sermon will help you to understand the distinctive doctrines that separate Mormons fron Christians and why Latter Day Saints are a cult.

Are Latter Day Saints Really Saints? Officially known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mormonism was founded by Joseph Smith Jr. in 1830. Their headquarters is in Salt Lake City, Utah – a state that is now 70% Mormon. They claim to now have over 11 million members worldwide, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Judaism Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 3, 2004

This is Part 5 of the series on World relgions--a series inspired by Adma Hamilton, Church of the Resurrection, Leawood, KS.

(some web sites that I consulted are listed in the body of the text) Genesis 12:1-3, 15:5-6 Now the LORD said to Abram, “Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you, and make your name ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis 15:5-6

Denomination: Methodist

Taking The Mystery Out Of Muslims Series

Contributed by Mark Jackson on Aug 6, 2002

In this sermon you will learn about the beginning of Islam, the Prophet Muhammad, what Muslims believe and how it compares to the BIble.

Taking The Mystery Out Of Muslims Since September 11, 2001 all of us have become very aware of the world religion called Islam. Words like jihad, ayatollah, martyr, and Allah are commonly heard on TV, radio and talked about in American households. The question is, “Who are the Muslims?” The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bear Fruit And Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Nov 19, 2015

As we grow, as we learn the world around us and experience life in its manifold facets, we are expected to produce fruit of the highest quality - fruit that will resemble our Creator, fruit that Christ expects from us.

BEAR FRUIT AND LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE Each of us is planted as a seed of highest quality – created in the very image of God – created by God. As we grow, as we take root in this soil, learn the world around us and experience life in its manifold facets, we are expected to produce fruit ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Changing Our World

Contributed by Steven Boyns on Apr 23, 2005

You and I were placed (on this Earth; in this country; in this state; in this city; in our neighborhood; on our street) in order to “Change The World For Christ”.

A few years ago, General Colin Powell, the former Armed Services Chairman of the Joints-Chief-of-Staff, was making a public speech to a packed audience of listeners. During the midst of his speech, which happened to be on the topic of “Race Relations in America,” an overzealous gay rights advocate ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Parables Reveal About You

Contributed by Dean Shriver on Jun 1, 2006

In the Bible Jesus says, “I came to seek and to save what was lost.” Jesus came to proclaim good news to the captives. Jesus came to reveal the truth about God. Jesus came to be light in a dark world. But what if I told you that it’s not quite as simp

September 12, 2004 WHAT PARABLES REVEAL ABOUT YOU Matthew 13:1-23 In the Bible Jesus says, “I came to seek and to save what was lost.” Jesus came to proclaim good news to the captives. Jesus came to reveal the truth about God. Jesus came to be light in a dark world. But what if I told you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Lighthouse

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 22, 2000

Christians must be Salt and Light in the World.

The Lighthouse Matthew 5:13-16 "You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how will it be made salty again? It is good for nothing anymore, except to be thrown out and trampled under foot by men. [14] You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist