Sermons on True Light:

Jesus The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus brings light to the world by revealing the truth about God because he is the Truth of God.

I guess you could say that there have been 2 great quests of the 20th century. Those are the quest for truth and the quest for freedom. The quest for truth in fact goes back to the last century or beyond, to a search for truth through scientific discovery. There was a belief then that we could ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-59

Denomination: Anglican

Being Salt & Light Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 23, 2005

Both salt and light: 1. Are necessary for survival. 2. Have the ability to purify. 3. Must make contact to have an effect.

I love grilling out on a beautiful summer day with the sun shining. My favorite thing is to grill steaks. I like to grill them till they are so tender you can pull them apart with a fork. Then I take roasting ears and dip them into water with the shuck still on; wrap them in foil and let the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

This Little Light Of Mine Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 8, 2003

Those without Christ are called ’darkness’. Christians are called ’light’. We are to shine in their darkness. (#5 in The Christian Victor series)

“And do not participate in the unfruitful deeds of darkness, but instead even expose them; for it is disgraceful even to speak of the things which are done by them in secret. But all things become visible when they are exposed by the light, for everything that becomes visible is light. For this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-14

Denomination: Orthodox

#19: Responding To The Light Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 7, 2020

In Mark 4:21-25 Jesus teaches that how we respond to the light of God’s truth today has consequences for more or less light from God’s Word tomorrow.

#19: Responding to the Light Series: Mark Chuck Sligh June 7, 2020 TEXT: Mark 4:21-25 – “And he said unto them, Is a candle brought to be put under a bushel, or under a bed? and not to be set on a candlestick? 22 For there is nothing hid, which shall not be manifested; neither was any thing kept ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

In The Darkness Shines A Light

Contributed by Steven Davis on Jan 15, 2003

Considering the appearance of the Greeks who ask Philip to "see Jesus," the sermon reflects on this as an Epiphany story, and upon Jesus as the light of the world.

Words are interesting things. Sometimes all you have to do is look at a word and you can figure out within a few seconds what the word means, even if you’ve never seen the word before. “Christmas” is one of those words. Yes, I know we’ve all heard the word, but take a close look at it written ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36, Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Light Of God's Glory Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 28, 2014

This text helps us understand why the real meaning of Christmas still escapes so many people today.

2 CORINTHIANS 4:3-6 [CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT SERVICE] THE LIGHT OF GOD'S GLORY During the Christmas season of 1879, an agnostic REPORTER in Boston saw three little girls standing in front of a store window full of toys. One of them was blind. He heard the other two describing the toys to their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

"You Go Be Light"

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 25, 2001

For us to be an effective dark destroying light for Christ requires that we do at least for things.

“you GO be LIGHT!” Last Sunday was without a doubt one of the most powerful times we have had in this building… God’s power, Spirit, presence and comfort were here in a mighty way…AND when Marie came up second service and said – “I’m ready to be baptized..” - well what more can we say… except, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Called To Be A Light To The Gentiles

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

This is the second of four servant songs about the Messiah. This servant song resembles a mission that has both pros and cons. Every mission has an objective with agents for accomplishing the goal of that mission.

CALLED TO BE THE LIGHT FOR THE GENTILES Text: Isaiah 49:1 – 7 This is the second of four servant songs about the Messiah. This servant song resembles a mission that has both pros and cons. Every mission has an objective with agents for accomplishing the goal of that mission. It is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Light In The Spiritual Darkness Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 8, 2018

Our Lord forever is pouring out on us His grace and goodness so that we will learn to do the same thing for Him and for other people.

Feast of St. Lucy 2018 The constant temptation human beings face is to turn God’s intention for man upside down. Instead of us following the plan to be remade into God’s image, we are constantly trying the impossible. We attempt to remake God in our own image–venal and selfish and cruel and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:11-15, Isaiah 41:13-20

Denomination: Catholic

Living In Light Of Eternity Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 9, 2017

Let’s live like we’re dying…because we are. But let’s also live like we’re going to live forever…because we will…either in heaven or in hell.

Living in Light of Eternity Mark 12:18-27 October 7-8, 2017 Rev. Brian Bill As we consider the massacre that took place in Las Vegas this past week, many emotions rise to the surface and numerous questions remain unanswered. Here are some that come to mind. • It bothers us that a motive for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Lamps Without Light

Contributed by James May on Sep 8, 2001

Christians are to be the light set on a hill that show forth the love of God to the lost. We must learn from Eli, Hophni and Phineas how not to lose that light.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-3, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus, The Light Of The World

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To show that JESUS within us must be reflected to remove darkness from the world.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you reflecting the light? Yes, as JESUS was in the world so I am (because the Great I am lives within me) Colossians 1:27 (Amplified Bible) 1:27 To whom God was pleased to make known how great for the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ within ...read more

Scripture: John 9:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus, The Light Of The World

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To show that JESUS within us must be reflected to remove darkness from the world.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you reflecting the light? Yes, as JESUS was in the world so I am (because the Great I am lives within me) Colossians 1:27 (Amplified Bible) 1:27 To whom God was pleased to make known how great for the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ within ...read more

Scripture: John 9:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus: Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Jul 30, 2007

This message is the second in the "I AM" series that focuses on knowing Jesus. It focuses on Jesus’ statement, "I am the light of the world" and our desperate need for this light to shine on our darkness-filled lives.

“I AM: The Jesus We Think We Know” Part 2 – Light of the World NewSong Church – 07/29/07 To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE, NOT THE FULL MANUSCRIPT. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO ...read more

Denomination: *other

Out Of The Darkness And Into The Light

Contributed by Joe Harding on Dec 22, 2003

IN JESUS WE MOVE FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT

OUT OF THE DARKNESS AND INTO THE LIGHT ISAIAH 9: 1-7 SUNDAY PM DECEMBER 21, 2003 INTRODUCTION: WHOEVER STARTED THIS WHOLE CHRISTMAS THING…(E-mail) TRANSITION THOUGHT: Christmas is not always a time of light. For many it is a time of darkness. Before Jesus came there was definite darkness. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist