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  • Jonathan Kruschel avatar

    A Light In The Darkness

    Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Jan 3, 2019
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    This world can often be a very dark place - senseless acts of violence, hatred and abuse - selfishness, greed and anger in our own hearts and lives. A saving Light appears that brings genuine peace and lasting purpose. See how Jesus is a Light in the darkness of this world.

    What do you do when you walk into a dark room? You reach for the light switch, right? For many of us, it’s probably hard to imagine living without that little thing called “the lightbulb” – that little glass bulb that instantly dispels the darkness and brings light. Can you imagine experiencing ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    The Incomprehensible Light

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 21, 2009
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     | 11,500 views

    Jesus Christ is the incomprehensible Light given to remove the veil of darkness that shrouds us fas a result of sin. Let us consider the need for Light, the source of the Light, the reception of the Light, and the disbursement of the Light.

    Introduction: In Luke 1:78-79, concerning the coming of Christ, Zechariah proclaimed, “Because of our God’s merciful compassion, the Dawn from on high will visit us to shine on those who live in darkness and the shadow of death to guide our feet into the way of peace.” Jesus Christ is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called To Be Light Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 26, 2017
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    In the Sermon on the Mount we find Jesus instructing the Disciples on how to conduct themselves as Christian. One of the things Jesus addressed was our relationship with the world. He called us to "Be Light".

    Called to Be Light Lakewood COG | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | 3-26-2017 Matthew 5:14-16 Introduction: Today is a continuation of the Disciples training by Jesus that I like to call “The Christian’s Code of Conduct” - commonly known as “The Sermon on the Mount”. Show slides and ask, “What do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    God Is Light Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 27, 2023
     | 1,554 views

    1st John isn’t a letter, but a poetic sermon sent to churches that were being threatened by hostile people.

    God is Light April 30, 2023 1st John isn’t a letter, but a poetic sermon sent to churches that were being threatened by hostile people. John was writing to a group of believers scattered around Asia who needed encouragement. 1 John 1:5-7 NIV This is the message we have heard from him and declare ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Flowers avatar

    Jesus The Light Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 2, 2006
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     | 5,622 views

    Part 1 of 5-part series, Jesus in Isaiah. 1) Light was predicted; 2) Light arrived; 3) Light came surrounded by darkness; and 4) We have a role today in bringing light to the world.

    Jesus the Light Jesus in Isaiah Isaiah 9:1-7 December 3, 2006 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers Last week we concluded our series on Emotions in the Psalms. I hope that brief series was enough to get you interested in reading the Psalms. Psalms may be more about you than any other book in ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Michael Stover avatar

    Walking In The Light Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Feb 27, 2001
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    If we would be called God’s children, we must walk in the light as He is in the light.

    WALKING IN THE LIGHT 1 John 1:5-10 I. Theological Foundation – Verse 5 “God is Light” A. Purity 1. Light-Darkness / Good-Evil 2. In Scripture, sin, disobedience, immorality and evil are all characterized as darkness B. Truth 1. Light exposes truth and error 2. John 8:12, “Then spake Jesus again ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lights, Camera Action

    Contributed by Coz Von on Dec 20, 2019
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    Being weak in faith and commitment, you doubt the authenticity of your relationship and your salvation What should you do? How do you Hold on to your salvation so that no one will take your crown.

    I have a confession to make: As a teenager I was involved in a very intimate relationship. however, I played around and got into an affair, which led me to experiment with different partners – We had lots of fun. One of My greatest hobbies was photography. during these experiences I took a lot of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Is The Yoke On You? Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 2, 2011
     | 7,868 views

    The walk with the Master requires great effort on our part. However, the load we bear is made easy by the one we serve.

    Robert Kirkpatrick had some good news and some bad news. The good news: he had been extended a written invitation to a dinner with President Bush in Washington, DC. The invite and letter were signed by Vice President Cheney himself. It is not every day you receive an invitation like that. On the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Being Light Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 14, 2023
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    The Beatitudes teach the qualities that God works in the character of Christ's disciples. Then in Matthew 5:13-16 the emphasis turns to the influence Christians are to have in the world around them. The point of our text is that we let our light shine.

    Intro Immediately following the Beatitudes, Jesus uses two metaphors to declare the task given to his followers in the world. Those two metaphors are salt and light. We have examined the first one. Now we want to learn from the second metaphor, light. Our text today is Matt 5:14-16: "You are ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Light Forward

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 30, 2012
     | 2,712 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you frustrated if yuo use a flashlight that lights up backward instead of forward? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to use our light forward so people will see real source of li

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you frustrated if yuo use a flashlight that lights up backward instead of forward? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to use our light forward so people will see real source of light our LORD! IV. TEXT: Exodus 25:37 Then make the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gene Gregory avatar

    The Light Of The World

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Mar 1, 2021
     | 3,541 views

    Next in series on John. Examines Jesus as light in the world and our responsibility to share that light.

    John 8 (2) I Am the Light of the World - Read John 8:12 A number of years ago, Gladys, Drew and I took a trip out west and visited Carlsbad Caverns. We made a number of memories on that trip. That was the trip When Drew and I hiked up the side of a mountain, where I promptly fell into a patch ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    The Great Light

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 23, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,157 views

    Jesus is the light of the world

    The Great light Isaiah 60:1-5 Arise, shine; for your light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon you. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the Lord shall arise upon you, and his glory shall be seen upon you. And the Gentiles shall come ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    The Light Of The World

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on May 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,913 views

    A Children's Sunday sermon focusing on the reality of light and the illusion of darkness.

    Today you’ve noticed that we’ve been talking a lot about light. It’s because that is the theme for the summer program this year but also because the concept of light is so important to the church. Jesus used it as a metaphor to describe to people who He was and it still works ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    Shine As Lights To The World Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 69 ratings
     | 12,902 views

    Live an empowered life, obey with fear and trembling, and have a Christ-like attitude so you can eagerly wait for the day He will find us faithful.

    Shine as Lights to the World Philippians 2:12-16 12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; 13 for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shine The Light!

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 26, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 11,717 views

    A message encouraging us to not just "rail against the darkness" but to be active in bringing the light of God’s Word to society.

    Shine the Light Matthew 5:14-16 October 27, 2002 Introduction You’ve probably noticed that the days are getting shorter. Actually, the days are still the same length. They are 24 hours long, just like they’ve always been. But the darkness is getting longer. Night falls earlier, and the light ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan