Sermons on Dictionary:

Salt Of The Earth

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Apr 29, 2020

The phrase "salt of the earth" has become a commonly used expression in our society. The dictionary defines it as used in reference to "a very good and honest person or group," but that doesn't begin to do justice to what Jesus had in mind in this teaching.

“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled by men.” (Matthew 5:13) Salt today has become such a commonplace part of our lives, available in every home or restaurant, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

A Clear Conscience

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 15, 2022

Webster’s Dictionary defines the conscience as “an inner feeling or voice viewed as acting as a guide to the rightness or wrongness of one’s behavior.” The conscience is something God has given every person--an alarm that sounds inside you, which often leads to feelings of guilt or shame.

Three Kinds of Conscience: 1. A Clear Conscience — the alarm is working properly Acts 23:1, “And Paul, earnestly beholding the council, said, Men and brethren, I have lived in all good conscience before God until this day.” Acts 24:16, “And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

23 Psalm Part Ii "I Shall Not Be In Want" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 2, 2011

“I Shall Not Be In Want”. Now this is a topic that we could write books on. Wants and needs or needs and wants. A lot of times we get confused what our real needs are compared to our wants. Let’s look at the definition of both as defined by Dictionary.com

“I Shall Not Be In Want”. Now this is a topic that we could write books on. Wants and needs or needs and wants. A lot of times we get confused what our real needs are compared to our wants. Let’s look at the definition of both as defined by Dictionary.com Want - to wish, need, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Divine Strategy

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Aug 19, 2013

In order to be truly successful, you must not only know where you want to go, but how you want to get there. In other words, you must not only have a goal, but a plan to reach that goal. You might call that plan a strategy. Strategy comes before success, both in the dictionary and in life.

Divine Strategy Mark 3:7-19 7 Jesus withdrew to the sea with His disciples; and a great multitude from Galilee followed; and also from Judea, 8 and from Jerusalem, and from Idumea, and beyond the Jordan, and the vicinity of Tyre and Sidon, a great number of people heard of all that He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Betrayal At Hypocrisy Headquarters Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

If you’ve ever felt the sting of betrayal (if you haven’t, don’t worry… you will)… it’s much more than just a word out of the dictionary. It is a word that communicates pain, rejection and deep hurt.As we move into the last week of Jesus’ life on earth

Betrayal At Hypocrisy Headquarters Series: Final Days at Planet Earth March 7, 2010 Betrayal is defined as: “to harm or be disloyal to a country or another person by helping an enemy or giving information that is confidential; to deliver somebody or something to an enemy. To act in a way ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Born To Be A Better Savior Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2022

Jesus was born to be our savior. But what does that mean, and what difference can that make in our lives?

There was a Christian who gave a Bible to somebody who was going through a rough time. Their life had been one disaster after the other, but in all that time there was never really made an effort to follow Jesus. So, as this Christian gave a Bible to the man… he encouraged him to read it, and he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:22-27, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wonder Of Jesus’ Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 24, 2013

Jesus shed His blood several times during the last 24 hours of His life. And there is a powerful story to be found in blood and water that came from Jesus’ side. Do you know what that story is? And do you know what it can mean to your life?

In Oklahoma, someone saw this poster promoting a Red Cross blood drive: "I gave my blood. Christ gave his. I give a pint. He gave all. The needle is small, sharp. The nails were large, dull. The table soft, restful. The cross rough, painful. The nurses ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Supernatural Truth Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 28, 2024

Demons and Angels - are they real? And if they are, what significance do they play in our lives as Christians?

The US Library of Congress has a list of about 27 categories of Supernatural beings (https://www.loc.gov/pictures/item/tgm010399/) and the list included Centaurs Fairies, Ghosts, Ghouls, Mermaids, Monsters, Vampires, Werewolves, and so on. And on that page (where they list all these creatures) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Study The Bible (2)

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 28, 2002

Many people are not studying the Bible because they don’t know how! This outline offers some guidelines. This is essentially the same as How To Study The Bile but goes into a little more depth.

How To Study The Bible Guidelines Introduction "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15) There are many who do not study God’s word because they don’t know how. This lesson offers a few brief ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Science Of Addition

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 6, 2006

The focus of this meesage is to "spur on" the believer to a life of dedication, desire, and discipleship.

1 Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: 2 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. 3 His divine power has given us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Three Sins Of A Wife

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 12, 2018

To show the three sins that wives are liable to commit, they are the following: (a) wives tend to disagree with their husbands, (b) wives tend to quarrel with their husband, and (c) wives tend to find fault with their husband, thus, scolding their husband

I. EXORDIUM: Is you wife a disagreeing, quarrelsome and scolding wife? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the three sins that wives are liable to commit, they are the following: (a) wives tend to disagree with their husbands, (b) wives tend to quarrel with ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

A New Year’s Grounded Ministry Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 26, 2020

After Jesus was born in a stable – the Bible holds truth which we can live by so we may enjoy a grounded ministry for our work in the Lord.

A New Year’s Grounded Ministry Catching the Truths to the Magi’s Gifts and Their Testimony A look at the Bible in regard to the period after the birth of Jesus Christ, I see a time which shows the importance of providing for and protecting the Lord’s work. The Bible says, “After Jesus was born ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hypocrites!

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 10, 2019

Considering, hypocrisy is noticed by people who live in this world, a lifestyle which breaks God’s heart, offends Jesus and causes God’s enemies to find contempt in His work, it is a necessity we understand what the Bible says is hypocrisy.

Hypocrites! A Short Biblical Look at Hypocrisy One reason why non-Christians do not attend church is hypocrisy. There is a phrase often spoken of the people of God, by those who are at odds with God’s truth, “Hypocrites!” Hypocrisy has been addresses by Jesus, always in negative terms. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finish Line Faith

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Nov 6, 2009

The key to living successfully as a Christian is found in maintaining a constant daily, basic spiritual routine

FINISH LINE FAITH Text: Philippians 3:13, 14; Isaiah 43:2 Introduction: "Philippians 3:13 3:13 one thing I do. "This one thing I do" is only one word in the Greek, succinctly expressing single-minded concentration and determination. Philippians 3:14 3:14 press toward. "Press toward" is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Sep 29, 2003

A study of joy vs. happiness and the scriptural support that joy is not subject to emotions or external stimuli.

Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee Scripture Ref: Psalm 71:23 Romans 15:13 Ecclesiastes 2:10-11, 7:6, 11:9 John 15:10-11, 16:24, 17:13 Proverbs 14:13 Psalm 16:8-11 Job 20:5 Acts 2:28 Other Ref: Webster’s Ninth New Collegiate Dictionary Webster’s 1828 Dictionary New Bible Dictionary, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:23