Sermons on Synonyms:

Costly Assumption Series

Contributed by Isaiah Banjo on Oct 12, 2020

There is a popular saying that “Assumption can be costly”. This saying is a wise saying and it is correct. God does not want us to have assumptions but rather have faith.

TOPIC: COSTLY ASSUMPTION TEXT: 2 CHRONICLES 2: 1-10 emphasis verse 8 Introduction: There is a popular saying that “Assumption can be costly”. This saying is a wise saying and it is correct. God does not want us to have assumptions but rather have faith. Faith is having an assurance that God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 2:1-10, Psalm 139:23, Galatians 6:4, Proverbs 5:21, Lamentations 3:28, James 1:22, Matthew 5:23, 2 Corinthians 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You Love Me?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 29, 2022

To what extent are we willing to love Christ Jesus/

Do You Love Me? John 21: 1 - 19 Intro: It is believed that the gospel of John originally ended with Chapter 20. Scholars believe this because of differences in language and sentence structure. VSS 15 – 19 are viewed as an epilogue to the story. These verses bring everything to a close and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Word Of God, And A Heart For God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 6, 2021

This is an abbreviated version of my earlier sermon on the whole Psalm, which was entitled 'A Heart for God'.

THE WORD OF GOD, AND A HEART FOR GOD. Psalm 19:7-14. Creation, general revelation, does not stand alone in its testimony to God. The LORD God has entered into a covenant relationship with mankind, and spoken to us Himself. This ‘special revelation’ is explored in the second main section of this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Worship Leader

Contributed by Bob Cook on Aug 15, 2005

This is a message written to believers about what worship really is. It is not an event but a lifestyle.

Being a Worship Leader • Last week Pastor Scott spoke about giving thanks and how not to be swayed by circumstances. • A direct result of being grateful or thankful is an attitude of adoration, love, or reverence. • These are all synonyms for worship. • I am not going to tell you how to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can The Young Cleanse Their Way

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 28, 2006

The overriding theme in the 119th Psalm is law: obedience to it, loving it, meditating upon it, rejoicing in it, etc. And, this is the message that is given to the young in Psa. 119:9-16.

How Can the Young Cleanse Their Way? Theme: Ways to cleanse/keep our young pure. Psa. 119:9 INTRODUCTION A. Of the many examples displaying a zeal for God, a great majority are found among the young. 1. Joseph, David, Josiah, etc. 2. Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, etc. 3. Timothy, Titus, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sound Of Chaos Series

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 29, 2009

The enemy loves to stir up and cause chaos in an attempt to get us off track. Imagine the chaos at the trial of Jesus.

“Chaos” = complete disorder and confusion Synonyms – disorganization, mayhem, pandemonium, havoc, turmoil, commotion, disruption, mess, lawlessness Everyone who sins breaks the law; in fact, sin is lawlessness. 1 John 3:4 The enemy delights in bringing chaos and confusion to our lives. Our God ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Habakkuk Part 1 Series

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Apr 26, 2012

A look at God's hand on the paddle; those He loves He chastens.

Habakkuk Part 1 I. Background A. The Man 1. Not much documented facts concerning Habakkuk. 2. His name means “embrace” or “ardent embrace” a. Appropriate in light of 3:16. b. Habakkuk determines to hold on to God even in punishment. c. He embraces ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Justification, Sanctification, And Salvation

Contributed by Rodney Langley on Apr 16, 2010

Defining and explaining the difference between justification, sanctification, and salvation. Recognizing that all three are possible because of Jesus’ death on the cross.

JUSTIFICATION, SANCTIFICATION, AND SALVATION by Rodney Langley INTRODUCTION We hear these terms a lot in our studies of the Bible. We kind of know what they are talking about, but what exactly do these terms mean and how do they affect me? Tonight, we’ll examine each of these terms and look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Type Of Life That Is Worthy Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST SHOULD INSPIRE LOYAL SOLIDARITY (TRUE UNITY) AND SUPERNATURAL CALM AS WE STRIVE TOGETHER TO FURTHER THE GOSPEL (WHILE ACCEPTING THE INEVITABILITY OF PERSECUTION)

BIG IDEA: THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST SHOULD INSPIRE LOYAL SOLIDARITY (TRUE UNITY) AND SUPERNATURAL CALM AS WE STRIVE TOGETHER TO FURTHER THE GOSPEL (WHILE ACCEPTING THE INEVITABILITY OF PERSECUTION) I. (1:27a) THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST SHOULD BE THE INSPIRATION FOR OUR LIFESTYLE A. General Exhortation ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"dont Give Up"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 22, 2019

Jesus reminds us to never give up be persistent.

Don’t Give Up Luke 18:1-8 1. In Luke 18, Jesus tells the story of an widow who refuses to give up. • She approaches a judge again and again, asking him to grant her justice against her opponent. This poor soul had several things working against her, when came to court of law. • 1.) She was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Storms Of Life Series

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on May 5, 2013

First sermon in a series of stress and anxiety.

The Stress Storms of Life: Today we will begin a series on stress and how to reduce it from our lives. First, it needs to be understood that stress and anxiety are synonymous term – meaning they can be used interchangeably. The Bible teaches that stress/anxiety is a choice – we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:15-21

Denomination: Friends

Contending For The Faith

Contributed by Don Campbell on May 8, 2023

Jude exhorts us "to contend for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints." A falure to clearly identify "the faith" has resulted in the proliferation of denominations and sects because divisions arose of opinions on matters of expediency.

CONTENDING FOR THE FAITH “Beloved, although I was very eager to write to you about our common salvation, I found it necessary to write appealing to you to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude v.3) INTRODUCTION A. Many speakers and writers became fixated on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-30, 2 Peter 2:17-22, 1 Peter 2:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Struggling

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 11, 2023

Christ Jesus will share our burdens and help us carry the loads of life.

Struggling – Matthew 11: 16- 30 Intro: Have you ever tried to tighten a screw with one of these (a butter knife)? It can be done; but, it is much easier to do it with the right one of these (a screw driver – 2 types: regular and fillips). It is even easier with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Do You Know You Are In The Light?

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jan 12, 2025

Song: I have the light of God in me /2x; I have the spirit of the Son of God; I have the light of God in me. This is one of the choruses we sing as Christians. Let us think through this song and measure ourselves against the scale of the word of God.

Song: I have the light of God in me /2x I have the spirit of the Son of God I have the light of God in me. This is one of the choruses we sing as Christians. Let us think through this song and measure ourselves against the scale of the word of God. Let us read 1 John 2:7-11 which says, “Brethren, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:9-11, 1 John 3:15, Leviticus 19:17, Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Weeds.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 11, 2024

There is no separating out until the harvest.

THE PARABLE OF THE WEEDS. Matthew 13:24-30. The interpretation of the parable of the wheat and the tares (MATTHEW 13:24-30) should not be a matter of contention, as Jesus Himself gives the interpretation in Matthew 13:36-43. MATTHEW 13:24. “The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a man which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational