SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Apply:

showing 811-825 of 35,739
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • GUY GLASS avatar

    Belief Is More Than Good History

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 3, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,569 views

    . Belief is defined as, “a personal relationship established by trust.” When applied specifically to Christ, we are talking about that moment when Christ became more than a historical figure.

    BELIEF IS MORE THAN GOOD HISTORY 1 John 5:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Nearly everyone has made makes, or will make a claim to believe in God. There is a saying that says, “There are no atheists in foxholes.” People’s beliefs and ideas differ. Quickly think across the world at the different beliefs and ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • C Jordan avatar

    Relentless: Playing To Win

    Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 25, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,103 views

    Michael Jordan said: “I play to win. And I will not let anything get in the way of me and my competitive enthusiasm to win.” How does this philosophy apply to our Christian lives?

    RELENTLESS - PLAYING TO WIN (Consumed Youth Conference in Courtenay, BC) INTRO TO SPEAKER: Director of the Revolution Master’s Commission, youth pastor for the past 14 years, married with 4 children. ILLUSTRATION: How many of you have heard of Michael Jordan? · He led his team to 6 NBA ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: *other

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    In Faith, Unity Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2007
    based on 79 ratings
     | 16,302 views

    Several 100 yrs ago, Augustine said "In faith unity. In doubtful things, liberty. In all things love". How can we apply that concept to our mission as a church?

    OPEN: There’s a Methodist minister named J. Gordon Melton who has an interesting hobby. He collects lists of church denominations in the United States... and his research has revealed there are 1517 different recognized denominations in USA. He includes all kinds of groups, including cults such as ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Greg Warren avatar

    The People Who Missed Christmas

    Contributed by Greg Warren on Dec 13, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 14,827 views

    Discusses the Biblical people who missed the miracle of the first Christmas and applies these principles to how people miss Christmas’ true maning today. Illustrations from Sermon Central contributers are incorporated.

    Have you ever missed a great opportunity? The story is told of a small resort area along the east coast that was having an open town meeting concerning some financial problems they were facing. Among the two dozen or so people was one man no one seemed to know who was apparently visiting the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stephen Becker avatar

    The Reformation...today

    Contributed by Stephen Becker on Nov 25, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,727 views

    Looking at Galatians, how it impacted Luther and how Paul’s message continue to apply to Christians today, regarding our lives, our values and our freedom (from sin) in Christ.

    “The Reformation…Today” Galatians 5:1-6 Reformation Sunday, October 29, 2006 Stephen Becker St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (1) For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. (2) Look: I, Paul, say to you that if you accept circumcision, ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Lutheran

  • VICTORIA OLADIPUPO avatar

    Wedding Day Advice To Couple

    Contributed by Victoria Oladipupo on Dec 4, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 50,744 views

    Many couples use a lot of time and months to plan their wedding day but they never take time to plan their marriage. A quick advice that will keep couple together forever if they apply and live it daily.

    Wedding advice to the couple – Mark 10: 7 - 9 Today is a significant day. It is a defining moment. It is one of the most defining days of your entire life. But as significant as today is, it is just the beginning of your marriage. Mark 10: 7 - 9 This is a new beginning in your life. As you are ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry McKee avatar

    David & Goliath: Facing Your Giants Series

    Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Dec 16, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,034 views

    We all have giants that we must face. We can learn how David faced his giant and apply some great Biblical principles to our own lives.

    DAVID AND GOLIATH I Samuel 17:1-9, 17-53 I. Background – vs. 1-7 a. War – (Israel vs. Philistines) i. Philistines attempted to enter Israel through the Elah Valley ii. Assembled for battle between Shochoh and Azekah b. Goliath i. Height – 9’ 9” ii. His armor 1. Brass helmet – vs. ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: *other

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    The New Deal Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 23, 2009
     | 4,234 views

    Regenerate believers since the time of Jesus – including most of us -- have begun to experience the New Covenant, the nation of Israel will experience the New Covenant in the future, and these realities need to be clarified and applied.

    The New Deal (Jeremiah 31:31-37) 1. Our country and our churches are not in the best of shape. It is easy to become negative or cynical, but we need to remember that things could be worse, much worse. 2. When God’s people are not taking Him seriously, it can be confusing. But the truth is that ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Eliseo Tibio avatar

    Four Important Questions In Life

    Contributed by Eliseo Tibio on Aug 14, 2013
     | 5,701 views

    WHAT IS THE ACRONYM OF S H A P E S – SPIRITUAL GIFTS H – HEART A – APPLYING YOUR ABILITIES P – PERSONALITY E – EXPERIENCE

    TOPIC: FOUR IMPORTANT QUESTIONS IN LIFE TEXT: Jeremiah 29:11 -14 INTRODUCTION: I. WHY ARE YOU HERE? A. You are not an accident. Psalm 138: 8 ; Psalm 139:15,16 B. You have been conceived in the mind of God. C. God has a plan for you. Jeremiah 29:11 ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Larry Turner avatar

    Understanding Peace Beyond Understanding Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 29, 2013
     | 8,633 views

    Peace is something we all desire but sometimes have difficulty finding. This sermon unwraps the gift of peace that Jesus left with us so that we can apply this peace to our lives.

    As most of you have seen I was featured in the Lincoln Times this week. My picture was on the front page carrying two bags of apples. Debbie and I attended the Apple Festival in Lincolnton on Saturday. The news photographer snapped a picture of me with my two 10 lb. bags of apples and asked for ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Paul Barreca avatar

    Everlasting Father - The Promises Of Jesus For Now And Forever Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 18, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,049 views

    In times of trouble, IS THERE a FUTURE? Can things ever be restored? The answer is found in knowing that Jesus promised us more than applies just to this life. The promises of Christ are both for NOW and FOREVER.

    In times of trouble, IS THERE a FUTURE? Can things ever be restored? Two weeks ago, my wife’s cousin told about a tragedy that occurred in Lancaster County. Her friend, Marilyn Martin and her husband Mark have ten children. Their twin boys, Kyle and Jordan, along with their 9 year old sister ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Stephen Belokur avatar

    The Dangers Of Biblical Ignorance

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 20, 2018
     | 9,515 views

    We live in a Biblically ignorant society. In many churches the Bible is only given lip service but no serious merit. Knowledge of the Word of God and how it is applied is a matter of eternal life and death.

    If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Matthew 6:31-33 “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. “But ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    The Proof Of Zacchaeus' Salvation

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 21, 2022
     | 2,142 views

    A Christian man was making plans to leave the country. He went to apply for a passport, and he was told that before he could receive a passport he had to produce evidence of his birth.

    He was stunned when the woman looked at him and asked him to do such a thing. He asked, "My standing before you is not evidence that I have been born?" She said, "No, you will have to bring your birth certificate or something comparable to a birth certificate to show proof of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    The Blessings Of Abraham

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 13, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,770 views

    This message looks at the blessings extended to those who serve and obey they Lord, which apply to individuals and nations. Blessed are the individuals who walk in the faith of Abraham, and blessed is the nation that stands with Israel.

    In May of 2021, as a result of the Israel-Hamas Conflict, representatives from the far left group known as “The Squad,” tried to denounce our closest ally Israel, calling it an “apartheid state,” which means a racist state. Within days, the same anti-Israel sentiment spilled into several major ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    Remembering The Holy Innocents Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 17, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,370 views

    This Bible passage, about the “Massacre of the Innocents,” can be applied to abortion. This message shares some insights into the driving force behind the killing of babies, and speaks of what can be done to stop it.

    I’ve entitled our message this morning, “Remembering the Holy Innocents.” “In the New Testament, the ‘Massacre of the Innocents’ is the incident in the nativity narrative . . . in which Herod the Great, king of Judea, orders the execution of all male children two years old and under in the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist