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

Sermons on Biblical Motivation:

showing 3,541-3,555 of 61,032
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
  • Geoff Baggett avatar

    Finish Line 5: Hanging On Through Life's Turns Series

    Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,062 views

    This is the fifth message in my NASAR-themed "Finish Line" series, focusing upon a biblical pattern for dealing with stress in life. (05-08-05)

    Hanging on Through Life’s Turns Philippians 4:4-9 **Special Note – I utilized Pastor Paul Fritz’s sermon entitled Paul’s Eight Point Stress Reduction Plan - Phil. 4:4-8 from sermoncentral.com. I adapted his study and many of his main points to my NASCAR themed message. I am very grateful to his ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Thiessen avatar

    Homosexual Marriage Series

    Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jul 25, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,745 views

    Starting with a Biblical definition of sexuality this message argues for how Christians ought to think about homosexuality in general and the current push to legalize homosexual marriage.

    SE101704 STOP THE WORLD 3. Gay Marriage There was a sexual revolution after the 1960’s and these days, we’re in the midst of another. Time Magazine has called it the “Homosexual Revolution.” They say this revolution is changing the way we see our most basic institutions: church, schools, ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Larry Thompson avatar

    One Is The Loneliest Number Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Sep 9, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,019 views

    What does the Bible say about loneliness? What are key biblical principles that I should apply to develop meaningful friendships in my life?

    DEALING WITH OUR EMOTIONS – PART FOUR “ONE IS THE LONELIEST NUMBER!” GENESIS 1:26 ©LARRY L THOMPSON (2003) Introduction: Today’s Emotion Quotient tackles the feeling of loneliness. Loneliness is an emotional condition few people will admit to in polite conversation. The reason is that we think ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gordon Norman avatar

    Can Israel Survive In A Hostile World?

    Contributed by Gordon Norman on May 8, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 7,046 views

    This sermon gives biblical & historical insight into the right & assurance of Israel’s existence & challenges the church to raise its voice in support of the Jewish people.

    “Can Israel Survive In A Hostile World?” (Ezekiel 37:1-14) Preached April 14th 2002 For the last 18 months we have all watched the turbulent events in the Middle East. We’ve witnessed the aguish resulting from the shootings, the suicide bombings & in the last couple of weeks we’ve seen the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Bobby Daniel avatar

    What Can You Give? Series

    Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Dec 20, 2008
     | 3,646 views

    2nd sermon in my 2008 Christmas series, looking at Christmas through point of view of Biblical characters, another attempt at a topical sermon.

    Christmas Through Their Eyes Series “What Can You Give” Matthew 1:18-23, Luke 2:1-7 Intro: For me, one of the most intriguing characters in the Gospel accounts is Joseph. You would think for someone who had such an influential role in the life of the Savior, more would be written about him…but ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Daniel avatar

    Just What I Wanted! Series

    Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Dec 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,044 views

    3rd sermon from 2008 Christmas series where we look at Christmas through point of view of Biblical characters, this is Simeon’s.

    “Just What I Wanted” Christmas Through Their Eyes Series Luke 2:21-38 Intro: What is the perfect gift in your eyes? For many, it usually it is something you really, really want. Maybe that new TV, or a new car. Perhaps it might be a long awaited trip or just a quiet evening alone. Whatever the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Douglas Kinney avatar

    Putting Women In Their Place In Church

    Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Dec 27, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,907 views

    What is the real role of women in the church? For those who insist that a women, "must be silent in church," you need to look at biblical church history.

    I Corinthians 14:34-36 Wives must not disrupt worship, talking when they should be listening, asking questions that could more appropriately be asked of their husbands at home. God’s Book of the law guides our manners and customs here. Wives have no license to use the time of worship for ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Justification By Faith Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 16, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,218 views

    We see 1) what true biblical faith does, 2) what works cannot do. and 3) Positive Hope in Jesus Christ

    In the final days of US President Bush’s term of office, he has been trying to reconcile warning factions in the Middle East. Conflict between the Israelites and their neighbors has been hostile from their first existence. Many negotiators and presidents before them have tried and failed to broker ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Other

  • Timothy Smith avatar

    The Foundation: Blessing Your Child Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on May 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,363 views

    #2 in a six week series on marriage and parenting. This message begins the parenting portion of the series by discussing the concept of giving a Biblical blessing to your child.

    THE FOUNDATION: BLESSING YOUR CHILD Home Improvement - Week 2 GENESIS 27:1-38 INTRODUCTION: Like so many things in life, balance is needed in parenting. We balance physical activity and intellectual pursuits. We balance giving our children what they want and what they need. But probably the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Kenton Beshore avatar

    Risk It

    Contributed by Kenton Beshore on May 9, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,235 views

    A message encouraging young leaders to step out in faith and risk, including biblical instruction and advice from 1 Timothy 4:10-16

    Kenton Beshore is Executive Producer of the small group curriculum Liquid, a new revolutionary video-based resource for small groups and church-wide campaigns. Visit www.experienceliquid.com to learn more. _____________________________________ RISK IT 1 Timothy 4:10-16 All of us have moments in ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Interpretation, Jesus Mission: Puppy Chow

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 8, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,997 views

    Some quick hints for sound biblical interpretation. Also, discussion about Jesus’ earthly ministry being to Israel first and everyone else second.

    A Christian couple from the south decide that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go inside. "How do you know they’re Christian puppies?" "Watch," says the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Austin Mansfield avatar

    National Day Of Prayer

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 3, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,798 views

    The Prayer of Holy Faith Anglican Church celebrating the National Day of Prayer stems from the biblical passage of 2 Chronicles 7:11-16

    National Day of Prayer Meeting - 070503 The Prayer of Holy Faith Anglican Church tonight stems from the biblical passage of 2 Chronicles 7:11-16 When Solomon had finished the temple of the LORD and the royal palace, and had succeeded in carrying out all he had in mind to do in the temple of the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Stephen Schwambach avatar

    The Power Of Doing Good Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwambach on Jun 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,037 views

    We’re jealous of the wrong people...we want to be the wrong people...this message helps us all get some Biblical perspective

    THE POWER OF DOING GOOD Week 4 of “Living Beyond Myself” BTCC SUMMIT/EDGE – October 9, 2005 Notes… Going to describe 2 famous women – • When guess name – tell person next to you First woman: • Born August 26, 1910, in Macedonia. • Youngest of 2 sisters, had 1 brother. • Father: wealthy ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jimmy Dillon avatar

    Why Did God Allow Sept 11, 2001?

    Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Sep 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,348 views

    This sermon was preached shortly after the terrorist attack on Sept 11, 2001. It looks at the biblical perspective of why God may have allowed this to happen.

    "Why did God Allow Sept 11, 2001 to happen to America?’ Various Scripture - Pray - Terrible tragedy on Sept 11, 2001 - Probably be close to 4,000 dead when said and done - We have heard many say, "rise up America…go take vengance" - not a problem - Heard many say comfort those who mourn…not a ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Johnny Wilson avatar

    Elijah's Depression

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 11, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,090 views

    Beginning with a monologue that takes some poetic license as Elijah passes the mantle to Elisha, this teaching gives tips from a Biblical model on dealing with depression.

    [This sermon began with a monologue. It presumed that Elijah needed to fill Elisha in on what had gone before. With dramatic license, it recounts what is in the Bible’s account, even though the Bible doesn’t specify that Elijah actually filled Elisha in or needed to fill Elisha in on Elijah’s ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: *other