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

Sermons on Defenses:

showing 3,571-3,585 of 10,901
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
  • Charles R. Swindoll avatar

    "Grownup Christians”

    Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,154 views

    What are the marks of a mature Christian believer or the mark of a dynamic, mature Christian church?

    Biblical Text: Philippians 1:3-11 “I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy, For your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now; Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ronald Harbaugh avatar

    Who Is Jesus

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Sep 16, 2006
     | 3,715 views

    A sermon for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost, Series B, Proper 19

    15th Sunday after Pentecost (Pr. 19), September 17, 2006, “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you have revealed your will and grace to the world in many ways. Through Moses, you led your people out ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Dare Not Ever Forget Who You Are

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 29, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,148 views

    Looks at how to learn to live like a winner.

    Victory always assumes an opponent. You are victorious over or against something or someone. We accomplish living like a winner in the face of temptation and adversity. Today we are going to take an in depth look at our battle against temptation and the tempter. As we learn in the Bible the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Harvey avatar

    Purposeful Memorials Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on May 25, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,059 views

    As we remember veterans for Memorial Day, we must also remember that Christ has left us with a memorial of all he did for us: The Lord’s Supper

    Purposeful Memorials 05/29/05 Intro: This weekend, we celebrate Memorial Day. It is a day set aside to remember those who gave their lives in defense or our nation. As important as it is that we recognize these men and women of honor, we want to reflect today on the most significant memorial of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Leroe avatar

    The Finished Work Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 22,872 views

    The completed work of Christ is work for the unworthy. We’re worse than we think we are, but God’s grace is far greater than we think it is.

    “The Finished Work of Christ” -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “I have brought glory to You here on earth by completing the work You gave Me to do. And now, Father, glorify Me in Your presence with the glory I had with You before the world began.” ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Congregational

  • Peter Loughman avatar

    Good Friday: Who Should We Blame For Jesus' Death?

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,492 views

    Who is to blame for Jesus’ death? You are.

    Who Is Responsible For The Death Of Jesus? Sit down and watch the evening news, pen up the morning paper or listen to the radio while driving to work and there is the topic: Who is responsible for the death of Jesus? I never thought that would be news. Have you noticed: No one wants to take ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Juan Lane avatar

    Life Starts When We Live Together

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 19, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,598 views

    Behold how good and pleasant it is to live together

    Life Starts When We Live Together Scripture Reference: Psalms 133:1 (KJV) Psalms 133:1 A Song of degrees of David. Behold how good and pleasant it is when brethren dwell together in unity! I would like to take a brief moment to thank each and every person who receives my bible studies under ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Perryman avatar

    How Do I Make Right Decisions

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
     | 15,990 views

    The process to making the right decisions.

    INTRO: Have you ever thought you were making the right decision, then you get into it and—oh, what a disaster. One of many poorly made decisions in my life was when I was playing ball in the summer. Over the past several years I played on Roberts Electric. They called and were wondering if I was ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Frank Gallagher avatar

    Make War By Wise Guidance

    Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Feb 13, 2003
    based on 88 ratings
     | 4,196 views

    This sermon looks at what the Bible says about war, and what the Christian’s response should be.

    MAKE WAR BY WISE GUIDANCE (DOCTRINE OF WAR) Proverbs 20:18 - Prepare plans by consultation, and make war by wise guidance. NAS [HTML formatted version of this message is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/war.html] PRAYER PREPARATION Jesus Himself tells us about the importance of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jeremy Houck avatar

    Declaring Independence From The Devil

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 8,367 views

    On our Day of Independence we must also call ourselver free from Satan.

    Declaring Independence from the Devil Introduction As we celebrate our national day of Independence, le us remember that as Christians we enjoy an even greater freedom in Christ. John 8:36 says “If therefore the Son shall make you free, you shall be free indeed.” In Christ we have freedom ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Rhine avatar

    The Best Gift

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,132 views

    Christmas message: Jesus best gift ever

    What was the best or worst Christmas gift you ever received? [Allow feedback] - Mine: best and worst same year worst: bridal doll, humorous - tiger socks, best - Ronda’s acceptance of my marriage proposal We think a lot about gift giving at Christmas. I plan on going home after this ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David King avatar

    Terminating The Regime Of Pharaoh Series

    Contributed by David King on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 12 ratings
     | 12,381 views

    For every "Israelite" with a promise there is a Pharaoh, a stubborn pursuer who relentlessly assails and doggedly trails. But no matter the strength and the size of the enemy’s hosts, there is also a Red Sea waiting to swallow them up. "Israel" of God mu

    “And Joseph died, and all his brethren, and all that generation. And the children of Israel were fruitful, and increased abundantly, and multiplied, and waxed exceeding mighty; and the land was filled with them. Now there arose up a new king over Egypt, which knew not Joseph. And he said unto ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian Buriff avatar

    God's Dress Code

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Mar 20, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,916 views

    What every Christian should wear to church...or any other time in their sacred approach to God through worship, prayer, bible study and their devotions.

    I. DEAR ABBY LETTERS – How To Dress In Church Dear Abby: May I respond to your reply regarding attire in church? As a priest and pastor, I’m appalled at how some people come dressed for Sunday worship. You said that “Dress codes have been greatly relaxed in recent decades,” which I find to be ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Don't Be Deceived Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 22, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 16,047 views

    Of all the things scripture expresses concern about, it is "deception" among God’s crown creation.

    Matthew, Mark and Luke record an interesting verbal interchange between Jesus and His disciples. It concerns the “end of days.” They asked Him, “tell us about the sign of the end.” Jesus’ initial response was almost ominous, “watch that no one deceive you”… Have you ever been deceived? How did ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Victor Ramlall avatar

    A Certain Disciple At Damascus, Named Ananias... Series

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Oct 31, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,876 views

    God uses you even if you are not famous as long as you make yourself available for His service and yourself spiritually to receive and obey His commands.

    And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord. And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the street which is called Straight, and enquire in the house of Judas for one called Saul, of Tarsus: ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal