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

Sermons on Ortberg:

showing 466-480 of 597
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
  • Ed Sasnett avatar

    A Good Example Of A Bad Example

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jun 2, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,002 views

    We are to resist the influence of the world in the church.

    Title: A Good Example of a Bad Example Text: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17 Truth: We are to resist the influence of the world in the church. Aim: to identify and correct worldly behavior in the church. Life ?: What’s the evidence of the world in the church? INTRODUCTION In 1989 the unthinkable ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Merv Budd avatar

    Witnessing The Wilderness Series

    Contributed by Merv Budd on Jul 12, 2011
     | 7,832 views

    Life never seems to be easy, there are always times that are harder than others. Today we examine what those “wilderness” times look like

    In the summer of 1989 all across London England signs on billboards and bus shelters began to appear like this (This poster can be seen and used as a slide here: http://www.wheaton.edu/bgc/archives/exhibits/Posters/04item08.html ) asking the question “Can anyone make sense of ot?” for ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Luke avatar

    The Inspiration Factor Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 2, 2011
     | 5,221 views

    The work of the Holy Spirit is essential to be a healthy church.

    SERIES: HEALTHY CHURCH! “THE INSPIRATION FACTOR” ACTS 2:1-13 OPEN One New Year’s Day in the Tournament of Roses parade, a beautiful float suddenly sputtered and quit. It was out of gas. The whole parade was held up until someone could get a can of gasoline and pour it ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Hamby avatar

    Biblical Advice On Love

    Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 12, 2016
     | 10,835 views

    Valentine's Marriage on Biblical Love.

    Biblical Advice On Love 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, 13 I am going to do something today that I do not normally ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    God's Friend Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 13, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,544 views

    If you want to enjoy intimate fellowship with your incredible Lord, take the time to welcome strangers and stand near Him. Then believe Him when He tells you He wants to do the impossible in and through you.

    Some time ago, a newspaper in Tacoma, Washington, carried the story of Tattoo, the basset hound. Tattoo didn't intend to go for an evening run, but when his owner shut his leash in the car door and took off with Tattoo still outside the vehicle, he had no choice. A motorcycle officer named Terry ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rev. Randy Barker avatar

    John 9:25

    Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Nov 22, 2014
     | 8,146 views

    john 9:25

    Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: *other

  • Ed Sasnett avatar

    Comfort Control Series

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Sep 11, 2014
     | 7,423 views

    We are comforted knowing God is in control.

    Imagine a set of scales. On one side, let us put all your struggles. Maybe you had parents who were neglectful, mean, or played favorites. Add the dead-end job and the hateful boss who has been promoted beyond his ability. Some would include a bad marriage or rebellious children. There are bad ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Lessons From Failure Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 26, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,428 views

    When we fail in ministry, our failure need not be fatal. Rather, if our failure teaches us to depend on Christ and care for people, we can move on from failure to impact our world like Jesus’ original disciples did.

    A CEO has taken on a new job, and the outgoing CEO says to him, “Sometimes you’ll make wrong choices. You will. You’ll mess up. When that happens, I have prepared three envelopes for you. I left them in the top drawer of the desk. The first time it happens, open #1. The second time you mess ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    The Father's Gift Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 16, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 17,498 views

    When we accept the Father's gift of His Son, we accept life instead of death, justification instead of judgment, power instead of bondage, and righteousness instead of sin.

    Matt Woodly, a father of four, talks about buying his children a swing set, about 15 years ago, as an early Christmas present. It was an extra long metal set with two swings, a two-seater swinging bench, a slide, monkey bars, and a series of hanging rings. He thought the time invested in putting ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Antidote For Anxiety Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 5, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,956 views

    Overcome anxiety when you remember that God is faithful and you are forgiven.

    Just a few years ago, The Onion published a satirical story about a man who almost had fun: Marshall Platt, 34, came tantalizingly close to kicking back and having a good time while attending a friend's barbeque last night before remembering each and every one of his professional and personal ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    The Source Of Significance Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 8, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,893 views

    If you want to find any real significance in life, trust Christ with your life who lowered Himself to lift you up.

    In The Last Days Newsletter, Leonard Ravenhill tells about a group of tourists visiting a scenic little village. They walked by an old man sitting beside a fence and asked him, “Were any great men born in this village?” “Nope,” said the old man, “only babies.” (Leonard Ravenhill, The Last Days ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Duane Wente avatar

    The Kingdom Will Still Be The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Sep 29, 2024
     | 1,634 views

    Even in times of political tension, we can rest assured that God's kingdom is eternal and unshakable. Jesus is Lord over all earthly powers, and our true citizenship lies in His kingdom—a kingdom not defined by political leaders but by humility, servanthood, and ultimate allegiance to God.

    #### **Introduction** Video Ill.: Kingdom Minded — The Skit Guys If there is any one thing that brings drama and division to our world, it is politics. It feels like unprecedented times — such division and discord over political views and opinions today. There is so much tension in our ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Maze avatar

    No Publicity Stunt: Missing God In Plain Sight Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Oct 16, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 988 views

    How do you explain that when people want to curse, they don’t say, “Muhammed,” but they swear by saying the words “Jesus Christ”? Why do Muslims, Sikhs, Mormons, Unitarians, Jehovah’s Witnesses, and Deists all find a way to incorporate Jesus into their religion?

    Have you heard someone say, “I wouldn’t bet the farm on that if I were you?” There are a lot you cannot of people you cannot count on. But there’s one you can bet the farm on, and His name is Jesus. Find John 7 with me, if you will. Jesus finds Himself poked and prodded by the public in every ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Maze avatar

    The Unstoppable Invitation Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Oct 23, 2024
     | 935 views

    Jesus pops up to speak in the middle of everyone on a major holiday with seemingly nowhere to go. Why would He risk His life? Why would He place Himself in such a dangerous position? Jesus risks everything to give us a gift that changes everything.

    Have you heard someone say, “I wouldn’t bet the farm on that if I were you?” There are many things in life we CANNOT count on. You CANNOT count on a politician’s promise. You CANNOT count on the weatherman’s forecast. And you cannot count on the pastor when he says, “I’ll be just one more minute.” ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Groaning For Glory Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 3, 2025
     | 1,011 views

    If you want the confidence to move forward in times of trouble, see the unseen. Specifically, see your future body, your future home, and your future reward as you live your life to please the Lord.

    Note: put a $20-bill up your sleeve for later use. In The Polar Express, a boy, who has his doubts, boards a magical train on Christmas Eve, which is headed for the North Pole. As the train ascends a particularly steep hill, the boy, a girl, and the conductor are climbing from the top of the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical Free