Sermons on Bad Leadership:

Jesus Does The Redeeming Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 8, 2015

Jesus + NOTHING ELSE = Salvation. If something else is needed, His words “It is finished” are incomplete, and more is required to redeem God's creation. It has always been about Jesus, and our words/actions must points others to Him!

Jesus Does the Redeeming Galatians, Part 5 Galatians 3:1-14 Introduction - Purpose of the letter 1. To teach 2. To correct 3. To point us to Jesus - This letter was given to churches in Galatia who were young - The teaching that Paul is doing here is admonishing them to change - ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deborah, Barak, And Jael Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 19, 2022

This sermon focuses on the story of Deborah, Barak, and Jail and how all three contain traits that can be found in Christians today.

Good morning. Today we are going to continue to look at the series called the story. Today, we are going to dive into a mini-story that is part of the grander story. We are going to look at the story of Deborah that is found in the book of Judges. Some of you are familiar with the book of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Christian Church

A Pattern For The People Of God

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Mar 2, 2009

It is amazing to look at how even the arrangement of the camp in Early Israel provides a message about the need for leadership, vision, and devotion among God’s people.

Many churches are going through difficult transitions, whether due to the graying and silvering of their constituents, the changing demographics of their neighborhoods, the scheduling demands of a time-shifting society, a change in leadership, a change in vision, a merger with another congregation, ...read more

Denomination: *other

Quiz Of 40 Biblical Women

Contributed by Dennis King on Dec 29, 2021

The Bible tells of many dynamic or influential women whose stories are found throughout the Old and New Testaments. Their uncommon contributions or royal misdeeds are remembered today, even though some were old, and some were young.

The Bible tells of many dynamic or influential women whose stories are found throughout the Old and New Testaments. Their influence impacted the nation of Israel and the surrounding areas. Their uncommon contributions or royal misdeeds are remembered today, even though some were old, and some were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Timothy: The Real Deal Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 21, 2020

This exposition of Philippians 2:19-24 focuses on the qualities of godly leadership exemplified in Timothy. His mindset and proven character are Paul's focus. Statistics on the impact of Covid-19 on the American church are also examined.

Our text today is in Philippians 2:19-24. But before we go there, I want to process our current situation in America with you. I’ll begin with a couple of hypothetical situations as a backdrop for what I want to share with you. What would you say if I told you that the Federal government has shut ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-40, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, Proverbs 4:23, 1 Corinthians 3:12-15, 1 Timothy 3:6, Matthew 13:20-21, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, Matthew 10:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

When The Walls Are Broken Down, Pray! Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 14, 2014

Nehemiah's reaction to the bad news he hears is a great example for us about what to do when we face difficult circumstances.

Introduction: A. Have you ever had someone deliver you some news saying, “I’ve got some good news and some bad news, which do you want first?” B. Here are a few “Good news/bad news” items for preachers. 1. Good News: You baptized seven people today in the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Christians Part Series

Contributed by John Stevenson on Dec 26, 2004

Paul and Barnabas came to a parting of their ways. Was this a good thing or a bad thing? What lessons can we learn?

WHEN CHRISTIANS PART Acts 15:36-41 Paul and Barnabas had been a team. It had been Barnabas who had first taken the young Paul under his wing. When everyone else in Jerusalem was afraid of the young Christian because of his history of persecuting the church, it was Barnabas who took him and who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Evangelical Free

If My People

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 18, 2001

In this message we will see how the nation of Isreal and America have much in common - some good & some bad.

"IF MY PEOPLE" I. A NATION UNDER GOD A. ISRAEL Solomon had just finished the 7 year building project of the Temple of God. A project that had over 160,000 workers, 3,300 foremen and used hundreds of tons of pure gold. And after the Temple was complete Solomon placed on the altar a burnt ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Relationship Renewal Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jun 29, 2005

Bad relationships are hindering the effectiveness of our service to Jesus. Relationships that unravel have a negative impact that goes on and on.

There’s a little girl who is dreaming of her wedding day. She knows what the church is going to look like. She knows what kind of dress she will wear. She can even see the color of her fiancé’s eyes. But something is interfering with her dreams. Her mom and dad are arguing a lot lately. And ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Praying In Good Times Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Dec 10, 2003

Prayer is harder during good times than bad, because the good times distract us from God

Nov. 23 Praying when things are going great Boy fell out of bed because he was sleeping too close to where he got in (my spiritual walk) History of the world - briefly Adam and Eve - dominion over the earth - have it all less one thing Abraham - through you all nations will be blessed Blessing - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Still In Charge

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 12, 2005

Developing a reassurance that just because things look bad doesn’t mean that God is not still in charge of the universe.

Scripture: Matthew 28:18 Title: “God Is Still In Charge” Introduction: Sometimes when we look at how bad things are going it is easy to allow yourself to wonder if God is still in charge. Remember when we had prayer, and God’s commandments were read in school and chewing gum and being tardy was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shouts In The Bible

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 3, 2003

In this message we will examine some of the times mentioned in scripture where people shouted. The good, the bad, the ugly, and the beautiful.

Shouts in the Bible Psalms 5:11 But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee. In this message we will examine some of the times mentioned in scripture where people shouted. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Tragic Beginning, A Tragic End

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

Some stories start out good in life and get better, some start out bad and get worse.

Tonight I want to share an unusual message with you, a message that is pointed out of Matthew Chapter 27. Lets read from verse 3-5 (READ). The message is titled, a tragic beginning, and a tragic ending. Some stories start out bad and end good, some start out good and end good, and some start out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

#5 Learning To Wait In Joy And Gladness Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 7, 2003

God has designed today for us to WAIT in JOY and GLADNESS. There are consequences if we make bad choices for today.

LEARNING TO WAIT IN JOY AND GLADNESS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is #5 in a series on waiting. 1. Waiting and Patience -- the dirty words? ; 2. Habakkuk’s Waiting Room; 3. Danger of waiting and spiritual rust; 4. The five levels of waiting; 5. Waiting with Joy and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Call This A Plan?

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Mar 10, 2003

God has a providential way of making, BAD THINGS GOOD, WEAK THINGS STRONG, and UGLY THINGS BEAUTIFUL.

“You Call This a Plan?” Romans 8:28 A $75 basketball in my hands is playing a pickup game in the Family Life Center. A $75 basketball in the hands of Michael Jordan is a world championship and an NBA MVP. A $900 set of golf clubs in my hands is spending $25 for a green fee and an afternoon of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist