Sermons on Church Leadership:

The Importance Of The Place Within A Place Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 4, 2003

This sermon looks at the importance of not only being established in a local church but of spending time in communion with God.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PLACE WITHIN A PLACE 2 Samuel 3:1-2Now there was a long war between the house of Saul and the house of David. But David grew stronger and stronger, and the house of Saul grew weaker and weaker.2 Sons were born to David in Hebron: God made places before He made People. (See ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Other Duties As Assigned

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

This morning we will set aside one to serve as a deacon. This is a pattern for the church and an example for each to follow.

Background to passage: Church is growing. Pentecost 3000 people got saved. Healed a lame man and preached the gospel, and the number of men was up to 5000 (plus women and young people). They were brought before the Sanhedrin twice, threatened, jailed, beaten, and given an ultimatum, preached the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The New Tesatment Deacon Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 23, 2013

An overview of the Office fo Deacons within the church

The New Testament Deacon 1 Timothy 3:8-13; Acts 6:1-7 Dorn Ridge, June 22, 2013 INTRODUCTION: 1.) We have been looking at the roles of men and women in the church which has also brought us to look at Elders, and today at the office of deacons. 2.) The Bible refers to two offices of leadership ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fishers Of Men, Not Aquarium Keepers

Contributed by Mark Adams on Aug 16, 2006

This sermon examines symptoms of "The church that forgot its mission" in Revelation 3. Then Luke 5 is explored as how to remain an active and thriving church.

This morning, I want to talk to you about a church that closed its doors. -Where there had been a living, active family of God, now there’s nothing. -It’s not only the church that has disappeared, but now the entire city lies in ruins. -We understand full well that as Christians, we have God’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Have Some Questions, Part Five Series

Contributed by Greg Surratt on Apr 17, 2009

This is Part Five of a six-part series where Pastor Surratt answers "God questions" collected from the congregation. This week’s message answers questions about the Church, women in ministry leadership, church staffing and administration decisions, and ot

Hey, have you ever gone over to somebody’s house that had different customs than you had in your house? Ever done that? I mean maybe in your house you keep your shoes on like you should and you go over to somebody’s house that they don’t allow shoes inside the house that they don’t allow shoes ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Appoint Those Who Are Chosen Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 25, 2012

James cautioned believers against rushing to become teachers. God teaches that He will appoint whom He pleases. He does, however, give us the criteria for His appointment.

“The LORD spoke to Moses, saying, ‘Bring the tribe of Levi near, and set them before Aaron the priest, that they may minister to him. They shall keep guard over him and over the whole congregation before the tent of meeting, as they minister at the tabernacle. They shall guard all the furnishings ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 3:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Gifted Ministers Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 24, 2014

If we want a growing church that builds itself up in love, then we must accept our spiritual gifts, develop them and use them wherever and whenever we can.

When a local church broke ground for a new 500-seat sanctuary, an inventive church member made sure everyone could participate in the experience. The man attached a 145-foot handle to a stainless steel spade so that all 300 members could squeeze together to turn the first shovel full of dirt. A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Good Head--Bad Heart Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on May 1, 2008

The local church at Ephesus had a rich history of strong Christian leadership from Paul, through Timothy to John. They had been very effective in keeping their doctrine pure. But, in their zeal to keep themselves doctrinally pure, they left their first l

It seems as if the news is filled every day with scandals. Government scandals, corporate scandals, all kinds of scandals. It seems that even our own WVU is involved in a scandal. And this one doesn’t have anything to do with the football team. It seems that the governor’s daughter was awarded ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Vision Beyond Jerusalem

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 25, 2015

This sermon establishes the church must look beyond its doors, city, and state. It has to extend its vision and mission to fulfill the Great Commission. This lesson also discusses the expansion of the gospel of Christ beyond Jerusalem into the Gentile nations by men of color.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Commission of Barnabas 2. The Consolation of Barnabas 3. The Character of Barnabas 1Introductory Remarks. 1. After the conversion of Cornelius and the persecution that arose due to Stephen's Stoning, the gospel reached other cities beyond Jerusalem. Men traveled as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Perfect Leader

Contributed by James May on Jul 22, 2009

God is our perfect Leader, and He is doing all that He can to train us to take on positions of leadership in His church.

The Perfect Leader Wednesday, July 22, 2009 By Pastor Jim May There is no one that I would rather follow than the Lord Jesus Christ. I have been led by a lot of people throughout my life; some in the military, some in the job market and some in the church. Some have been good leaders and some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:12-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Calls Pastors. Not Ceos

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 25, 2013

The Church is a Body, not a corporation.

Acts 6:2-4 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. 3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Leading Under Fire Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 1, 2021

If you want to lead people effectively under fire, develop a strong relationship with Christ over time, shepherd the people you lead, and exercise oversight as a willing, eager example for others to follow.

245 years ago today, 56 of our country’s leaders signed our Declaration of Independence. It marked the birthday of the United States of America on July 4, 1776. Many people have paid tribute to that day over the years, but no one said it better than Paul Harvey on July 4, 1974, two years before our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4, Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Tree

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 26, 2022

Unity is so important for the church that Jesus spoke about it in the last narrative of Mark's Gospel. Why can the church not agree to disagree? She needs to come together as one!

9 Now after He had risen early on the first day of the week, He first appeared to Mary Magdalene, from whom He had cast out seven demons. 10 She went and reported to those who had been with Him, while they were mourning and weeping. 11 When they heard that He was alive and had been seen by her, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-19

Denomination: United Methodist

The Church Of Christ

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 22, 2016

The love of Christ Jesus prevailed evn in the pervasive darkness of man's denial of God's love for the world and God's promise failing to accept the time of change because of their blindness to the faith of Christ Jesus.

THE CHURCH OF CHRIST by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 22, 2016) “Thus saith the LORD, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; I am the LORD thy God which teacheth thee to profit, which leadeth thee by the way that thou shouldest go” (Isaiah 48:17, King James ...read more

Denomination: Friends

One False Step…. Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 8, 2012

Many are led into false ways by one false step of a good man! If you are the leader of a church, youth leader, parent or in any position of authority, watch out, you need to be a good example.

One false step…. Judges 8:21” Then Zebah and Zalmunna said, Rise thou, and fall upon us: for as the man is, so is his strength. And Gideon arose, and slew Zebah and Zalmunna, and took away the ornaments that were on their camels' necks.” Many are led into false ways by one ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal