Sermons on Civic Leadership:

The Body Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 10, 2001

A sermon no 1 in a series comparing the body of christ to a giraffe - this one is the head of the giraffe which covers leadership.

The Church :-Readings Psalm 132. 1 Corinthians chapter 12 The giraffe - Once Mr. Topsey and Mr. Turvey decided that the giraffe had it’s problems it was very vulnerable to attack - it’s neck was too long and it’s head was ridiculous - - Lions could easily attack it - it could ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:15-30, Psalm 1:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Staying In Your Lane

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Nov 17, 2005

This sermon addresses the cost of disobedience from children and teenagers. this lesson also addresses the leadership within the church.

Introduction Looking at how young people are performing in schools, in their communities, and even where they live, everybody wants to do their own thing. Respect and following rules is something that has become obsolete! Society has accepted the profane way lyrics of music is sung and how ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1-2, Leviticus 10:1, Leviticus 10:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Revival In A Desert

Contributed by Brian Phillips on Nov 30, 2007

This sermon shows how God bring’s revival through His supernatural leadership and our obedience

“REVIVAL IN A DESERT” (Acts 8:26-40) INTRODUCTION: It has rightly been said, “Our God is an awesome God.” But, it can also be said that our God is a peculiar God. (“peculiar” = Having a character exclusively it’s own) Our Lord is peculiar in that there is no one like Him nor can anyone fully ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Mothers: Guardians Of The Heart

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 19, 2012

We can learn a lot about God's heart and about spiritual leadership from the heart of a Mother.

Mothers: Guardians of the Heart Intro: One mom was out walking with her 4-year-old daughter when her girl picked up something from the ground and started to put it in her mouth. The mother tells what happens in her own words: “I took the item away from her and I asked her not to do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:55-56

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Helping The People Around You To Accomplish Great Things With Their Lives Series

Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011

Jesus used his leadership to change nonentities into leaders who have changed and made a mark in history.

And he goeth up into a mountain, and calleth unto him whom he would: and they came unto him. And he ordained twelve, that they should be with him, and that he might send them forth to preach, And to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils: And Simon he surnamed Peter; And James ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

False Spiritual Authority Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 16, 2025

A sermon that teaches how to discern between what is true and false in the church and it's leadership

False Spiritual Authority Book of Daniel Series CCCAG 1-12-25 Scripture: Daniel 2:1-12 Introduction: I’m going to break up Daniel chapter 2 into two separate sermons. It’s a long chapter, and it has two central subjects that are more than big enough to warrant two separate sermons. The first part ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-12, Matthew 24:5, Galatians 1:8-9, Revelation 22:19, Deuteronomy 18:21-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Rejecting Godly Counsel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 12 is a sobering reminder that leadership without wisdom, humility, and discernment leads to division and disaster.

THE DANGER OF REJECTING GODLY COUNSEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 12:1-33 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 15:22; 2 Chronicles 10:1-19; Isaiah 30:1; James 1:5-6 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 12 marks a pivotal shift in Israel’s history—the division of the united kingdom into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:1-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Benefits Of Being A Good Follower

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 15, 2025

Good followership brings divine favour, growth, and access to blessings that position a believer for greater leadership and impact.

BENEFITS OF BEING A GOOD FOLLOWER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 13:17 – “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Church Doctrine Should I Be Following?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 23, 2025

Church leadership, at the top, has created numerous doctrines, rules and regulations. Which should I follow?

What Church Doctrine Should I Be Following? Luke 11:37–54 Rabbi Dr. Rev. Michael H. Koplitz 37 Now when He had spoken, a Pharisee asked Him to have lunch with him; and He went in and reclined at the table. 38 When the Pharisee saw this, he was surprised that Jesus had not first ceremonially washed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: United Methodist

Which Shepherd Are You Choosing? (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 19, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 11:7-17 examines Zechariah's prediction of Christ's rejection at his First Advent and the consequences of that rejection. The timeless truth taught is: when the leadership God sends is rejected, the judgment that follows is bad leadership.

Intro We concluded last week with God instructing Zechariah to take on the role of a shepherd. Follow with me as we read Zechariah 11:4. “This is what the Lord my God says: ‘Shepherd the flock marked for slaughter.”i That is the assignment God gives Zechariah. He is to represent the Lord as a good ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 11:1-17, Matthew 15:14-15, John 1:1-11, Matthew 23:1-39, Matthew 26:14-16, Matthew 27:1-10, Revelation 19:20, John 11:1-48, Galatians 5:15-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Executive Obligation-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 11, 2014

3 of 3. Moses gave exhortation regarding the dutiful obligation of Israel’s king for the people’s freedom to serve God. Executive leadership should & can be dutifully obligated to God’s people. Executive leadership is obligated to Freedom from...

EXECUTIVE OBLIGATION-III—Deuteronomy 17:14-20 Attention: Election Day places Government 'Representatives' in office—We are obligated to obligate them to our belief! Those for whom we vote have a(n) Obligation/Commitment/Responsibility/Duty to their constituency, which sounds noble. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 17:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Yes Lord!

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003

This is my May devotional for my leadership team that examines the need for our obedience and faith to Christ’s calling.

Yes Lord Matthew 9:27-31 Leadership Board Devotional May 13, 2003 Introduction John Newton had received from the Lord some almost unbelievable answers to his petitions, and so he often engaged in "large asking." In support of this practice he would frequently tell the story of a man who asked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-31

Denomination: Church Of God

It's Easy To Follow Our Leader

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 24, 2001

How Jesus shows proper leadership and made it easy to follow him right up to his ascension and beyond.

May 27, 2001 Luke 24:44-53 He said to them, “This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.” 45 Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. 46 He told them, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Lutheran

For Jesus' Love Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 13, 2017

Love and loyalty exuded as traits God looked for and expected in leadership from HIS CHILDREN, followers of Christ Jesus.

FOR JESUS’ LOVE By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (June 13, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Friends

Yes Dear! Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 17, 2010

Abraham sinned the same way Adam did by not taking leadership and a stand against his wife's sinful idea.

Have you ever watched those movies, usually war movies when a young couple falls deeply in love and wants to be married, but off the guy goes to war promising to come back to her, and she promises to faithfully wait for him no matter what? Then she hears that he’s missing or killed and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16