Sermons on Clergy Education:

Preacher's Sacrifice

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 6, 2017

America needs clergy who are courageous enough to publicly teach what God's has to say about the issues of the day, whether it is popular or not. We need mighty Bible teachers who will take their stand, rebuke, correct and guide Americans to understand, "

Preacher's Sacrifice The Ultimate Cost for Our Religious Freedom The Bible says, "Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." (Hebrews 13:7-8) The song ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Your Ears Itch?

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Oct 28, 2007

It seems like so many people have been revamping God’s Word lately, to make it less offensive, or more inclusive, or less intrusive into our personal behavior. Many of these people are clergy, which is even more disheartening.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) Do your ears itch? It seems like so many people have been revamping the Word of God lately, to ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Lost Church.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 7, 2006

In todays world we see many, Members, Clergy and Ministers, who have lost their first love and have gone after strange spirits. Many have lied, manipulated and deceived their congregations and each other.

The Lost Church. In the Times of the End. In todays world we see many, Members, Clergy and Ministers, who have lost their first love and have gone after strange spirits. Many have lied, manipulated and deceived their congregations ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Zealous Christian Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Jun 6, 2020

To be zealous for God is to be on fire for God. It is to keep the fire burning.

Introduction “Are we zealous for the Lord?” Or better yet, let’s extend that question to three by using the three biblical meanings of the word “zeal”. a. Are we excited about the things of the Lord? b. Are we doing our best in the things of the Lord? c. Are we excited and doing our best for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-10, Psalm 69:7-9, John 2:13-17

Denomination: Charismatic

Character Study Of Luke Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025

Luke was a physician, historian, and devoted Christian who used his skills to serve God. He played a critical role in documenting the life of Christ and the growth of the early church.

CHARACTER STUDY OF LUKE – PHYSICIAN AND AUTHOR OF LUKE AND ACTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 4:14 "Our dear friend Luke, the doctor, and Demas send greetings." Supporting Texts: Luke 1:1-4, Acts 1:1-3, 2 Timothy 4:11, Philemon 1:24 INTRODUCTION Luke was a physician, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:14, Luke 1:1-4, Acts 1:1-3, 2 Timothy 4:11, Philemon 1:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bumper To Bumper On The Highway Of Holiness

Contributed by Michael Pahls on Apr 9, 2001

Uses the metaphor of driver’s education to explore St. Paul’s understanding of personal holiness as it relates to corporate solidarity and ecclesial unity.

BUMPER TO BUMPER ON THE HIGHWAY OF HOLINESS Ephesians 4:17-32 INTRO. A COMMON HIGHWAY: DRIVERS EDUCATION FOR CHRISTIANS I was driving to Chicago a couple of weeks ago and I happened to get on the Dan Ryan Expressway just about the time of rush hour was ending. Now I don’t know if you have ever ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment. James 2:8-13 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 21, 2013

When we excuse ourselves for our prejudices of color, education, culture, or status, we undo the love mercy of God in our lives.

A church painting- A church decided to paint their building. It had become a bit dingy over the years, but the church members felt that a complete painting was a bit expensive, so they bought only as much white paint as they thought they might need. After painting the front of the building they ...read more

Scripture: James 2:8-13

Denomination: *other

Zeal Without Knowledge?

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on Mar 16, 2020

Knowledge can be explained as having the facts or having the right information. It can also be explained as skills acquired through experience, practice or education.

TEXT: PROVERBS 19: 2 “It is not good to have zeal without knowledge, nor be hasty and miss the way.” (Proverbs 19:2). Knowledge can be explained as having the facts or having the right information. It can also be explained as skills acquired through experience, practice or education. Knowledge is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Eternal Word Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

When the Bible is no longer our ultimate authority then only weakness can follow. The strength of the past came from Bible educated people.

Did you know that the Mary Magdalene was the mother of Jesus? And that the New Testament book that records Paul's conversion is Psalms? And that the last book of the Bible is evolution? And that the first murderer in the Bible was Pilate? And that Isaiah was the son of Solomon? These are some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-25

Are You Positive You Are Not Positive? Series

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Jul 3, 2003

This sermon is the first in the Christian Education Series: BAD CHOICES=FATAL MISTAKES which is targeted to African American women in the rural south specifically! HIV IS A KILLER IN OUR COMMUNITY THAT CANNOT BE IGNORED!!!

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. (serenity*atonement*restoration & healing) Lyons, GA. Pt. 1 of a series:BAD CHOICES=FATAL MISTAKES July 2003 PRAYER: Father God, Thank you for Your Divine guidance in directing me on a subject that our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Pastor Cannot Do It Alone

Contributed by Dr. John W. Bosman on Aug 17, 2018

Every believer is a minister. Equipping God’s people for the work of building up the body of Christ came from the heart of Jesus. It was His idea. It also validates that the Church should not run on the feet of the clergy, but on the feet of the laity.

INTRODUCTION This message holds the potential of changing your personal life — as well as the life of our church — forever. There is great excitement in the air as the Holy Spirit is releasing a breath of fresh air over the Church in the 21st Century. It is not a new revelation; it is a new ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

A Good Imitation Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 28, 2002

Being a mature Christian means more than going to church to be educated and entertained - it means growing to the point where you become an example to others.

OPEN: What does it mean to be grown up? A group of 5 to 8 year children were asked that question and these were their answers: David, age 7, said you know you’re grown up when your clothes don’t fit anymore. Angie (6) said she believed being a grown up meant being able to ride a bike with no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Makes Us Free

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 2, 2003

The purpose of this sermon is to re-educate the church on the truth of the foundation of our freedom both as believers and as Americans and to call upon the church to repent on behalf of the country.

What Makes Us Free? John 8:31-36; 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 July 6, 2003 Independence Day Intro: A. [This quote and all other quotes in this sermon are taken from Americas’ God and Country Encyclopedia of Quotations, compiled by Wiliam J. Federer, Fame Publishing Co., Coppell, TX, 1994. This quote ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unity Of One Gospel Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Sep 22, 2008

The Gospel unifies people of all nations, races, ethnicity, culture, education and economic status. The Gospel is over culture, therefore it can be adapted to culture.

Is Christianity for everyone? Is it available to everyone? How much does a person need to be removed from their culture to become a Christian? This issue about the Gospel and culture is not new. Christians have struggled with the Gospel and the effects of culture since the very beginning. Today ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Even Though You're Young Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Jul 3, 2007

Too often, young people are told that they aren’t good enough, experienced enough, or educated enough. Meanwhile, talent and gifts are going unused.

Tonight, I want to start right off by jumping into the Word and looking at a passage about a young boy being used by God in a big way. Let’s open our Bibles to 1 Samuel 16:1-13. ***Have a youth read 1 Samuel 16:1-13*** As we pick up our text, a man named Saul has been King of Israel. In fact, he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational