Sermons on Clergy Failures:

Restoration Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 26, 2008

Peter blew it, that’s for certain. He denied the Lord three times. But in Chapter 21 we see the gentle way Jesus restores Peter to fellowship and purpose. He does the same for us.

Do you ever fail Jesus? John the Apostle said “1 John 1:8-9 If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.” One of the most common experiences we as Christians share is the reality that we will fall. No matter how hard we try we will do things that are against he ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

You Fail Toward It Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 26, 2010

Failure teaches us how to succeed

SERIES: IT: Finding It, Keeping It, and Sharing It (freely adapted from Craig Groeschel’s It: How Churches and Leader Can Get it and Keep it) “YOU FAIL TOWARD IT” SELECTED SCRIPTURES OPEN Graduates, we recognize your accomplishments. You have earned your diplomas and ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disobedience Déjà Vu

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 18, 2010

Abraham & Abimelech. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Genesis chapter 20 verses 1-18. Ill: A man opened a new business and his best friend sent him a floral arrangement: • When the friend popped in to see him a few days later; • He was shocked to see that the shop had sent a card saying; “Rest in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Brethren

Tracking With Jesus Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 14, 2011

The Christian life is a long walk with Jesus in the right direction.

Title: Tracking with Jesus Text: John 21:1-19 Thesis: The Christian life is a long walk with Jesus in the right direction, i.e., staying on track. The Season of Easter Series: When Jesus Shows Up During the Season of Easter we celebrate the resurrection of Christ as he shows up in unusual and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Restoration Of Peter Series

Contributed by Jerry Love on May 2, 2017

Peter feels like a useless failure but Jesus restores him not only to his good graces, but to useful service.

The Restoration of Peter Luke 22:31 31 “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. 32 But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” 33 But he replied, “Lord, I am ready to go with you to prison and to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34, John 21:1-14

Denomination: *other

It Is Not Over!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 12, 2017

Blowing it is often the prelude to flowing it in power of God.

Luke 5:8 When Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord. Peter had just seen Jesus do a miracle to bless him and the others. As far as he knew Jesus had tossed him to the curb after Peter had denies him. He had no idea that later he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

What Judas Missed-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 26, 2018

8 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

WHAT JUDAS MISSED-VIII—John 13:31–14:11(John 13:18--17:26) OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/AWAY’ Attention: My Children Are Not My Children: In Washington State ca. 2002, when a parent applied for state benefits for their children, DNA tests were required for proof of parentage. But when a woman(Lydia ...read more

Scripture: John 13:38, John 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

Failing Forward Part 1 Series

Contributed by Glenn Narvaez on Aug 5, 2016

Turning failures into a stepping stones for success

FAILING FORWARD* (FROM THE PIT TO PRISON TO PALACE) Genesis 37, 39, 40-14 Goals: To know: • What is means to Fail forward? • Why do we have to fail forward? • Why is failure important factor in our success? To do: • Do not fear failure but Take ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Strenghth And Weakness Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 24, 2014

Jesus boldly stands trial before the high priest Annas

John 18:12-27 “Strength and Weakness” INTRODUCTION The lives of heroic people inspire us and challenge us to be greater than we have been and more than we are. Recently a ceremony was held at the White House where twenty-four veterans of World War II, the Korean Conflict, and ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Fundamentals Of Ministry

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Apr 15, 2013

We are all called for ministry but we doubt our failures. But does does not see these as failure rather the opposite, he is preparing us.

Title: Fundamentals for Ministry Let us pray: Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of our hearts be acceptable to you: Amen. Introduction. One thing that has always bothered me and I am sure it bothers all ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Episcopal

In A Way Unexpected

Contributed by William L. Vincent on Jan 5, 2013

God will often use things, people and circumstances that do not make sense to the human intellect. God will speak into our improbability and bring forth our destiny.

1 Sam 16:13 Now the LORD said to Samuel, "How long will you mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? Fill your horn with oil, and go; I am sending you to Jesse the Bethlehemite. For I have provided Myself a king among his sons." 2 And Samuel said, "How can I go? If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Orthodox

Better Than I Deserve

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 6, 2013

If you got what you deserved, what would that look like?

One of the best pastors that I have ever served with always replies with “Better than I deserve” whenever someone asks him how he is doing. There is a bit of a debate over whether Dave Ramsey stole that phrase from him, but I have been using it as well. I think it is a good answer. ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:39

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing The Promise Of The Future Over The Pain Of The Past

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 6, 2012

We all have a past; and that past will have it's share of failures. However, we must not let that past hinder our possessing the promises of our future.

Quotes – William (Bill) J. Clinton: “Strength and wisdom are not opposing values.” “Let us all take more responsibility, not only for ourselves and our families but for our communities and our country.” “Part of our essential humanity is paying respect to what ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Sermon Of Note To A People Of Need Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 15, 2012

WHAT WE HAVE BEFORE US IS BY FAR THE LONGEST SERMON WE HAVE SEEN IN THE BOOK OF ACTS, AND I WOULD VENTURE TO SAY, IS THE LONGEST OF THE BOOK ITSELF. IT IS ALSO THE FIRST SERMON GIVEN BY A NON-APOSTLE, AND WOULD RESULT IN THE FIRST DEATH OF A NON-APOSTLE.

A SERMON OF NOTE TO A PEOPLE OF NEED ACTS 7:1-8:1 INTRODUCTION: AT THE ONSET, I NEED TO TAKE A MOMENT TO APOLOGIZE FOR THE EXTENT OF OUR TEXT THIS MORNING. LITERALLY, THIS IS A WHOLE CHAPTER. YET, I CAN FIND NO PLACE WHERE THE TEXT CAN BE DIVIDED THAT WOULD NOT DO DAMAGE TO THE CONTEXT. SO, HERE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why You Can't Quit

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Oct 29, 2015

Does God really care about me? Why don't I just give up? When will life be easier?

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Scripture: Revelation 3:11-12

Denomination: Holiness