Sermons on Cooperative Leadership:

One True Leader Over Life Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 10, 2009

What lies within us is more of an ambivalence towards leadership… we actually long for that which can organize life… that which can set forth what is right… and HEROES who reveal something of a better way.

One True Leader Over Life Series: The Liberated Life (Colossians) Brad Bailey – May 3, 2009 (NOTE: The following includes some sections in which a name precedes a section of thought. These were drawn from others and I have included their names to give credit. They were not quoted but rather ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From Joshua

Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009

Sermon on the occasion of the induction of our new Senior Pastor. Looking at Joshua and his leadership.

Lessons from Joshua – Joshua 1-8 Gladstone Baptist Church – 15/4/07 am Well we’ve been anticipating this morning for a long time now haven’t we. It has been 10 months since Pastor Roger informed the Board that he was leaving. He’s been gone now for 4 months. So I want to thank you all for ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 16:1

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua

Contributed by Troy Richards on Dec 9, 2010

A look at Joshua and what we can learn from him.

-this morning for some of you, and in a few weeks for the rest of you, you got to hear me tell one of my favorite Bible stories. -tonight, we’re going to look at someone in the Bible, one of my favorites, to see how God can use you for greatness -Joshua was the guy who took over when Moses ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Methodist

Treasure Your Church Leaders

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 29, 2012

Treasure Your Church Leaders 1) They're from God; 2) They're for you

Were you elated or disappointed by last Monday’s provincial election results? With Allison Redford’s re-election, the Progressive Conservatives have now held power in Alberta for over 40 years! “Who cares?” you say. A monkey could sit in the premier’s office and you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-32

Denomination: Lutheran

The Leader In You

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 16, 2010

The first of four sermons on leadership. The leader in you is vital because you have to know without understanding that you are a leader one can't go any farther.

The Leader in You Pt.1 Text: Philippians 2:1-9 The Cowboy Boots   Did you hear about the Texas teacher who was helping one of her kindergarten students put on his cowboy boots? He asked for help and she could see why. Even with her pulling and him pushing, the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Follow The Leader

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 12, 2012

To be a great leader you must first become a great follower.

Follow the Leader” John 12:20-26 It was John Maxwell who gave us this very simple definition of what a leader is. He said a leader is someone who has followers. And here is the way he puts it…if you believe you are a leader and you turn around and no one is following you, then ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Here's Your Sign Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 12, 2012

When Moses saw the burning bush he was immediately attracted to it; not because the bush was burning but because it was burning and could not be consumed. A fire that never burns out and a bush that is never consumed…led Moses to realize that this fire

“Here’s your Sign!” Exodus 4:1-17 When Moses saw the burning bush he was immediately attracted to it; not because the bush was burning but because it was burning and could not be consumed. A fire that never burns out and a bush that is never consumed…led Moses to realize ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Virtues Of An Effective Christian Leader

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

This sermon is excerpted with editing from Thomas Coke's sermon preached at the ordination of Francis Asbury.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) The most important part of a minister’s duty, is to insist on the great, fundamental truths of Christianity…. But to be an effective Christian leader, one must also seek and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:7-9

Denomination: United Methodist

How Leaders Can Serve Those They Are Called To Lead Series

Contributed by Brett Crosson on May 10, 2019

Christ was the ultimate leader. He was the greatest servant leader. But exactly HOW did he serve his disciples. We will look at this today, and encourage you to emulate him.

How leaders and pastors can serve others Matthew 11:28-30 Come unto me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, Philippians 2:1-5, Matthew 20:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Second Chances Lesson 31 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2017

God forgives our sin but we must suffer the consequences.

A. THE SETTING 1. The Time: At the end of 40 years wandering in the wilderness. 2. The Place: Return to where Israel rebelled. “Camped in Kadesh” the entrance into the Promised Land. 3. The Calendar: “In early spring the people arrived” (Num. 21:1, NLT). ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

1 Corinthians 12 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022

We understand the church to be the people of God who follow Jesus into the world, and so a gathering of the church occurs whenever and wherever believers gather.

This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-35, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Collegiality

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 15, 2023

Collegiality is defined as the relationship between colleagues. It may include companionship and cooperation.

Deepak Chopra, an Indian-American writer once remarked: "Whatever relationships you have attracted in your life at this moment, are precisely the ones you need in your life at this moment. There is a hidden meaning behind all events, and this hidden meaning is serving your own evolution." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12, 1 Peter 2:17, James 5:16, Titus 2:7

A Formula For Christian Formation

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 24, 2016

Ministry in co-operation with God. Nurturing grace in the believer.

A FORMULA FOR CHRISTIAN FORMATION. 1 Corinthians 3:1-9. The natural man does not receive the things that are of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him (1 Corinthians 2:14). Yet the Corinthians hoped they were better than this – and the Apostle Paul wished that they were. And yet, for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Leaders

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jul 7, 2010

The church needs leaders that are willing to be Godly.

Asserting Leadership p. 312 Ill. Unl. Who’s the King of the Jungle? Bosses and Leaders- A boss creates fear, a leader creates confidence. Bossism creates resentment, leadership breeds enthusiasm. A boss says, “I”, a leaders says, “We”. A bosses fixes blame, a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Leading Like Jesus Part One Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

If we are going to make an impact on the world we must develop our lives around the leadership of Jesus

Leading like Jesus Part 1 Selected Passages October 28, 2007 Evening Message This message was birthed out of several sources The Top Ten Leadership Principles of Jesus by John Maxwell The Management Methods of Jesus by Bob Briner The Leadership Secrets of Jesus by Mike Murdock Jesus CEO by Laurie ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7

Denomination: Church Of God