Sermons on Ephesian Elders:

Burden For The Lost

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 2, 2024

The elder son was in close proximity to the Father, but their hearts were far apart. The elder son's thinking differed from the father's thinking. Despite residing at Father's house, the elder brother did not share the Father's burden for the lost son.

And he arose and came to his father. But when he was still a great way off, his father saw him and had compassion, and ran and fell on his neck and kissed him. Luke 15:20 The prodigal son has returned to the Father, but there are many elder sons who still have not returned to the Father. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20

A Life Changed By God Series

Contributed by Rob Peterson on Jun 10, 2003

intro to a series on Ephesians

Today intro on the Apostle Paul, the author of Ephesians and about 1/3 of the NT is either about Paul, or written by him. After Jesus, Paul is clearly the most influential person in the history of Christianity. Some would say Paul wrecked Christianity, more would say that what Paul did prevented ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessed!

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 3, 2007

Ephesians is rich and encouraging.

1. We are in the beginning stages of an exciting study… • Ephesians is such a rich and encouraging book highlighting the great blessings of God in our lives. • It’s commonly been called the Alps of the New Testament. • A highpoint in all of the Bible! • What breathtaking and inspiring views we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Does Jesus Organize His Church? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 20, 2007

This sermon examines how Jesus organizes his church into elders, deacons, and the congregation.

Introduction For the past few Sundays we have been studying the topic of the church. I have been preaching a short series of sermons titled, “Jesus Is Building His Church.” We examined the nature of the church, and made distinctions between a true and a false church. Today, I want to examine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"It Is More Blessed To Give Than To Receive”

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Aug 22, 2025

The generous support of the Philippian church reminds us that giving is more than charity—it is worship. Meeting the needs of others becomes a fragrant offering to God, bringing Him glory as we reflect His character and Christ’s love, while also allowing us to experience God’s abundant provision.

“It Is More Blessed to Give than to Receive” Philippians 4:15–20 15 Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; 16 for even when I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-20, Acts 20:35, Ephesians 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

Passing The Baton Series

Contributed by David Moore on May 19, 2010

This sermon deals with the importance of training called men to continue the ministry of the gospel from generation to generation, and the need to respond positively when Jesus calls.

Passing the Baton Aim: To show the importance of training called men to continue the ministry of the gospel from generation to generation. Text: Mark 3:7-19 Introduction: It has been some time since I was last at Alton Towers or any theme park, come to that. Like most people the older I get, the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Disposition For Position-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 8, 2014

2 of 2. Jesus characterized the disposition needed for holding position & power in Jesus’ disciples. But what is the proper disposition? Position & power in Jesus’ disciples is tied to our...

The DISPOSITION For POSITION-II—Mark 10:35-45 Attention: Outdoor Life "You're in incredibly fine condition," the doctor concluded after finishing a thorough physical. "How old did you say you were, sir?" "Seventy-eight." "Seventy-eight! Why, you have the health of a sixty-year-old. What's ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Enough - Intro To Colossians Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Oct 15, 2014

An inspiring introduction to the powerful, Jesus-focused book of Colossians.

Colossians 1:1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2 To the holy and faithful brothers in Christ at Colosse: Grace and peace to you from God our Father. 3 We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 because we have ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-4

Denomination: Holiness

Leading Under Fire Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 5, 2011

If we want to be effective leaders under fire, then we must be spiritually mature shepherds and overseers, who serve as willing, eager examples for others to follow.

Stuart Briscoe, in his book Everyday Discipleship for Ordinary People, tells the story about a fellow pastor who was officiating at the funeral of a war veteran. The dead man's military friends wanted to have a part in the service at the funeral home, so they requested that the pastor lead them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Character Of Godly Leaders Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 12, 2018

In the text we will see the "must have's" for a biblical elder, as well as standards meted out

Text: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Title: Character of Godly Leaders, Date/Place: WHBC, 4.15.18, AM A. Opening illustration: Jerome was biblical scholar and bible translator whose translation of the bible into Latin was a watershed moment in Christian history. In 394 AD he sent a letter to Nepotian rebuking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Faith's Response To Weakness Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Nov 19, 2018

Message 29 in our exposition of James. This is the second part of a teaching on how faith should respond to weakness or sickness.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Faith’s Response to Weakness” Pt 2 Today we continue our exploration of faith’s response to weakness. IX. Faith’s response to weakness 5:14-18 Ask for help and confess sins Here James instructs those in a state of weakness to ask for help and confess ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Days Should Speak (Outline)

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 28, 2025

An exhortation to be role models for our youth.

Job 32:1-22 Days Should Speak Prop. The elder must seek the wisdom of God. I. To teach the young. 1-7 A. They are listening. 1-4 B. They expect an answer. 4-8 II. To prevent embarrassment. 9-16 A. The exposure of your ignorance. 8-13 B. To be able to answer their rebuke. ...read more

Scripture: Job 32:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Study And Preach

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 19, 2025

We will always need more study, but the Church and the World will always need more preaching by life as well as lip.

‘Study More, Preach Less' Billy Graham "One of my great regrets is that I have not studied enough. I wish I had studied more and preached less. People have pressured me into speaking to groups when I should have been studying and preparing. Donald Barnhouse said that if he knew the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

Walk In Love Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 23, 2024

John loves the church in truth. They all know the truth. It is all because of the truth that lives in us. Grace of God is with us in truth. Everything is based on the truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

The book of 2 John, a short letter, is written by John the beloved disciple. He was the closest person to Jesus during his earthly ministry. John was key in the growth of the early church. He was in and out of prison for sixty years following the death of Jesus. When John wrote this letter he was, ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Priests & Levites (Numbers 18)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 21, 2024

What lessons can a twofold ministry of priests and Levites teach a twofold Christian ministry of elders and deacons? Let's look at Numbers 18.

Was Israel given a two fold ministry of priests and Levites, similar to that of early church elders and deacons? Were they to live from offerings? Does this relate to modern preachers living from the Gospel? Let’s look at Numbers 18. Who were to be the ministers to help the priests in their ...read more

Denomination: Baptist