SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on Godly Leaders:

showing 16-30 of 74,875
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Prayer Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 11, 2024
     | 1,205 views

    Nehemiah was a godly leader; and Nehemiah was a man of prayer. One might be a successful leader in society apart from prayer, but prayer is essential for those who aspire to become godly leaders.

    The Prayer of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 1:5-11 In his work, Quiet Talks on Prayer, S.D. Gordon stated, “You can do more than pray after you have prayed but you cannot do more than pray until you have prayed.” In My Utmost for His Highest, Oswald Chambers affirms, “Prayer does not fit us for the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Humility Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 11, 2024
     | 1,120 views

    Godly leaders must possess humility, patience, and tact, just like Nehemiah. How we approach any situation, and the attitude we possess, will greatly affect our ability to lead and enjoy success.

    The Humility of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 2: 1-8 In the previous chapter, Nehemiah was made aware of the desperate situation in Jerusalem. While he was far removed from the city and the difficulties facing the remnant who had returned, Nehemiah was deeply burdened for the needs of the city and the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Hutto avatar

    Follow The Leader

    Contributed by Don Hutto on Dec 6, 2000
    based on 124 ratings
     | 4,306 views

    Characteristics of a Godly leader.

    Follow The Leader II Kings 18:1-7 Intro: As children we played follow the leader. But today do we have leaders that we can follow? From this passage we can draw four conclusions about Godly leaders. I. Conclusion #1: They do what is right. (v. 3) II. Conclusion #2: They trust God. ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Enduring Legacy Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 9, 2025
     | 115 views

    True leadership is measured not just by achievements during life, but by the enduring influence left after death.

    THE ENDURING LEGACY OF A GODLY LEADER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 24:29-31 Key Verse: “And Israel served the Lord all the days of Joshua, and all the days of the elders that outlived Joshua, and which had known all the works of the Lord, that he had done for Israel.” — Joshua ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Godly Leadership Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 18, 2012
     | 14,819 views

    Just what do we look for in a godly leader?

    “A Nation Under God: Godly Leadership” Jer. 22:1-5, 11-17 If the character of our government is to be good, we must put good characters in office. Abigail Adams, wife of the second president of the United States, wrote her husband a letter in which she made the following observation: ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Douglas Turner avatar

    Godly Leadership

    Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jul 23, 2009
     | 7,428 views

    A godly leader is able to bring community where there was once disunity.

    1. Godly leadership encourages commitment a. 1 Chronicles 11: 1-3 says, “Then all Israel gathered together to David at Hebron and said, “Behold, we are your bone and flesh. 2 In times past, even when Saul was king, it was you who led out and brought in Israel. And the LORD your God said to you, ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Monty Newton avatar

    A Culture Of Godly Leadership Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 23, 2012
     | 6,974 views

    A church is positioned to be most effective when leaders are chosen on the basis of their reputation for living a Christ-like life and having wise discernment.

    Title: A Culture of Godly Leadership Text: Acts 6:1-7 Thesis: A church is positioned to be most effective when leaders are chosen on the basis of their reputation for living a Christ-like life and having wise discernment. We are on a Pathway to Congregational Vitality. We want to be a Healthy ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Lay Man avatar

    Korah's Rebellion Against Godly Leaders

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,623 views

    They came as a group to oppose Moses and Aaron and said to them, “You have gone too far! The whole community is holy, every one of them, and the Lord is with them. Why then do you set yourselves above the Lord’s assembly? - Numbers 16:3 We read thi ...

    They came as a group to oppose Moses and Aaron and said to them, “You have gone too far! The whole community is holy, every one of them, and the Lord is with them. Why then do you set yourselves above the Lord’s assembly? - Numbers 16:3 We read this shocking story in the book of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Apple avatar

    The Quiet Confidence Of The Godly Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 43 ratings
     | 6,778 views

    UNJUSTIFIED REPROACH AND REJECTION SHOULD NOT DISTURB THE QUIET CONFIDENCE OF THE GODLY LEADER

    BIG IDEA: UNJUSTIFIED REPROACH AND REJECTION SHOULD NOT DISTURB THE QUIET CONFIDENCE OF THE GODLY LEADER I. (:1) PRESENT PETITION FOR HELP INSPIRED BY PAST RELIEF A. Answered Prayer is the Goal for Petition for Help "Answer me when I call" "hear my prayer" B. Righteousness and Grace is the ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Godly Society Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 8, 2016
     | 4,778 views

    what makes a good godly society?

    How would you define society?? When did society start?? Turn with me briefly to Genesis 4:1-5…. Society is God ordained, for people are called to live with each other; but society can be good or bad, why?? And so, what makes a good society?? Let’s read Joshua 1:10-18 and note what ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tony Klinedinst avatar

    Choosing A Leader

    Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Mar 14, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,137 views

    This sermon was presented just before the 2000 presidential elections. It compares the lives of Saul, David and Solomon and works toward identifying characteristics of Godly leaders.

    Choosing a Leader I Samuel 13:5-15; 15:1-23; 28:3-20 II Samuel 24:18-25 2 Chronicles 1:8-12 I. Our leaders should be people who are unwilling to compromise God’s Word. A. Who doesn’t compromise in Washington? 1. "If you don’t compromise, you won’t accomplish anything." 2. IE: ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Being Led Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 2, 2019
     | 6,117 views

    The author of Hebrews commands the congregation to remember, imitate, have confidence in and submit to godly leaders. The godly leaders who should be imitated are those who have a consistency in their relationship with Jesus, are biblically wise, and who equip the church to be distinct.

    Message Hebrews 13:7-17 Being Led When you read through your Bible, especially the New Testament, you will regularly come across headings. The purpose of the headings is to give guidance on the different sections of Scripture that part of the same topic or section. The technical term for this is ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Making Of A Godly Leader: David’s Journey Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 268 views

    Leadership in God’s kingdom is never accidental. It is a journey shaped by process, forged in obscurity, tested through adversity, and crowned with divine approval.

    THE MAKING OF A GODLY LEADER: DAVID’S JOURNEY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 78:70-72, 1 Samuel 17, 1 Samuel 24, 2 Samuel 5:1-4, Acts 13:22, Luke 16:10 INTRODUCTION: Leadership in God’s kingdom is never accidental. It is a journey shaped by process, ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bledar Valca avatar

    Godly Leadership

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,149 views

    Virtues of a leader

    Godly Leadership Proverbs 31:1-9 It has been said that “there is no poor man if he has had a godly mother” or “after every great man stands a godly woman.” In Proverbs 31:1-9 we find the counsel of a godly mother given to his son, the king. The advice given to him was as much needed in the society ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Complete Belief Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 19, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,940 views

    Belief in Jesus Christ must be a complete commitment to the totality of Jesus Christ!

    Before we read our passage this morning, let us note the major truths about life. We really should always keep these basic truths in mind. What is the most important truth about life?? 1. God created life (people)! What are the next major truths about people and God?? 2. People disobey their ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Independent/Bible