Sermons on Godly Pastors And Leaders:

A Godly Mother's Influence

Contributed by David Nolte on May 10, 2022

Many well-known individuals have attributed their success to their mothers. Consider the impact of s Godly influence.

A seven-year-old boy, separated from his mother in a supermarket, began to call, “Martha! Martha! Martha!” That was his mother’s name and she came running to him quickly. “But, honey,” she admonished, “You shouldn’t call me ‘Martha’, I’m ‘Mother’ to you.” “Yes, I know,” he answered, “but there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being A Godly Mom In An Ungodly Culture

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 23, 2013

Mothers have a daunting task in this decadent culture. Being godly is their top challenge.

Being a Godly Mom in an Ungodly World Jerry Watts Titus 2:3-5 * We live in an ungodly culture. This week I began re-reading Jeremiah & like I always am, I was struck by the parallels between the actions of Israel & the present day USA. The prophet voices the question from God when he says, "What ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Be Imitators Of God

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 5, 2013

To call for Christians to imitate, or live like, their God is just as needed now as it was 2,000 years ago.

Ephesians 5:1 is rather plain, “Be imitators of God.” As God’s children, we have no higher calling or purpose in life than to be like of heavenly Father. The Way of Christ is designed to reproduce godliness in our lives and therefore mold us and shape us into the image of God. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1

Denomination: *other

Our Next Generation Of Godly Mothers

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 10, 2021

Who will train up our next generation of godly Mothers? All Scripture references are from the NASB

You have heard it said, “We are but one generation away from a being a pagan people.” This is so true. I praise God for my godly parents for the way they raised me. If it were not for them I believe I could have very well been swept up and out with the ways of the world. I know for many ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Church Be The Church Part Ii: The Pastor

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 7, 2003

FOR THE CHURCH TO BE THE CHURCH, THE CHURCH MUST LET THE PASTOR BE THE PASTOR

LET THE CHURCH BE THE CHURCH PART II: THE PASTOR EPHESIANS 4: 1—16 MAY 4, 2003 INTRODUCTION: WHAT GOD CAN’T DO A Sunday School teacher was questioning her pupils after a lesson on God’s omnipotence. "Now children," she asked, "is there anything God can’t do?" The Pastors son thrust his hand into ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Pharisee And The Tax Collector Or The Pastor And Irs Agent Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 7, 2002

Jesus told a story in Luke’s Gospel to teach us about the irony of God’s righteousness and man’s sinfulness.

INTRODUCTION Sermonic Theme Opening Statement: There are many literary forms used in the Bible. There is poetry, proverb, legal document, dramatic narrative, hymn, sermon, theological treatise, personal letter, and apocalyptic vision. And sprinkled into all of these genres are figures of speech ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

The Source Of Wisdom (By; Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 2, 2004

What is wisdom? Do we need it, or is God’s voice enough? Is the Holy Spirit a substitute for God knowledge, understanding, and wisdom? How can we understand God’s wisdom with our minds? Let’s explore!

Opening Scriptures: I Kings 3:3-15,  Col 4:2-6 "And Solomon loved the Lord, hwalking in the statutes of his father David, except that he sacrificed and burned incense at the high places. 4 Now the king went to Gibeon to sacrifice there, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:3-15, Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

So You Call Yourself A Pastor 1 Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 9, 2009

Exposition of Acts 20:17-24. First of a three part series on Paul’s charge to the elders of Ephesus at Miletus. This message is about Paul’s example of how ministry should be done.

Text: Acts 20:17-24, Title: So Call Yourself a Pastor I, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/8/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Bad preachers on God Stuff—youtube.com 30 second intro, pause it B. Background to passage: Paul is on his way back to Jerusalem to deliver an offering that he has taken up for the famined ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Disciples Are Juicy(Pastor Jose Gomez Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 6, 2006

Jesus compared his disciples to juicy grapes attached to a healthy, living vine. How important is it to bear fruit? What happens when we become lazy or self-centered and stop bearing fruit? How dependent are we on being attached to Christ?

A Tour of John 15:1-17 We Are Planted and Pruned to Produce Juicy Fruit 1 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch that doesn’t produce fruit, and he prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more. 3 You have already been pruned for ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lose Yourself (Pastor Jose Gomez Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 8, 2006

God wants us to move forward through the pressures of live. Phillipians is a Lesson In Surrender to God.

Lose Yourself The Scriptures Phillipians 1 19 For I know that this will turn out for my deliverance through your prayer and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, 20 according to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but with all boldness, as always, so now also ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Of Zeal (Pastor Jose Gomez Jr)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 8, 2006

zeal is good. It gives you the boost you need to initiate something.

119:127 Truly, I love your commands more than gold, even the finest gold. 119:128 Truly, each of your commandments is right. That is why I hate every false way. 119:129 Your decrees are wonderful. No wonder I obey them! 119:130 As your words are taught, they give light; even the simple can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:127-149

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Putting The Body Together (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

The gifts of the Holy Spirit have a context. There are boundaries and limitations that they have based on the love walk of a Christian. Find out how to maximize your gifts by tapping into the power of love and a deep relationship with the Holy Spirit.

Putting the Body Together 1 Cor 12 1 And now, dear brothers and sisters, F60 I will write about the special abilities the Holy Spirit gives to each of us, for I must correct your misunderstandings about them. 2 You know that when you were still pagans you were led astray and swept along in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

More Than A Man (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

A man of God is more than just a man.

More Than A Man I. Introduction a. Introduce Men’s Group b. High 5’s and say ‘I like you ugly’ c. Story about real manhood – my journey d. Rom 8:13 For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. e. Rom 8:14 For ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Kingdom Of Heaven? (Pastor Jose Jr)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 27, 2007

What is the Kingdom of heaven that Jesus preached?

What Is The Kingdom of Heaven? The scene is Herod angered because the Magi decided not to tell him where the new King of the Jews was. He orders the death of all male children under 2 years old born in Bethlehem. Joseph has a dream just before they get to Jesus, and moves to Nazereth. Mat 3:1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of Our Freedom (Pastor Jose Jr)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 27, 2007

How to enjoy the benefits of freedom and stand firm in Christ.

Gal 5:1-6 Christ has set us free so that we may enjoy the benefits of freedom. So keep on standing firm in it, and stop attaching yourselves to the yoke of slavery again. 2 Listen! I, Paul, am telling you that if you allow yourselves to be circumcised, Christ will be of no benefit to you. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational