Sermons on Human Leaders:

Not A Fan: Follow The Leader Series

Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jan 9, 2013

First in series of messages based on the book NOT A FAN calling Christians to move from being fans of Jesus to becoming committed followers.

Not a Fan Series – Message #1 - LWCC09162012 September 16, 2012 Discuss the Children’s Game: Follow the Leader • The expectation is that whatever the leader does, the followers will do as well • It’s such a simple thing, and children get it and do it and enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Church Leaders Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013

We are going to look at the church’s first business meeting if you will. We are introduced to the remaining eleven apostles tonight. We are going to look at the replacing and the replacement for number twelve, and why this is significant.

The early church had a vacancy. Jesus had named twelve apostles to carry out the ministry of being His witnesses. Now there was only eleven. There was one position left to fill. That was a big opening to fill. In the past two weeks, we have studied the Great Commission and the Ascension of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah: A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2013

If I were asked to point to a great leader and the Bible (other than Jesus), I would point to Nehemiah. This sermon series will show many reasons why this is the case.

If someone asked me what I believed the best book in the bible on Leadership is, I would tell them to go straight to Nehemiah. Every single chapter in this book gives us great characteristics of a godly leader. In this lesson, I would like to look at the first 2 chapters of this great book, to show ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Leader-Ship & You”

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 16, 2009

Prov 29:18 “Where there is no vision, the people perish…” “Sin visión (profética) el pueblo perecerá…”

“Leader-ship & You” 6/3/2007 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com Prov 29:18 “Where there is no vision, the people perish…” “18Sin visión (profética) el pueblo perecerá…” Throughout history there have been many leaders, good or bad, who have made a great impact in our World. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Apostolic

A Leader That Empowers People

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

Servant leadership is when a leader humbles him or herself to be on the same level as those who are served. In the eyes of the Lord we are all equal, and for one to rise above another and say that they are better or more righteous is ungodly. What we ar

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Dwight L. Moody once said, “The measure of a man is not how many servants he has, but how many men he serves.” This morning’s sermon is focus on: “Servant Leadership that Empowers the People.” Servant leadership is when a leader humbles him or herself to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Salvation Army

Reminder To New Leaders

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 9, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a new leader? Have you been promoted recently? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: New leaders III. OBJECTIVES: To remind the new leaders that GOD is with them. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 31:6,8 6. So be strong and courageous! Do

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a new leader? Have you been promoted recently? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: New leaders III. OBJECTIVES: To remind the new leaders that GOD is with them. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 31:6,8 6. So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leaders, Losers And Learners Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Dec 5, 2011

Allow me to shed some light on three arenas; authority, agony and academics.

LEADERS, LOSERS AND LEARNERS ECCLESIASTES 8:1-17 Introduction: In chapter 8 Solomon continues his theme on wisdom. Allow me to shed some light on three arenas: authority, agony and academics. Let me put it this way. I. The Traits of Wise Leaders (v. 1-9) These verses are for all who are in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of Godly Leaders

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Dec 5, 2011

This sermon challenges church leaders to step up to the plate and follow God's direction so they can be successful in his Kingdom's work.

Introduction: A. The story of Nehemiah: 1. It was about 445 B. C. and some of God’s people were still living in the old Babylonian Empire which was now ruled by the Persians. 2. God had allowed his people to be taken captive as punishment for their disobedience to him. 3. After seventy years ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The One World Leader Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 31, 2012

The more the world we know today become antichrists it is shaping itself up for a leader that will enforce its philosophy. John is given a revelation of that it chapter 6 of the book of Revelations.

The One World Leader Rev. 6:1-3 In Chapter 4: • The Rapture takes place “Come up hither” • The believers and the angels are all around the throne of God In Chapter 5: • God the Father sits on the throne holding a book which is the deed and title to the earth • No ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Good Leader

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 22, 2007

Let’s consider from the life of Barnabas some marks of a good leader and how we can apply them to our lives. 1- Looks for God at work 2- Encourages others 3- Influences others for Christ

INTRO.- ILL.- Someone asked: How do you know when a politician is telling the truth? When he pulls his ear, he is telling the truth. When he rubs his nose, he is telling the truth, but when he opens his mouth, he is lying. I’m sure that’s how many people feel about most politicians. ILL.- They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deacons: Servant Leaders

Contributed by John Raulerson on Nov 7, 2007

A call to deaconship is a call to serve. Deacons are called to minister to the body of Christ and not act as a ruling body.

DEACONS: SERVANT LEADERS ACTS 6:1-7, 1 TIM 3:8-12 When Jesus came to earth He turned conventional theological understanding and religious hierarchy upside down. Before Jesus came places of position, power, and influence were sought after in the religious. As a matter of fact, those in places ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Servant Leaders - Evangelists

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 19, 2007

What it takes to build an Evangelistic church. This is part of cooperative mini-series on servant leaders. All of the messages were based on Eph 4:11-16

Name one Miss America winner Name three Academy Award winners Name the five wealthiest people in the world Name five Heisman Trophy Winners Name five winners of the Nobel Prize Name five World Series winners As you reflect on these questions you quickly realize that very few people would know the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Commitment Of A Servant-Leader Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Aug 22, 2007

A great number of people called themselves Christians who want to be served than to serve. There are many who aspire in leadership but very few will aspire to servant-hood.

THE COMMITMENT OF A SERVANT-LEADER Luke 9:57-62 (I preached this message during my employment at Philippine Missionary Institute) Illustration: S. I. McMillen, in his book "None of These Diseases," tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

False Leaders Of Israel

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 11, 2011

I. AUDIENCE PROFILE: My fellow leaders and workers/ my teacher: Kuya Ranel Reyes II. OBJECTIVES: To extract good leadership from the false ones

I. AUDIENCE PROFILE: My fellow leaders and workers/ my teacher: Kuya Ranel Reyes II. OBJECTIVES: To extract good leadership from the false ones III. TEXT: ISAIAH 56:10-12 (Magandang Balita Biblia - TPV - Tagalog Popular Version) 10 Ang sabi niya, "Bulag ang mga pinuno na dapat ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Playing Follow The Leader Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011

This is the fourth message in a series that takes a fresh look at the twenty-third Psalm. This message examines the leadership provided by the shepherd.

How many of you have ever played “Simon Says?” As you know, “Simon Says” is a more detailed version of the game “Follow the Leader.” The object of the game is to listen closely to the instructions given by the leader to make sure that you can stay in the game. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ