Sermons on Jesus Leadership:

How Long?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 1, 2010

How long will it take us to not only listen to the voice of Christ; but also, to act like we actually hear Christ speak?

How Long? John 10: 22 - 30 Intro: One of the hymns I remember from my childhood came to me when I read this passage of scripture. It is “How Long Has It Been.” The opening words of the hymn are “How long has it been since you talked with the Lord . . .” I connected ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pastor's Conference

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021

This is a message I preached at a pastor's conference for uplifting, encouraging, and guiding the pastor's to fight the good fight well!

Pastors Conference Focus Verse: Psalms 73:24 – “You guide me with your counsel, and afterward you will take me up in glory.” Fellow pastors, we have a special call placed upon our lives. The Word of God tells us that anyone who “aspires to be an overseer, desires a noble work” (1 Timothy 3:1). We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:24, 1 Timothy 3:1, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Psalm 119:105, Philippians 1:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Peter And Andrew's Revivals Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 16, 2021

Eleven of the twelve apostles were revived in spirit. Let's begin a series examining first of all the revival experienced by Peter and Andrew.

Eleven of the twelve apostles were revived in spirit. Let's begin a series examining first of all the revival experienced by Peter and Andrew. 1) Simon Peter’s Revival Can a run-of-the-mill laborer experience revival and become a prominent church leader? Peter, an ordinary man, answered ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faithful Parents Mary & Joseph Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 8, 2011

In spite of the hardships Mary and Joseph had to deal with, they were faithful to God!

We continue to study the Gospel of Luke. Jesus Christ was born in Bethlehem because His earth parents Joseph and Mary had to go there to register for the Roman Empire. In our passage today we will read that the family went to Jerusalem. Here’s a question: As Mary and Joseph dealt with Baby Jesus or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Love And Our Duties

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Apr 29, 2010

God has demonstrated his love for us in no uncertain terms. How about us? Do we demonstrate our love for Him?

God’s Love and our Duties I am excited to be here this evening and as I was meditating on the message that God wants to bring to us this evening, God showed me three things. The first is the undeniable, unquestionable and everlasting truth. That God loves us. He has loved us from the very ...read more

Scripture: John 13:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Privilege Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 23, 2014

To be in a position of privilege is to be in a positino to think of and serve others.

Title: Privilege Text: Matthew 20:20-28 (Mark 10:35-45) Thesis: To be in a position of privilege is to be in a position to think of others (serevice). Introduction: James D. Berkley, author of The Leadership Handbook wrote, “All I ask of life is a constant and exaggerated sense of my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fellowship, Training And Proclaiming Part 1 Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

3 keys for a successful ministry as applied by The Lord.

Fellowship, Training and Proclaiming The Book of Mark Mark 3:7-19 I. Any successful ministry will grow in time. A. That is what we see with Jesus’ Galilean ministry. 1. Huge crowds followed Him where ever He went. a) They came from all over Palestine as they heard about His works. (1) As far south ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

If You Want To Be Great Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 16, 2012

Leadership in the Kingdom of God is about service and humility. It is about working at a level where you are equal or even below everybody else.

Illustration: A Sunday School Teacher was trying to train her kids. She had told them how to behave, and especially since she was teaching at the Sunday school, she wanted to make sure her kids were behaving properly. To make sure that they understood, she asked, "Now why is it that we do not make ...read more

Denomination: *other

"3 Stages Of Spirituality - Part 3" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 16, 2016

One who is mature in the faith will act as a spiritual parent to others.

John speaks of 3 stages of spiritual development. Level 1 is spiritual childhood. The challenge here is seeking to walk with God. Next, is the level of spiritual adolescence. The challenge here is striving to work with God. Now, we come to the third stage mentioned by John. Stage 3: Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Help Others

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 23, 2023

The foot washing narrative, John 13:1-20 is all about servant leadership.

Help Others John 13:12-20 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 12 So when He had washed their feet, and taken His garments and reclined at the table again, He said to them, “Do you know what I have done to you? 13 “You call Me Teacher and Lord; and you are right, for so I am. 14 “If I then, the Lord and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Our Commitments To Marriage Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 7, 2017

Series on Marriage.

Celebrating Marriage #101 -- Pt 3 Introduction: What makes a successful marriage? There is no more lovely, friendly and charming relationship, communion or company than a good marriage. Martin Luther It was the only ambition I ever had - not to be a dancer or Hollywood movie star, but to be a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

A Privileged Partnership

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Oct 14, 2025

As believers, we are called not only to follow Christ but to partner with Him and with one another in His mission. It’s an amazing thought — the Almighty God invites us to be His co-laborers!

A PRIVILEGED PARTNERSHIP Pastor Joel Bernardino – October 14, 2025 Introduction As believers, we are called not only to follow Christ but to partner with Him and with one another in His mission. It’s an amazing thought — the Almighty God invites us to be His co-laborers! The apostle Paul reminds ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:6-9

Manner And Message Of Paul

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 1, 2016

The manner of Paul's life was consistent with the message God had given him to preach. Now Paul is telling these leaders to follow his example (his lifestyle) and hold to the same message. This is something we as Christians must do today.

Manner & Message of Paul
 (08-16-15 www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) We take as our text ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-27

Denomination: Charismatic

Encountering God: Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 3, 2013

Who Was Jacob?

Pastors Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: Jacob: From Deceiver to Saint Lesson 1: Encountering God A. WHO WAS JACOB? 1. Second twin son born to Isaac and Rebekah. a. Famous grandfather Abraham. b. Fraternal ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Is "Church" A Dirty Word? Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on Jun 3, 2008

At this point in Christian history we’ve been so ingrained with our concept of what “church” is, it can be a real shock to our systems to find out what the Bible says it is.

I may have opened a can of worms by bringing up the definition of “church.” At this point in Christian history we’ve been so ingrained with our concept of what “church” is, it can be a real shock to our systems to find out what the Bible says it is. I got a phone call from my buddy Roger this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational