Sermons on leader:

Looking After Widows And Orphans Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on May 14, 2020

James, the brother of Jesus, was the leader of the church of Jerusalem. One of their primary ministries was taking care of the widows and poor.

James 1 Looking After Widows and Orphans May 24, 2020 James 1:22, 27 NIV “Do not merely listen to Word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. 27 Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, James 1:27, Acts 6:1, Psalm 68:5-6, Proverbs 23:10-11, Proverbs 21:13, Proverbs 19:17, Proverbs 31:8-9, Philippians 1:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truth In The Face Of Contempt

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 25, 2019

When the temple leaders chastised Jesus, He teaches a lesson about TRUTH while teaching in the synagogue.

Weekend Message/Devotion August 25, 2019 Truth in the Face of Contempt Luke 13:10-17 Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Kingdom Not From Here

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 19, 2018

Is Jesus a king? How does Jesus compare to government leaders of this world? What is the truth of Jesus’ reign?

Is God’s kingdom meant to just rule in our hearts or is there more to it? Is Jesus a king? How does Jesus compare to government leaders of this world? What is the truth of Jesus’ reign? Let’s examine Pilate’s questioning of Jesus in John 18:33-37 and what Jesus had to say about His kingdom. King ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Debt. Now What? Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 7, 2023

Church leaders in the first three hundred years rebelled against the Greco-Roman culture of abandoning infants.

No Debt. Now What? December 10, 2023 James 1:27 NIV Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. Church leaders in the first three hundred years rebelled against the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:27, Proverbs 21:13, Proverbs 19:17, Proverbs 31:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Journey Through Acts (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 16, 2024

In Acts 3, the healing of a beggar leads to a homily by Peter, which leads to harassment from the religious leaders.

The Journey: Following Jesus through Acts (3) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 3 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/9/2017 If you were with us the last couple weeks, you know we began a ten-week journey through the book of Acts. The very first followers of Jesus weren’t what you might expect. ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

God’s Got This—when A Pastor Is Leaving

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 22, 2023

This sermon celebrates a transition when a pastor leaves a congregation and both having faith for their future as a leader and as a congregation.

God’s Got This—When A Pastor Is Leaving Rev. Toby Gillespie-Mobley Joshua 1:1-9 1 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 It has been said, that the only person who likes change is a baby with a dirty diaper. Change means that a transition is taking place. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul: A Model Of Christian Leadership Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Oct 9, 2022

We have the opportunity to affect those that we lead; at the same time we are affected by other leaders.

The world is full of all kinds of models of leadership. Some good, some not so good. Have you ever had a boss like this? You know, in my life I've had some good bosses. I've had some ones that not so good. I've had ones that I've learned from, that have encouraged me. I've had ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is He Worthy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of honoring, valuing, and heeding the service and stewardship of our spiritual leaders in the church community.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is truly a blessing to gather together in the house of the Lord, to draw near to Him and to each other. As we gather in His name, let us remember that we are not just attendees, but active participants in the living, breathing body of Christ. Each one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-18

Topics: Pastor's Anniversary

"For God To Be God, The Leader-King-Lord In Our Lives, Requires Our Acquies

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 30, 2001

Year A. Second Sunday in Advent December 9th, 2001 Title: “For God to be God, the leader-king-lord in our lives, requires our acquiescence and requires it every minute of our lives.”

Year A. Second Sunday in Advent December 9th, 2001 Title: “For God to be God, the leader-king-lord in our lives, requires our acquiescence and requires it every minute of our lives.” FIRST READING: ISAIAH 11:1-10 A shoot shall come out from the stump ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Paul’s Message In Rome Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 19, 2022

Paul was telling the Jewish leaders in Rome about the kingdom of God from the law and the prophets from morning to evening. Some of these Jewish leaders were convinced that Jesus is the Messiah others refused to believe. Are we convinced that Jesus is the Christ, or do we refuse to believe?

Background to Paul’s message in Rome After his third missionary Journey Paul went to Jerusalem. There he was arrested at the Temple and falsely accused of bringing Trophimus a gentile into the temple (Acts 21:29). He was sent to Caesarea because of the plot to kill him if he was taken to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

If I Lead Will Anyone Follow? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 11, 2015

Every church needs to be led. How does someone with the gift of leadership lead the church the way God wants them to? How can leaders avoid hurting God's church? And how can a leader be sure they're leading the church the way they should?

OPEN: I once talked with a friend of mine who told about the new preacher his congregation had hired. In the type of church my friend attends they have “pastors” who are placed in the position of running the church. And my friend was talking about the great respect he had for his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship The Greatest King

Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 26, 2023

Throughout human history vastly powerful empires, nations, and leaders have come and go. But God's divine power is sovereign and eternal. When Christ comes again ALL people (including powerful leaders) will have to bow down and submit to His Kingship.

The Bible says in Psalms 47:1-9 NIV; 1. Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries of joy. 2. For the Lord Most High is awesome, the great King over all the earth. 3. He subdued nations under us; peoples under our feet. 4. He chose our inheritance for us, the pride of Jacob, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 47:1-9, Exodus 6:24, Isaiah 45:23, Philippians 2:10-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Aim Of Christian Manhood

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Jun 15, 2002

Every man is called to be a mature leader. He must accept the responsibility for being God’s image bearer.

The Aim of Christian Manhood A real man is a man of God in all ways. 1.) What is a real man? (Attractive, Strong, Rich, Powerful, Star quality?) 2.) God’s man may be these things, but he is much more! 3.) When we compare the man of the world to God’s man he is wimpy, wimpy, wimpy!!! 4.) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Gapstanders: The Role Of Intercession

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 26, 2007

Prayer is important to the church today. There is a high calling that God wants many to enlist as interceeders for their leaders, the lost, and for others.

GAP STANDERS --- THE OFFICE OF INTERCESSION IN THE CHURCH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com The other day I heard a TV preacher say the roll of intercession in the church is dead. I strongly disagree and have submitted this lesson to those that will receive --- GOD IS STILL CALLING ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ministry Of The Armor Bearer

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on May 23, 2007

Describes how we need modern day armor bearer’s to stand with our church leaders/pastors

THE MINISTRY OF THE ARMOR BEARER (part 1) Various Passages Introduction A couple of weeks ago, I preached on being part of the body You and I have been given special talents and enablements, spiritual gifts to operate in the body of Christ We all need each other…every member must be a vital ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist