Sermons on Leaders Lead:

The Substitute King Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jun 23, 2008

First in a series on the life and reign of Saul. This message deals with the results of Israel demanding a King, and of God giving them what they request.

Trinity Baptist Church June 22, 2008 Series: Portrait of a Politician Title: The Substitute King 1 Samuel 8:1-22 I don’t know much about Samuel Clements -- Mark Twain -- when it comes to his faith. But he said something once which was dead on. He said, “Some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Living Example

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Young believers are to set an example for others to follow

A Living Example 1 Timothy 4:12-13 Series: You Pick July 14, 2013 Morning Message Series introduction: We are starting a new series of messages based on questions and topics collected for Teens and Young Adults within the church. Young leaders from the Bible David – a teenager when he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Wrapping Up God's Miraculous Work Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 30, 2017

Don't run ahead of God's leaders.

“Joshua and the people got up early in the morning and set out for the Jordan . . . then officers reminded the people . . . ‘When you see the Ark of the Covenant . . . go quickly over the Jordan . . . stay about 3,000 feet away . . . you have not come this way before’ . . . ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Ridicule Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

A Leader must be able to handle ridicule.

Handling Ridicule Nehemiah 4:1-6 I. Opposition by Ridicule (1-3) A. Ridiculed their Condition ‘feeble Jews’ (2) B. Ridiculed the wisdom behind the project ‘will they restore their wall’ (2) C. Ridiculed their trust in God ‘will they offer sacrifices’ ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Gideon's Gig Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 13, 2010

Gideon's Gig. A loser becomes a leader

Clark Kent. Loser or leader? If you ask Lois Lane, she would tell you that Clark Kent is a loser. To her Kent is that bumbling and timid co-worker at the Daily Planet newspaper - a worrier too wimpy for her taste. Superman on the other hand, well now that man of steel was Lois Lane’s idea of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24

Denomination: Lutheran

I Want What You've Got

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 1, 2019

Envy leads to destruction

I Want what you’ve got (James 4:1-4) Intro: Once there was an eagle (Bald Eagle) who was envious of another (Golden Eagle) that could fly better than he could. He asks an Indian warrior to help him kill the Golden eagle. The Warrior agreed but ask for some of his feathers to put on his arrows. The ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

How The Holy Spirit Leads Us To Trust God More Than People For Support

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit teaches us a great deal about man’s inferiority to God.

1. The Holy Spirit teaches us a great deal about man’s inferiority to God. David wrote, "Give us aid against the enemy, for the help of man is worthless. With God we will gain the victory, and he will trample down our enemies." (Psa. 60:11) Ask the Lord to help you avoid any human dependency that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 60:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In What Way Sin Makes Us Light As Chaff, But At The Same Time Heavy As Lead.

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 12, 2018

In what way sin makes us light as chaff and heavy as lead and how the atoning work of Christ can change this for repentant sinners.

Psalms 1:4 "The ungodly are not so: but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away." Psalms 38:4 "For mine iniquities are gone over mine head: as an heavy burden they are too heavy for me." PROPOSITION: To use these texts and others to show How sin makes us light as chaff and heavy as lead, and ...read more

How To Pray For Our Government Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 21, 2018

Pray for government: 1. That protects the innocent. 2. That is patient securing justice. 3. That is prompt in admitting mistakes. 4. That performs in obedience to the law. 5. Not paralyzed by partisan strife. 6. Led by godly people.

How to Pray for Our Government The Book of Acts - Part 80 Acts 22:22-23:10 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 29, 2015 *Church: We need to pray for our government. We need to pray for our leaders. That's what the Apostle Paul urges us to do 1 Timothy 2:1-6. There, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:22-30, Acts 23:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Regular Riot Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 8, 2020

Pagan society and the Gospel do not mix. If we stay true to the Word, we can expect opposition. This opposition highlights that we are in the midst of a spiritual battle.

A Regular Riot (Acts 19:21-40) 1. Sept. 1 2020 (UPI) -- An American Airlines pilot preparing to land in Los Angeles reported an unusual encounter at about 3,000 feet with a "guy in a jetpack." A recording of the conversation between the pilot and air traffic control Sunday evening at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Vision

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 14, 2010

It is what causes leaders to rise to the top of the bucket like cream. It is what separates leaders from followers, and separates mediocre leaders from great ones. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Vision Nehemiah 2:17 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Vision.html It is the #1 distinguishing mark of a leader. It is what causes leaders to rise to the top of the bucket like cream. It is what separates leaders from followers, and separates mediocre leaders from great ones. Leaders understand ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus To The Jordan River Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jan 14, 2021

Did you ever play "follow the leader" as a kid? Sure. It's a lot of fun until the leader makes you do weird things or some action you're uncomfortable with. How about following a leader you can always trust? This series is on following the only leader you can truly trust.

You can hear the audio of the sermon on my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/7293241 Jesus' Baptism - Follow the Leader Intro: • Young couple goes to visit her family for Christmas in New England. • Whole family went for a walk in the wintery wonderland. Hoping to connect with his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 9:35, 2 Corinthians 6:16, 1 Peter 1:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Offended

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2024

Would we be offended if Jesus critiqued some of our church traditions as being vain? Let’s examine Matthew 15.

Would we be offended if Jesus critiqued some of our church traditions as being vain? Let’s examine Matthew 15. Vain Traditions Was Jesus criticized over a man-made tradition? Then some Pharisees and scribes came to Jesus from Jerusalem and said, “Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

S - Tart With Authenticity (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Dec 23, 2004

all religions lead to God, or no religions lead to God? this is a question worth looking at...

Start with Authenticity Series, “Being Spiritual without being Religious” – Part 1 re•li•gion. ri-’li-j&n, from religare to restrain, tie back. 1 : An institutionalized set of systems, attitudes, beliefs, and practices. 2 archaic : scrupulous conformity.  All religions ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

We Serve The Same Purpose Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 3, 2014

With Jesus as our leader or 'coach' all believers are called to the SAME team to follow Him. He leads us, but to what? What is the purpose of following Christ? Paul makes that known here in Col 2 and this morning we will see what he means...

Sermon Brief Date Written: Sept 25, 2014 Date Preached: Sept 28, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: We Serve the SAME God Sermon Title: We Serve the SAME Purpose! Sermon Text: Colossians 2:1-23 [ESV] Introduction: Over the past few weeks we have learned that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist