Sermons on Leaders Must Learn:

Relationships With Leaders, One Another And God.

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 24, 2006

Paul instructs the Church concerning their relationships with their leaders, with one another (calling them to be very patient) and with God.

So we come this week to the end of St. Paul’s first letter to the church in Thessalonica; and I’m sure it’s worth reminding ourselves that Paul wrote this letter to the people of the church. He did not write his letter to the leaders of the church. He wrote it to the Church. The letter began like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Anglican

Identity Shapers

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 29, 2009

Our true identity results from changed behaviour.

Identity Shapers July 26, 2009 1 Peter 1:3-12 Intro: So, last Sunday I gave you some homework! Now it is time for me to check up on your homework! But don’t let that make you feel anxious, I won’t put anyone on the spot… I asked you to read 1 Peter, and I’m wondering if anyone who actually ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Bridging The Gulf Of Generational Differences

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 7, 2008

THINK is a great acronym for bridging the generatinal gulf - Is it True, helpful, inspirational, necessary and kind.

Bridging the Gulf Between Generations (Phil. 2:1-5) "If there is any encouragement in Christ, consolation of love, fellowship of the Spirit, affection and compassion. Make my joy complete by being of the same mind. Maintaining the same love. United in spirit, intent on one purpose. Do nothing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Agents Of Grace: Joab Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 8, 2015

Joab was a sinner/saint just like we are. We learn to deal with such people in patience. We also learn that we are not to base our plans on our own sinful cunning, but on trust in the Lord.

Over the past couple of months we’ve been looking at the people God used in the life of King David and today will be our last sermon in this Agents of Grace series. Of all the people we learned about, which one do you most identify with? Are you a Samuel, a mentor to younger believers? Are ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

A Teaching Church Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

A teaching church

A. INTRODUCTION “Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Primer Or What Is A Primer?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 18, 2022

Look at what our society has turned into. Look at what society considers more important to instruct our children.

What is primer or what is a primer? The online Merriam-Webster dictionary gives the following: A small book for teaching children to read - (to teach regardless of age) A small introductory book on a subject or a short informative piece of writing A compound used to ignite a spark - (needed to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Hear

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Oct 3, 2021

How to hear from God

How to Hear Exodus 3:1-5 1. You have to be in the right Place. vs 1 mountain of God Moses led those sheep about 25 miles to get to the Mt of God There were pastures close by Jethro’s place ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Love God; Love People: The Greatest Commandment (Part 1 Of 3) Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Feb 4, 2025

Love is the identifying characteristic of our faith in Jesus.

Love God; Love People: The Greatest Commandment Children were asked what love means: "Love is like an avalanche where you have to run for your life." John age 9 "When a person gets kissed for the first time, they fall down and don't get up for an hour." Wendy age ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40, 1 John 4:7-12, John 13:35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning From The Mistakes Of Others

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Dec 30, 2024

The story of Adam and Eve's decisions and actions in the garden of Eden give insights to help learn from the mistakes of others.

THE FIRST (Really) BIG MISTAKE 1. We know the story: Garden of Eden, the serpent and man. (Genesis 3) 2. God gave man clear directives and warning: Genesis 2:16-17 3. They disobeyed: The end result of Adam and Eve’s disobedience was not only that, as God had said, ‘in the day that you eat of it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Foursquare

How God Builds A Servant-Leader Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 16, 2007

I. GOD BUILDS A SERVANT-LEADER IN SOLITUDE (v.19) II. GOD BUILDS A SERVANT-LEADER IN SECRECY (v.18) III. GOD BUILDS A SERVANT-LEADER IN SAMENESS (vs. 11,19, 17:15)

HOW GOD BUILDS A SERVANT-LEADER Samuel 16:14-23 At one point in his life, King Saul had been used of the Lord to accomplish great things. Yet, these verses find the king living through desperate days. Because of Saul¡¦s rebellion, God removed His Spirit from the king and allowed an evil spirit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons Learned The Hard Way

Contributed by David Cook on Aug 8, 2010

4 Lessons Joshua and the people of God had to learn the hard way.

These are the nominees for the Chevy Nova Award. This is given in honor of the GM’s fiasco in trying to market this car in Central and South America. "No va" means, in Spanish, "No go." 1. An American T-shirt maker in Miami printed shirts for the Spanish market which promoted the Pope’s visit. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

2. Learn From Me Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 15, 2024

What does it mean to take up Jesus' Yoke?

Learn From Me Matthew 11:26-30 I invite you to turn in your Bibles to Matthew 11. If you are using one of the pew Bibles, this is page 766. I’m so glad you’re here today as we continue our series, Discipled. If that’s a new word to you, or one you’ve heard tossed around in church it simply means ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Transformed

Contributed by Afolagboye Ralph Abiodun on Oct 26, 2019

Because the nature of man is earthly and can’t live to God standard transformation is needed to please God

BE TRANSFORMED Text: Romans 12:1-2 Romans 12:1 And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. Romans 12:2 Don’t copy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Romans 7:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Emerging Leader (Part 1 - 3) Series

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jun 10, 2004

These are three news paper articles I wrote for the local newspaper, stressing our need for leadership in Government. These articles, talk about what a leader looks like, how are country was formed, and the moral issues of our day, enjoy!

Part 1 From A Pastoral Perspective...... Title: The Next Emerging Leader At any moment now we are all going to hear what we have been waiting for, the election of Prime Minister. I have been waiting for this announcement with excitement for the sole reason that we need leadership and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Must I Do? You Must Follow Christ (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 18, 2013

If we are to follow Jesus then we must walk as he walked (1 John 2:6)

WHAT MUST I DO? FOLLOW CHRIST JOHN 12:24-26 Big Idea: If we are to follow Jesus then we must walk as he walked (1 John 2:6) John 12:24-26 I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. The man who ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-26

Denomination: Nazarene