Sermons on Leadership Roles In The Church:

The Body Of Christ, And You

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 12, 2007

Encouragement for Christians who wonder what their role is in the church of the Living God.

1 CORINTHIANS 12:27 THE BODY OF CHRIST, AND YOU “Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.” Many Christians know what the Bible teaches, but this knowledge does not necessarily mean that we who bear the Name of the Master eagerly embrace the instruction of the Word. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 28, 2014

A series looking at the Church.

The Church Hebrews 10:19-25 September 8, 2013 For the next few weeks we are going to take a look at The Church. Not necessarily First Baptist Church, yet, this is all about First Baptist Church, but it’s really about the universal CHURCH. But when I talk about the universal church, I am ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Sheep Need Shepherds

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004

We need elders who are willing to stand up and speak the truth when the truth is needed. Men who aren’t worried about their image, but concerned about the direction of the church. Men who are looking to build up the body and not themselves.

Sheep Need Shepherds (Church Elders Needed) Introduction: Two weeks ago = Jesus, Lord & Savior, perfect leader Last week = 12 apostles, ordinary men, unqualified leaders This week, according to the title of the sermon, Sheep Need Shepherds, we will look at the need that we as a church have, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Still In The Beginning!

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Feb 24, 2007

For us to continue in the love God has shown us we must pass that love on to others. In Acts 6 we see love being passed on even before there were Elders in the church. In Acts 6 we see the church moving on a road map God had laid out for the new group o

Still in the Beginning! Back in Dec. I started a series of messages about being in a new beginning, and we still are. We have fallen short of goals we set but not in the spirit of which we set them. Weather, sickness, vacations, travel and priorities have slowed us down. Yes even discouragement has ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healthy Relationships Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

52nd message from Ephesians addressing healthy relationships resulting from the filling of the Spirit.

“Healthy Relationships” The Role and Responsibility of the Wife Ephesians 5:22-24 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 E. Live in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Healing Centered-Trauma-Informed Church Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. John Varughese on May 13, 2025

Prioritizing the role of church community in trauma recovery. Dr. john Varughese Faulty of Counseling Psychology & Mental Health Evangel College and Seminary www.ecsus.org

DEFINITIONS: 1. Psychological/Mental Health Trauma: A profound emotional and psychological response to distressing events that feel overwhelming or difficult to cope with. It can stem from incidents such as accidents, natural disasters, war, violence, abuse, neglect, or the loss of a loved ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Galatians 6:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Passing The Buck

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 16, 2023

Only cowards sidestep and evade responsibility, give 1000 excuses but the challenge is to accept responsibility and complete it.

Passing the buck Matthew 27:24 When Pilate saw that he was getting nowhere, but that instead an uproar was starting, he took water and washed his hands in front of the crowd. “I am innocent of this man’s blood,” he said. “It is your responsibility!” When the uproar was high and eerie, Pilate the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Focus On Your God-Given Role In Marriage

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 19, 2009

Focus on Your God-given Role in Marriage 1) Wives submit to your husband. 2) Husbands love your wife.

I don’t suppose it’s easy coaching peewee football. Every kid who shows up for tryouts wants to be quarterback or running back. No one wants to play on the offensive line where you’ll be treated like a human bowling pin and for what? Offensive linemen rarely score touchdowns. But of course if you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Godly Woman's Role In The Home Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore few traits and responsibilities of a godly woman in the home, as outlined in Scripture.

1: Submission A godly woman submits to her husband, recognizing his authority and leadership in the home. (Ephesians 5:22-24, 1 Peter 3:1-6) 2: Respect A godly woman shows respect to her husband, valuing his opinions and decisions. (Ephesians 5:33, 1 Peter 3:1-6) 3: Support A godly woman supports ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24, Hebrews 13:2

How To Judge Not

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 27, 2013

Don't judge me! Who are you to judge me? Popular ideas in today's culture need biblical guidance. Let's look a bit at what this is all about and how God wants us to understand and act regarding judging others.

Matthew 7 Jesus' words: do not judge, are perhaps the most popular words of our culture today. How do you judge not? Particularly, how do you judge not as Jesus taught us? This command in the sermon on the mount is couched in front of another command that seems very much like a judgment call. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Every Wife Owes Her Husband

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 28, 2013

First in family series Walking in Harmony

What Every Wife Owes Her Husband Walking in Harmony, pt. 1 Ephesians 5:22-24 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/130828.mp3 So far we have seen how to walk in unity, in purity, and now in harmony, followed by in victory. What is a feminist? What makes one radical/militant? Are you pro-woman? What ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do When You Get A New Pastor?

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Nov 12, 2008

A message given to a church in anticipation of getting a new pastor.

What do you do when you get a new pastor? I recommend that you play it SAFE. Now let me explain what I mean by safe I want you to write this down. Support him Affirm him Follow him Engage him Eph 4:11 I. Support him. A. 1Tim. 5:17-18 Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Listening, Learning, Loving”

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

Today we celebrate the Installation of Church officers for the year.

“Listening, Learning, Loving” “Where there is no vision, the people perish” Proverbs 29:18a KJV Intro: Today we celebrate the Installation of Church officers for the year. With a Reaffirmation or Remembering of your Baptism. Every one of you is called to Christian service by the higher ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hezekiah's Passover (2 Chronicles 30)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 22, 2025

What happens under good national and church leadership?

Did people celebrate a revival under Hezekiah? Do we need a reformation, a return to the faith that was delivered to the saints once for all? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 30. Was the cleansing of the temple appropriately timed for Passover season? Hezekiah sent word to all Israel and Judah and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What’s In Your Job Description?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 4, 2010

Being too comfortable can lock us into our ways. We hide behind the walls all to often. But there are others ways of being visable.

What’s in Your Job description? Ephesians 4:11-16 There was once a farmer that frequently described his Christian faith by saying, “Well, I’m not making much progress, but I am well established!” One spring he was hauling some logs on a trailer. It has been especially ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Congregational