Sermons on Leadership Roles In The Church:

Be An Example

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 28, 2008

Timothy was the pastor of the church at Ephesus. He was probably between 30 and 40 years old, and he had a problem. The elders in leadership at the church were all over 40 years old, and were not taking Timothy seriously because of his age. Paul’s advi

BE AN EXAMPLE Text: 1 Timothy 4:12 Introduction: •Timothy was the pastor of the church at Ephesus •Timothy was probably between 30 and 40 years old •Elders in leadership, all over 40 years old, not taking Timothy seriously •Paul’s advice: earn their respect by being an example in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

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

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 7f Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Apr 3, 2018

Part 7f of this series of sermons addresses the function of leadership and overseeing the church as shown in the New Testament by various names - elders, pastors, bishops, overseers, presbyters, and shepherds.

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13, Acts 1:15-26, Acts 6:1-6, Acts 20:28-31, 1 Peter 5:1-2, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Timothy 3:2-7, 1 Timothy 1:3-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eternity Clothes Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 26, 2010

God wants both men and women to wear holiness and peace to church.

Norma Lauby, of La Mesa, California, was browsing in the ladies’ department one day with her son who was just learning to read. Trying to read all the signs he could, he came upon one in the maternity department. “Look, Mom!” he said excitedly as he pointed at the sign. “They’re even making ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Be The Church

Contributed by Francis Balla on Sep 20, 2017

We have many church shoppers and hoppers these days, who do not have full understanding of what church really is or perhaps they are looking for a perfect Church. Let me assure you, there are no perfect churches, because there are no perfect people.

BE THE CHURCH! Romans 12:3-13 Introduction: When I ask you what is a Church, you may answer in one or two ways: A church is a building where Christians go to worship. Or a group of committed believers of Christ, figuring out how best to live out their faith. When people come to church, they come ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:3-13

Denomination: Baptist

Assimilation: Making Insiders Out Of Outsiders Presenter Copy

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 7, 2011

A lesson for your leadership on Assimilation. For more information, see student copy description.

ASSIMILATION Making Insiders Out of Outsiders Rev. J. Kevin Putty, Presenter Matthew 28:19-20 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Uncovering The Unseen Realm: Our Role As Believers Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 9, 2025

We accept the existence of things we cannot see, like gravity, wind, or radio waves. In the same way, there is a spiritual reality just as real, Yet most Christians say that Satan is just a metaphor of evil; the same with the demonic realm.

Uncovering the Unseen Realm: Our Role as Believers January 5, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Ephesians 6:10-17 2 Kings 6:15-17 Introduction: The Reality Beyond the Veil Good morning, church. Today, we step into a realm that few talk about but all of us are affected by—the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:15-17

Denomination: Brethren

Six Marks Of Leadership: Mark 3- Series

Contributed by Tim White on May 9, 2011

Most leaders are like middle-managers with superiors and subordinates and Nehemiah shows us how to both lead and follow.

I heard Adrian Rogers give this example: We all have seen Canada Geese fly in their V formation with one leg of the V formation longer than the other leg. Why do they fly in the V formation? The lead goose is making it easier for the other geese who are following his lead. He is moving the wind ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

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

Why Have You Sent For Me?

Contributed by Steven Cordle on Feb 14, 2018

A look at the work of the preacher. This is the first sermon I preach in a new congregation. I received the original outline from Wayne Burger at the Bear Valley Bible Institute in Denver and modified it over the years.

Change is something new and exciting. Not only that, it can be scary because when things change there is a certain unknown element we face. What will change bring? Will it be for the good or bad? Will this work? Did I make the right decision? All of these questions and thoughts are natural ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Jun 7, 2012

Spiritual maturity comes not in some “new” teaching, but through a deeper grasp of the cross of Christ.

Spiritual Maturity 1 Corinthians 3 For those of you who are new, we are in a series called Spiritual Wisdom in a Foolish World, looking at deep roots of our faith. The Apostle Paul wrote a letter to the Christians in ancient Corinth in Greece. The churches there were filled with immature people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Reflections Of Leadership Skills (Piano Movers)

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Feb 22, 2011

A speech given to the Mitchell County Leadership Team, Mitchell County, KS; in 2007 to inspire and encourage each member to see each one as one body.

Reflections of Leadership Skills (Piano Movers) 1 Corinthians 12: 12-26 12 Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. 13 For we were all baptized by[c] one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free—and we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Denomination: Other

The Danger Of Tunnel Vision #1 Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 3, 2004

We need to recognize the satanic tactic of tunnel vision within the church. We cannot allow our vision to be constricted. See the BIG PICTURE!

THE DANGER OF TUNNEL VISION #1 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part 1 of a 2 part series, if you need part two email me. TEXT: Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision the people perish... Ruth 1:20 Naomi says to her friends: Don’t call me Naomi any more, call me MARA: for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Ruth 1:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God