Sermons on Leadership:

A Few Good Men Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 21, 2013

God is looking for a few good men to lean on him; lead like him; and learn to love as he does.

1. Men ARE from Mars and Women ARE from Venus – Communication Issues a. I heard a story that seems appropriate to the subject. A woman visited an attorney and was fed up with her husband and wanted a divorce, and she says to the attorney, ‘I wish to file for a divorce’. He says, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Vision

Contributed by Sesan Banjo on Jul 1, 2011

Grants you an understanding of what a vision is, the effects of having a vision, the pathway to getting a vision and the vital steps to fulfilling your God given vision.

TOPIC: THE POWER OF VISION TEXT: HABAKKUK 2:1-4; PROV. 29:18; GEN.15:1-6 PREACHER: SESAN BANJO A. Introduction B. What Is Vision? C. The Basic Elements of Vision D. The Power/Effects of Vision E. The Pathway To Getting A Vision F. Scriptural Steps/Strategies to Fulfilling The ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

One False Step…. Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 8, 2012

Many are led into false ways by one false step of a good man! If you are the leader of a church, youth leader, parent or in any position of authority, watch out, you need to be a good example.

One false step…. Judges 8:21” Then Zebah and Zalmunna said, Rise thou, and fall upon us: for as the man is, so is his strength. And Gideon arose, and slew Zebah and Zalmunna, and took away the ornaments that were on their camels' necks.” Many are led into false ways by one ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Church Leaders Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 26, 2014

What qualities should church leaders have?

Several weeks ago we started our study of the Letter to Titus. We noted at the beginning of the letter that all Christians are to pursue godliness. A couple of weeks ago we celebrated Mother’s Day by going to Titus Chapter 2 to note specific instructions for women. Last week we looked at ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:6-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Moses' Mighty Men Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 16, 2016

Message 15 shows Jethro's advice to Mose about his administration as a warning to pastors who try to do too much, without delegating some of the work to others,, especially lay church leaders

15 MOSES’ MIGHTY MEN Exodus 18 D. The Steps to Sinai 3. The Management Problem There was a certain pastor who disappeared every Friday afternoon around four o’clock. He would get in his car, drive off, and come back in about an hour. His ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:1-27, Exodus 18:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Timothy Joins The Team! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 25, 2018

It takes more than leadership to built up the Kingdom of God, but good leaders can make a significant difference.

Timothy Joins the Team! (Acts 16:1-5) 1. Joke: A not-too-bright lady was stuck in a snowstorm when she remembered her dad's advice: "If you ever get stuck in a snowstorm, wait until a snowplow drives by and then follow it." Eventually she saw a snowplow so she followed it along in her car. After ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Leadership Tips From The Wisest Human Who Ever Lived

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 9, 2005

Before making any decision we need to do three things: 1). Get all the facts you can 2). Be open to new ideas 3). Hear all sides of the story before you make your leadership decisions. Ten points

Leadership Tips From the Wisest Human of All Time Most things tend to rise or fall on the basis of leadership. If we have great leaders we are able to enjoy blessings but if we follow incompetent leaders we suffer in numerous ways. Is it little wonder that people have their strongest opinions ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Occupancy Of The Land Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 19, 2023

The redeemed people of God had occupied the land under the efficient leadership of Joshua, who succeeded Moses. But the Leadership crises emerged because Joshua did not prepare anyone for the follow up. But God raised up leaders.

Text: Judges 1 Theme: Occupancy of the Land Introduction: The term JUDGE doesn’t mean someone who sits in a court and decides legal issues. The Hebrew word shaphat has more of the idea of a heroic leader, ruler, saviour, deliverer. “The Hebrew word Shophetim means to put right, and to rule. The ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Perfect Leader

Contributed by James May on Jul 22, 2009

God is our perfect Leader, and He is doing all that He can to train us to take on positions of leadership in His church.

The Perfect Leader Wednesday, July 22, 2009 By Pastor Jim May There is no one that I would rather follow than the Lord Jesus Christ. I have been led by a lot of people throughout my life; some in the military, some in the job market and some in the church. Some have been good leaders and some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:12-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Help Others

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 23, 2023

The foot washing narrative, John 13:1-20 is all about servant leadership.

Help Others John 13:12-20 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 12 So when He had washed their feet, and taken His garments and reclined at the table again, He said to them, “Do you know what I have done to you? 13 “You call Me Teacher and Lord; and you are right, for so I am. 14 “If I then, the Lord and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

What Insights Can The Bible Give Us For Relating Effectively To Our Authorities?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Ask the Lord to put people of wisdom, knowledge and Godliness in positions of leadership.

1. Ask the Lord to put people of wisdom, knowledge and Godliness in positions of leadership. Moses wrote, "And now let Pharaoh look for a discerning and wise man and put him in charge of the land of Egypt." 2. Respectfully remind authorities to serve with a healthy reverence for the Lord. David ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ways Of God Series

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

The faithfulness of God is seen in the new era of Israel under Joshua’s leadership.

The Ways of God Joshua 1,3, 4 (Scripture reading is from Psalms 77:11-15). Over the past several weeks we’ve been pushing our way through the book of Joshua, looking closely at some of the ways that God works in the lives of His people. This week I decided it was time for us to step back, take a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Son Of Man Has Authority

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

Jesus has authority over your life. Learn to submit to His leadership.

The Son of God has Authority There is a slogan of the Outback Steak House that says: “No Rules—Just Right”…but I suspect that if you showed up and didn’t wait for the hostess, took a table ahead of people waiting, ordered something not on the menu, then walked out without paying your bill, the ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Perfect Disguise

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jan 23, 2006

Churches need to be careful who they put into leadership positions. Paul says to "Beware"

The Perfect Disguise When God starts moving and working in all areas of our lives, don’t be fooled in thinking that the enemy doesn’t notice. · Expect a counter attack for every blessing · Expect a test on your spiritual life · Expect something to happen that will cause you to exercise your faith ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-2

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