Sermons on Leading:

Part 2: The Cave Is Part Of The Calling Series

Contributed by Rev Emmanuel O. Adejugbe on Jan 29, 2026

After the oil falls, the running begins. Most of us expect a palace, but David found a cave.The Cave of Adullam wasn't a detour; it was a divine classroom.

The Path Gets Darker Before It Gets Brighter You know what nobody tells you about destiny? "God often relocates us downward before He lifts us upward" After the anointing comes the running. After the moment God says "yes" comes the season where everything says "no." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ylead? Series

Contributed by Jeremy Farmer on Oct 23, 2006

In this message, we will discover why leadership is essential in our walk with God.

Lesson #1: Leadership is absolutely essential What does being a leader mean? What do leaders do that other people don’t? 1. There is a vacuum of leadership today Judges 2:10-11 ”After that whole generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation grew up, who knew neither the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eat The Frog Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

By setting measurable, meaningful, and maintainable goals, we can replace bad habits with good ones and achieve almost anything.

Let's talk about dominoes. You know, those little rectangular tiles we line up and knock over for fun? Well, did you know a single domino can knock over another one that's 1.5 times its size? That's right! A tiny domino can start a chain reaction that leads to something huge. This is just like our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45

Topics: Building Habits, Good Habits, Habit Formation, Positive Habits

Security Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 24, 2003

This sermon is an adaptation from a book by John Maxwell, "The Twenty-one Indispensible Qualities of a Leader."

Security Matthew 11:28-30; Psalm 103:11-12; John 3:17 August 11, 2003 I. We have talked about a lot of things dealing with leadership, and I know that some of you may be wondering when we are going to be through with this subject, and we are getting closer. A. But there are some more things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Psalm 103:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Stubbornness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 29, 2024

Stubbornness is a trait that can manifest in various ways, from refusing to listen to others to resisting God's guidance.

Stubbornness is a trait that can manifest in various ways, from refusing to listen to others to resisting God's guidance. Today, we'll explore the dangers of stubbornness and its consequences, as warned in Scripture. I. The Definition of Stubbornness - Stubbornness is a refusal to change ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:67-68, Proverbs 29:1

That Is Not There! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the profound implications of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing the transformative power of Christ's life within us and our call to live by faith.

Greetings, beloved. I am so grateful you are here today, for we have been called to gather in His name, in His house, to seek His wisdom and His guidance. We are here, united in faith, ready to receive His word and His teachings. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Our Lord is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Topics: Incorrect Christian Thinking

The Long Way Home

Contributed by John Blair on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION: When I was in the 6th grade, I remember very plainly that there was a certain boy who had one goal in life.

INTRODUCTION: When I was in the 6th grade, I remember very plainly that there was a certain boy who had one goal in life. That was to chase me down and try to beat me up—he lived for this. One day my sister came to meet me at lunch and told me that she heard there was a plan for this boy to ambush ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:17-22

The Hand In The Coconut

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 15, 2005

Using an illustration showing how we not only grab things of this world, but we hold on to them in spite of approaching spiritual death.

For those of you who were not able to be here last Sunday evening, Pastor Willie presented one of the best sermons I have heard in a very long time. In that sermon was an illustration that I thought was perhaps the best I have ever heard involving how we may want God, but we want what is in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36

Denomination: *other

Lessons In Leadership Pt2

Contributed by Brian Menear on Jun 14, 2007

How do we best select leaders for the church and what are their roles?

Path of Light Ministries Principals of Leadership What does the Bible say foremost about the qualifications of leaders for the church? 1 Timothy 3 3 It is a true saying that if someone wants to be an elder, he desires an honorable responsibility. 2 For an elder must be a man whose life cannot be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying With Jesus: Our Father Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 12, 2019

The Lord's Prayer begins with defining the relationship: God our Father is strong, loving, and faithful/

Have you ever said something like this? “I don’t know how it happened. I got sucked in, and I couldn’t seem to avoid it.” “Why did I say that? It was stupid and wrong—and I didn’t really mean to.” “I want that so bad! I know I really shouldn’t, but…” “Man, what was I thinking? How did I let it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13, Isaiah 57:15, Colossians 4:4-6, John 1:12-13, Deuteronomy 33:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praying With Jesus: Overcoming Temptation Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 15, 2019

As we pray, we recognize sources of temptation: the world, the flesh, and the devil. We commit ourselves to overcoming with God's help: Know what is right, tell the truth, build a life too good to lose, and play to win.

PRAYING LIKE JESUS: OVERCOMING TEMPTATION—Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Corinthians 10:12-14 Have you ever said something like this? “I don’t know how it happened. I got sucked in, and I couldn’t seem to avoid it.” “Why did I say that? It was stupid and wrong—and I didn’t really mean to.” “I want that so bad! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Corinthians 10:12-14, Ephesians 6:12, 1 Peter 5:8, Romans 13:14, 1 John 2:15-16, James 1:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

Explores the depth of Jesus Christ's love, guidance, and commitment as our Good Shepherd, urging us to trust and obey Him, even in challenges.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we seek to immerse ourselves in the divine wisdom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our hearts are open, our spirits are willing, and we are ready to receive the nourishment that only God's Word can provide. We are here today to celebrate ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Topics: Characteristics, Good Shepherd

God, Where Are You Taking Me?

Contributed by James May on Nov 6, 2011

Often following the perfect will of God means that we are out of step with the world and even with what's happening in the church. We must learn to follow the voice of the Great Shepherd.

God, Where Are You Taking Me? By Rev. James May As Jesus walked the shores of the Sea of Galilee, at the beginning of his earthly ministry, his first objective was to find men who would become his disciples. And while it is clear that Jesus already knew exactly which men he would choose; it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Meeting In The Presence

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Apr 27, 2006

We need to understand we are influencing people about God and we need to have a heart like Joshua towards God.

Until Wednesday afternoon this past week, I really had no idea what God wanted us to focus on this morning, which is pretty rare. It doesn’t take but a few minutes around me to realize that normally I am planned and organized way in advance. When I gave out the Youth Ministry calendars in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Responsibility Of Elders In The Church

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Aug 25, 2006

In the Scriptures, Pastors are referred to as "bishop, elder, and overseer." Why are they referred to in this way. In this message, Pastor Steve will examine these and more terms as he talks about the responsibility of elders in the church.

We have completed our look at what elders are to be and now we’re looking at what elders are to do. In doing that, I would like to define the term that is found in 1 Timothy 3:1. It is the term translated "bishop." The term "bishop" is not a good translation because "it carries modern ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational