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  • Divine Call To Leadership Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 29, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,689 views

    Establish that one of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful leadership. That means appointing elders and deacons (along with their families) who are committed to their divine assignment of lovingly watching over, caring for, and shepherding the children of God.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Leadership’s: Divine Appointment 2. The Leadership’s: Divine Assignment 3. The Leadership’s: Divine Assurance Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson today will discuss the theme: “Divine Call to Leadership.” One of the church’s greatest needs is sound and faithful ...read more

  • Do You Qualify

    Contributed by Cameron Conway on Sep 28, 2010
     | 4,546 views

    What are our qualifications in our day for pastors, deacons, elders and leaders in general? Are they freshly pressed suits and ties? Are they pieces of paper with a signed by a man 99.9% of people wouldn’t recognize. Is it the personal collection of bo

    Do You Qualify? For more messages and resources by Cameron Conway visit https://conwaychristianresources.com What are our qualifications in our day for pastors, deacons, elders and leaders in general? Are they freshly pressed suits and ties? Are they pieces of paper with a signed by a man 99.9% ...read more

  • The Husband Of One Wife Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 14,439 views

    To investigate the meaning of the Christian characteristic: “the husband of one wife,” as outlined in Paul’s Pastoral Epistles to Timothy and Titus, as a prerequisite for any man “desiring the office of a bishop (elder) or deacon,” in the Lord’s church.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Husband of One Wife Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “The husband of one wife.” This is the fifteenth lesson in the sermon series: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in ...read more

  • An Officer Who Cared

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 14, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,924 views

    Message for the funeral of Carroll A. Reed, Major, U. S. Army, Ret.; combat veteran of WW II, Korea, and Vietnam; deacon

    This past summer I did a series of sermons based on Romans, chapter 12, and Paul’s admonition that we are to present our bodies as living sacrifices to God. I built the sermons around various parts of the body, and suggested how we might present our eyes, our ears, our hands, our mouths, and our ...read more

  • A Servant's Attitude!

    Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Sep 14, 2013
     | 16,573 views

    Jesus’ Triumphal Entry, A Palm Sunday Sermon; Deacon, Minister or Leadership Service/Ordination or Just Encouraging Believers to Serve with the right attitude.

    A Servant’s Attitude! Mark 11:1-2 (NIV) As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and just as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, which no one has ...read more

  • Acts Of The Apostles (11 Of 39)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022
     | 1,321 views

    Chapters 6 and 7, told us how God used the great deacon, Stephen, and how he gave his life for the gospel.

    Now we are going to study about how that affected the church. When some people who belong to church die, it does not have much of an impact on God's work, because they did not love the Lord, or His church. But when a man like Stephen dies, it leaves a vacuum for some time. Look at verse ...read more

  • The Eagle-Like Christian

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Nov 12, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,506 views

    Rev. John Henry Jowett paid a beautiful tribute to a deacon of his church. Though he was an old man, he called him “the youngest deacon in my church, always a child of the morning” and interested in every forward-looking work. He said: “I have never heard him speak about sunsets.

    THE EAGLE-LIKE CHRISTIAN So that thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s (Ps. 103:5). Commenting on these words, “Thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s,” the late Rev. John Henry Jowett paid a beautiful tribute to a deacon of his church. Though he was an old man, he called him “the youngest ...read more

  • Servant Of All

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 19, 2024
     | 760 views

    Jesus lived out and taught us how to become great in the Kingdom of God. We not only deny ourselves, pick up our cross and follow Jesus, but humble ourselves to become servant to all.

    WHEN WE THINK OF SERVICE TO OTHERS AND ALL THE POSSIBLE WAYS TO ENGAGE OUR ABILITIES, I READ A RATHER HUMOROUS WAY OF LOOKING AT THIS WHICH SAID, ““IF YOU THINK YOU ARE TOO SMALL TO BE EFFECTIVE, YOU HAVE NEVER BEEN IN BED WITH A MOSQUITO.” HOWEVER, ON A MORE SERIOUS NOTE, I LIKE THE WORDS OF JOHN ...read more

  • Why?

    Contributed by Greg Stine on Nov 25, 2000
    based on 85 ratings
     | 6,148 views

    This sermon was preached two days after the 19 year old brother of one of our deacons was tragically killed; it deals with the tough questions of life.

    "WHY?" - Romans 8 2/20/00 Romans 8:1, 15-39 One of the unpleasant realities of the human existence is the fact that there are many more questions than answers. Adolph Hitler - 6 million Jews? Why? Lenin, Stalin - 30 million+. Why? Charles Manson Ted Bundy Jeffrey Dahmer Columbine? Divorce, ...read more

  • It's Not About Power Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 16, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,147 views

    In the Kingdom of God, the rules about power are different. We value humility, spiritual security, and service. Sermon for Deacon Ordination and for Super Bowl Sunday!

    May I take you on a small fantasy this morning? May I just tease your imagination a little? It is a 6:30 this evening. You are seated in Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. The ritual coin tosses have been performed, the national anthem has been sung, and we are ready to start Super Bowl 32. Out ...read more

  • Making Your Life Count Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 16, 2020
     | 5,267 views

    In the election of Greek-speaking deacons and Stephen's ministry, we see how God prepares His men and plans His move.

    Let’s read Acts 6:8-15. We are going to look at Stephen, one of the elected SEVEN. 8 Now Stephen, a man full of God's grace and power, did great wonders and miraculous signs among the people. 9 Opposition arose, however, from members of the Synagogue of the Freedmen (as it was called)-Jews ...read more

  • Mudville In The 90's Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 22, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 17,737 views

    Introduction to study of Philippians. Topic for series is "Reclaiming Joy"

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor Philippians 1.1-7 Roy Robertson is one of the founders of "The Navigators," and has been instrumental in the follow-up ministry for Billy Graham’s Hong Kong crusade. ...read more

  • Paul's Farewell To Ephesus Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 16, 2015
    based on 34 ratings
     | 18,453 views

    To establish that Paul’s farewell was one of kindness and deep concern for the church leaders at Ephesus, and all ministers and elders should aspire to foster this same spirit in their work of Christ everywhere.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Paul’s Commitment To Ephesus 2. Paul’s Commission to Ephesus 3. Paul’s Character in Ephesus Introductory Remarks. 1. This lesson outlines Paul’s farewell address to the Ephesian church elders who came in haste to see him before his journey to Jerusalem. These elders had ...read more

  • The God Who Never Sleeps Nor Slumbers

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2025
     | 292 views

    The God we serve is always awake, always watching, and always working on behalf of His people. This truth should give us confidence in His protection, provision, and faithfulness. As we trust in Him, we can rest in the assurance that He never slumbers nor sleeps.

    THE GOD WHO NEVER SLEEPS NOR SLUMBERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:3-4 "He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:28-31, Proverbs 3:24-26, 1 ...read more

  • Desiring A Noble Task Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 10, 2013
     | 5,401 views

    Those who seek eldership, provided they are motivated by divine call, desire a noble task.

    “The saying is trustworthy: If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task.” [1] Few things give me greater pleasure than seeing God raise up heralds of holiness. I taught preacher boys in Texas for a brief period. Throughout the years of my service before the ...read more