Sermons on Pastor Anniversary Speech Examples:

The Pastor's Relationships Within The Congregation

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 11, 2014

Broadly addressing the relationship of the pastor with several groups within the congregation, Paul instructs Timothy in the conduct of his life.

“Do not rebuke an older man but encourage him as you would a father, younger men as brothers, older women as mothers, younger women as sisters, in all purity. “Honor widows who are truly widows. But if a widow has children or grandchildren, let them first learn to show godliness to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Tongue Key To Holy Living Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 5, 2011

None of us have the power to control our tongues. It is humanly impossible to do. But the Holy Spirit of God has all the power we need to use our tongues to glorify God and tell the world of all His mighty deeds. The question is..Do you want Him to?

THE TONGUE KEY TO HOLY LIVING JAMES 3:1 12 "Better to be thought a fool, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt." That is a word of wisdom I heard many years ago...but one that I haven't quite mastered yet. Someone also once said, "A closed mouth gathers no feet" and I suppose this is also ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Reflections From An Old Pastor

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2025

This message was preached to students at a Legacy Ministry College chapel service. Dr. Tow shares his reflections from 40+ years of pastoring. He shares "5 Things I'm Glad I Did" and "5 Things I Wish I Had Done.

Welcome to Legacy Ministry Chapel. For those of you who do not know me, I am a Legacy Ministry College board member and have served on the Legacy Ministry faculty. I have been a pastor for over 40 years and am currently teaching doctoral students at the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16, Proverbs 4:23, 2 Corinthians 6:14, Proverbs 3:5-6, Proverbs 19:21, Hebrews 12:5-6, Deuteronomy 8:3, Matthew 6:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

God Has Great Things Ahead--8th Anniversary Message

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 12, 2021

No matter how good or bad our lives have been, God still has greater things ahead for us in the future. We must be open to new experiences to continue to grow in God.

God Has Great Things Ahead Joshua 1:1-11 Colossians 2:6-10 9/5/2021 Rick Gillespie- Mobley How many of you remember entering into the first grade. Some of us were excited, some of us were scared, some of us didn’t want to leave our parents, some of us were nervous about that bus ride. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-11, Colossians 2:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Bad Breath Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012

These proverbs warn of and against those who plan and speak trouble.

Introduction We have had proverbs about sweet talking. Now they turn to bad breath. Text 25 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death. With apologies to Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley, let me read (not sing!) a famous song that this proverb sets ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:25-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gifts To Serve The Church Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 30, 2016

Evangelists, Prophets, Apostles, and Pastor/Teachers are not exactly authority figures. They are trainers. Good trainers have to be able to set an example. And these trainers are trainers in service.

Ephesians 4:11 So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, 12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: *other

Don't Do It Without Me, 16th Church Anniversary

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 9, 2018

This message is for our 16th Church anniversary. It speaks to our being motivated to do the work of the Lord versus being obligated.

Don’t Do It Without Me 16th Anniversary Scriptures: Isaiah 6:8; Luke 19:1-10 Today we celebrate sixteen years as a Church. When we look around the sanctuary and see the empty seats, it appears that maybe we do not have a lot to celebrate. If you are having these thoughts, let me tell you now ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8, Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are We Really Healing As A Nation? A Response To The 911 Anniversary

Contributed by William Yates on Aug 18, 2002

As people reflect on 911, my question is: Are we really healing as a nation? In this message we look at Jeremiah 8 and see some astonishing parallels between Judah and America today.

Are We Really Healed? Aug 11, 2002 They dress the wound of my people as though it were not serious. "Peace, peace," they say, when there is no peace. Jeremiah 8:11 One month from today will mark the one-year anniversary of 911. This day will be commemorated by numerous memorial services, many ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:4-22

Pastors (Clergy, Ministers, Preachers)

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Oct 16, 2001

What characteristics should mark a pastor’s life? Paul briefly described some qualifications that the elders or overseers should have. Paul had given Timothy a similar set of instructions for the church in Ephesus.

PASTORS (Clergy, Ministers, Preachers) WHO PASTORS ARE What characteristics should mark a pastor’s life? BIBLE READING: Titus 1:5-9 KEY BIBLE VERSE: I left you there on the island of Crete so that you could do whatever was needed to help strengthen each of its churches, and I asked you to appoint ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding The Passion And Plight Of Pastors Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 6, 2005

Pastor are not perfect, yet they are often expected to walk a thin line between love and conviction, heart and mind, between right and wrong. This places pastor firmly between the title of today’s message. Pastoring is then either a plight or a passion.

UNDERSTANDING THE PASSION AND PLIGHT OF PASTORS 1 Corinthians 4:14-21 INTRODUCTION: Pastoral ministry is often a precarious ministry. Many times pastors walk into or are called to situations, which are delicate and or sensitive in nature. Often, pastor are misconstrued, misquoted, and roasted. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Order In The Gym I: Equipment (Speech - Tongues) Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jul 13, 2009

Having reminded the Corinthian Christians about what it means to be the Body of Christ, empowered by the gifts of His Spirit in order to live out His divine love, Scripture now further delves into HOW Christ’s Church may best express this and the dangers

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Offices & Gifts) “ORDER IN THE GYM I: EQUIPMENT (1 Cor. 14:1-33a) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, July 12, 2009 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Careless Words

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 21, 2014

Speech betrays the heart. Thus, Jesus cautions those who will follow Him to review their words.

“I tell you, on the Day of Judgment people will give account for every careless word they speak, for by your words you will be justified and by your words you will be condemned.” [1] Columnist Michael Coren advocated a revival of judgemental attitudes. He wasn’t suggesting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

Levi's Example: The Evidences Of Salvation

Contributed by William Crowder on Jun 9, 2003

What are the evidences of salvation?

1) Levi obeyed immediately a) Levi didn’t debate or try to put this off b) He immediately got up and followed c) Real conversion calls for immediate action 2) Levi Confessed openly a) Held a great banquet and invited Jesus to be the guest of honor b) Invited all his former unsaved friends 3) Levi ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Abraham-An Example Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 12, 2002

Just what did Abraham discover about Faith?

Abraham¨CAn Example of Faith Romans 4:1¨C25 INTRODUCTION ¡ñ It is my firm belief that, more than just a timeless letter to Christians about the gospel, Romans was an attempt by Paul to unify a divided church in Rome. ¡ñ Paul would use two points to stress to these Christians the reason they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary – The Example Of A Godly Woman

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 20, 2003

Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a godly example throughout her life. Notice the characteristics of a true woman of God.

A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 1:26-38; 46-56 1. Sixteen years. How old was Mary when Jesus was born? 2. She needed a Savior. What is our reaction to the claim Mary was born without sin? "My spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour" (1:47). B. HOW WAS MARY AN EXAMPLE OF A GODLY WOMAN 1. Mary was living a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist