Sermons on Pastor Training:

On Another Level

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Aug 6, 2008

"But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil."

On Another Level: Hebrews 5:14 Introduction: As a pastor, teacher, or influencer, we need to teach on the level of understanding that our learners have. For example…I have a close friend who already has a doctorate degree and is working on her second. She is very intellectual and has spoken to some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:14

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 30, 2022

Pastor John teaches on the biblical doctrines of election and salvation

The Chosen Ephesians Series CCCAG January 2nd 2022 Scripture- Ephesians 1:1-14 Introduction- When I first began the journey toward becoming a pastor I attended a pastors conference in Milwaukee where the district had flown in a ministry expert to help encourage the local pastors. One of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Leadership Transition

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

Instruction given to congregation experiencing pastoral transition.

Leadership Transition Joshua 1:1-18[1] 1-15-06 Into I want to begin this morning by asking Denise to modulate from the key of C to G. (Play a couple of times) In music the modulation from one key to another is called transition.[2] (Play a few more times) You are hearing in the notes ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Money Does Strange Things

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 8, 2003

Pastors’ Conference: A special sermon addressing the ethics of money. This was presented at a special worship service that was part of a monthly gathering of pastors.

Money does strange things to people. I found this cute little story on the Internet that was carried in the December 1980 issue of Campus Life. (p. 19) It starts by asking: What’s the most outrageous thing you would do for $10,000 cash? The question was posed recently by Chicago radio station WKOX. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Taking Ownership Of The Church, Part 4 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 15, 2008

The church is YOUR church family. Not just God’ s church, not just pastor’s church, but your church as individuals.

What are we aiming for? Taking ownership of the church Part 4 A. Today this church is no longer… Only God’s church Pastor Rich’s church Today this church becomes your church Today you become responsible for her health and vitality. From here on out, you become responsible for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:2

Denomination: Mennonite

A Church Appreciation Sermon

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 28, 2015

We hear a lot in October about "Pastor Appreciation Month". This is a sermon that expresses love and appreciation from the pastor to the church.

(This sermon contains much information that is specific to my congregation. I shared it because there seems to be very few resources on this subject. And there may be some pastor out there who is looking for a way to show his love, gratitude and appreciation to his flock. It is my prayer that you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Our Next Generation Of Godly Mothers

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 10, 2021

Who will train up our next generation of godly Mothers? All Scripture references are from the NASB

You have heard it said, “We are but one generation away from a being a pagan people.” This is so true. I praise God for my godly parents for the way they raised me. If it were not for them I believe I could have very well been swept up and out with the ways of the world. I know for many ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Be Contagious: Week 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 16, 2010

This is the first of a 4 part series adapted from Willow Creek's Contagious Christian Evangelism Training course.

BE CONTAGIOUS: WEEK 1 Scott Bayles, pastor Adapted from “Motivations for Evangelism” by Bill Hybels Several weeks back we distributed a Congregational Questionnaire that asked questions about your attitudes toward church growth, worship, and our education program among other things. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian Church

"strength In The Storm: Overcoming Trying Times With Faith" By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Mar 4, 2024

Though trials may come, we are assured of His unfailing love and faithfulness. Let us stand firm in our faith, trusting in God's promises and finding strength in His presence. May we emerge from every trial stronger and more steadfast in our devotion to our Heavenly Father.

"Strength in the Storm: Overcoming Trying Times with Faith" Introduction: Dear congregation, today we gather to draw inspiration from the timeless wisdom of Scripture as we navigate through life's trials and tribulations. As Christians, we are not exempt from facing challenges, but ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith Holds On To The Lord's Promises

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Feb 26, 2003

Just as the Lord trained Naaman, so also he trains us to hold on to his promises by faith alone, so that we shine out with Christian love and Christ-centered confidence like the little Israelite slave girl did.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit touches our hearts this morning is recorded in 2 Kings 5:1-14 Dear friends who hold on to Jesus, Cartoons at times will have a scene where someone, let’s says Wild E. Coyote in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The 12 Disciples Series

Contributed by Michael Welsh on Jan 14, 2016

The apostles were the foundation of the Church. The apostles were sent out to establish churches. The apostles were called Disciples while they were working and being trained by God, but they became Apostles after they were sent to do the work that they were trained do. They were to start churches.

The 12 Disciples Part II Apostle Michael The 12 Disciples by name 1. Andrew 2. Bartholomew (Nathanael) 3. James (son of Zebedee) 4. James (the lesser or younger) 5. John (the son of Thunder, the Revelation) 6. Judas 7. Thaddeus (Jude) 8. Matthew 9. Peter (Cephas, Rock, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:18

Denomination: Apostolic

Crossroads: Listening To And Obeying God Series

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Nov 1, 2008

A series helping churches who are searching for a new pastor.

When traveling on any road eventually you will come to an intersection, a crossroads. At this intersection one is forced to choose to travel in a particular direction. This morning I would like to use the metaphor of an intersection or crossroad to offer to you an incredibly basic Biblical truth. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beginning With The Word

Contributed by Kevin White on Jun 12, 2004

A sermon to indicate our purpose as we begin a new pastorate.

Beginning With The Word SUMC 06/13/2004 Good morning! Stephanie and I are so glad to be here serving as your pastors. Since the day we told the D.S. we would be happy to take this appointment, I have stewed over this message. I feel like this is a very important message. We need ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Isaiah 55:10-12

Denomination: Methodist

Message In 1peter – Number 7 – Shepherding The Flock Of God – Message For Pastors, Ministers, Elders, Shepherds – 1peter 5:1-3 - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 19, 2023

Where has church leadership failed? How should all pastors (shepherds) behave towards the flock of God? We look at Peter’s requirements for this high position. Remember the words “accountability to the Chief Shepherd”.

MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 7 – SHEPHERDING THE FLOCK OF GOD – MESSAGE FOR PASTORS, MINISTERS, ELDERS, SHEPHERDS – 1Peter 5:1-3 - PART 1 [A]. SHEPHERD THE FLOCK OF GOD What grazier (rancher) would ever entrust his animals on agistment (feeding livestock at a designated location) to a farm ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-3, John 21:15-17, John 10:14-15, 1 Peter 5:4, Revelation 1:9, 1 Peter 4:17, Ephesians 4:11-12, Isaiah 40:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

False Teachers

Contributed by Gordon Maxwell on Jun 5, 2006

Sermon about false teachers for a church searching for a Pastor.

2 Pet 1:19-21 19 We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts: >>20 Knowing this first, that no prophecy of the scripture is of any private ...read more

Denomination: Baptist