Sermons on Pastoral Discouragement:

3 John

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

How to Take Care of Pastors

Series: One Chapter Books in the New Testament Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson: 3 John June 24, 2012 A. INTRODUCTION 1. This letter centers around four men: John: the writer and protector of God’s work Gaius: looked after ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Ordination Message"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015

This is the ordination sermon for my son in law.

Acts 20 Acts 6 Start here: Good evening. Let me begin by thanking Pastor Justin for allowing me the privilege tonight of giving the charge for our son in law, Travis Turner. My wife, Denise and I love this church. This church will always have a special place in our hearts…this is the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Does God Expect Of His Pastors?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 26, 2012

A look at God's complaints about Israel's shepherds and what that means for pastors today.

OUTLINE: The Pastor Is God’s Representative, Right? There are a lot of Biblical references where God is displeased with pastors. - Jeremiah 3:15; Jeremiah 23:1-4; Ezekiel 34:1-31; Matthew 23:1-39. What A Good Shepherd Looks Like: 1. The focus is on the sheep, not the pastor. - Ezekiel ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Bad Shepherds

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 12, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 23: 1 – 40

Jeremiah 23: 1 – 40 Bad shepherds 1 “Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of My pasture!” says the LORD. 2 Therefore thus says the LORD God of Israel against the shepherds who feed My people: “You have scattered My flock, driven them away, and not attended to them. Behold, I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Faith To Follow PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the themes of God's call to follow, His promise of unwavering presence, and the challenge of faithful obedience.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dig deep into the book of Joshua, specifically Joshua 1, exploring three key themes: God's call to follow, the promise of God's presence, and the challenge of faithful obedience. As we delve into the Word, we are reminded of Charles Spurgeon's ...read more

Topics: Pastoral Anniversary

Appreciation And Encouragement PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

This sermon emphasizes honoring spiritual leaders, expressing gratitude for their service, and fostering unity and peace within the Christian community.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of our Lord Jesus, united in spirit and truth, to ponder the profound message of Colossians 3:15-17. As we set our hearts and minds on the words of the Apostle Paul, we are reminded of our shared purpose, our collective ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Topics: Pastor Appreciation

A Fisherman’s Guide To Good Shepherding Series

Contributed by Wayne Presnell on Dec 8, 2012

A seasoned pastor shares insight with his "fellow elders."

Peter knew... he just knew... after it was all said and done… after Jesus had risen from the dead, after his cowardly betrayal… Peter just knew... he was out. He not "the Rock" or the leader he imagined. What was he going to do now? Well a man has to earn a living… so he went back to what he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Spiritual Drop-Out (The Victim Of Discouragement)

Contributed by Michael Gates on Jan 9, 2012

Helps believers guard against discouragement in their daily walk

A SPIRITUAL DROP OUT- THE VICTIM OF DISCOURAGEMENT Take your Bibles again and turned to 1st Kings 19:1–12 From a spiritual point of view the early verses of 1st Kings is one of the saddest stories and all the word of God. Here… One of the most fearless and faithful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Paul's Desire Was To Encourage Not Discourage Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 22, 2020

His desire was to encourage people he had never met before.

A kindergarten teacher gave her class a "show and tell" assignment of bringing something to represent their religion. The first boy got in front of the class and said, "My name is Benjamin and I am Jewish and this is the Star of David." The second one was a girl and when she ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

How The Devil Wants To Use You!!!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

There are two things we all will agree on in this congregation:

(1) WE RECOGNIZE THAT GOD CREATED US Christians believe in CREATIONISM not in EVOLUTION. Why? One of the reasons is that evolution does not make any sense. Illus: Did you hear about the six year old girl that was sitting in a classroom? The teacher was going to explain evolution to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Roles Of The Pastor-Teacher & Local Church

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Jan 26, 2001

This lesson looks at the Biblical role of the pastor-teacher and the local church.

Roles Of The Pastor-Teacher And Local Church (1 Cor. 4:1) (HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/pastorchurch.html] PRAYER PREPARATION: Jesus Himself tells us in John 8:31-32: 31 "... If you abide in My word, then you are truly disciples of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Will You Pray For Me?

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 3, 2007

New year message to encourage the people of God to hold up the hands of the man of God as he lifts high the Word of God. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Will You Pray for Me? Exodus 17:9-13 [general outline only…please see sermon audio for many illustrations and other content that make this message tick] http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WillYouPrayForMe.html Moses is the man of God. He delivered God’s people from Egypt, led them thru the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

On Christ The Solid Rock I Stand

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 10, 2024

Today I want to preach a sermon about hope.

Illus: Makes me think of an elderly man lay dying in his bed, close to his last breathe...but suddenly he smelled the aroma of his favorite chocolate chip cookies floating up the stairs. He gathered all his remaining strength and lifted himself from the bed. Leaning against the wall, he slowly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Get Discouraged, God Is In Control

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 13, 2004

Jesus never said that we wouldn’t have trials and storms in our life. But when these things do come and they will, He promised not to leave us or forsake us.

2 Corinthians 4:1 The text today talks about not being discouraged. Paul says; “seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not”(we are not discouraged). The ministry that he is talking about is not the five fold ministry of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1, 2 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lifting Up Tired Hands

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Jan 21, 2009

Pastor appreciation is very much in order. God’s word calls us to support clergy. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 we read...

LIFTING UP TIRED HANDS Exodus 17:8-13 Pastor appreciation is very much in order. God’s word calls us to support clergy. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 we are told: "And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal