Sermons on Pastoral Leadership:

Courage And Discernment Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jun 6, 2003

This is and adaptation of a book by John Maxwell on leadership.

I. We have talked about character, commitment, communication, and competence, and there is no way that I can say how important those things are, but the list of things that we need to be concerned with about leadership does not stop there by any means. A. If we are going to lead in our family, at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16, 1 Samuel 17:51-53

Denomination: Baptist

Remember Jesus Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 10, 2003

2 Timothy 2 gives many encouragements to remain faithful when the going gets tough. With three illustrations and a trump card... Paul shouts, "Never give up!"

2 Timothy 2:1-13 When the going gets tough… Remember Jesus! If you were in jail and on death row, what sort of letter would you write to encourage someone else to keep doing what you did to get where you are? This second letter to Timothy is just that. The last recorded letter from the man who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-13, 1 Timothy 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Courageous Reformers

Contributed by Mark Williamson on Nov 8, 2002

THIS SERMON WILL COMPARE FOUR OF THE COURAGEOUS REFORMERS WITH THE SACRIFICIAL GIVING OF OUR LIVES TO THE SERVICE OF CHRIST.

THERE ARE FOUR EXAMPLES FROM SCRIPTURE THAT DISPLAY FOR US, TODAY, WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A COURAGEOUS REFORMER FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD. WE WILL LOOK AT 4 FIGURES FROM THE SCRIPTURES AND EXAMINE HOW THEY EXEMPLIFIED THESE CHARACTERISTICS. 1. THEY ACKNOWLEDGED A HIGHER CALLING A. NATHAN 2 SAM. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

Moses - An Embattled Leader Series

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Nov 9, 2002

Continuing with the life of Moses. This message - looking at his dealings with the Golden Calf.

Moses - An Embattled Leader Exodus 32 Every leader must: I. Expect doubters! A. Moses had his! (37:1-2, 22-24) 1. Aaron 2. The people B. God had His! 1. Satan (Job’s life) 2. The Pharisees 3. The disciples (Peter, Thomas) C. We will have ours! II. Care - Even when we don’t ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting Your Family's Needs

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 6, 2001

A description of Jesus’ responsibility for those under His watchcare. A call to our own responsibilities in regard to the same.

Meeting Your Family’s Needs—John 19:23-28 Jesus ensured that His mother had adequate provision. We must provide for those under our watchcare. How are we to meet our family’s needs? Keys to Meeting Family Needs 26 When Jesus therefore saw His mother, & the disciple whom He loved standing ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Paul In Thessalonica Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 1, 2003

Examines Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica

Paul In Thessalonica Acts 17:1-9 Primary Purpose: To examine the teaching of Paul and his ministry. After leaving the church in Philippi under the care of Dr. Luke and others, Paul and his companions travel on to the largest city in Macedonia Thessalonica. This first verse covers a quick ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe We Can Fly

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 28, 2001

The reality is that where there is no vision the people perish

I Believe We Can Fly “Where there is no vision the people perish” July 20, 1997 Morning Service Introduction I. The loss of dreams: Waking up and remembering part of a dream, frustration, straining to remember, longing to catch another moment of the dream II. Personal Dreams: History teacher, God ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Blessings In Being A Servant

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 26, 2002

Knowing what is expected of us as servants of God and the blessing we have in Him.

THE BLESSINGS IN BEING A SERVANT 1 Peter 5:2 INTRO: In our relationship with God to be able to maintain these encounter with Him, we have to realize what He expects. There is nothing more great and sublime than Him. Separated from Him, there isn’t nobody that deserves our worship and surrender. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cuando El Pueblo No Veo Lo Prometido

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 27, 2002

Lo que sucede cuando el pueblo de Dios no ve lo que se prometio.

CUANDO EL PUEBLO NO VE LO PROMETIDO (Habacuc 2:3) INTRO: I. EL LIDERAZGO DE MOISES Y LOS OBSTACULOS A. El Pueblo fue incredulo - Ex. 14:11-15 B. El Pueblo murmuro – Ex. 15:24-26; 16:2 C. El Pueblo se quejo – Ex. 17:2 D. El Puebleo se rebelo – Ex. 32:1; Num. 14:1-4; 16:1-3 E. El Pueblo ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Committed To Ministry

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Sep 29, 2002

If the Spirit of God is being poured out on the end-time church, why is it not operating with more effectiveness? One key element is commitment to the local church. Are we committed to ministry?

09/29/2002 Committed To Ministry * What is God saying to the "end time church" * As Joel prophesied, in the last days, the Spirit of God would poured out..." * So why do we not see churches operating with greater effectiveness? * I believe is in part due to our commitment to ministry * The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turning Whiners Into Winners Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Oct 1, 2002

In this message, we’ll learn how simply building a dream team to rebuild something that’s broken isn’t enough; we must anticipate the trainwrecks that can create whining, foster a losing attitude, and derail the rebuilding project.

I’m going to state the obvious. It’s more fun to win than it is to lose. Winning puts a smile on our faces. But what does it take to win? Quitters never win and winners never quit. Whiners never win and winners never whine. Turning whiners into winners Series: Here’s hope: Rebuilding a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Action In A Crisis Series

Contributed by Rick Hope on Mar 8, 2006

When we face crisis, we can either allow it to paralyze us or take effective action. Joseph provides us an excellent example.

In the Vice Presidential Debates of 1992, Dan Quayle implored the voters to vote for him and George Herbert Walker Bush. His reason for it was this: “Sometime in the next four years, you’re going to have a crisis! You need to be able to trust the leader you have at that time.” Now of course, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Legacy Of Victory Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Mar 21, 2006

The final words of a Godly man on his quest for a life of victory + content

The Victory Side of Life #13 The Legacy of Victory by Gerald Van Horn The final words of a Godly man on his quest for a life of victory are recorded in our texts. Please notice that there is no ego trip for Joshua. It is rather the gentle admonition of a loving and caring leader. Who also ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Deseos De Grandeza

Contributed by José Soto on Mar 29, 2006

Entre ustedes están los más grandes líderes del mañana. Pero eso será determinado por lo que hagan hoy en su iglesia. Hoy he venido a hablarles de la grandeza. Espero que ustedes deseen ser los más grandes los mejores y los más importantes.

DESEOS DE GRANDEZA Base bíblica: Marcos 10.35-45 Clasificación: Consagración INTRODUCCIÓN La mayoría de ustedes son jóvenes líderes en sus iglesias. El resto quizá no lo sea. Pero el solo hecho de ser jóvenes los hace uno de los grupos más especiales de la iglesia. Ustedes son la iglesia de ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

Votre Ministere Ne Doit Pas Etre Trop Charge !

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Mar 30, 2006

J’ai remarqué que notre ministère est de plus en plus chargé, et que souvent même nous croyons que cela spirituel. Souvent plus un pasteur est chargé, « il fait donc il est » Le souci c’est qu’assez vite nous perdons les clés de réussite pour notre rappor

VOTRE MINISTERE NE DOIT PAS ETRE TROP CHARGE ! J’ai remarqué que notre ministère est de plus en plus chargé, et que souvent même nous croyons que cela spirituel. Souvent plus un pasteur est chargé, « il fait donc il est » Le souci c’est qu’assez vite nous perdons les clés de réussite pour notre ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:20

Denomination: Pentecostal