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  • Perry Greene avatar

    The Elder Shall Serve The Younger Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 1, 2016
     | 6,095 views

    The prediction that Esau (the elder) would serve Jacob (the younger) turns out to be a key principle in biblical leadership.

    1. Majority Rules A rabbi was at odds with his congregation. The president of the synagogue said, "Rabbi, we must have a conference to settle this dispute once and for all." So the rabbi, the president and the ten elders met together to discuss the issue -- but the rabbi soon discovered that he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Body Series

    Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 10, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,559 views

    A sermon no 1 in a series comparing the body of christ to a giraffe - this one is the head of the giraffe which covers leadership.

    The Church :-Readings Psalm 132. 1 Corinthians chapter 12 The giraffe - Once Mr. Topsey and Mr. Turvey decided that the giraffe had it’s problems it was very vulnerable to attack - it’s neck was too long and it’s head was ridiculous - - Lions could easily attack it - it could ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Resurrection Through Peter's Eyes

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 2, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 10,537 views

    Jesus forgives Peter’s denial and reinstates him to his place of leadership. There is nothing that God will not forgive.

    Easter Through Peter’s Eyes John 13:31-38,18:15-18,25-27,20 & 21:15-19 I was listening to a radio program about how the tragedy of September 11th had affected people’s behavior. They interviewed one woman who’s husband worked in the World Trade Towers. He was at a meeting in another site when ...read more

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    What Happens When We Depend Upon God During Wartime?

    Contributed by Doug Warren on Apr 1, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,459 views

    When Leaders seek God’s leadership, God will intervene despite insurmountable odds during wartime.

    Intro: This passage can offer us encouragement during our anxiety over the outcomes of war. God shows what He can and will do...Let us look at the experience of King Hezekiah as the Assyrians invaded their land. I. The THREAT (V.1) A. Senaccherib was invading Judah. His army was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Lawson avatar

    A Great God Series

    Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 5, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,055 views

    Nehemiah is not just a book about revival or great leadership; it’s a book about a Great God!

    A Great God! - Nehemiah 9 Nehemiah is not just a book about revival or great leadership; it’s a book about a Great God! 1. The Greatness of God (vs. 5,6) And the Levites—Jeshua, Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah and Pethahiah—said: “Stand up and praise the LORD your God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Staying In Your Lane

    Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Nov 17, 2005
    based on 49 ratings
     | 26,589 views

    This sermon addresses the cost of disobedience from children and teenagers. this lesson also addresses the leadership within the church.

    Introduction Looking at how young people are performing in schools, in their communities, and even where they live, everybody wants to do their own thing. Respect and following rules is something that has become obsolete! Society has accepted the profane way lyrics of music is sung and how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Phillips avatar

    Revival In A Desert

    Contributed by Brian Phillips on Nov 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,454 views

    This sermon shows how God bring’s revival through His supernatural leadership and our obedience

    “REVIVAL IN A DESERT” (Acts 8:26-40) INTRODUCTION: It has rightly been said, “Our God is an awesome God.” But, it can also be said that our God is a peculiar God. (“peculiar” = Having a character exclusively it’s own) Our Lord is peculiar in that there is no one like Him nor can anyone fully ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mothers: Guardians Of The Heart

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 19, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,409 views

    We can learn a lot about God's heart and about spiritual leadership from the heart of a Mother.

    Mothers: Guardians of the Heart Intro: One mom was out walking with her 4-year-old daughter when her girl picked up something from the ground and started to put it in her mouth. The mother tells what happens in her own words: “I took the item away from her and I asked her not to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Benefits Of Being A Good Follower

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 15, 2025
     | 237 views

    Good followership brings divine favour, growth, and access to blessings that position a believer for greater leadership and impact.

    BENEFITS OF BEING A GOOD FOLLOWER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 13:17 – “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Church Doctrine Should I Be Following?

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 23, 2025
     | 136 views

    Church leadership, at the top, has created numerous doctrines, rules and regulations. Which should I follow?

    What Church Doctrine Should I Be Following? Luke 11:37–54 Rabbi Dr. Rev. Michael H. Koplitz 37 Now when He had spoken, a Pharisee asked Him to have lunch with him; and He went in and reclined at the table. 38 When the Pharisee saw this, he was surprised that Jesus had not first ceremonially washed ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Danger Of Rejecting Godly Counsel Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025
     | 239 views

    1 Kings 12 is a sobering reminder that leadership without wisdom, humility, and discernment leads to division and disaster.

    THE DANGER OF REJECTING GODLY COUNSEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 12:1-33 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 15:22; 2 Chronicles 10:1-19; Isaiah 30:1; James 1:5-6 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 12 marks a pivotal shift in Israel’s history—the division of the united kingdom into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dag Heward-Mills avatar

    9 Ways To Make People Obey You Gladly Series

    Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 26,983 views

    Jesus was able to make people follow his instructions. He told Peter to feed the flock of God and that is exactly what he did. If you call yourself a leader, ask yourself, “Do people carry out my instructions?” Why are some people obeyed and some other

    So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. John 21:15 Jesus was able to make people follow his instructions. He told Peter to feed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fully Equipped

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 9, 2007
     | 7,544 views

    This message introduces and explains the Ephesians 4 equipping gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher.

    FULLY EQUIPPED The Equipping Gifts (Ephesians Chapter 4) Pastor Eric J. Hanson Introduction: God Wants Us All to Become Mature. The plan of God, as revealed in His word, the Bible, is for every believer in Jesus Christ to grow up spiritually and become more and more like Jesus as time goes by. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Price Of Pentecost, Pt. 4 Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 6, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,109 views

    Acts Series: 7th Sermon--"PAYING THE PRICE OF LEADERSHIP"--3 qualities of a Biblical Leader: MUST BE CONVERTED, CONVICTED, COMMITTED

    The Price of Pentecost, pt. 4 Acts 1:15-26 Time magazine medical section: a man went to psychiatrist/complaining of voices in his head/oh boy!/what kind of voices?/sound like radio broadcasts/how about right now?/clearly!/what’s on?/Rudy Valley broadcasting live from Atlantic City/that’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All In Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Jul 6, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,340 views

    If we want to do God’s work in God’s way, we won’t have any parade leaders. We will only have real, committed leaders who are burdened by God, are committed to the Great Commission and are not distracted by discouragement or opposition. We will only have

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ Leadership is a tricky thing, isn’t it? Leadership is one of those things that is hard to define and quantify. Sometimes good leadership isn’t recognized when it is present, but it sure is easy to see when it’s not there. One thing about leadership—we all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist