Sermons on Pastoral Leadership:

Remember Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 16, 2009

How can this great book on leadership end this way? This chapter is a reflection on everything that has gone on up until this point. But it’s not a rose-colored reflection. It is an honest look at how quickly the remnant fell away and it demands an hones

That was a lot to read, so I want to briefly give you an overview of what’s going on here. Sometime, either before the chapter, or after verse 3, Nehemiah leaves town to fulfill the promise he made to the king back in chapter 2. We don’t really know exactly how long Nehemiah was gone. It could ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Pastor Whose Ministry Was Not In Vain Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 22, 2018

An interactive Bible teaching study on 1 Thessalonians 2

The Pastor Whose Ministry Was not in Vain Series: 1 Thessalonians Chuck Sligh February, 2017 NOTE: This is the fourth lesson of an extended Bible study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. Each lesson includes discussion questions. Some are open ended questions which require no guidance or correction ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Qualifications For Elders Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 1, 2021

Church leaders are to have an 1) Unblemished public reputation (Titus 1:6a) and must qualify in the specific areas of: 2) Sexual morality (Titus 1:6b), 3) Family leadership (Titus1:6c), and finally 4) General character (Titus 1:7–9).

For the greater part of this century, evangelical Christianity has been deeply committed to the battle for doctrinal purity. But in many circles in recent years it has not been as committed to moral purity, even among its leaders. Inevitably the church has experienced erosion of its integrity and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Other

When An Angel Crashes

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Apr 22, 2007

On April 21, 2007, a Blue Angels jet crashed near Beaufort, South Carolina. Sometimes Angels (church leaders, pastors, etc.) do crash. How to cope and what to learn when an Angel crashes.

I. ANGELS DO CRASH A. Blue Angels – April 21, 2007 – Beaufort, South Carolina 1. Pilot killed 2. Destruction & Injury in its path B. Spiritually, Angels Do Crash 1. Revelation 8:10 and Revelation 9:1 a. the identity of the “fallen star” has been debated b. what is clear is that the “fallen ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:10-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Sin Of Moses And Aaron

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 5, 2015

To show that the LORD don't like disobedience at all even in the level of leadership - the spiritual and economical (financial) leaders of the local church.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you disobedient? No. Because I don't want to upset the LORD. I love the LORD. 1 Samuel 15:22 1 Samuel 15:22 Samuel said, Has the Lord as great a delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as in obeying the voice of the Lord? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"A Good Minister” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 1, 2008

To be so nourished and fed in God’s Word so you can instruct, lead, and guide the flock as a pastor.

1. Remember, we’re studying through a note that was written from the aged, the seasoned, a mature Apostle Paul. a. To the young, growing, maturing protégé Timothy. 1 Tim. 3.14-15 These things I write to you, though I hope to come to you shortly; 15 but if I am delayed, I write so that you may know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Love Letter From A Pastor Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 17, 2011

Paul held the Philippian church in great esteem and loved them dearly, as their founding pastor he had a very special connection with these believers.

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 2011 Date Preached: July 10, 2011 Series Title: A Series in Philippians Sermon Title: Letter from A Pastor’s Heart Sermon Text: Philippians 1-4 [ESV] 4:1 listed 1Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

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

How To Support Your Pastor

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 2, 2013

How can members of a congregation best support their pastor?

Pastoring isn’t for sissies. That’s why it’s important to a have a sense of call. If one doesn’t have a sense of God’s call to anchor them to the task, they will go adrift when the storms come. Part of the reason for those storms is that all hell is against the pastor. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, 1 Timothy 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Abishai Anointing: Support The Pastor

Contributed by John Gaston on May 24, 2025

There are not many modern "Davids" because there is another anointing that is missing: the Abishai anointing. Abishai was with David in the bad times, willing to try the impossible, he was teachable & loyal.

THE ABISHAI ANOINTING: SUPPORT THE PASTOR 2 Sam. 23:18-19 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Mary Brumbaugh told about her pilot husband; “My husband, an airline pilot, often has difficulty locating items around our house. One day he asked me where the salt was. Annoyed, I responded, ‘How on earth can you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:5-8, 2 Samuel 21:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

False Spiritual Authority Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 16, 2025

A sermon that teaches how to discern between what is true and false in the church and it's leadership

False Spiritual Authority Book of Daniel Series CCCAG 1-12-25 Scripture: Daniel 2:1-12 Introduction: I’m going to break up Daniel chapter 2 into two separate sermons. It’s a long chapter, and it has two central subjects that are more than big enough to warrant two separate sermons. The first part ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-12, Matthew 24:5, Galatians 1:8-9, Revelation 22:19, Deuteronomy 18:21-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Perplexed Couple (Pastor Dale) Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Nov 30, 2008

Every parent has stories to tell – from drug and alcohol dependency, teen pregnancy, the call from the local police detachment and the runaway that hasn’t called home in five years...It’s tough being a parent regardless how old the child is.

Perplexed: adj. 1. Filled with confusion or bewilderment; puzzled. 2. Full of complications or difficulty; involved. Parenting (in using the words parenting or parents I also refer to caregivers or guardians or anyone having the responsibility of taking care of or having cared for children) is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Salvation Army

God's Leader Is Always Better Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Feb 19, 2008

People, constantly look for good leaders. They want good persons to lead in government. Corporations search for competent people to manage their business. Churches look for effective pastors and other leaders. Nevertheless, leaders sometimes fail. Su

God’s Leader is Always Better Micah 5:2-9 Intro People, constantly look for good leaders. They want good persons to lead in government. Corporations search for competent people to manage their business. Churches look for effective pastors and other leaders. Nevertheless, leaders sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-9

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of The Faithful Preacher, Part 3 Series

Contributed by John Macarthur on Sep 30, 2008

This sermon continues the "Marks of a Faithful Preacher" series by addressing the personal responsibilities and manner of a faithful pastor from 2 Timothy 4:3-5

Marks of the Faithful Preacher, Part 3 2 Timothy 4:3-5 INTRODUCTION A. A Call to Spiritual Commitment In 1 and 2 Timothy Paul gave a breadth of responsibility to Timothy. Timothy was to correct those who taught false doctrine. He was to call people to a pure heart, a good conscience, and a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let The Pastor Move Over Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 4, 2003

Discover Jesus’ job description for the pastor.

(Message title and Scripture passage taken from John Maxwell’s series, MAKE YOUR MOVE) We are beginning a 4-part series titled, “The Dynamics of Church.” We’ll be looking at how God intends His Church to work. Again, when we talk about God’s Church, we’re talking about God’s people living and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: *other