Sermons on Pastoral Ministry:

Pastor: The Noble Task Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 28, 2023

The work of the pastor is a noble task. The pastor is a called out man of God. The primary qualifications of a pastor is having a good moral character.

If any man desires the office of a bishop, he desires a good work. As pastor of First Baptist Church, I found myself emotionally down one day and wondering why I was pastor of such a difficult church. Why couldn’t I pastor one of the vibrant first century churches that we read about in the New ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

Principles For Pastoral Relations

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 2, 2016

A message to detail the Pauline admonitions concerning elders.

Principles for Pastoral Relations 1 Timothy 5:17 Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine. 18 For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward. 19 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God For Pastor Series

Contributed by Pastor Charles Wilkins on Nov 26, 2021

This morning we celebrate the dedication and labor of this anointed man of God. The Vision God has given him to continue to fight the good fight and the dedication to stay the course.

This morning we celebrate the dedication and labor of this anointed man of God. The Vision God has given him to continue to fight the good fight and the dedication to stay the course. There are times when life will throw you a curveball. There will be times when it gets hard to fight, when your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Is The Pastor Eligible?-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 18, 2010

Part 1 of a 2-part sermon. Paul told Titus that the focus of his work on Crete was to bring order to the churches & appoint qualified elders. Pastors must meet certain qualifications. But What are they? Pastoral eligibility is measured by...

IS THE PASTOR ELIGIBLE?-I—Titus 1:5-9 Attention: The churches of Crete were saved but were lacking the finesse necessary to accomplishing their mission. They were not yet organized for ministry. A pastor by the name of Titus, was charged with the fortunate task, of straightening out those aspects ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Deacons

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Feb 18, 2021

Deacon Ordination

ACTS 6:1-7 ; 1 TIMOTHY 3:8-13 “THE MINISTRY OF DEACONS” A) A little boy just got saved and sat on a bench next to an old man who looked upset. * The little boy said to the man, “Sir, do you need to get saved?” * The man was startled and said abruptly, “I’ll tell you, I’ve been a Deacon in this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Pastor's Double Honor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon explores our responsibility to honor, listen to, and support our pastors, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting their God-given role.

Good morning, church family. Isn't it a joy to gather together, bound by our shared love for Christ and for one another? We are not merely a congregation; we are a family, a community, and a body. Each of us plays a unique and vital role in this body, but today, we turn our focus to one role in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-18

Topics: Honor Pastor

Priorities For Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 17, 2024

Acts 6:1-7 teaches us about Satan’s attack of distraction and the church’s priorities for ministry.

Introduction Christians are not immune from trials and difficulties just because they are Christians. Conversion to Christ does not cause our problems to evaporate and disappear. Part of the reason for our continuing trials is that we have an enemy, Satan, who constantly works to cause us to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Pastor Mvp’s

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 10, 2010

The church needs people that will just Pray!

Intro. Many feel important, some even seek importance. We need Godly leadership. We need servants. We need those that are loyal to the ministry. We need givers. We need consistency. We need talented. All of that is good, but more than all, we need people in our church that know how to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

The five-fold ministry resulted from Christ’s ascension to heaven. These gifts were released by Christ during His ascension and are therefore also known as the ascension gifts. The full expression of the ministry of Jesus requires the full 5-fold ministry

The Ministry Gifts Ephesians 4:7-8 - But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.” Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Charismatic

The Central Role Of The Pastor Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

# 6 in a series on 1 Timothy this sermon deals with the role of the pastor in the local church.

“The Central Role of the Pastor !” 1 Timothy 3:1-7 What is a pastor suppose to look like? I have been told on occasion you don’t look like a preacher. I don’t know whether that is an insult or a compliment. Someone wrote a facetious account called “The Perfect ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Should A Pastor Be Paid

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 20, 2019

Whether FT or PT a workman is worthy of his hire.

Someone posted a comment about paid pastors not being biblical as well as one man only pastors not biblical. My answer was – Actually. paid ministers are biblical. That there should be a multiplicity of elders rather a single man, I agree, but they can all be paid, but the one who is the main man ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-18, 2 Corinthians 11:8, Galatians 6:6, 1 Corinthians 9:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

Just as the human body has five senses for its protection and care, God has provided five ministry gifts for the protection and care of the body of Christ. The five-fold ministry resulted from Christ’s ascension to heaven. These gifts were released by

The Ministry Gifts Ephesians 4:7-8 - But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure of Christ’s gift. Therefore He says: “When He ascended on high, He led captivity captive, And gave gifts to men.” Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Profitable For The Ministry

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 5, 2018

All God’s servants are entrusted with gifts and talents by God. God expects us to produce a spiritual profit. At His return He will reward those who increase His investment and punish those who fail to. John Mark was profitable.

PROFITABLE FOR THE MINISTRY 2 Tim. 4:11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR (Pastor’s humor about inconsistent members) 1. In Minnesota three pastors got together. They discovered that all three of their churches had infestations of bats. They decided to compare notes of how they had dealt with the problem. ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pastors: Leading As Preachers

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Mar 14, 2005

Pastors have a duty to preach for life change; the hearers are responsible to listen for life change.

God’s Glorious Church Pastors: Leading as Preachers 2 Timothy 4:1-5 Woodlawn Baptist Church March 13, 2005 Introduction One of the most important duties of the man whom God has called is to be a preacher and teacher of God’s Word – to proclaim to you and to others, “Thus saith the Lord!” In this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What Of Pastors And Elders Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 13, 2009

Should we even have pastors and elders? Don’t we all walk in relationship with God and if so why would we need spiritual leadership?

Dakota Community Church July 12, 2009 The Field & the Force 4 What of Pastors and Elders? So far we have looked at: 1. When the Church is the field When the church is the field it is seen as the place people come to do the work of God. 2. When the Church is the (labor) force When the church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Mennonite