Sermons on Relational Leaders:

Characteristics Of A Good Leader

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 31, 2015

In his farewell speech Paul advises the leaders at Ephesus how to become good leaders of the flock.

Imagine after spending nine years in missionary work being asked by God to leave your ministry area to go to a place where persecution and then prison are guaranteed! Instead of being concerned of his own welfare Paul was genuinely concerned for the leaders of the church at Ephesus. He spent ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Baptist

The One World Leader Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 31, 2012

The more the world we know today become antichrists it is shaping itself up for a leader that will enforce its philosophy. John is given a revelation of that it chapter 6 of the book of Revelations.

The One World Leader Rev. 6:1-3 In Chapter 4: • The Rapture takes place “Come up hither” • The believers and the angels are all around the throne of God In Chapter 5: • God the Father sits on the throne holding a book which is the deed and title to the earth • No ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

False Leaders Of Israel

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 11, 2011

I. AUDIENCE PROFILE: My fellow leaders and workers/ my teacher: Kuya Ranel Reyes II. OBJECTIVES: To extract good leadership from the false ones

I. AUDIENCE PROFILE: My fellow leaders and workers/ my teacher: Kuya Ranel Reyes II. OBJECTIVES: To extract good leadership from the false ones III. TEXT: ISAIAH 56:10-12 (Magandang Balita Biblia - TPV - Tagalog Popular Version) 10 Ang sabi niya, "Bulag ang mga pinuno na dapat ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Becoming A Great Leader Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 24, 2006

An outline on how Joshua became a great leader.

Becoming a Great Leader TEXT: Joshua 3:17 Then the priests who bore the ark of the covenant of the Lord stood firm on dry ground in the midst of the Jordan; and all Israel crossed over on dry ground, until all the people had crossed completely over the Jordan. Joshua 3:17 (NKJV) FOCUS: ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Kind Of Leaders? Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Sep 22, 2008

The third in a series on our church’s vision statement -- this one dealing with the area of "developing reproducing leaders" -- leaders who are servants.

Our Vision: What kind of leaders? Luke 22:14-27 Warren Bennis teaches and writes and is a keen observer of American culture. Over a decade ago, he wrote, "Leadership is a word on everyone’s lips. The young fight against it. Police seek it. Experts claim it. Artists spurn it. Scholars want it. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-27

Denomination: Baptist

God's Kind Of Leader Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 15, 2008

Final message in a 3 part series on leadership

ON A MISSION FROM GOD Part 3-God’s Kind of Leader Solomon’s Story Sunday, October 12, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Our country needs the right leader. Who would God choose? On what criteria should our choice for president be based? Regardless of the outcome I believe God desires us to make ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Heart Of A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 26, 2008

Being a godly leader, Habakkuk saw problems which others could not see. The same is true for leaders today.

The Heart of a Godly Leader Habakkuk 1:1-4 * Take a minute and look around you at the people in this room. Even though we think we know almost every person in this room, there is a good possibility that the person sitting on the same row with you has experienced or is experiencing deep hurt, deep ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Qualities Of An Effective Leader Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 8, 2010

To be an effective leader people can trust, we must be above reproach in our marriages, minds and manner.

The preacher was wired for sound with a lapel mike, and as he preached, he moved briskly about the platform, jerking the mike cord as he went. Then he moved to one side, getting wound up in the cord and nearly tripping before jerking it again. After several circles and jerks, a little girl in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Spirit Of Christmas Leaders

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 23, 2009

If we follow the wisdom of Isaiah, we will be effective leaders for good.

Christmas Eve December 24 2009 From the stump of Jesse Isaiah 11:1-3 The short reading from Isaiah we just heard is part of a longer passage that ends in a familiar passage: the reign of the king prophesied here will by ideal and idyllic. “Uprightness will be the belt around his waist, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

A Leader That Empowers People

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

Servant leadership is when a leader humbles him or herself to be on the same level as those who are served. In the eyes of the Lord we are all equal, and for one to rise above another and say that they are better or more righteous is ungodly. What we ar

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Dwight L. Moody once said, “The measure of a man is not how many servants he has, but how many men he serves.” This morning’s sermon is focus on: “Servant Leadership that Empowers the People.” Servant leadership is when a leader humbles him or herself to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Salvation Army

Nehemiah: A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2013

If I were asked to point to a great leader and the Bible (other than Jesus), I would point to Nehemiah. This sermon series will show many reasons why this is the case.

If someone asked me what I believed the best book in the bible on Leadership is, I would tell them to go straight to Nehemiah. Every single chapter in this book gives us great characteristics of a godly leader. In this lesson, I would like to look at the first 2 chapters of this great book, to show ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choosing Leaders Wisely Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 15, 2016

Faithful disciples are called to participate in the civic process through elections. How do faithful disciples know who to vote for when election time comes? This sermon offers practical advice in choosing leaders wisely.

Election day, Tuesday, November 8th, is only fifty-seven days away. We’ll elect a new President of the United States, as well as U. S. Congressmen, Senators and a host of other offices in our states and communities. One of the blessings of living in the U.S. is we get to choose who leads us ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-27

Denomination: Methodist

The Making Of A Great Leader

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 5, 2022

Much of the Book of Genesis deals with the lives of Jacob and Joseph.

God spared Joseph’s life and miraculously made him the governor of Egypt. He was a hero in every sense of the word. He literally saved Egypt from starvation. Pharaoh was grateful for his wisdom and talents, and blessed Joseph with many blessings and privileges. Once they were settled into Goshen, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua A Successful Leader Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 25, 2022

Many spiritual programs, activities, and events are not fruitful, not successful, and never yield the targeted result, not because of lack of money and personnel but lack of sincere prayer warriors. We get people to stand on the frontline but not on the kneeling.

Theme: You will be Successful Text: Joshua 1:1-9 Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever. Introduction: Joshua was known as the soldier of the Lord and a successor of Moses. According to the Dictionary of the Bible: “Four theological themes appear in the descriptions of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Preparing For The Next Leader

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 18, 2023

This message emphasizes the importance of listening for Gods' leading when preparing to change leadership roles.

Last week we began by talking about mentoring and how we affect other people's lives. We saw how Jethro impacted Moses’ life in his ministry. Moses’ ministry changed in his methods and I'm sure that he was grateful for Jethro's advice. People impact our lives sometimes more than we ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 27:12-23, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Baptist