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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Follow My Leader

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 29, 2018
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     | 6,061 views

    Receive not the grace of God in vain.

    FOLLOW MY LEADER. 2 Corinthians 6:1-13. In his earlier letter, Paul had spoken of himself and others as ‘God’s fellow-workers’ (1 Corinthians 3:9). The word for “fellow-workers” gives us our English word, ‘synergy’, which speaks of a combined effort, a co-operation with God if you will. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Prayer Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 11, 2024
     | 1,170 views

    Nehemiah was a godly leader; and Nehemiah was a man of prayer. One might be a successful leader in society apart from prayer, but prayer is essential for those who aspire to become godly leaders.

    The Prayer of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 1:5-11 In his work, Quiet Talks on Prayer, S.D. Gordon stated, “You can do more than pray after you have prayed but you cannot do more than pray until you have prayed.” In My Utmost for His Highest, Oswald Chambers affirms, “Prayer does not fit us for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Choosing Church Leaders Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,340 views

    We are going to look at the church’s first business meeting if you will. We are introduced to the remaining eleven apostles tonight. We are going to look at the replacing and the replacement for number twelve, and why this is significant.

    The early church had a vacancy. Jesus had named twelve apostles to carry out the ministry of being His witnesses. Now there was only eleven. There was one position left to fill. That was a big opening to fill. In the past two weeks, we have studied the Great Commission and the Ascension of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    278 – Follow The Leader

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Dec 27, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,548 views

    Following the Leader for PURPOSE, PRACTICE, PERFECTION, PRIZE, PAIN.

    Opening Humor: A little boy offered up a Thanksgiving Day prayer for the family and prayed: "Dear God, this is Jimmy. Thank you for Thanksgiving and Christmas and all of the holidays. Thank you for the turkey and dressing and Mom and Dad and even for my little sister, even though some times she can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of A Christian Leader

    Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 25, 2005
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     | 3,433 views

    Using a Servant Song of Isaiah 50 and Paul’s self-defense to the Corinthians, this sermon lays out the basic marks of a Christian leader.

    How do you recognize a Christian leader? A sermon on Quinquagesima Sunday Isaiah 50:4-10, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 John Maxwell is the head of an organization called “Maximum Impact,” which from its website appears to have the mission of turning men and women into "impactful" leaders. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    What Are Competent Leaders?

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 12, 2014
     | 6,898 views

    To show the qualities and characteristics of an able or competent leader. In the T-A-G-S acronymn namely: Talents - Abilities - Gifts - Skills , never look for any of these T.A.G.S. but look for the A as Able.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you an able or competent leader? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the qualities and characteristics of an able or competent leader. In the T-A-G-S acronymn namely: Talents - Abilities - Gifts - Skills , never look for any of these T.A.G.S. but look for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Leaders Under Construction

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 229 ratings
     | 22,809 views

    We are leaders under construction by the Lord, for the purpose of leading people from here to eternity. We will always be learning through life experiences, and through mistakes.

    Leaders Under Construction Thesis: We are leaders under construction by the Lord, for the purpose of leading people from here to eternity. We will always be learning through life experiences, and through mistakes. Statistics reveal that we need Servant Leaders in the Church: 80 % of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Moses - An Analytical Leader

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,348 views

    Moses - An Analytical Leader

    Moses - An Analytical Leader Moses is a good example of the kind of analytical leadership style who tended to want out of leadership. Yet, he functioned superbly when God called him. When first approached by the idea of leadership in Ex. 4:1-17, Moses hesitated to take on the responsibility ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Donald Carpenter avatar

    Essentials For The Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Jan 18, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,432 views

    This passage gives some principles on how a godly leader can motivate God’s people to do God’s work.

    Essentials For The Godly Leader Nehemiah 2:1-11 Preached Wednesday, December 4, 2002 Introduction: Ephesians 6:12 - For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Organization Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 9, 2024
     | 981 views

    It is no secret that leadership presents its own set of challenges, and those who lead within the church are not exempt. Pastors in particular, and those in leadership positions within the church, often feel overwhelmed by the challenges associated with Kingdom work.

    The Organization of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 3 (1-8 for Text) It is no secret that leadership presents its own set of challenges, and those who lead within the church are not exempt. Pastors in particular, and those in leadership positions within the church, often feel overwhelmed by the challenges ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Abiodun Adeniyi avatar

    Moses: The Portrait Of A Leader

    Contributed by Abiodun Adeniyi on Apr 22, 2025
     | 364 views

    If we are looking at Moses as the portrait of a leader then we should all accept that Moses cannot and was not that leader with all the perfection required

    MOSES THE PORTRAIT OF A LEADER TEXT EXO. 3:1-4 & 10; 1TIM. 3:1-13 WHAT IS A PORTRAIT? It can be described as a painted picture drawing or photograph of a person or any other object that brings or shows the exact likeness of the original person or object. If we are looking at Moses as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Keith Davis avatar

    The Necessity Of Godly Leaders Series

    Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 5,695 views

    This is a challenging look at the responsibility God has placed on shepherds in the church.

    Title: Church Relationships Lesson 1 “The Necessity of Godly Leadership” Text: 1 Peter 5:1-4 Introduce the lessons series, “Making the Most of Our Relationships” 1. For the next several weeks we will be discussing relationships. a. Church Relationships 1. Elder to member 2. Member to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ricardo Rodriguez avatar

    "Leader-Ship & You”

    Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 16, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,717 views

    Prov 29:18 “Where there is no vision, the people perish…” “Sin visión (profética) el pueblo perecerá…”

    “Leader-ship & You” 6/3/2007 - Marsing, ID Ricardo Rodriguez – pastor_rr@yahoo.com Prov 29:18 “Where there is no vision, the people perish…” “18Sin visión (profética) el pueblo perecerá…” Throughout history there have been many leaders, good or bad, who have made a great impact in our World. ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Training Faithful Leaders Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 1, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,199 views

    We must return to the Biblical way of training faithful leaders. God’s word reveals a very different plan than what we typically see today.

    Training Faithful Leaders 2 Timothy 2:1 You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, these entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also. 3 Suffer hardship with me, as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The Heart Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 26, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,345 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist