Sermons on Servant Leadership 10000041:

Bridge Builders (January 14, 2018 Second Sunday After Epiphany)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 4, 2021

What is a priest? One way to think about what a priest does is to compare them to being a bridge builder. Why that analogy? A bridge connects pieces of land that are geographically separated, much like a priest helps people connect with God.

BRIDGE BUILDERS (January 14, 2018 Second Sunday after Epiphany) Text: I Samuel 3:1-10 1 Samuel 3:1-10  Now the boy Samuel was ministering to the LORD under Eli. The word of the LORD was rare in those days; visions were not widespread.  (2)  At that time Eli, whose eyesight had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Room For Improvement Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 22, 2006

Joshua, Pt. 1

JOSHUA: BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS The names and the lives of Joshua and Moses were inseparable, but Joshua’s rise was not predicated on Moses’ fall. Joshua’s rise was not spectacular or sensational. His star was continually in the ascendancy and Moses’ fall only propelled his successor to the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

30 Pieces Of Silver - A Tale Of 2 Shepherds Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

The failure of the leaders God has placed over his people will result in the nation suffering as well as the leaders being judged.

If you were here last week you may remember that ch 10 of Zechariah talks about God the Shepherd, who promises to care for his flock. The reason he has to do that himself is because the leaders of Israel have failed. Well, Zechariah continues that theme in ch11 as he talks about this failure of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 11:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

The "S" Word: Husbands And Wives Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 30, 2007

God gave us marriage as a picture of Christ’s love for His church. We faithfully show the world His love for us in the way we accurately display that picture in our marital submission.

1. Marital submission is about a mutual position 2. Marital submission is about a marvelous preparation 3. Marital submission is about a mysterious picture EPHESIANS 5:22-33 On June 14, 2000, Southern Baptists created a firestorm of controversy. Leaders of our convention were all over the TV ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

31. Hebron Before Jerusalem (Parts 1 & 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 5, 2025

David understood the road to the palace was long. He mastered the idea that setbacks are sometimes God's setups

Hebron Before Jerusalem November 5, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 2 Samuel 2 God advances His kingdom through Spirit-dependent obedience, patient waiting, and merciful leadership—not through pride, ambition, or personal vendetta. Go will often take us to “Hebron before ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Religious Challenge

Contributed by John Knight on Apr 14, 2003

Overcoming religiosity and legalism. (a piecing together of three sermons from sermoncentral)

The Religious Challenge Mark 7:1-13 Introduction: Christmas phonies My experience with religious phonies Christian legalists made them that way I. Pharisees As Imitations Respected religious leaders Keepers (guardians) of the Law Became a members only club Jesus defines them by 7 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-13, Mark 7:8-13

Denomination: Holiness

Always Consult The Lord First

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 28, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you done anything without consulting the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: New leaders with ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To remind leaders to always consult the LORD first in everything they do. IV. TEXT: Joshua 9:14 (NLT)

I. EXORDIUM: Have you done anything without consulting the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: New leaders with ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To remind leaders to always consult the LORD first in everything they do. IV. TEXT: Joshua 9:14 (NLT) 14 So the Israelites examined their food, but they did not ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Captain Of The Lord’s Host Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 6, 2025

Every battle belongs to the Lord; He is the true Commander who leads His people to victory when they submit to His authority.

THE CAPTAIN OF THE LORD’S HOST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 5:13-15 Key Verse: “And he said, Nay; but as captain of the host of the Lord am I now come. And Joshua fell on his face to the earth, and did worship, and said unto him, What saith my lord unto his servant?” — Joshua 5:14 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Will Pray For My Church Leaders Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 10, 2015

Church leaders need prayer.

Series: I Am a Church Member (based on and adapted from Thom Rainer’s book by the same name) “I Will Pray for My Church Leaders” Exodus 17:1-7: Open When we are finished this morning, we will be 2/3rdsof the way through our congregational book study and the messages on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deacons Present And Future

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 15, 2019

Church Structure is designed by God. Deacons are important!

DEACONS FOR THE PRESENT AND THE FUTURE INTRODUCTION The Church is the Body of Christ. It was bought by the blood of Christ and every Christian exists and lives in submission to Christ. It should be of no surprise to us that God has given us specific instructions about how he desires the church to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Attempted Coup (1 Kings 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 13, 2025

Do churches face coups? What can we learn from an attempted coup? Let's look at 1 Kings 1.

Is political leadership still today exercised by people pushing and shoving? Do leaders of nations still like to impose their will rather than act in humble self-sacrifice? Let’s look at 1 Kings 1. In his old age, how did David remain warm in bed at night? Was it a purely platonic ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Got This—when A Pastor Is Leaving

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 22, 2023

This sermon celebrates a transition when a pastor leaves a congregation and both having faith for their future as a leader and as a congregation.

God’s Got This—When A Pastor Is Leaving Rev. Toby Gillespie-Mobley Joshua 1:1-9 1 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 It has been said, that the only person who likes change is a baby with a dirty diaper. Change means that a transition is taking place. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Use Me

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002

God wants to use you to make an eternal difference in the lives of others during your time on earth.

INTRO: We Build People Overview FIRST BASE: COMMITTED TO MEMBERSHIP (Include Them) “Come and See…” – John 1:39. NON-NEGOTIABLE VALUE: “Every person has the right to a presentation of the gospel at his or her level of understanding. PRIMARY FOCUS: Evangelism * Assimilation * Ministering to needs ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divine Dynasty

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 16, 2013

A sermon to challenge men to establish a great spiritual heritage.

"Divine Dynasty" Joshua 24:15 And if it seem evil unto you to serve the LORD, choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Humility Of A Godly Leader Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 11, 2024

Godly leaders must possess humility, patience, and tact, just like Nehemiah. How we approach any situation, and the attitude we possess, will greatly affect our ability to lead and enjoy success.

The Humility of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 2: 1-8 In the previous chapter, Nehemiah was made aware of the desperate situation in Jerusalem. While he was far removed from the city and the difficulties facing the remnant who had returned, Nehemiah was deeply burdened for the needs of the city and the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist