20 sermons on church leadership from real church libraries — each one transcribed, summarized, and searchable. Open any sermon to listen or read.
Scripture has a lot to say about who leads the church and how — shepherds rather than celebrities, servants rather than bosses. These messages cover eldership, character, succession, and leading through change.
Using 2 Samuel 6 (the story of David, the Ark and Uzzah), Pastor Lonnell Williams warns against mistaking applause and momentum for obedience. He calls the church to “carry” its culture — live the values (teaching, praye…
Arik Hayes preaches on 'honor' as a central Christian ethic — an 'authentic weight' — calling believers to choose honor ahead of feelings by honoring God, His Word, leaders, spouses, and children. He contrasts genuine ho…
A sermon on Acts 2:42–47 calling the church to reclaim the fourfold devotion of the early church — apostles' teaching (Scripture), fellowship (koinonia), breaking of bread (communion & shared meals), and prayer — which p…
Pastor Lonnell Williams preaches on Acts 2:37-41 (Pentecost), emphasizing that the Spirit’s convicting word calls for genuine repentance, baptism, and reception of the Holy Spirit. He warns against superficial religion a…
Pastor Charlie Dates preaches on Jesus' teaching about divorce and marriage from the Sermon on the Mount, arguing that God's intent is one-man/one-woman lifelong covenant while acknowledging limited, compassionate permis…
A sermon on Acts 2:22-36 that expounds Peter’s Pentecost message: the life, death (as God’s plan), and resurrection of Jesus, the outpouring of the Holy Spirit as proof of the resurrection, and an urgent call to Spirit-e…
A short, encouraging message to deacons and deaconnesses calling them to persevere in ministry, rely on God for strength through prayer and worship, and to engage in evangelism, missions and fellowship during the 2026 ha…
A Gospel Assembly Church youth-night panel and program addressing identity, the influence of technology/AI, and how young people can root identity in Christ through spiritual disciplines, discernment, and practical bound…
A Gospel Assembly Church Sunday School Black History celebration (3/1/2026) centered on the theme “I Rise,” combining scripture readings, performances (children, youth, adult classes), poetry (Maya Angelou), historical r…
A preaching on God calling believers and the church to a higher level using Elijah's story as the model: avoid stagnation and disobedience, receive God's provision, arise and move forward, and embrace mentorship as the c…
A Logos Bible Masterclass demonstration by Scott Lindsey showing how the Logos Bible Software (now with AI features) accelerates Bible study, counseling, and ministry work; includes practical examples, a Q&A, promotional…
A brief pastoral appreciation service at Gospel Assembly Church (8/31/2025) focused on celebrating and thanking church leadership, encouraging fellowship and worship, and expressing joy and gratitude in the congregation.
A New Converts Graduation service at Gospel Assembly Church celebrating completion of the 20-lesson new convert program. The service combined worship, testimonies of transformed lives, an overview of the discipleship cur…
Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell celebrates God’s provision after 12 years of being a nomadic church: his family paid off debt, purchased a first home, and the church acquired a building and three properties. He calls the …
Opening session of the HQ Convention 2024 with Overseer Thamas: worship, leadership greetings, fundraising appeals for convention support and international guests, announcements (fees, closing-night items), and a request…
A celebratory retirement and transition service for Rev. James T. Meeks after 38 years at Salem Baptist Church (Jan 8, 2023). Centered on Acts 20 and the theme "I Never Can Say Goodbye," the sermon reflected on the emoti…
AHope-filled message about navigating large transitions at Salem by remembering God’s goodness, receiving God’s strength, and waiting on His timing; practical encouragement to stay connected, give sacrificially, and invi…
A livestream from Kingston where the pastor and local leaders test live streaming, invite people to a healing and prophecy service, encourage planning and spiritual discipline for the year, and request practical support …
A teaching on servanthood as the foundational calling for all Christians and church leaders: each believer has a divinely appointed function, gifts differ by grace, and the church flourishes when members serve humbly, su…
Bishop Pineda taught on the nature, foundation and mission of the church: its identity is revealed by Christ, built on revelation and crucifixion, and expressed as the body and bride of Christ. He called believers to per…