Sermons about Abandoning The Sheep

He Restoreth My Soul Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

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How is it that sheep under such great care of the shepherd would need to be restored?

He Restoreth My Soul Psalms 23:1-6 In our study of the 23rd Psalms we should reminded that these are the words of the sheep who speaks of the care that is given by the Shepherd. It is a great reflection of the relationship the sheep has with it Shepherd. • The Shepherd makes me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jehovah-Rohi "The Lord Is My Shepherd" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 4, 2011

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It is interesting that David, who was an experienced shepherd, pictured himself as a sheep, not a shepherd.

Purpose: To show that God is a good and tender shepherd. Aim: I want the listener to grasp a deep confidence in God’s goodness. INTRODUCTION: It is interesting to note that sheep are the most commonly mentioned animal in the Bible. When you include the term "flocks" there are over 400 times the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Moved With Compassion

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on May 19, 2012

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Why was He moved with compassion? Because they were sheep without a Shepherd!

Verse 30-34-Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught. And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Baptist

As A Little Child

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 26, 2020

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A call to humility. A warning against stumbling blocks. Lost sheep found.

AS A LITTLE CHILD. Matthew 18:1-14. 1. The disciples came to Jesus, openly and unashamedly asking, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” (Matthew 18:1). Jesus’ response was to call a little child to Himself. The child freely and willingly came. Jesus set him in the midst of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Be A Goat Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 17, 2021

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If you want to stand in the judgment to come, be a sheep; don’t be a goat.

Jean Crist from Niagara Falls, New York, talks about her days in a Christian college, where the college president gave a weekly Monday morning chapel message. On one occasion, the student body settled down for another session of daydreaming as he launched into one of those messages. His pedestrian ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40, Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 24:14, Revelation 13:16-18, Matthew 24:9-10, James 1:27, Matthew 19:21, Matthew 6:2-3, Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 28:10, Matthew 12:48-50, Matthew 19:28-29, Matthew 5:5, Romans 8:16-17, Revelation 20:1-6, Matthew 13:36-43, Matthew 23:8, Matthew 25:31-46 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Night With The Shepherds

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 19, 2024

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Let's spend a night with the Shepherds while they are tending to their sheep.

“A Night With The Shepherds” Luke 2:8-16 Introduction: Luke 2:8-9 “And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Welcoming Grace

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 16, 2019

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Taken from the parable of the Good Shepherd who leaves the 99 to retrieve the one lost sheep, this sermon focuses on how grace is welcoming... hence, A welcoming grace. The sheep was retrieved, then welcomed home.

A Welcoming Grace Five words appear all across America. We print them on books, newsletters, church bulletins, and thousands of search signs. They are the de facto mission statement for an entire denomination. “The Episcopal Church welcomes you.” We insist that welcoming arms await all who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Episcopal

Why Is Sin Such A Perplexing Problem? (Rom. 3:10-17)

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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Why is Sin Such a Perplexing Problem? (Rom. 3:10-17)

Why is Sin Such a Perplexing Problem? (Rom. 3:10-17) Illustration:For a long time I used to think this a silly, straw-splitting distinction: how could you hate what a man did and not hate the man? But years later it occurred to me that there was one man to whom I had been doing this all my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Is My Shepherd, I Shall Not Want

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 11, 2025

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Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved passages in Scripture. In just six verses, it captures the heart of God’s care and commitment to His people.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD, I SHALL NOT WANT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 23:1-6 Psalm 23:1 – “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Supporting Texts: John 10:11, Ezekiel 34:11-16, Philippians 4:19, Isaiah 40:11, Hebrews 13:20-21 INTRODUCTION: Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Live The Life Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Nov 14, 2002

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To obey God is to live abundantly, but to fully abandon we have to settle the issue of trust first

BE121601 LIVE THE LIFE 5. Obedience is Prosperity. For the past few weeks, we’ve been talking about LIVING the LIFE - which means experiencing a life of inward freedom from sin and outward transformation and joy. Of all the keys we’ve talked about to access that LIFE, Community, Discipline, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:20, Leviticus 25:17-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Saga Of Desert Pete

Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Jul 17, 2004

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An abandoned Desert well and a note found by it have some analogies with how Christians handle Faith.

The Saga of Desert Pete A note Found in the Dessert beside an old rusty pump- "Dear Friend, This pump is all right as of June 1932. I put a new sucker washer in it and it should last for at least five years. But the washer dries out and the pump has to be primed. So under the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anchor Points For Church Growth

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 10, 2002

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In light of a desire for church growth many abandon the anchoring points that bring God’s blessing.

ANCHOR POINTS FOR CHURCH GROWTH ACTS 2:41-47 Introduction: If we desire church growth, it would be good for us to look at the pattern set by the early church in Jerusalem following the Day of Pentecost. The church experienced phenomenal growth and had the power of God flowing through virtually ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian Response To Israel And The Jewish People

Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 28, 2011

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Many Christians are abandoning their support for Israel. Christians are instructed to support Israel and pray for peace in that country.

On May 15, just 2 weeks ago, a worship service at Cornerstone Church was interrupted for over an hour. The church’s pastor, John Hagee, was conducting a Support Israel Sunday. Unknown to the pastor or congregation, 11 Demonstrators from the “Esperanza Peace and Justice Center, ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Young Men Shouted - Old Men Wept

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 23, 2012

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Because of Israel’s refusal to abandon their idols They were taken away into captivity by the Babylonians.

Text) Ezra 3:10-13 Introduction: Because of Israel’s refusal to abandon their idols They were taken away into captivity by the Babylonians. This captivity lasted 70 years, Jer. 25:11-12. (It began in 605 B.C., when Nebuchadnezzar invaded and subjugated Israel. In 586 B.C., Israel ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Yet" Faith

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Sep 24, 2014

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This text encourages us to trust God in spite of circumstances that suggest that He has abandoned us.

17Though the fig tree does not blossom, and no fruit is on the vines; though the produce of the olive fails and the fields yield no food; though the flock is cut off from the fold and there is no herd in the stalls, 18yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will exult in the God of my salvation. 19God, ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

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