Sermons on Black Sheep:

"I Am The Door Of The Sheep - I Am The Door” - Presentation In The "I Am Series Of John’s Gospel” Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 27, 2022

Christ is the Door. In Egypt, the blood of the lamb was taken, and the hyssop applied the blood to the door, which made the form of a cross as it went from the doorposts to the lintel and the blood ran down. At Calvary, hyssop was taken, offered to the Door on the cross, He who is the Lamb of God.

“I AM THE DOOR OF THE SHEEP - I AM THE DOOR” - PRESENTATION IN THE “I AM SERIES OF JOHN’S GOSPEL” PART 2 This is PART two of this address. In PART 1 we looked at Christ “The DOOR of the Sheep.” We looked at the Shepherd of the sheep. Now we continue looking at the significance of the Door in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:13, John 10:1-9, John 10:10, Matthew 24:32-33, Matthew 25:10, Mark 1:32-34, Mark 11:3-4, Luke 11:6-9, Luke 13:23-27, John 18:15-17, Acts 14:25-27, 1 Corinthians 16:6-8, Revelation 3:8, Colossians 4:2-4, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lost And Found

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007

Sheep wander off and get lost because they’re stupid. We know better and still do it anyway, so I’m not sure just how smart that makes us.

Other Scripture used: Exodus 32:1,7-14 1 Timothy 1:12-17 Psalm 51:1-18 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. God, grant me the Serenity to accept the people I cannot change, the Courage to change the one I can, and the Wisdom to know it’s me. Naval aviation training ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

I'm Looking For You!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 6, 2019

the Scribes and Pharisees were confused as to why Jesus spent so much time with Tax Collectors and Sinners! Jesus came to seek and save the lost and that mission is ongoing! Praise His Name!!!

I’m Looking For You Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … John 14:23-24 “Jesus said, ‘If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make our home with him. “He who does not love Me will not obey My teaching. These ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, Luke 18:11, 1 John 5:16-17, Matthew 18:12-14, 2 Peter 3:9, Luke 19:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Maintaining A Holy Standard

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 16, 2008

It¡¯s a shame and a black mark against the church when someone comes to church bound, hurt, possessed, lonely, un-loved, cast down, forsaken, perplexed, sad, or just with a need to ultimately leave without having these issues resolved, we must

MAINTAINING A HOLY (SPIRITUAL) STANDARD By District Elder M. L. Maughmer, Jr. ***Spirituality without standard is an Atrocity*** OPENING: - It’s a shame and a black mark against the church when someone comes to church bound, hurt, possessed, lonely, un-loved, cast down, forsaken, perplexed, ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:44

Denomination: Apostolic

Sunday After Thanksgiving - Where Is Your Heart?

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 27, 2023

We just celebrated Thanksgiving, and the very next day, people are fighting each other for the sales on Black Friday. What happened? Where is your heart? What treasures are you seeking? Where are you storing your treasure? What are you storing in heaven?

2023.11.26.Sermon Notes. Sunday after Thanksgiving – Where’s your heart? William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: We just celebrated Thanksgiving, and the very next day, people are fighting each other for the sales on Black Friday. What happened? Where is your heart? What treasures are you seeking? Where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Matthew 19:20-24, Luke 12:16-21, John 3:16, Philippians 3:18-21, Matthew 13:44, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Mark 12:41-44, 1 Corinthians 3:9-16, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Colossians 3:17, 1 Corinthians 1:31, Matthew 6:33, 1 Peter 1:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serving Those In Need

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 26, 2017

Jesus' parable of the sheep and the goats reminds us of some important truths: people matter, faith works, and Christ judges. Jesus points us to a God who doesn't want anyone to go to hell but all to come to eternal life.

Matthew 25:31-46 Serving those in Need Have you ever seen that TV show, “Undercover Boss”? It’s when the boss of a large company goes undercover in his or her own business and discovers what’s really going on—for better or for worse—in the company. While Jesus already knows what’s going on—he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Baptist

Laodicea; The Chruch Of Today? Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Sep 30, 2010

Does the church of today resemble the lukewarm Laodiceans? Are we the last era of the Christian Church?

Revelation is the scariest book in the Bible, yet it’s also one of the most comforting, reassuring, and exciting books in the Bible. The beloved disciple John is almost certainly the author of the book, but unlike other New Testament letters, the first few chapters of this book seem to be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

When Rights Are Renounced Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Some people have turned ministry into a cash cow. Some people have just fleeced the sheep. Some people have completely overcompensated themselves, and they have found a great way to work the system.

I’m excited about finishing 1 Corinthians with you. God willing, we’ll discuss divorce, singleness, the resurrection, idolatry, spiritual gifts, tongues, love, and money in the weeks to come as we move line by line, sentence by sentence through this New Testament letter. Remember, every word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

"The Shepherd And The Valley"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002

Christ the Good Shepherd can lead us through the dark valleys because He’s been there. He laid down His life for His sheep.

Funeral Service Meditation, “The Shepherd & the Valley” -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Psalm 23:4, “Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death I fear no evil; for Thou art with me.” These words were written by a shepherd—David lived with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Congregational

In The Shadow Of The Valley

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 26, 2001

Psalm 23 likens us to sheep which are vulnerable -in contrast to the symbol of America - the Bald Eagle. (A sermon that refelcts upon the wake of September 11,2001).

IN THE SHADOW OF THE VALLEY Psalm 23 One of the most beloved Psalms of the Bible is Psalm 23. Psalm 23 likens us to sheep which are vulnerable. We as Americans do not like to see ourselves as vulnerable. For that matter, no one likes to be seen as weak and vulnerable. As one of the major ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Harvest Time Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 14, 2006

Most will never ’Come’ to Jesus until they are ’Brought’ to Jesus. The COMPASSION of the SAVIOR, the CONDITION of the SHEEP, & the COMMISSION of the SAINTS. Link included to formatted text version and PowerPoint Presentation.

Harvest Time Matt. 9:35-38 When Jesus walked this earth 2,000 years ago, it was in a physical body. He laid aside His omnipresence and was only at one place at a time. For this reason He spent His time moving about, going where people were and meeting their needs. v. 35 This is the Messiah ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Surprise!

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Nov 15, 2008

The sheep and goats on Jesus’ right and left seemed surprised by Jesus’ words. We will be surpised as well when we hear, "Well done thou good and faithful servant."

-One thing that y’all don’t know about me is that I hate surprises -Linda has tried to surprise me several times in our marriage but few of them have worked out, unfortunately -She doesn’t try to surprise me, anymore, thank God -It rubs me the wrong way on so many levels -After having dogs come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Lutheran

The Shepherd Came Even For You

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jan 3, 2010

Jesus came in lowliness, but he is divine, eternal Shepherd. He shepherds us, laying down his life for his sheep and drawing us close into his arms.

Text: Micah 5:2, 4 Theme: The Shepherd Came Even for You Season: Christmas Eve Date: December 24, 2009 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/The-Shepherd-Came-Even-for-You-Micah5_2,4.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Word from ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-4

Denomination: Lutheran

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 4, 2016

Jesus is portrayed as the Good Shepherd who provides, loves, protects, and cares for His sheep. Will we submit to the good that the Shepherd has done and praise Him in our life?

The Good Shepherd John 10:1-21 Introduction The Shepherd brings many things; provides many things; gives his life for sheep - Read John 10:1-21 / Pray ∆ Point 1 – The Shepherd gives Security Jesus begins to testify about Himself V1 – The sheep pen is familiar to 1st ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kingdom Breakers

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 3, 2019

There are wolves in sheep clothing who are in the Kingdom of God to break it so they come with deceptive tongues to confuse people about doctrines, dos and donts that are non existent. Be careful of these demons

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *KINGDOM BREAKERS* Romans 16:17-18 King James Version (KJV) 17 Now I beseech you, brethren, mark them which cause divisions and offences contrary to the doctrine which ye have learned; and avoid them. 18 For they that are such serve not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17-18

Denomination: Charismatic