Sermons on Character Of The Shepherd:

The Shepherd's Promise

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

God promises to be with us

Psalm 23 - Part 4 - 2/5/11 Turn with me this morning to Psalm 23. If you open your bible right in the middle, you probably will land somewhere in the Psalms or just a little right of the Psalms. We are going to continue on looking at this Psalm that has been a source of comfort and blessing to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 22, 2018

Having revealed Himself as the Door of the sheep, Jesus also declared that He was the Defender of the sheep - the Good Shepherd. He was totally committed to the sheep, laying down His life for them. What a blessing to know the Shepherd.

The Good Shepherd John 10:11-18 In our previous study, Jesus declared Himself as the Door of the sheepfold. Continuing the conversation, Jesus then declared Himself the Defender of the sheep – the Good Shepherd. Such a continuation is fitting when one considers that the shepherd served as both the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Apr 21, 2018

Jesus said that He was the Good Shepherd, the kind of Shepherd that looks after and protects the sheep - Jesus not only preached this but lived up to it to the full, even to dying so as to protect the sheep.

The Good Shepherd John 10: 11-18 Today’s reading is part of a dialogue which culminates in one of the ‘I AM’ saying of Jesus. St John’s gospel is renowned for its I AM sayings as it gives a unique picture of Jesus and the characteristics of the Son of God. Those two words in themselves are very ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18, Isaiah 40:10-11

In Praise Of The Shepherd

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Apr 23, 2018

Many people know the 23rd Psalm. It is the most well-known poem of all time. But for as many as know the psalm, few really know the Shepherd.

A famous actor was once the guest of honor at a social gathering where he received many requests to recite favorite excerpts from various literary works. An old preacher in the audience asked the actor to recite the twenty-third Psalm. The actor agreed—on the condition that the preacher would ...read more

Denomination: Other

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 18, 2024

Jesus said 'I am the Good Shepherd.' This is one of Jesus' most famous descriptions of himself. It gives us a lot of encouragement. But there are some things he calls us to do: follow, listen and flee.

INTRODUCTION A couple of weeks ago, we started a new series for the afternoon services, looking at WHO JESUS IS. In the Bible, God the Father and Jesus have many titles and descriptions. They tell us something about God the Father or Jesus. When Jesus was crucified, Pilate had a notice prepared ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 18, 2024

Jesus is the Good Shepherd who truly cares.

John 10:11-18 The Good Shepherd 1. The shepherd of the 23 Psalm • He is responsible for giving water, food and protection to his flock. • But then he goes further than we would expect by saying, “The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep” (v. 11). • How many shepherds would ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Daniel Ray Ortega on Jun 7, 2023

There was once a great actor, who graced the theatres reciting popular literary passages. In one of his performances, an old Pentecostal pastor challenged the man and asked him to recite Psalm 23, to which he obliged.

I am the Good Shepherd Sermon The Good Shepherd Read - John 10: 11-16 11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 12 The hired hand, who is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep, sees the wolf coming and leaves the sheep and runs away—and the wolf ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16, 1 Samuel 17:34-36, 2 Samuel 12:1-3

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Jun 25, 2023

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Missing A Shepherd

Contributed by Kevin Jones on Jul 3, 2023

Just like Jesus we live in a lost and confused world. A world that is in desperate need for a shepherd.

Missing a Shepherd Jesus lived in a world much like ours… not the technical things we have, but a world filled with people who are lost, selfish, confused… He spent His life trying to reach them with the good news. Why? Because He loved them and I can tell you that He still loves them today… 35 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shepherd At The Gate

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2021

Jesus the Good Shepherd

Shepherd at the gate John 10:1-21 Good morning everyone, certainly glad that you are with us this morning. May God touch you with His Word. Prayer- Father let us come this morning with no perceived idea of what you want to say to us. Lord we just that you want to speak to us. May our hearts be ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Shepherd In The Shadows

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 5, 2021

Strong images of a loving Shepherd, Jesus Christ, shows us God's great care, protection and guidance throughout our lives.

MARTIN LUTHER ONCE COMMENTED THAT, "FAITH IS A MATTER OF PERSONAL PRONOUNS." IN OTHER WORDS, IT IS ONE THING TO SAY "THE LORD IS A SHEPHERD"; BUT QUITE ANOTHER THING TO BE ABLE TO SAY, "THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD." THE IMAGE OF THE SHEPHERD HAS PROVIDED US WITH MANY ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:14, Genesis 28:15, Joshua 1:5, Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Testimony Of The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Dec 17, 2022

A few miles outside of Bethlehem some shepherds had gathered their sheep together for the night. Luke tells us that just when everyone was settling down and getting warm around their fires the skies suddenly opened up. Suddenly, it was no longer a silent night.

Alba 12-18-2022 THE TESTIMONY OF THE SHEPHERDS Luke 2:8-20 Two young boys were spending the night at their grandparents' house the week before Christmas. At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers. The younger one began praying at the top of his lungs: "I PRAY ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shepherds And Harvests

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 3, 2020

What do tending sheep and harvesting crops have to do with church? Let’s look at some important farm lessons that apply to our local church in Matthew 9:35-10:8.

What do tending sheep and harvesting crops have to do with church? Let’s look at some important farm lessons that apply to our local church in Matthew 9:35-10:8. Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of A Shepherd Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 6, 2021

Paul's farewell speech to the Ephesian elders reveals his conduct (of the past), his commitment (in the present) and his concern (for the future). We see the heart of a shepherd.

Having been speaking to a laptop screen for the last 10 months, it feels good to be able to speak to you face-to-face again! • We give thanks to God for this day. Let us look into His Word, taken from Acts 20. Read Acts 20:13-38. LET US PRAY: Our heavenly Father, we have come again into your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38, 1 Timothy 4:16, Revelation 2:2-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 15, 2021

Just like a good shepherd who leads his sheep to rest, God will give us rest and provide for us.

INTRODUCTION • What picture comes to mind when you think of rest? • Maybe it's a beach, a hammock by a cabin in the woods, or lying in a meadow next to a bubbling brook. • No matter the scene, we have pictures and images that help us imagine what rest looks like. • People are desperate to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ