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  • Ken Harris avatar

    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Dec 31, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,862 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to become dependent upon Jesus (as their Lord and Savior) to be their GOOD SHEPHERD.

    Sermon The Good Shepherd John 10:9–14 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Taegu, Korea I. ANNOUNCE THE PERICOPE: John 10:9-14 OTHER REFERENCES: Isaiah 40: 11 (Comfort for God’s People): He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
     | 8,237 views

    For His sheep.

    The Good Shepherd - John 10:1-18 This is my wife’s favorite passage and she has asked me for years to teach on this, but somehow it has never seemed to be what I was being lead to preach or teach. Finally, here we are. I guess that is a lesson in itself on patience. C];-)}|> There are many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    In Good Hands! Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 7, 2012
     | 6,708 views

    We will never answer every question regarding God’s calling and election and man’s free will, but how we respond to God is very important. As we grapple with these deep truths, we must remember the greatest response is to trust Him and surrender ourselves

    In Good Hands! Romans 9:19-29 Romans 9 may have raised more questions than answers for you. You’re not alone in this. Even the Apostle Peter, when referring to inspired Scripture written by the Apostle Paul, recognized that his weighty words were sometimes difficult to comprehend in 2 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Good Housekeeping

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Apr 24, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,119 views

    Since God lives in us, we need to keep His house uncluttered and in line with His purpose.

    Good Housekeeping: God’s home is where your heart is I. The Place of the Temple (Believers, individually and collectively) II. The Purpose of the Temple (Prayer, Worship, & Ministry) III. The Purity of the Temple -Mark 11:15-17 15 On reaching Jerusalem, Jesus entered the temple area and began ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Marty Baker avatar

    The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 10, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 14,051 views

    The message encourages people to have compassion on the hurting people they come in contact with.

    The Good Samaritan Having Compassion Dr. Marty Baker / March 2, 2003 / Luke 10:30-35 "What do I owe you for that?" I often heard my Dad say those words whenever someone helped us along the way. He said that one night to a stranger that helped us change a flat tire on Interstate 26; he said to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Good Enough?!

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Jul 27, 2020
     | 1,962 views

    Complacency and apathy is the ultimate Christian virus

    Covid didn’t stop us. We have had outdoor concerts, movie nights and worship every Sunday together. It has been a great summer. Before we read some of Haggai, let me give you a little background. Haggai had probably seen the temple in all its glory before the most of the population was led into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Allan Quak avatar

    The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 6, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,756 views

    The main purpose of this parable is to get us to ask a question. Do we have this unique Jesus-character of pity and compassion? A Jesus-character that is at the heart of being a neighbour.

    Message Luke 10:25-37 The Good Samaritan Today we are going to look at a parable which – probably – is the most well-known of all of Jesus parables. Why do I say this? Well in Clarence Town, which is the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, there is an organisation which rescues donkeys from ill ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • eric carey-holt avatar

    The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Eric Carey-Holt on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 198 ratings
     | 39,669 views

    The first person to which we are introduced is the poor traveller. He had taken the road from Jerusalem to Jericho, which was notoriously dangerous. It descended nearly 3,300 feet in 17 miles, running through narrow passes at points.

    SERMON—THE GOOD SAMARITAN—Luke 10: 25-37 The Good Samaritan. Familiar story. One researcher found in a survey that 49% of the people interviewed said they would be able to tell the story of the Good Samaritan if asked to do so, 45% said they would not be able to, and 6% were unsure whether they ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ron Newton avatar

    For The Common Good Series

    Contributed by Ron Newton on Sep 14, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,010 views

    God has given us every gift we need to function as the Body of Christ.

    Spiritual Gifts Series # 2 Introduction 1. Illus...One word to describe the Corinthian Church and it is not charismatic, as some might think because of its emphasis on the gifts of the Spirit, but rather problematic. a. Some of their problems were such things as: divisiveness, disorder, abuse ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Paul Apple avatar

    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,561 views

    CONTENTMENT IS NO PROBLEM WHEN WE ARE FOLLOWING THE GOOD SHEPHERD

    BIG IDEA: CONTENTMENT IS NO PROBLEM WHEN WE ARE FOLLOWING THE GOOD SHEPHERD INTRODUCTI0N: Do you ever have a problem with contentment? Who doesn’t! How do you feel when your kids or your wife complain ... = a reflection on your ability to provide and care for your family The Good Shepherd can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    Good Looking

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,089 views

    Six places to look as we examine ourselves

    1 Corinthians 11:28 Good Looking I adapted this sermon from "Christ Our Focus" by Ralph Andrus (http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermon.asp?SermonID=103326) Introduction A. A special pair of shades that can deliver the gift of sight. Called “Argus” — named after the mythological Greek god who had 100 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Good Days

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 14, 2003
    based on 105 ratings
     | 16,193 views

    The Psalmist tells us how to experience many good days.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A little boy named Alexander had a bad day one time. Perhaps you’ve heard of him. His bad day started as soon as he woke up one morning. Alexander said, “I went to sleep with gum in my mouth and now there’s gum in my hair and when I got out of bed this morning I tripped on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bobby Bodenhamer avatar

    The Good Way

    Contributed by Bobby Bodenhamer on Oct 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,546 views

    Drawing from Jeremiah’s call to the "ancient paths" this sermon encourages the Christian to make sure they choose the correct "way" as they live out their Christian life.

    God’s Way is the Good Way Jeremiah 6:16-21 By Bobby G. Bodenhamer, D.Min. For October 19, 2008 Introduction - A life of "change" Isn’t it remarkable how rapidly things change? In looking at this passage in Jeremiah my mind was drawn back over my life time. I was borne (I think I was born. Dad ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Derek Melanson avatar

    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Mar 3, 2006
    based on 46 ratings
     | 21,507 views

    Listening to the voice of Jesus, who laid down his life for his sheep, is the only way to enter into eternal life.

    “The Good Shepherd” John 10: 1 – 18; Ezekiel 34: 11 – 16; Psalm 23 Introduction: Of Sheep and Shepherds Ask the children: What kind of animal would you like to be? Why? Have you ever noticed that no one ever says that they want to be a sheep? Why is that? Does anyone here know what sheep are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andy Grossman avatar

    "God's Goodness"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 23,968 views

    Message on the promises of Psalm 84:11

    “God’s Goodness” January 18, 2009 “For the LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD bestows favor and honor; no good thing does he withhold from those whose walk is blameless.” Psalm 84:11 If you know me at all, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness