Sermons on Follow The Shepherd:

I Shall Not Want

Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 4, 2020

The abundant life we have in Jesus calms our anxieties and allows us to live in freedom and generosity

May 3, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Acts 2:42-47; Psalm 23; John 10:1-10 I Shall Not Want Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” Life. And abundant life, no ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Lutheran

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep: A Message Of Redemption And Restoration

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 9, 2023

This timeless story carries a message of hope, redemption, and restoration that is relevant to each one of us, whether we are saved, backslidden, or seeking a deeper connection with God. Let us embark on a journey of inspiration and exhortation, as we look to this profound parable.

Point 1: The Shepherd's Love and Care In Matthew 18:10, Jesus begins by emphasizing the preciousness of each individual soul. Our Heavenly Father cares deeply for every person, regardless of their current spiritual state. Just as a shepherd would leave the ninety-nine sheep to search for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas Eve - What Do You Want For Christmas? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2024

Using the popular song by Mariah Carey "All I Want For Christmas Is You" this Christmas Eve devotion focuses the fact that all God wanted for Christmas... is you.

OPEN: There was a preacher who said that (when he was young) he was an only child - for the first few Christmases. As a result, he got the impression that Christmas was all about HIM, and he said “That was the essence of real joy. I thought Christmas was all about me, and all I wanted for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Speaks Through The Storm Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 10, 2025

Every storm in life has an expiry date. The God who speaks through the storm is still speaking today, and when His voice is heard, the raging waves of trouble must be still. You may not control the wind or the waves, but you can trust the One who does.

THE GOD WHO SPEAKS THROUGH THE STORM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:35-41 "And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side. And when they had sent away the multitude, they took him even as he was in the ship. And there were also ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Choices For The Birth Of His Son

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jan 2, 2023

A wealthy Boston family held a christening party after the baptism of their baby. Guests and friends swarmed into their palatial home. Soon the party was in full swing.

A wealthy Boston family held a christening party after the baptism of their baby. Guests and friends swarmed into their palatial home. Soon the party was in full swing. People were having a wonderful time enjoying talking to one another, eating, drinking and being merry. Suddenly somebody asked, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2, Luke 2:8-12, Matthew 2:1, Luke 1:26-27

The God Who Carries His Own Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 4, 2025

The imagery of God carrying His people, like a father carries his child, is deeply rooted in Scripture. It speaks of divine love, protection, strength, and commitment.

THE GOD WHO CARRIES HIS OWN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 1:30-31 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 46:3-4; Exodus 19:4; Psalm 28:9; Isaiah 63:9; Matthew 11:28-30 INTRODUCTION: Life’s journey is full of storms, valleys, and steep mountains, but the comforting truth for every believer is ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:30-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Our Saviour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 7, 2025

Jesus is the Saviour of the world who came to redeem mankind from sin and eternal destruction.

JESUS OUR SAVIOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 1:21 Key Verse: “And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins.” — Matthew 1:21 Supporting Texts: John 3:16-17; Acts 4:12; Titus 2:11-14; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prone To Wander

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 4, 2015

The last 2 verses of James (Material adapted from Steve Shepherd at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/if-one-should-wander-from-the-truth-steve-shepherd-sermon-on-evangelism-the-lost-168446.asp and other Sermon Central sermons and Alger Fitch)

HoHum: I’ve enjoyed fishing over the years but I don’t do much fishing. Why? Not because it’s a bad thing to do. The main reason why I don’t fish much is because I believe I can use my time more wisely doing something for the Lord. Get a group of buddies together and go ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral John 10

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Apr 22, 2002

Funeral for a faithful woman who died in old age. The sheep know the voice of the good shepherd and need not fear even death.

Ella Freimark Funeral 22 April 2002 John 10:22-29 Rev. Roger Haugen At that time the festival of the Dedication took place in Jerusalem. It was winter, and Jesus was walking in the temple, in the portico of Solomon. So the Jews gathered around him and said to him, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Christ - The Perfect Leader

Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 18, 2002

It’s hard to find a good spiritual leader. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, is just the leader you’re looking for.

JESUS CHRIST – THE PERFECT LEADER (John 10:1-10) Recently in the news, we’ve seen a lot of examples of bad spiritual leadership. The Roman Catholic Church, for example, is struggling with a major problem that all of us know about. Last week, Pope John Paul summoned the highest ranking ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

No Escuses

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on Jun 18, 2004

There are many excuses to not following Jesus, the ones who follow must have NO EXCUSES.

NO EXCUSES 2/7/99 I. Excuses (Lk. 14:15-24) A. Unnaturalness of the refusal. 1. There is a kind of law to which the more valuable a thing is, the less men care to have it. “The attraction of an object is the inverse ratio of its worth.” a. The lowest and of least value are that which gratifies the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24, Luke 19:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Crossing Jordan Possessing The Land

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 21, 2006

Following God is impossible unless we lean on him in trust and follow in obedience.

Joshua 3 Ex. 14:10-14 (Stafford CT, Mar. 16, 2006 Updated 12:05 PM) _ One person is dead, another is missing when a Stafford home explodes. Investigators are sifting through the ashes of a house that blew up in Stafford yesterday afternoon. The house on Hopyard Road was loaded with fireworks. Fire ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Inspectors Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2013

Followers of Jesus must be careful to not follower after false teachers & false prophets

Fruit Inspectors July 21, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Followers of Jesus must be careful to not follower after false teachers & false prophets Focus Passage: Matthew 7:15-23 Supplemental Passage: "Why do you call Me, 'Lord, Lord,' and do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Hanukah

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 26, 2012

Hanukah speaks of persecution followed by the victory of righteousness over evil and the joy that follows.

Hanukah (Daniel 8:9-14, John 10:22) 1. Jewish humorists compare Christmas to Hanukah: Christmas is one day, same day every year. December 25. Jews love Dec. 25th. It's another paid day off work. We go to movies and out for Chinese food, and Israeli dancing. Chanukah is eight days. It starts the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 8:9-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lordship Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 19, 2020

Being a follower of Jesus means we follow Him in salvation, sanctification and service.

LORDSHIP Years ago, I knew someone who said that they had just purchased a new Lamborghini and that they were bringing it around for me to see. In the back of my mind I was thinking, how in the world could this person ever afford an Italian sports car? I heard a car pull up and went out to see it. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance