Sermons on Get Close To The Shepherd:

No Power Without Suffering

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 20, 2019

You must walk the walk to get the power.

Php 3:10 That I may know Him, and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being made conformable unto His death; Every Christian wants to walk in the power of His resurrection, but few want the sufferings and death that came before the resurrection. Dump your easy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Virtue Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Terry Denis on Apr 22, 2019

Forgiveness is giving up the right to get even.

Introduction. The command to forgive others is often repeated in the scriptures yet it seems to be the most difficult to obey or comply with. Consequently, many struggle with: · Bitterness · Hatred and anger · Resentment · Heartaches · Fear · Rage. And others It is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:33-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time For Meat

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 5, 2019

Quit sucking milk and get a knife for meat!

Having spent almost sixty-seven years on this planet and saved in 1975 I have a bit of experience in some areas. I have been in some aspect of ministry almost from the start. I have had opportunities to live in several states and serve in various churches and ministries. What I have noticed, as ...read more

Scripture: John 3:12, Hebrews 5:11-14, 1 Corinthians 13:11, 1 Corinthians 3:2

Denomination: Baptist

Can We Reach Perfection In This Life?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 29, 2017

Heading for perfection in the Lord how to get there.

CAN WE REACH PERFECTION IN THIS LIFE? Genesis 17: 1 And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect. Matthew 5: 48 Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1

Denomination: Baptist

Lost?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 29, 2019

The difference between getting lost and staying lost.

Lost? Luke 15: 1 - 10 Intro: Raise your hand if you will admit that you have been lost while driving your car. My observation is that men and women react differently to being lost: Man – drives and drives w/o stopping to ask directions. Woman – stops at the first gas station or even stop ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Introduction To The Book Of Daniel Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 30, 2021

A few background details before getting into the study.

Tonight, we begin a more detailed look at the book of Daniel. I’m not exactly sure where God will lead us in this study. There are only 12 chapters in the book of Daniel but I’m not sure how detailed God will get us. But I anticipate this study taking 5-6 months or longer. So, hang on. Fasten ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Consecration

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 11, 2021

What we must do to be get consecration

Christian Consecration Romans 12:1I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2And be not conformed to this world: but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Samson's Final Revenge Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Sep 17, 2023

Samson gets revenge one last time

The Philistine rulers held a great festival offering sacrifices to their god Dagon. They said, "Our god has given us victory over our enemy Samson!" When the people saw him, they praised their god saying, "Our god has delivered our enemy to us! The one who killed do many of us is now ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:28-31

Going Through The Motions Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 22, 2023

Haggai challenges the people to get their hearts right

Haggai: The Best is Yet to Come Haggai 2:10-19 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-22-23 Intro [ I dressed as a “rock star” and pretended to play “Eruption” by Eddie Van Halen.] Angel is right. I’m not a rock star. I was just “going through the motions.” Through ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Arise And Go

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on May 21, 2025

God told Joshua to get up and go

Read Joshua 1:1-9 V 2 Moses has died God tells Joshua to Arise and Go Understand at this time Joshua is not a young man anymore He’s spent years being the assistant to Moses Joshua was prepared by God in the small things before he became the leader of Israel Faithfulness in the little things ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Other

Complaints In The Dessert

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 28, 2026

complainers can get on your last nerve

Complaints in the desert Numbers 11: Good Morning church- Glad you have joined us and hope the Lord will minister to you in a powerful way. Please turn with me to the OT book of Numbers Chapter 11. Our text takes us to where we have all been at times and where we have had to listen to someone ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

The God Who Shows Himself

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 17, 2019

This is a sermon based on Jesus' encounter with Thomas following the Resurrection. It focuses on how the LORD Jesus revealed Himself to Thomas and helped Thomas find faith, security and peace.

Scripture: John 20:24 – 31 Title: The God Who Shows Himself INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you about the God who cares so much that He takes the extra time to reveal Himself to us even in those times that we may not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31, Judges 7:9-14, Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Nazarene

The Church Names Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 2, 2020

There are certain titles given to Jesus in Scripture that speak to the intimate relationship that He has with His church. Jesus is - the shepherd of the flock, the head of the body, the cornerstone of the building...etc

The Church Names Of Jesus OKAY – first of all I would like to give a huge birthday shout out to… to….US!!! YOU SEE – today is Pentecost Sunday! The birthday of the Church and of the Kingdom Jesus came to establish, nearly 2000 years ago. NOW REMEMBER – Jesus said in Matthew 16 And I tell you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, John 10:14, Colossians 1:18, Isaiah 54:5, John 15:5, Ephesians 2:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Amos: A Message Of Doom And Restoration

Contributed by William Yates on Apr 9, 2005

In Amos 9 we get a glimpse of God’s judgment of Israel, but also the promise of restoration.

Amos 1:1-2 (New Living Translation) 1 This message was given to Amos, a shepherd from the town of Tekoa in Judah. He received this message in visions two years before the earthquake, when Uzziah was king of Judah and Jeroboam II, the son of Jehoash, was king of Israel. 2This is his report of ...read more

Scripture: Amos 9:1-15

Walking In Divine Purpose Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Belinda V. Broadnax on Oct 24, 2024

This sermon explores how hearing and obeying God’s voice leads to walking in the divine purpose He has set for our lives. It emphasizes how purpose is discovered and fulfilled through a close relationship with God.

Every person on this earth was created with a purpose. Deep within us, there is a desire to know why we are here, what we are meant to do, and how our lives fit into the greater picture. This search for purpose is not just a natural human longing—it is a spiritual pursuit. The Bible tells us in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Other