Sermons on God Cares Like A Shepherd:

God's Character Sermon Vi: The Lord Our Shepherd Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 8, 2020

In times of testing, God's people have nothing to fear nor dread simply due to the watch care and keeping of His own by the Lord our Shepherd.

THE LORD OUR SHEPHERD “We all need somebody to lean on” is the popular line of a hit song you may be familiar with. It’s a sentiment with which most of us agree, as indicated by your responses on the little test on which you ...read more

Meeting The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011

This is the first message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the Lord as our shepherd.

The most quoted and best loved passage of Scripture is the twenty-third Psalm. The vast majority of Christians can quote bits and pieces of this Psalm. This passage is read quite regularly at funerals or during other times of crisis to provide comfort. This Psalm consists of only six verses but it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Nov 9, 2006

Showing how the Good Shepherd can draw near in a time of grief, bringing comfort and salvation.

SCRIPTURE READING: JOHN 10:9 – 18 (SELECTED VERSES) 9. I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and find pasture. 10. I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. 11. "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2025

Jesus, the Good Shepherd, personally calls us by name, offering true life, guidance, and security amid life’s noise and distractions.

Some weeks feel like standing in a crowded barn. So many voices. So much noise. Phones buzz. News churns. Deadlines demand. You find yourself wondering, Does anyone hear me? Does anyone know my name? The pages of John 10 open like a quiet pasture on a loud day. They whisper, Yes. The Shepherd does. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10, 1 Peter 2:25, 1 Peter 5:4

Topics: Shepherd's Voice, Guidance, Listening

No One Likes A Hating God Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on May 5, 2014

This sermon seeks to answer the questions, "Does God hate me?" "What does it mean for God to hate?"

Ill: “Don’t be hating on me.” Author Anne Lamott – “You can safely assume you’ve created God in your own image when it turns out that God hates all the same people that you do.” Background: • Reading of 1 John 4:7-8 & Malachi 1:2-3. • When ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

Jesus calls Himself the good shepherd and the word ‘good’ describes someone who is more than just competent but it refers to the character of the person.

Jesus, the good shepherd John 10: 7-21 There was a church where a man fell asleep every Sunday morning just as the Pastor began preaching his message. And every week the Pastor noticed him and it really started to bother him more and more as the time went on. He ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

Trust The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 21, 2017

Protection, Provision, Peace

FAITH OVER FEAR - Trust the Shepherd Psalm 23:1-6 March 19, 2023 Introduction: About 5 years ago a very famous New Zealander died…He was only 17 years old but considering he was a sheep and the fact that sheep usually only live about 6 years before they are sent to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon encourages us to embrace the qualities of the Good Shepherd, guiding and protecting others in our modern society with love, courage, and faith.

Welcome, my dear brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and souls. We find ourselves once again in the embrace of our faith, seeking solace in the Word of God, and yearning for the nourishment of spiritual enlightenment. We are here, not as individuals, but as a flock, a community bound ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Topics: Lost Art

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

Of Sheep & Shepherds

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 23, 2001

The Motivation, Manner & Reward of Being An Elder.

Of Sheep & Shepherds Commercial currently airing that shows a lonely shepherd with a cell phone. As he makes a phone call, those he calls begin arriving in droves, until he surrounded by 100s of people. Wonder how many real shepherds spend a lot of time on a cell phone? Lonely! As Phillip ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4, Psalm 23:1-6

Trusting The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Mike Parry on Aug 28, 2007

This sermon builds on Jesus statement "I AM the Good Shepherd" using Psalm 23 and Ezekiel 34.

“Trusting the Shepherd” The I Am Statements FCC – August 26, 2007 Text: John 10: 11-18 Introduction: During our recent sermon series, we have been looking at the “I AM” statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. So far we have looked at Jesus’ claim to be “The Bread of Life”, “The Light ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Shepherding The Suffering

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jun 2, 2005

Shepherds are to help the church remain faithful to the Lord when suffering.

Title: Shepherd the Suffering Truth: Shepherds are to help the church to remain faithful to the Lord when suffering. Aim: I want to encourage pastors and the church to live in a way that helps those who suffer. Life ?: How do church leaders help others to remain faithful to the Lord when they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

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

Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2025

The sermon proclaims that Jesus, the Good Shepherd, personally calls, protects, and provides abundant life for those who trust and surrender fully to Him.

Friends, some words settle us. Some words steady our steps and still our storms. John 10 is filled with those words. The scene is simple and strong: a Shepherd, His sheep, a door, a field, a wolf, and a promise. If your week has been loud, hear this: the Good Shepherd speaks in a voice that cuts ...read more

Topics: Identity, Divinity

Party Like It Is The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 4, 2003

As we continue our series on The Life - we will talk about the practice of celebration... (The Life - part 5)

Party, Like It’s The Kingdom of God The Life – part 5 The Practice of Celebration [We decorated the church for a party balloons etc) PICTURE – the following scenes in your mind…. · The Angels when they won the world series · Mark Mcquire when he broke Roger Maris home run record · Emmitt Smith ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:12-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ