Sermons on Godly Shepherds:

Godly Submission Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 23, 2021

1) The Command (1 Peter 2:13a), 2) Motive (1 Peter 2:13b), 3) Extent (1 Peter 2:13c-14), 4) Reason (1 Peter 2:15), 5) Attitude (1 Peter 2:16), and 6) The Application of Submission (1 Peter 2:17).

1 Peter 2:13-17 [13] Be subject for the Lord's sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme, [14] or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good [15] For this is the will of God, that by doing good you should put to silence ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Other

The Mystery Of Godliness Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 1, 2022

1 Timothy 3:14-16 shows us the nature of the church.

Scripture In the third chapter of his First Letter to Timothy, Paul set down the qualifications for church officers. He described the qualifications for overseers, also known as elders, in verses 1-7 and then the qualifications for deacons in verses 8-13. Paul then turned his attention to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Godly Generations Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 8, 2024

The family tree is described as vine plant, olive trees in the Psalm 128. Humanity is compared with plants, trees, including the palm trees. This house looks like a green house with peace and prosperity.

Psalm 128 Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever. HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!!   Introduction: Psalm 127 and 128 has a focus on God’s work in and through a holy family. A family tree is a list of all the people in your family: grandparents, parents, husband and wife, children and ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Godly Contentment Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

Godly Contentment

Psalm 128 Godly Contentment 1. The Believer's Walk 1 Blessed is every one that feareth the Lord; that walketh in his ways. The Condition - 1 Blessed, The Connection - is every one The Conviction - that feareth the Lord; The Communion - that walketh in his ways. (Keeps on ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Godly Ambition

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Mar 27, 2024

The nature of the Church, consists of a 2000-year-old chain of disciples who live their faith devoutly and inspire others to do the same. And every one of us is meant to be a link in that chain, for our own lives to carry and pass the torch of God’s love in Christ.

Godly Ambition 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Historian Doris Kearns Goodwin spent ten years researching and writing a book on Abraham Lincoln’s White House years (Team of Rivals). She says she was surprised, through studying his life and character, to discover one quality in particular that stood out as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Godly Dads

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

We honor fathers who not only gave us life, but who also show us how to live.

Opening illustration: While waiting for an eye examination last year, I was struck by a statement I saw in the optometrist’s office: “Eighty percent of everything children learn in their first 12 years is through their eyes.” I began thinking of all that children visually process through reading, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Persecution Of The Godly Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 17, 2024

In this sermon we'll explore why ungodly people attack godly people and what the Bible has to say about this phenomenon.

As believers, we are not immune to persecution and attacks from ungodly people. In fact, the Bible teaches us that we can expect to face opposition and hostility from those who do not share our faith. In this sermon we'll explore why ungodly people attack godly people and what the Bible has to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:12, 1 Peter 4:12-14, Psalm 18:2

Godliness With Contentment PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon explores finding true contentment and godliness in Christ, rather than seeking worldly gain, and the importance of Christian companionship in this journey.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I am so blessed to be standing here before you today, as we gather together, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family, bound together by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Isn't it a joy to gather in His name? Isn't it a privilege to be called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Topics: Contentment, Christ, Others

Godly Living SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 24, 2023

Understanding God's will in a sinful world

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves standing at the crossroads of faith and the world, seeking to navigate the often tumultuous waters of life. We are here to seek understanding, to seek wisdom, and to seek God's will in a world that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Topics: God's Wrath

The Persecution Of The Godly Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 31, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical reasons why some people hate godly people and say unkind things to them.

As followers of Christ, we are not immune to persecution and hatred from others. In fact, the Bible warns us that we will face opposition and hostility from those who reject God and His teachings. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical reasons why some people hate godly people and say unkind ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14, Matthew 5:44

Shepherds Of The Soul

Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 29, 2002

God has called our leaders to influence those under their care for the Kingdom and not their own gain.

Shepherds of The Soul Hebrews 13:17-25 We are down to the last section of this wonderful letter written to the Hebrews. The letter is over 1900 years old and yet, as we have been studying together for the past several months, I have continuously been amazed at how powerful, relevant, comforting, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

The Shepherd Is Good Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005

Explores responsibilities of spiritual leaders (shepherds) and comfort found in Jesus as our Shepherd/Leader.

THE Shepherd Is Good John 9:38-10:21 12-14-03 Intro Text: John 9:38-10:21[1] The first 21 verses of John 10 are a continuation of Jesus conversation with the Pharisees shortly after the Feast of Tabernacles. As you recall from last week, Jesus has healed the blind man. Here in John 9:38 we ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 17, 2001

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

Scripture: John 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing Your Shepherd?s Voice Series

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Jul 21, 2003

Does God Still speak today? Absolutely! Here are some way of developing the art of listening.

TITLE: Hearing Your Shepherd?s Voice 072103c TEXT: John 10:25-27 Jesus said: I tell you for certain that only thieves and robbers climb over the fence instead of going in through the gate to the sheep pen. 2-3But the gatekeeper opens the gate for the shepherd, and he goes in through it. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:25-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational