Sermons on Intimate:

03 The Sheep Need A Shepherd Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 28, 2011

The names of God are found throughout Ps. 23 giving a picture of who our Shepherd really is

TIME Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011 “Hubble Finds Granddaddy of Ancient Galaxies” — about 13.2 billion light-years away — is a magnificent red blob that was recently discovered by the Hubble Space Telescope. -Organisms microscopic in size, hundreds, even thousands, can be found ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

Romans, Part 32 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 6, 2011

Testifying to what Christ has done in our lives is not optional ... it is the POWER of the Holy Spirit unleashed through us to introduce others to Him.

Romans, Part 32 Romans 10:10-15 Introduction - Often the Law is referred to as being “abolished” by Jesus – but that’s not true - Jesus came as the fulfillment of the Law, which is opposite removal of it -- Matthew 5:17, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Flock, One Shepherd

Contributed by Daniel Haas on May 7, 2011

Sometimes the lost sheep do not want to be found

One Flock, One Shepherd - Let's focus on the One Shepherd first and then later on on us, the One Flock Psalm 23 - Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil! - Hymnal of Israel: Trust the Shepherd! - Terror of the 21st century - Even or especially in our ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Congregational

The Lord Is My Computer Programmer

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on May 4, 2010

The Good Shepherd always provides for his sheep...

......... The lord is my computer programmer, he keeps me from power surges and power cuts; he gives me a steady flow of electricity. He has stored my soul, he has written my code perfectly, even though I’m besieged with span and viruses. My system shall not crash, for you are with me, your ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Friends

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Jul 1, 2007

This sermon was done on Friend Day, with the hope and encouragement that we can all be friedly to one another as Christ is the exampel for us to follow.

Friends John 15:12-17 Introduction: We all need friends, but few understand the basics about forming quality friendships. A true friend is someone whom we enjoy mutual affection, interests and respect for. The best friends are those who are helpers in times of trouble. Those who are our ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

He Is The Vine, We Are The Branches

Contributed by Chris Hughes on Dec 4, 2006

Christ calls us to a connected life.

He is the Vine We are the Branches 1 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower. 2 He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit. 3 You have already been cleansed by the word that I have spoken to you. 4 Abide in me ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

A New Walk

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

As we enter into a relationship with Christ, we are called to walk in a new way. We need to turn from the dark and head down the straight and narrow.

A New Walk Ephesians 4:17-32 I. A NEW WALK (4:17-24) 1. THEIR EMPTY IN THEIR MIND (17) - The word ‘futility’ literally means empty, vain, worthless. - The world is one big façade… ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

Self Control

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 19, 2006

Message about the importance of self control when it comes to anger and to the tongue.

Self-Control Fathers have important role in family. Most fathers do what they can to provide for the needs of their family. (ILL) Most of us are concerned about taking care of our families. Especially when it comes to safety and security. (ILL) Men we really do have some responsibility ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity Is Revelation

Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007

Revelation from God Our Father is the lifeblood of Christianity

Christianity is Revelation "On one occasion Jesus spoke thus: Father, Lord of heaven and earth, to you I offer praise; for what you have hidden from the learned and the cleaver you have revealed to the merest children." Matthew 11:25 A saying that is popular these days is that the longest ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25

Denomination: Catholic

Back To The Bible Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007

Scripture is the guidebook that provides the only reliable directions for spiritual formation.

Back To The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 Where do we go from here? Where do we get our directions? On the Friday after Christmas, I had the opportunity to hang a garage-door opener. Before I did anything else, I opened up the manual. On Tuesday, January 2, Timothy began the journey back to Groton, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 4: I Am The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 1, 2006

“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep”(John 10:11).

A. INTRODUCTION “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd gives His life for the sheep”(John 10:11). 1. What is a shepherd? One who takes care of the heep. a. It is the owner. “His own sheep” (John 10:4). b. A son of an owner. “Jesse said . . . there remaineth the youngest,he keepeth the sheep” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Denomination: Baptist

A Love That Doesn't Quit Series

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Sep 15, 2006

Humanity struggles with its knowledge of love. Although we have written about love, talked about love, and explored the many varieties and dynamics of love, humanity stills has to evolve in it practice of love.

John 3:16 and 10:11 “A Love That Never Quits”-Reverend A. LaMar Torrence I. “I wish I knew how to quit you”. The infamous line comes from one of the most controversial movies that have come out of Hollywood where the character Ennis del Mar has to learn how to love, how to choose and how to make ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Worship God In Spirit And In Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006

Our worship must be spiritual (with pure spiritual motivations led by the Holy Spirit that resides within us) and according to the truth of the whole counsel of God found in the Bible

How To Worship God In Spirit and in Truth by Paul Fritz John 4:22-4:24 Worship - To give honor, adoration and praise to God in all aspects of life The Purpose of Worship 1. To express our love for the Lord. (Luke 10;27) 2. To obey His commands to give worship to Him above all gods. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:22-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Standing In Salvation Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

Salvation gives us the strength to stand our ground in any situation in life

Standing in Salvation Ephesians 6:17 Series: Armed and Dangerous August 5, 2007 Morning Service Introduction In 1981, a Minnesota radio station reported a story about a stolen car in California. Police were staging an intense search for the vehicle and the driver, even to the point of placing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Church Of God

Know For Sure

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 4, 2007

There can be no spiritual journey or rightful claim to Christianity without first having a personal encounter with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

WE DETERMINE IF CHRISTIANITY BECOMES DEFINED AS EITHER RELGION OR RELATIONSHIP. THE DEFINING FACTOR OF WHAT CHRISTIANITY BECOMES IS BASED SOLELY ON WHERE WE DECIDE TO PUT JESUS IN OUR LIFE. SO, JUST HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A CHRISTIAN? WHAT CRITERIA WOULD YOU SAY NEEDS TO BE MET ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-5

Denomination: Free Methodist