Sermons on Lost Sheep Shepherd:

The Directionally Impaired Man

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Jun 22, 2008

I am intrigued by the unwillingness of lost men to ask for directions. It is a complaint so common it is a frequent subject of jokes and TV comedies. Almost every woman has a story about a man who drove around for hours looking for someplace and refused

The Directionally Impaired Man In researching for this message, I came across a joke that is told about a couple relating their vacation experiences to a friend. "It sounds as if you had a great time in Texas," the friend observed. "But didn’t you tell me you were planning to visit Colorado?" ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Thrill Of Hope Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 8, 2019

What did the birth of Jesus bring to the world that offered Hope?

OPEN: I love singing Christmas carols… so I’d like you to join me in singing this one. It’s called “O Holy Night” and it goes like this: “O holy night, the stars are brightly shining. It is the night of our dear Savior's birth. Long lay the world in sin and error pining, till He appeared and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 37 - Which Side Are You On? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jun 1, 2023

Are we growing in spiritual maturity? Have we put off our childish ways, and are we able to discern the right ways of God and live accordingly? Let’s examine ourselves to see where we stand.

I want to begin by sharing a testimony from last week. For the past two years, a family from another district have been regularly listening to the messages that were shared on social media. They called in to tell me that as result of this, their entire family had committed their lives to Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:11, 1 Corinthians 13:11, Matthew 12:36, Ecclesiastes 10:2, Proverbs 14:16, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 27:38, Luke 23:39, Luke 23:42, Matthew 25:31-34, Matthew 25:41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Receiving The Promise Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 24, 2018

I pray by the time we’re done today, every heart here will prepare Him room and receive the King of Christmas.

Receiving the Promise Luke 2:1-28 Rev. Brian Bill December 24, 2018 Joy to the World Written over 300 years ago, “Joy to the World” is now the most published Christmas hymn in North America. I love these words: Let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare Him room I pray by the time ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Christmas Peace Worth Waiting For Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 8, 2021

There are “Bethlehems” in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Georgia, and even Texas. In fact, I located twenty-eight towns named Bethlehem around the globe and in the United States. They have streets named Manger Avenue and Shepherd Street. But Bethlehem hasn’t always been so prominent.

Merry Christmas to you all. I look forward to seeing a lot of our church family during tonight’s three Christmas Eve services. Take a Bible and find Micah 5 (page 989 in pew Bible) and Matthew 2. You could call our series Christmas in the Old Testament. Centuries before Mary and Joseph, the Wise ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6, Micah 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What About Joseph?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 26, 2014

When we talk about the Christmas story we typically focus on Jesus, Mary, the Magi or the shepherds, but what about Joseph? His words may not be in the bible but his deeds are; and they speak volumes. What can we learn from the man who raised Jesus?

WHAT ABOUT JOSEPH? INTRODUCTION: When we talk about the Christmas story we typically focus on Jesus, Mary, the Magi or the shepherds, but what about Joseph? It’s like he’s just part of the supporting cast; one of the lesser roles in the events of Christ’s birth. In fact, there is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing Where You're At Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 21, 2011

The first thing a good GPS system needs to know is "where are you at?" And that's the question God asked Adam... But didn't God know where Adam was at? The answer to that question can mean a lot to us.

OPEN: Some wealthy hunters had come to Colorado and hired an experienced hunting guide to lead them into the mountains. They had been trekking into the woods for a couple of days when it became obvious that they had become hopelessly lost. It wasn’t long before the hunters became angry with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Infinite Greatness Of God - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 2, 2021

God is great in this Scripture, because: 1. He brings good things out of bad things (vs. 11-12). 2. He seeks to save all people (vs. 11-15). 3. He focuses on our faith in Him (vs. 16-21).

The Infinite Greatness of God - Part 4 The Book of Romans Romans 11:11-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 25, 2016 (Revised June 2, 2021) BACKGROUND: *In Romans 9-11, the Holy Spirit led Paul to discuss the Jewish nation, and the big question was: If salvation is by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Infinite Greatness Of God - Part 5 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 1, 2021

We must recognize: 1. The greatness of God's strict justice (vs. 22-23). 2. The greatness of God's Scripture (vs. 24-29). 3. The greatness of God's salvation (vs. 30-32). 4. The greatness of God's supremacy (vs. 33-36).

The Infinite Greatness of God - Part 5 The Book of Romans Romans 11:22-36 Sermon by Rick Crandall Prepared July 1, 2021 BACKGROUND: *Today, we get to the end of Romans 11, and in the last three chapters Paul was led by God's Holy Spirit to discuss the Jews. The big question was: If salvation ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Using Your Gifts To Serve Others - Part 1

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 30, 2020

1 Peter 4:10 admonishes us to "use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." What is the greatest gift all believers have received? What gift does this poor, lost world need most?

Using Your Gifts to Serve Others Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” And our memory refresher verse(s) for today is(are) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-11, Acts 16:6

Denomination: Nazarene

When Actions Contradict Faith. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 5, 2024

It's a true reality that many who claim to be Christians are living lives that contradict the very essence of Christianity.

It's a true reality that many who claim to be Christians are living lives that contradict the very essence of Christianity. They profess faith in Jesus Christ, yet their actions resemble those of lost souls. This disconnect between faith and actions is a paradox that undermines the credibility ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Ephesians 2:8-9

The Genuine Vs The Counterfeit Christian Believers. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 13, 2025

Here are few differences, along with biblical examples.

The Bible warns us that not everyone who claims to be a follower of Christ is genuinely saved. In Matthew 7:21-23, Jesus says that some will claim to have done great things in His name, but He will declare, "I never knew you." This raises an important question: what distinguishes a true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Acts 16:25, Daniel 1:8-16

The Woman Whose Strength Is God Is Unbreakable Woman Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 24, 2024

We live in a world filled with challenges and uncertainties; women of faith can find unshakeable strength in God.

We live in a world filled with challenges and uncertainties; women of faith can find unshakeable strength in God. The Bible reminds us that those who trust in Him are unstoppable. This sermon explores inspiring verses and heart-touching examples from the Bible of women whose faith and resilience ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:7, 1 Kings 17:8-16

Beyond The Numbers: Understanding God's Economy

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Oct 17, 2023

Jesus’s parables and Old Testament stories reveal astonishing truths. They show that God’s economy isn’t about math, but the true expression of value.

Beyond the Numbers: Understanding God's Economy Introduction: - We live in a world that is obsessed with numbers. We measure everything by numbers: our income, our expenses, our achievements, our popularity, our success, and our happiness. We think that more is better, and that bigger is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:3-7, Matthew 20:1-16, Mark 12:41-44, 1 Kings 17:8-16, 2 Kings 4:1-7, Isaiah 55:8-9, Colossians 1:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Message

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 13, 2025

Israel had become complacent, apathetic, mediocrity had become the norm, spiritual laziness ran rampant, worship continued but wonder was lost praise without passion was perfected. Just like today when God sent His messenger named Malachi.

The Message By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr PRAYER SCRIPTURE: - Malachi Chapters 1 - 4 OPENING: - So often in Christendom we get comfortable with tradition and mediocrity, and we become complacent with how things are. We don’t like and are not that receptive to change because that is the way it ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic