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  • Jay McCluskey avatar

    "Why Are We Here?

    Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Dec 31, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,343 views

    Jesus wants Christians to be together like a shepherd wants his sheep to reside in flocks. This message reflects on why Christians should share in community with one another.

    WHY ARE WE HERE? Luke 15:1-7 • A chaplain accompanied a volunteer militia led by Benjamin Franklin back in 1756. To defend the Pennsylvania colony against Indian attacks, Franklin led his recruits in the building of a fort in the Blue Mountain region. Once established inside the wall, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Takes All Kinds Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 28, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,638 views

    he Pharisees who were bent on controlling life through rules, tedium, and withholding grace stood in sharp contrast to the common people who flocked to Jesus.

    It Takes All Kinds (Mark 3:1-12) 1. Do you think of yourself as a rational, reasonable thinker, or an emotional one? 2. Let me read this story from the AP: “The U.S. is simply abandoning tons of equipment because shipping it home would cost too much… Military planners have decided to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Church Names Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 2, 2020
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     | 4,879 views

    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

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Fox avatar

    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Dennis Fox on Jul 28, 2022
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    The Good Shepherd protects the sheep from the wolves. Wolves are always circling the flock, just waiting for their chance. Are you willing to stand with the Shepard? Are you willing to be a sheepdog?

    Good Shepherd 25 Apr 2021 Richardson I read an article about a band of killers and thieves roaming the Iraqi countryside. As if this country hasn’t had enough problems, now they have these gangs stealing sheep and attacking shepherds. These killers work in well trained teams with each member ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Family Matters Series

    Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 7,661 views

    In our pursuit of godly character we must recommit ourselves to doing family God’s way: children submit and parents nurture in God’s ways.

    Character Counts! Family Matters (Ephesians 6:1-4) Theme: God created the family to reflect His character. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to see that the American family is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Being Merciful

    Contributed by Timothy Mcginnis on Dec 28, 2000
    based on 65 ratings
     | 4,762 views

    The church exists not just too nurture and encourage Christians, but to be merciful to those who don’t know Him, and except them and love them for who they are.

    BEING MERCIFUL Jude 1:20-25 Key Verse–verse 23 New Life’s Core Group–July 9, 2000 Jude 1:20-25 (NIV) 20 But you, dear friends, build yourselves up in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Non-Absentee Farmer

    Contributed by Gary Graff on Jul 15, 2017
     | 3,841 views

    Jesus doesn't just plant the seeds of the kingdom and then disappear. He sticks with us for the long haul. He nurtures the seeds of faith and helps us to grow.

    Don't you just love a baptism? You have the beautiful little baby, the parents and God parents making promises to both child and God. And you have the water and the word. God promising to adopt this child into his family and make him or her his own. There's a lot of stuff going on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Practical Ways To Show Mercy

    Contributed by Efe Oluwatosin on Nov 23, 2025
     | 36 views

    In Matthew 23:23, Jesus Christ emphasised that showing mercy is more important than sacrifice. Practising mercy nurtures a life filled with love and true fulfilment.

    Being merciful means embracing compassion, forgiveness, and understanding instead of judgment or punishment—even when you have the power to do otherwise. Far from weakness, it’s a formidable strength rooted in empathy and wisdom. How to cultivate the spirit of mercy 1. Understand before ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Is A Friend? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2025
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     | 88 views

    The sermon emphasizes choosing wise, loving friendships that nurture faith and character, trusting God’s guidance to build relationships that help us flourish and avoid harm.

    If you want to see tomorrow, look at the faces around your table today. The people who share your coffee and your commute, your prayers and your plans—these voices shape the volume of your soul. Companions can calm our fears or kindle them. Counsel can steady our steps or scatter them. God cares ...read more

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    John- Believe In Jesus And Live!-Part 4- " The Truth Will Set You Free" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Dec 5, 2015
     | 7,555 views

    Part 4 of our series on John

    Jesus – Believe in Jesus and live Part 4 “The truth will set you free” John 8:31-32 Intro From John chapter 18 On the day He was crucified Jesus stood before Pontius Pilate Being tried on false charges. Pilate asked Jesus if He is indeed a King as many were saying Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Romans 1:8-18 Paul Under Obligation And Those Who Suppress The Truth – Romans Message 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 10, 2023
     | 1,724 views

    Paul was under obligation to preach the unashamed gospel that was God’s authority for salvation. We look at human decline and wickedness that is in society today; the suppression of truth and the wrath of God.

    Romans 1:8-18 PAUL UNDER OBLIGATION AND THOSE WHO SUPPRESS THE TRUTH – Romans Message 2 [1]. FAITH THAT IS WIDELY DISTRIBUTED {{Romans 1 v 8 “Firstly, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all because YOUR FAITH is being proclaimed throughout the whole world,”}} We are continuing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    What Is The Church? (Reworked) Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 25, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,016 views

    This is the reworking of a sermon I wrote several years ago. The Church is: 1. The church is a fellowship. 2. The church is a family. 3. The church is a flock. 4. The church is a body.

    What Is The Church? Our text today is found in Matthew chapter sixteen. Follow along with me as I read: "Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, He was asking His disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" And they said, "Some say John the Baptist; and others, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Is The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 19, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,534 views

    EASTER 4 - Jesus is the Good Shepherd who loves his sheep to and even beyond death. Jesus is the Good Shepherd who wants all sheep in his flock.

    JESUS IS THE GOOD SHEPHERD (Outline) May 15, 2011 - Easter 4 - JOHN 10:11-16 INTRO: Not too many people today have the job of being a shepherd. The job of a modern day shep-herd has greatly changed since the time of Jesus. A shepherd is still vital in taking care of the sheep. At ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Laughing In The Woods And Feilds.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 6, 2020
     | 1,788 views

    Notice in verse 8…That night, in a field near Bethlehem,… Many scholars believe that these could be the same fields where sacrificial flocks were kept for temple worship.

    Laughing In the Woods Luke 2:8-12TPT Luke 2:8-12TPT That night, in a field near Bethlehem, there were shepherds watching over their flocks. 9 Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared in radiant splendor before them, lighting up the field with the blazing glory of God, and the shepherds were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ivd2 While Having Appearances Of Wisdom, Such Practices Have No Value (Col. 2:23) Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 8, 2019
     | 2,509 views

    I am amazed at the way educated people in America flock to see and hear gurus and other Eastern spiritual leaders whose teaching cannot change the human heart.

    1/2/19 Tom Lowe IVD2 WHILE HAVING APPEARANCES OF WISDOM, SUCH PRACTICES HAVE NO VALUE (COL. 2:23) Scripture: Colossians 2:23 (NIV) Such regulations indeed have an appearance of wisdom, with their self-imposed worship, their false humility and their harsh treatment of the body, but they lack ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist