Sermons on Personal Shepherd:

Eye Witness News 2 - Shepherds (Advent 2, 2009) Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Jan 2, 2010

This series approaches the Christmas Story by examining the lives of those present from a very historical perspective. This is week two focusing on the shepherds.

Luke 2:8-12 NIV 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord Is My Shepherd - What More Shall I Want?

Contributed by Ken Harris on Sep 20, 2010

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that the Great Shepherd cares for his sheep so much that he supplies their heart's desires.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Comanche Chapel Memorial Ceremony for Private First Class – Diego Miguel Montoya Fort Hood, TX 14 September 2010 Big Idea: We should demonstrate our love for PFC Diego Miguel Montoya through our reflections, and honor, of his life as a MP Soldier; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

So Many Lambs, An Abundance Of Wolves, Too Few Shepherds

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 1, 2024

The events described in Revelation Chapter 6 describe the terrors that will come upon the earth. The lost are like sheep without a shepherd about to face this horrid time. We must bring them to Jesus before it is too late.

Bible prophecy is not preached in a majority of churches today. The sad fact is that a lot of "churches" don't bother to preach from the Bible but are more than happy to cater to the unholy trinity of "me, myself, and I". They are in the business of people pleasing and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38, 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:8-9, Acts 20:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Study Of The Letter Of First John – Personalities Of The Children Of God – Part Iii Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 10, 2020

John starts out in chapter four warning his readers not to believe every spirit but to test them.

Today you will find many spiritually gullible and naïve people. We are shocked when we hear reports of religious groups creating pacts toward mass suicide. Someone has called them “Killer Cults.” Reverend Jim Jones & the People's Temple (900+died) Jim Jones, the son of a Klansman, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dirty, Dumb, And Defenseless

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 4, 2001

3rd in a series on shepherding.

Sermon for 6/3/2001 John 10:1-15 Dirty, Dumb & Defenseless Introduction: The “Candid Camera” TV show went to an exclusive prep school where all of the students were well above average. The “Candid Camera” people posed as career consultants who were going to advise these brilliant young men ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-15, Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sheep Fold

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001

Is the Lord your shepherd…now?

Sheep Fold Psalms 23 Is the Lord your shepherd…now? Are you saved…are you sure. Peter said make your calling and election sure. We are lost without Christ, regardless of how good we are. John 10: 9-16 Is Jesus Christ your shepherd? Then you will be obedient to him and he will be Lord of your ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walking In Shadows

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 5, 2001

A simple reminder using the imagery of the shepherd to show how God is personally involved in our times of trouble to comfort us so we can proclaim, "I fear no evil; for you are with me!"

MARTIN LUTHER ONCE COMMENTED THAT, "FAITH IS A MATTER OF PERSONAL PRONOUNS." IN OTHER WORDS, IT IS ONE THING TO SAY "THE LORD IS A SHEPHERD"; IT’S ANOTHER TO SAY, "THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD." THE IMAGE OF THE SHEPHERD HAS PROVIDED US WITH MANY POSITIVE THOUGHTS. JUST THE WORD ITSELF CARRIES WITH IT ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Free Methodist

Who? Us? Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 24, 2019

If we do not value people’s souls, we will not go out looking for them. And if we do not go looking, then we cannot fulfill our purpose … which is to bring people into a right relationship with God. And if we do not fulfill our purpose, then what good are we to God?

Imagine you’re God and you want to announce the most amazing, incredible, joyous news ever … an event that will literally change the course of history … the birth of your only Son, Jesus Christ … the birth of the One who will be the Savior of the whole world … the One for whom the Nation of Israel ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21, Acts 1:7-8, Luke 4:18-19, Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Exposition Of Revelation 1:4-8 Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 24, 2013

We should fall at Jesus' feet in joyous worship when we realize what He has done for us

Exposition of Revelation 1:4-8 Introduction: Last week, we began studying the Book of Revelation. We were reminded of the Book as being a comedy in the sense that it ends in a eternal wedding for believers and a tragedy to unbelievers ending in eternal death. We also remember that John tells us ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Temperate Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 12, 2001

Fifth in a series on shepherding/mentoring in the church.

Sermon for 2/11/2001 Temperate Titus 2:2; 1 Timothy 3:2 Introduction: A. Once the devil was walking along with one of his demons. They saw a man ahead of them pick up something shiny. “What did he find?” asked the demon. “A piece of the truth,” the devil replied. “Doesn’t it bother you that he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2, Titus 2:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"a Resounding Tribute To Pastors.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Oct 3, 2025

Pastors equip the saints for the work of ministry and for building up the body of Christ. This involves guiding their flock to pursue their divine purpose, thereby fulfilling the Great Commission: empowering people to share the Gospel and live out their faith with passion and purpose.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Jeremiah 3:15) "Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding." (Hebrews 13:17) “Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17, Proverbs 14:4, Proverbs 15:17, 1 Timothy 5:18, Numbers 18:19, Jeremiah 3:15, Nehemiah 6:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Able To Teach Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 29, 2001

Third in a series on shepherding/mentoring in the church.

Sermon for 1/28/2001 Able to teach Introduction: Gene Getz- Mike Cornwall was an elder at my church. He was also long time banker. At one point in time when he was CEO of one of the largest savings and loans in the state of Texas, he and his wife, Sharon, had an unusual experience. Mike and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2, 2 Timothy 2:23-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blameless Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 29, 2001

Second in a series on shepherding/mentoring in the church.

Sermon for 1/21/2001 Blameless, above reproach 1 Timothy 3:2; Titus 1:6 Introduction: One of the powerful figures in Wall Street fell in love with an actress. For many months he was always seen escorting her about in the fashionable circles of town. Deciding to marry her, he first put a private ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2, Titus 1:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sheep Need Leadership

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 5, 2006

The role of pastor is a ministry of leadership and shepherding.

SHEEP NEED LEADERSHIP Acts 6:1-7, I Peter 5.1-6 S: Church Structure C: Pastors Th: A People with Purpose Pr: THE ROLE OF PASTOR IS A MINISTRY OF SHEPHERDING AND LEADERSHIP. ?: How? How do we come to that conclusion? KW: Matters TS: We will find in our study of Scripture three matters that direct ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Trust The Hired Hand Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 6, 2011

The Good Shepherd verses the Hired Hand.

• This is the 4th of the 7 I AM statements of Jesus. I AM held a significant meaning in the theological minds of Israel. Moses spoke to ‘I AM THAT I AM’ as he stood before the BURNING BUSH and asked ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18