Sermons on Sheep In The Flock:

The Lights Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 28, 2009

What if you missed the lights of Christmas? What would you miss? You would miss Jesus!

Christmas Eve Service: The lights of Christmas Texts: Isaiah 9:1-7 1Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those who were in distress. In the past he humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future he will honor Galilee of the Gentiles, by the way of the sea, along ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Shepherd (John 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 31, 2025

Who is the good shepherd and why? Let's look at John 10.

Why is Jesus the good shepherd? How is he the gate to the sheep pen? Why did people not believe and falsely accuse Him? Let’s look at John 10. Did people understand Jesus telling a parable about sheep and their shepherd? Do we recognize Jesus’ voice? Jesus said: I tell you for certain only ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Exhortation To Pastors

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Jun 22, 2004

A message for Pastors.

INTRODUCTION (Verse 1): 1. “…who am also an elder…” a. Not: Pope, Denominational Head, President of Convention, etc. b. “I know what you’re going through; I’ve been there!” 2. “…and a witness of the sufferings of Christ…” a. Peter spent 3 ½ years with Christ. b. One of the three “favorites”. 3. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

God's Ruler

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 20, 2008

They way God judges between the righteous and unrighteous differs greatly from the way in which we make those same judgments.

God’s Ruler – Matthew 25:31-46 Intro: How many people in this room would like to loose 20 pounds? / How many people in this room would like to be taller? / Do you know someone who sees themselves as an old alley cat while others see them as a prize Persian? / Can you think of someone who thinks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Can A Christian Be Lost Again?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 7, 2012

Eternal life means unending life; this is what Christ offers. Some, however, are convinced that His gift is probationary. The life He offers is meant to encourage us, and not to intimidate us.

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father’s hand. I and the Father ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

It's A Love Story #3: Relentless Love

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 4, 2013

The Song of Solomon describes the relentless, passionate love that Jesus has for us, and how nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.

IT’S A LOVE STORY #3: RELENTLESS LOVE INTRO TO THE SONG OF SONGS: “The song of songs, which is Solomon's.” (Song 1:1, NKJV). • Three names to this book: Song of Songs, Song of Solomon, Canticles (Latin for song). • Author: Solomon: “And God gave Solomon wisdom ...read more

Denomination: *other

Angels And Shepherds

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 7, 2013

No person is an 'untouchable' to God: and the things revealed that first Christmas are such that 'angels desire to look into...'

ANGELS AND SHEPHERDS. Luke 2:8-20. To be a shepherd was not necessarily considered to be one of the higher occupations in the Judean province. This is surprising, since some of Israel's great leaders had been shepherds. Abraham had his flocks, as had Isaac. Jacob kept the flocks of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Is "My" Shepherd

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 29, 2001

Second in a series on Shepherding.

Sermon for 5/27/2001 Psalm 23 The Shepherd Psalm Introduction: A well-known actor had come to town and to the delight of everyone was giving public recitations of outstanding literary pieces. Among the recitations he gave was the 23rd Psalm. His presentation was flawless. Everyone was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Us Go To Bethlehem And Find The Faith Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Mark Roper on Dec 17, 2008

Today our Christmas traditions have evolved from the different ways Christmas is celebrated around the world. Immigrants have brought their customs with them, and as a result we have a great diversity of customs, traditions, and fantasy’s that obscures t

Let Us Go to Bethlehem and Find the Faith of Christmas Luke 2:15-20 It is hard to imagine not celebrating Christmas, yet during the infancy of America Christmas was banned and for a time, and even illegal. How did we get to where we are now? Christmas evolved out of the old Roman festival of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Are You Listening To Truth?

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Apr 7, 2016

Conversation amongst Jesus and the thief on the cross; are you listening to Jesus or simply hearing Him?

“Are You Listening to Truth?” John 18:36-38 36 Jesus said, “My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jewish leaders. But now my kingdom is from another place.” 37 “You are a king, then!” said Pilate. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

"salvation Comes From Our God"

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 19, 2023

The Redeemer-Lamb saves mankind. Our Shepherd-Lamb leads believers.

“SALVATION COMES FROM OUR GOD” (Outline) April 30, 2023 – Easter 4 – REVELATION 7:10-17 INTRO.: The Psalm writer asks, “Where does my help come from?” The answer: “My help comes from the LORD.” That question and confident answer has not changed over the centuries. In our text the multitude in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:10-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Significance Of The Swaddling Cloths

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 3, 2025

The Angel's mention of "swaddling cloths" was understood by the shepherds as referring to their practice of wrapping up the Temple-bound passover lambs so that they wouldn't be blemished, & highlighted the birth of the Lamb of God.

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE SWADDLING CLOTHS Luke 2:3-12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. What do you call a dog who works for Santa? Santa Paws! 2. Why does Santa go down the chimney on Christmas Eve? Because it "soots" him! 3. What do you get if you cross Santa with a detective? Santa ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:3-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Good Pastor

Contributed by Tim Parsons on May 29, 2006

This sermon deals with how to appreciation your pastor.

Pastor Appreciation is a time of closeness,celebration,and coming together in unity and purpose for the entire church. It help’s to establish priorities by realizing the plan of God for the pastor and the congregation coming together as Partners in minisity with the Pastor Leading the way. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Let's Give Them Something To Talk About - Part One

Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Nov 4, 2006

A Reason to trust in God.

Let’s Give Them Something To Talk About Part 1 Zephaniah 3:14-17 1. God Has Taken Away Our Punishment (14, 15) Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us 2. We Have Nothing To Fear (vs. 16) The Sunday supplement magazine, ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Contending For The Faith

Contributed by Don Campbell on May 8, 2023

Jude exhorts us "to contend for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints." A falure to clearly identify "the faith" has resulted in the proliferation of denominations and sects because divisions arose of opinions on matters of expediency.

CONTENDING FOR THE FAITH “Beloved, although I was very eager to write to you about our common salvation, I found it necessary to write appealing to you to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude v.3) INTRODUCTION A. Many speakers and writers became fixated on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-30, 2 Peter 2:17-22, 1 Peter 2:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ