Sermons on Sheepfold: showing 346-360 of 639

Where It All Starts Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 30, 2016

Jesus deliberately enables Himself to be arrested, showing that He is totally in control of the situation. In doing so Jesus demonstrates that no one who is in God’s family will be lost.

Message John 18:1-27 “Where It All Starts”. For the next 8 weeks, and also on Easter Friday, we are going to focus our attention on the chapters 18-21 of John’s Gospel as we look at the Passion of Jesus and His willingness to give His life for us. We are entering the story at the point where Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 5, 2018

What are the characteristics of a good shepherd? Jesus sets the example.

I AM the Good Shepherd John 10:11-21 Today we will look at another one of the “I AM” statements in John’s gospel. The particular way that these two words are presented in the gospel are similar to the Greek translation of Exodus 3:14 for the name of Yahweh. We looked last week at “I AM the Door” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Life I Want

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

People don't always know that the life they want is in Jesus.

Two sailboats slice through the waves of a vast sea. Both are seeking the shore. The crew of one vessel turns against the wind, thinking to find harbor in that direction. But, unknown to them, they are headed for a life-threatening storm, and their little craft will not survive. The crew of the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Passion For The Lost

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Feb 8, 2021

Jesus welcomed those who others rejected. The Pharisees and scribes pushed them away. The crowd just watched. Who will we be like?

We’re continuing our journey with Jesus and his disciples from Galilee to Jerusalem. This week we’re taking a big hop from Luke 12 to Luke 15. As Jesus and his disciples travelled, Jesus has been teaching [picture on slide]. He and his disciples have been healing and casting out demons. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7, John 10:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

An Effective Witness Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 23, 2018

Message 28 in our study of Colossians exploring the elements of an effective witness.

Chico Alliance Church “An Effective Witness” Only second to Paul’s passion to talk to the Father was his passion to share Christ with those “outside”. He instructs the church regarding our witness in the world. Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunity. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14-17, Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Call To Submit Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 19, 2019

We do not like the idea of submission, but for the disciple of Jesus Christ, to answer His call is to submit to Him.

The Call to Discipleship: Submit Introduction We do not like the idea of submitting to others. Submission in the sport of wrestling is a loss. Submission to our bosses sometimes creates resentment. Submission to people in power can be unpleasant. Submission means we release our power, our self, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, John 10:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Thing Jesus Could Not Do

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 22, 2008

Jesus’ tormentors taunted Him, saying, "He saved others; He cannot save Himself." They unknowingly spoke the truth concerning Him. Indeed, He could not save Himself ... if we were to be saved.

MATTHEW 27:42 ONE THING JESUS COULD NOT DO “He saved others; He cannot save himself.” Boisterous, mocking religious men surrounded the cross. Laughing at the helpless man hanging suspended between life and death, they belched out vile, venomous scorn. Among the taunts they hurled at Him as He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:42

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Vs. God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 12, 2017

To show that rich people are nothing in this world because they are like idols, they forgot GOD that provides all things for our enjoyment.

I. EXORDIUM: Do rich people believed in GOD? No. They think they are gods. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that rich people are nothing in this world because they are like idols, they forgot GOD that provides all things for our enjoyment. IV. TEXT: 1 ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sitting In His Shadow

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 30, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 7: 1 - 29

2 Samuel 7: 1 - 29 Sitting in His Shadow 7 Now it came to pass when the king was dwelling in his house, and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies all around, 2 that the king said to Nathan the prophet, “See now, I dwell in a house of cedar, but the ark of God dwells inside tent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Learning To Lead

Contributed by Melinda Richardson on Apr 8, 2002

Knowing what God expects of leaders in the church

Introduction/Background The prophet Ezekiel writes the book during the Babylonian captivity. Here we have the Israelite who were carried out of their home land, away from their relatives, friends, and homes, and yes even their beloved temple at Jerusalem. Many had gone astray from God and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Hammers

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Apr 20, 2002

"We are laborers together with God. We are God’s husbandry, we are God’s building.”

God’s Hammers Text: Ecc 9:10 “Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might.” 1st Cor 3:9, For we are laborers together, with God. Introduction: The prophet Jeremiah speaks of cutting trees in the forest, using them to make a house and fastening them together with nails and a hammer. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10, 1 Corinthians 3:9

Denomination: Methodist

Worthy Sheep

Contributed by Mike Dubose on Apr 29, 2002

Jesus said, "I am the Good Shepherd." But will He find us to be His worthy sheep?

Worthy Sheep John 10: 7-15 April 21, 2002 Today, from the Gospel of John, we have the words of Jesus explaining His role to the Pharisees… Once again, they question Jesus as to “who He is,” and He answers them – “I am the Good Shepherd…” That’s who Jesus is – but He goes on to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-15

Denomination: Methodist

Gospel In A Shoebox

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 3, 2003

Five types of footwear that people in the church wear.

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church of Quitman MS Pastor Michael DePhillips www.forministry.com/39355PHBC Gospel in a shoe box Ruth 4:7-10 Now this was the manner in former time in Israel concerning redeeming and concerning changing, for to confirm all things; a man plucked off his shoe, and gave it to ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Church As A Growing Community Series

Contributed by Galen Hackman on May 10, 2003

5th and last in a series on the Core Characteristics of the Church. This sermon looks at the church as a growing community.

The Church as a Growing Community Acts 2:42-47 (vs. 47) Do you remember those little choruses we learned at Vacation Bible School? There were several little ditties that were brought out only at VBS time. One came to my mind as I was preparing this sermon: Deep and wide; Deep and wide, There’s a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Brethren

The Work Of A Shepherd Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 26, 2004

3rd of 4 messages: It comes down quite simply to a single truth: Sheep need care and protection.

A Shepherd’s Work Last Sunday I spoke about the three distinctives that set apart the “good” shepherd from the hired man and the mediocre, self oriented shepherd. The distinctives are: 1) The good Shepherd IS the door; 2) The good Shepherd KNOWS his sheep; and 3) The good Shepherd LEADS his ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ