Sermons on Shepherd Boy:

Reason Enough

Contributed by Cohss Spiritsong on Jan 8, 2014

The Christmas story from a shepherd's perspective.

“Another night going to sleep hungry. Why did I ever agree with my father that I would take the flock out this year?” he thought. He’d been away from his family for a long time, taking care of the sheep, making sure they had enough to eat, making sure they were protected, making ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-19

Denomination: *other

What Exactly Are You Doing In The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death Anyway?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 31, 2014

Sometimes we do not hear what God is saying to us unless we hear what he is not saying to us. To understand, we need now to go through some highs and some lows, especially the valley of the shadow of death to appreciate what a loving God we have. Read on.

This sermon was delivered to the congregation in St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 15th May 2011: by Gordon McCulloch (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: Sometimes we do not hear what God is saying to us unless we hear what he is ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Episcopal

Living The Abundant Life

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Feb 1, 2025

Perhaps a better title for this message would be "Life the Abundant Life provided by the Good Shepherd". This message takes a look at living the abundant life provided by the Good Shepherd in the context of Psalm 23.

Living the Abundant life John 10:7-18, Psalm 23 Intro. Jesus came to give us ABUNDANT LIFE I wanted you to see this phase in the context of the Good Shepherd. Jesus is THE door. Shepherd would lie in the gate. He gives his life for the sheep. Vs. 11 He did this willingly. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-18, Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Your Giants And Wining Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 30, 2018

We love the story of David and Goliath. We want to root for the underdog. We want the little guy to win when he faces a giant. Who wants to root for the big bully? Bullies are nothing new. The Philistines and Israel were in a face off.

Why is it that the story of David and Goliath has become one of the most familiar and best loves stories in the Old Testament? One reason is that we love to root for the underdog. We want the little guy to win when he faces a giant. Who wants to root for the big bully? Bullies are nothing new and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"How Great Thou Art!"

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 10, 2006

My God is the God of the impossible ... there’s nothing He can’t do. He can defeat the Goliaths in our life.

“How Great Thou Art!” INTRODUCTION: BASIC PREMISE … “With God … nothing is impossible!” - Do you believe that? · SOMETIMES … seems like we face IMPOSSIBLE circumstances. · SEEMS LIKE … all the odds are against us … NO HOPE. · SEEMS LIKE … no light at end of tunnel. It’s EASY to get DISCOURAGED ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:8-51

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Little Children Come Unto Me

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 19, 2021

This is the funeral sermon for a bay boy who had lived for one day after his birth before passing away.

LET THE LITTLE CHILDREN COME TO ME Luke 18:15-17 INTRODUCTION: 1) As we look at Luke 18 today, I want us to see a bit of the background to this passage of Scripture. A) As Jesus was speaking on the Kingdom of God, prayer, and the need to be humble before God families in the crowd started ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:15-17, John 14:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finish Strong PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The themes of God's unexpected calling, the consequences of unbridled passion, and the importance of enduring till the end.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into the heart of the Old Testament, focusing on 1 Samuel chapters 16 and 17. This is the story of a young shepherd boy named David who was called, anointed, and chosen by God to become one of the most influential kings in Israel's history. As we ...read more

Topics: King David

Freedom From Insecurity

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 29, 2011

A message about the security found in God and what a secure Christian looks like.

All right, open up your Bibles this morning to First Peter, chapter 2. We’re in the sermon series called First Peter; we’re just looking through this book. We’re going to topically walk through this book of First Peter. And again I want to remind you that every week, I want you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Smyrna The Persecuted Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 10, 2003

He was only three years old when his father died. It was of little consequence to the boy, for his father had been a killer. His mother took over the family trade and continued the boy’s education. She murdered her next husband with a dish of poisoned

THE REVELATION OF JESUS part 4 SMYRNA - THE PERSECUTED Revelation 2:8-12 He was only three years old when his father died. It was of little consequence to the boy, for his father had been a killer. His mother took over the family trade and continued the boy’s education. She murdered her ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Prepared For 2024 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores how David's faith, courage, and reliance on God in facing Goliath can inspire us to persevere, prepare for the future, and progress beyond success. Key

Ladies and Gentlemen, Brothers and Sisters in Christ, it is indeed a joy to gather together today, to stand shoulder to shoulder, heart to heart, in our shared love for the Lord. We are here to delve into His word, to seek His wisdom, and to draw strength from His promises. Today, we turn our ...read more

Topics: Life Goes On, Be Ready

The Prophecy Of Jesus’ Birth

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 14, 2021

Can the Bible be trusted? Yes indeed! Because of prophecy that has already been fulfilled.

Do You Hear What I Hear Said the night wind to the little lamb, do you see what I see Way up in the sky, little lamb, do you see what I see A star, a star, dancing in the night With a tail as big as a kite With a tail as big as a kite Said the little lamb to the shepherd boy, do you hear what I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Bride In Song Of Songs

Contributed by Kunnil Wilson on Jan 5, 2023

The beautiful picture of the Bride for our Lord Jesus Christ

The Holy Bible consists of 66 books, 39 books in the Old Testament and 27 books in the New Testament. Out of these 66 books, 6 books are in poetical language, or books in poetic form. All these 6 books of poetry are found in the Old Testament. Job, Psalms, Parables, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tounge Trouble

Contributed by David Whitten on Dec 4, 2001

ILL:Little boy selling a push lawnmower. Baptist preacher come along and wanted to buy it and asked did it run. "Yes sir", said the boy. The preacher pulled and pulled on the rope and said, "Son, this thing won’t start." The boy said, "That’s ‘cause you ‘

Tounge Trouble THE TROUBLE MAKING TONGUE JAMES 3:1-12 Self control is an awesome thing to behold. This Fruit of the Spirit is the most respected fruit listed in Galations 5:22-24. Perhaps this is because so few of us have obtained it. We respect those who demonstrate it. ILL:Little boy selling ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Cup Runs Over Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

The Shepherd’s relationship to me begins with His commitment.

A. RELATIONSHIP IS THE KEY TO UNDERSTANDING PSALM 23 1. The Shepherd’s relationship to me begins with His commitment. a. Possession. “His own sheep” (John 10:4). b. Sacrifice. “The good shepherd giveth His life” (John 10:11). c. Transforms. “He restoreth my soul” (Ps. 23:3). d. Care. “Calleth ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Good Shepherd, I Am Satisfied."

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on May 6, 2001

JESUS IS the Good Shepherd who REMINDs HIS Sheep of how he provides, for their eternal and abundant life. HE THEN GOES ON TO GIVE US INSTRUCTIONS ON TO

THE FOURTH SUNDAY IN THE SEASON OF EASTER,, THE MESSAGE FOR SUNDAY THE 6th OF MAY, 2001 THE TEXT ARE: The LESSON:.....PSALM 23: 1-6 The Gospel......JOHN 10: 22-30 PRAYER...MAY THE WORDS OF GOD AND HIS MESSAGE SPOKEN THIS HOUR BE BOTH A WORD OF COMFORT AND CHALLENGE WE PRAY THAT IT WILL ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:22-30

Denomination: Methodist