Sermons on Shepherd Guides:

Constraints Of Restoration-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 18, 2019

2 of 7. God blessed Noah’s family with a restoration based on relationship. Man’s restoration is to be constrained/determined thru relationships. How do relationships constrain or determine our restoration? Restoration is constrained thru relationship with...

Series: SUPPLANTING The LEGACY Of WICKEDNESS—Genesis 6:9—10:32 A—GOD’s REMOVAL STRATEGY—Genesis 6:9-22 Toward Removing the Legacy of Wickedness B—GOD’s DESIGNED DESTRUCTION(& Salvation)—Genesis 7:1-24 C—SALVATION REALIZED(Getting to Normal)—Genesis 8:1-19 D—EXPERIENCING The VICTORY(Man’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lighting The Way Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 29, 2025

David wrote that God's word is the lamp for our feet and the light for our path. What does this mean and how do we put that to use in our lives? Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister, Scott Jewell.

The alphabet has always been foundational to learning. If you’ve ever watched The Sound of Music, you probably remember the scene where Maria is teaching the children to sing. She tells them, “Let’s start at the very beginning, a very good place to start. When you read, you begin with A B ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To You This Day Is Born A Saviour

Contributed by Michael Uebergang on Apr 12, 2006

Our text tells of a great story and what a friendly coming by a friendly God who is full of goodwill toward mankind.

To You This Day is Born A Saviour Luke 2: 8 – 15 My guess is that all of you here know the Christmas story… What makes this story so great? What makes this story so great is that it is the story of how God comes to us in the friendliest of ways. Think about it: God who is so great comes to us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Lutheran

The Overflow Of The Heart

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 30, 2006

Message discussing how our mouth reflects what’s in our heart.

The Overflow of the Heart Matthew 12:33-37 May 7, 2006 Introduction Let me tell you a story about something that happened a number of years ago while I worked at Pizza Hut in Brookings: One night we were very busy at the restaurant, and our supply truck came late, right in the middle of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:33-37

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Gift Worth Waiting For Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Nov 6, 2001

The second of a four part series with focus on the birth of Jesus

A GIFT WORTH WAITING FOR John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: In Luke, chapter 2, we have the story of Mary and Joseph going to Bethlehem and the birth of the Christ child. I would like to talk to you about God and His timing this morning, and how Christmas, more beautifully than any other story, teaches ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-6, Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Chance Do Sheep Have Among Wolves?

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 13, 2009

Do you know Jesus Christ as your shepherd?

Intro. In our text we see 1. The Sender - Jesus is the source and fountain of the Gospel! “I send” Jesus is about to send them out to do His work. He tells them to pray, for the harvest is great - no sooner did He tell them to pray, but that He announced that they were the very answer to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

10 How’s Your Eating Habits? Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 12, 2011

We long to be sheltered, secure, & satisfied The Shepherd At Work: 1. Looking For The Best Grazing & Bedding Land 2. Removal of Poisonous Plants, Snakes, Scorpions 3. Clean the Drinking Holes

Ps 23:5 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. - Sheep are completely defenseless. They can't bite like dogs, scratch like cats, kick like horses or even snap like turtles. - Yet have many enemies • Cougars ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Baptist

It's A Wonder-Filled Life

Contributed by Mark Otero on Dec 21, 2010

A Christmas message. Most people have no problem getting up for Christmas but what about the day after? This message is based on Luke 2:20 from what I see as the shepherds return to "normal" after God has broken into their lives.

"It's A Wonder-filled Life" Luke 2:20 "Then the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told them." Intro: Frank Capra's "It's a Wonderful Life" is, by far, my all time favorite Christmas movie. George Bailey finds out that even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:20

Denomination: *other

He Fixs My Soul

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 7, 2009

The Good Shepherd helps our souls

John is the kind of guy you love to hate. He is always in a good mood and always has something positive to say. When someone would ask him how he was doing, he would reply, ’If I were any better, I would be twins!’ He was a natural motivator. If an employee was having a bad day, John was there ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Jesus Said About Himself

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 30, 2020

Jesus was open about himself he hide nothing.

WHAT JESUS SAID ABOUT HIMSELF John 4:50 Jesus saith unto him, Go thy way; thy son liveth. And the man believed the word that Jesus had spoken unto him, and he went his way. John 21:4 But when the morning was now come, Jesus stood on the shore: but the disciples knew not that it was ...read more

Scripture: John 4:50

Denomination: Baptist

The Angels' Celebration

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

When we think of the wonder of what God did at Christmas, we just have to celebrate.

We love the quietness and intimacy of many parts of the Christmas story. The arrangements are made by angel messengers, who appear very privately, to Mary, face to face, and to Joseph in a dream. Mary ponders the wonder of it all, deep in her heart. A peasant couple quietly slips into Bethlehem, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Why Do We Need Jesus As Our Shepherd?

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021

Shepherds were known for their devotion to the sheep in their care. This parable illustrates Jesus's love for us as the shepherd of our souls who laid down His life for us. His sheep follow Him because they know His voice.

John 10:1 - 10:  “Very truly, I tell you, anyone who does not enter the sheepfold by the gate but climbs in by another way is a thief and a bandit. 2 The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep hear his ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Good News Of Great Joy!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 28, 2009

Christmas message.

Good News of Great Joy! Luke 2:8-20 December 20, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I don’t know about you, but for me, sometimes the joy of the holiday season can get lost in the hustle and bustle of just getting ready for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Napping In Green Pastures Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011

This is the third message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the importance of the rest that the Lord provides.

Today, I would like you to take an imaginary trip with me. Close your eyes and let’s begin our journey. Envision a beautiful lush green meadow with soft grass. Through the middle of this meadow runs a clear stream. The sky is blue, the sun is shining brightly and there is a soft cool breeze ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Table Is Set Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011

This is the sixth message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines what David means by the Lord setting a table.

The Holiday Season brings with it so many opportunities to eat. Families have the opportunity to get together and sit down to share a meal together. Those meals are usually quite enjoyable. There is always plenty of food and most of the time some of our most favorite foods appear on the table. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ