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  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 2, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,483 views

    Jesus rather unflatteringly compares us to sheep

    “I am the Good Shepherd” John 10:1-21 Story: A shepherd was looking after his sheep one day on the side of a deserted road, when suddenly a brand new Porsche screeches to a halt. The driver, a man dressed in an Armani suit, Esquivel shoes, Ray-Ban sunglasses, Rolex watch, and a Pierre ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Why Shepherds?

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 16, 2007
    based on 101 ratings
     | 37,358 views

    The birth of Jesus Christ was not revealed to kings or rulers. It was not revealed to the religious elite. When God came to earth, He let the world know by announcing the birth of His Son to lowly shepherds.

    Why Shepherds? Luke 2:8-20 Introduction The birth of Jesus Christ was not revealed to kings or rulers. It was not revealed to the religious elite. When God came to earth, He let the world know by announcing the birth of His Son to lowly shepherds. Why? Perhaps He wanted the poor and outcast of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sheep And Shepherds

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Mar 6, 2007
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     | 2,949 views

    Each of us are either a sheep or a shepherd. And some of us sheep and shepherds as well! Paul was a shepherd, and we can gain a good understanding of what a shepherd does by looking at his life.

    Passage: Acts 20:1-12 Intro: We are used to the common Biblical concept of sheep and shepherds. 1. Jesus certainly referred to Himself as the “Good Shepherd”, and we as his sheep. 2. but he also appointed people to be shepherds after him, and others to be sheep. 3. but I believe that all of us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Hearing The Shepherd

    Contributed by Michael Trask on May 2, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,868 views

    The Shepherd is Speaking if we care to listen.

    Christians will often ask, “What is God’s will for me?” What they mean when they say that is the want help and guidance for specific decisions in their lives. Often times, we want this for the big decisions, when it really matters, when whatever we decide could have significant effects ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Shepherds?

    Contributed by Robert Coats on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,769 views

    Have you ever wondered why God would chose shepherds? Why not Rabbis, priests, King Herod, or the High Priest himself?

    Why Shepherds? Scripture Reading: Luke 2:8­20 Last week we heard about the birth of John the Baptist and that he was the forerunner to Jesus. He was called from the womb to prepare the way for our Lord. This morning we are going to look at shepherds. Shepherds were not really important in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Petrified Shepherds

    Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Dec 23, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,227 views

    Imagine that you were a Shephard on that night!

    ________________________ >>>Petrified Shepherds Imagine this: “All right, listen up you guys!” The chattering of hundreds of angel voices calmed slightly but the bantering still went on. “Come on. Quiet! Look up here!” The head angel, a stern-looking fellow about 6’8” tall, clapped his hands ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Security In The Shepherd

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on May 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,339 views

    In a dialog with the religious leaders of Christ’s day, Jesus describes Himself as the "Good Shepherd". When we get a hold of what Christ was saying, then we will find security, peace and comfort. Today we will explore a little more closely what it means

    “Security In The Shepherd” John 10:7-16 05/11/2008 By Dcn. Chris Nerreau Introduction: I know a man named Steven who grew up in foster homes. He went from place to place, family to family and averaged a move a year – By the time Steven was 9 he had lived in at least ten different homes. ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 19, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,765 views

    Some reflections on "I am the Good Shepherd"

    Gt Dalby Methodists 20-04-08 John 10:1-21 Story: A vicar was retiring after 25 years in the parish. As he came to clear out his bedroom he found a small bowl with 5 eggs and £1,000 pounds in. Baffled he called his wife and said: Darling, what is this little basket under the bed with five eggs ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Heart Of A Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 6, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,101 views

    Paul's farewell speech to the Ephesian elders reveals his conduct (of the past), his commitment (in the present) and his concern (for the future). We see the heart of a shepherd.

    Having been speaking to a laptop screen for the last 10 months, it feels good to be able to speak to you face-to-face again! • We give thanks to God for this day. Let us look into His Word, taken from Acts 20. Read Acts 20:13-38. LET US PRAY: Our heavenly Father, we have come again into your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Shepherds In The Night

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021
     | 1,415 views

    Merry Christmas! I love Christmas. I love this time of year. I don’t necessarily love the snow, though it is beautiful. It’s beautiful for a while at least! God bless you today. Jesus Christ is Lord today, tomorrow and everyday. I need Him now.

    Merry Christmas! I love Christmas. I love this time of year. I don’t necessarily love the snow, though it is beautiful. It’s beautiful for a while at least! God bless you today. Jesus Christ is Lord today, tomorrow and everyday. I need Him now. He reigns over reality and He lives in me. He lives in ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Shepherds At Dawn Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 21, 2014
     | 3,151 views

    We should emulate the shepherds, and be thankful for their witness.

    Christmas Dawn Mass 2014 Thirteen Days of Christmas “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord; the Lord is God and He has enlightened us.” These words of today’s Gradual psalm are the centerpiece of the Christmas dawn Mass Scripture readings. St. Paul tells us that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 18, 2014
     | 9,538 views

    Jesus is the good shepherd

    John 10 JN 10:1 "I tell you the truth, the man who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. 3 The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Angels And Shepherds

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 7, 2013
    based on 11 ratings
     | 16,546 views

    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

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 5, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,743 views

    May God be with each one of you and the joy of the Lord fill your home and family. May this Christmas usher in peace and rest in your life!

    Shepherd ! Mathew 2:6 ' But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, Are not the least among the rulers of Judah; For out of you shall come a Ruler Who will shepherd My people Israel.' " My hearty wishes to each one of you for a blessed Christmas! May God be with each one of you and the joy of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Blessings Of The Shepherds

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,130 views

    The unknown shepherds became the privileged ones to received the Christmas news first. They BELIEVED the message, they BECAME the message and they were TRANSFORMED by the message.

    The birth of Jesus Christ was not revealed to kings or rulers. It was not even revealed to the religious elite. • God has decided to announce His coming, the birth of Jesus Christ, to ordinary shepherds out in the fields. • They were probably unlearned, and without status, but they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible