Sermons on Shepherd Staff:

What Is That In Your Hand?

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

Encouraging people to use what ever God has given them for his service - Example of Moses and his staff.

What is that in your hand? It is so encouraging isn’t it to see how many people are involved in ministry in this church. That says to me that there are many people who are serious about using their gifts and talents for God. This is encouraging because this means that you either 1) know what ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Faithful Servant

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 20, 2008

This sermon was written in the light of the death of Wilma Watson, the matriach of Yonge Street Mission and the longest-serving member of the staff team.

A Faithful Servant – Sermon for CATM – January 20, 2008 James 1:12 Blessed are those who persevere under trial, because when they have stood the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. Hebrews 12:1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Campaign Promises Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Mar 13, 2012

Psalm 23 contains a list of God's campaign promises to those who know Him as their shepherd

Text: Psalm 23 Title: God’s Campaign Promises Introduction As all of us know this year is a presidential election year and there are several candidates trying to become the One chosen to lead us. One way every candidate tries to win our vote is with campaign promises… This is what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Servant Of Freedom Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 3, 2015

Moses was sent by God to free His people from slavery and he is a model for us who are sent by God to free people from their slavery of sin. What can we learn from what God gave Moses for his task and how can we use those tools effectively?

There’s the story of the college professor who always began his first day of class at the University dramatically telling his students he could prove that God did not exist. Looking up toward the ceiling he would say, "God if you are real, then I want you to knock me off this platform. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalms 23 Bible Study Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 7, 2023

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believe - Week 2 - God Is A Personal God Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 26, 2014

Week 3 of Believe looks at the fact that God is a Personal God.

Believe 2 Psalm 23 September 21, 2014 Well, we’ve moved into week 2 of Believe. And I believe this series is going to be great. I’ve heard some really good comments from many of you about what you’re reading, the hope you’re experiencing and that’s great! Last week ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Limit Your Miracle!

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jun 17, 2023

The woman’s limitation to believe staff can work hindered the miracle. If she would have trusted that the staff was enough for God to heal, that would have been enough for her miracle to manifest. This teaches us an important lesson that we can limit the power of God through our lack of faith.

The Bible has accounts of several miraculous healings both in the Old and New Testament: Namaan, being healed of his leprosy, Hezekiah healed of his lump, Bartholomew healed of his blindness, a man at Bethesda healed of his paralysis and the list continues. Even today, we hear testimonies around ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:18-37, Mark 6:5-6, Acts 19:12, Matthew 13:58, 2 Kings 13:21, Luke 8:43-44, Acts 5:15  (view more)  (view less)

Counting Sheep

Contributed by Clarence Semonious on Apr 24, 2010

That the worshiper see himself as an under-sheperd of Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

Counting Sheep Clarence Semonious, Pastor at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Kernville, CA. Psalm 23:1-6 April 25, 2010 Lessons: Acts 20:17-35 Revelation 7:9-17 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Walking Through Death's Valley Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 21, 2017

What do we know about valleys?

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT VALLEYS? 1. Surrounded by high mountains. There are cliffs or obstacles that will keep you in shadows or the dark. 2. There are mountain barriers to keep you from reaching your goal, but a valley goes through them. 3. There are wrong paths through the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Team Meeting Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Stewart on Apr 5, 2001

Football (church) Team Meeting telling the team the expectations of the Owner (GOD) and the coaching staff (Church Leadership-Pastors) for the new season.

Team Meeting of the Minnehaha Saints Enter auditorium dressed as a football coach This last week I was talking to the Owner and General Manager of the team And he told me to call this team meeting today To tell you about some of His plans for the team in the up coming season · Introduce Coaching ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Big Ideas And Burning Bushes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

God can use what we perceive as ordinary or insignificant in our lives, just like Moses' staff, to accomplish extraordinary things for His divine purpose.

Good morning, family. Today, we're diving into the heart of Exodus 4:1-5, a passage that poses a question relevant to us all, 'What's in your hand?' Now, you might be thinking, 'Well, Pastor, I've got nothing much.' But I want you to remember something that Philip Yancey once said, 'Faith means ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Topics: Excuses, Resources

Discovering Your Life’s Significance

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Aug 10, 2010

Moses was one of the greatest men ever live in the Old Testament if not the best. Let us learn the secret why God was able to use his life extra-ordinarily.

DISCOVERING YOUR LIFE’S SIGNIFICANCE READING: Heb 11:24 It was by faith that Moses, when he grew up, refused to be treated as the son of Pharaoh’s daughter. Heb 11:25 He chose to share the oppression of God’s people instead of enjoying the fleeting pleasures of sin. Heb 11:26 He thought it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding What Leaders Do Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 18, 2009

This message looks at three main things a good leader does.

“Understanding What Leaders Do” Selected Scripture Journalist Brock Brewer wrote that if Martian spacemen were to descend to our planet and demand, “Take me to your leader,” the earthlings would not know where to direct them. This confusion about leadership not only exists in the world but in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is My Shepherd : I Shall Not Want- Psalm 23

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Oct 14, 2001

This sermon is about the blessings we experience when we have a relationship with the Lord as our Shepherd and follow Him faithfully in our lives.It is based on Psalm 23.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD : I SHALL NOT WANT- PSALM 23 OUTLINE 1.RELATIONSHIP 2.REST 3.RESTORATION 4.REFINING 5.REFUGE 6.RENOWN 7.REWARD THE MESSAGE THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD : I SHALL NOT WANT- PSALM 23 1.RELATIONSHIP: ’ The Lord is my Shepherd I shall not want. ’ We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sheep Lovers

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 29, 2001

First in a series on shepherding.

The Shepherd Sermon for 4/29/2001 Series on shepherding Introduction: When Joseph brought his father Jacob’s whole family down to Egypt during the famine, Pharaoh wanted to show kindness to them because of what Joseph had done for Egypt. When Pharaoh asked Israel and his family what they did for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ