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  • J.D. Tutell avatar

    He Is With Me Series

    Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,336 views

    Even in the Valley of the Shadow of Death our Shepherd is with us.

    Three buddies die in a car and go to heaven for an orientation. They are all asked, "When you are in your casket and friends and family are mourning over you, what would you like to hear them say about you?" The first guy says, "I would like to hear them say that I was a great doctor of my time, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “the Lord Is My Shepherd; I Shall Not Want”

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015
     | 6,412 views

    “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want”

    Psalms 23:1-6 “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want” I. David's Relationship to the Lord was PERSONAL. “my shepherd.” His by virtue of :- (a) Decision ie. David wasn't born Saved. A Moment Of Decision (b) Determination ie. The Lord is my shepherd ie. present ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Christmas Angel

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 11, 2000
    based on 124 ratings
     | 12,501 views

    An advent perspective on the message of the angel to Joseph, Mary and the Shepherds.

    The Christmas Angel Matthew 1.18-25 December 10, 2000 The birth of Jesus took place like this. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. Before they came to the marriage bed, Joseph discovered she was pregnant. (It was by the Holy Spirit, but he didn’t know that.) Joseph, chagrined ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    He Leadeth Me Series

    Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 2, 2024
     | 910 views

    Psalm 23 uses the powerful image of a shepherd and his sheep. Sheep are helpless creature. They need a shepherd—just like we need the Lord. But just as a shepherd leads his sheep, so too does the Lord guide us.

    He Leadeth Me! Psalm 23:3b Introduction: Cf. Psalm uses the imagery of a Shepherd and his sheep to describe relationship of the Lord to those who belong to Him. Lord = Shepherd Saved = Sheep Oh, sheep are such cute, fluffy little creatures… well when God compared us to sheep; He wasn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Lessons From Bethlehem Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 17, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 26,973 views

    We learn several valuable life lessons from the stable in Bethlehem

    Life Lessons from Bethlehem Selected Passages December 16, 2007 Evening Service Introduction Of all the events that have shaped human history, one moment stands above the rest. The moment was not filled with fanfare or frills but fantastic nonetheless. It is a moment when the temporal and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Follow The Leader Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,300 views

    In selecting additional shepherds (elders) for our congregation, we need to be aware of the way in which the Lord leads his people. Psalm 23 gives us insight into the compassionate leadership of Jesus.

    1. Knowing the Shepherd A famous actor was once the guest of honor at a social gathering where he received many requests to recite favorite excerpts from various literary works. An old preacher who happened to be there asked the actor to recite the twenty-third Psalm. The actor agreed on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Over To Bethelehem

    Contributed by David Roth on Feb 22, 2015
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     | 3,130 views

    Christmas Eve. The story of the shepherds is narrated in second person. The testimony of the apostles has come to us in scripture therefore we too, as did the shepherds, have seen the Christ, the babe in the manger.

    J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Over to Bethlehem” It’s Here. Christmas Eve. We have been preparing for Christmas throughout Advent. We have lit the advent wreath. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Compassion Moves To Action Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 5, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 28,590 views

    This short powerful passage provides insight into Jesus' motivation for advancing the training of His disciples to the next level or on to ministering to people in teams. The reason is Jesus' compassion for the masses. Jesus saw beyond the physical broken

    MATTHEW 9: 35-38 COMPASSION MOVES TO ACTION [Ezekiel 34:1-6] Jesus saw beyond the physical brokenness to the deeper tragedy of lives lived without spiritual purpose or direction.This short powerful passage provides insight into Jesus' motivation for advancing the training of His disciples to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Tidings Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 31, 2018
     | 4,293 views

    Christmas is beyond all but Christ is exalted, worshiped and congregation has assembled for Christ. F

    Luke 2:1-20 Christmas: During Christmas some go to their mother church, some others go to their mother-in-law church. For some Christmas means lots eatables and going to good restaurants. Some Christmas means bonus, means New Dress. Christmas is beyond all but Christ is exalted, worshiped and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    (Section 1) He Is The Messenger Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 12, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,560 views

    A pastor is the backbone of the church. He needs to live to the highest esteem as an example. He can be there when you are born or when your life ends.

    HE IS THE MESSENGER OF THE LORD Introduction: "The Perfect Pastor" Theme Scripture: Malachi 2:7 Gal 4:14 And my temptation which was in my flesh ye despised not, nor rejected; but received me as an angel of God, even as Christ Jesus. I. HUMBLE BEGINNINGS A. Matt 13:57 "A ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Identity Crisis: Who Is This Man Of God?" Series

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 8, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,106 views

    This is a sermon that deals with the role of Elders as the Spiritual leaders of the Church.

    Identity Crisis: Who is this Man of God? (Elder, Overseer, Shepherd, Pastor, Bishop, Steward?) 1Timothy 3:1-7; 5:17-22; 1 Timothy 5:17-22 Dorn Ridge June 09 and June 16, 2013 [Because of the length of this message, I divided it up preaching it over two ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Calls Pastors. Not Ceos

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 25, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,327 views

    The Church is a Body, not a corporation.

    Acts 6:2-4 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. 3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Chasing After God's Heart" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 14, 2013
     | 17,352 views

    This is the first message in a series i titled HEARTBEATS. It is a study in the life of numerous characters from the Bible whose heart was constantly beating for God. What does it mean to be a man after God's heart? That is the focus of this message.

    “Chasing God’s Heart” 1st Samuel 16:1-13a and Acts 13:22 Shug Jordan who was the football coach at Auburn University, asked one of his former players (named Mike) if he would help him do some recruiting that year. He says, “Well, sure coach…..just tell me what kind ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Order & Assignment For Pastors (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 20, 2012
     | 7,279 views

    This is a careful, radically Biblical assessment of God's written will for the Equipping Gift of Pastor, as mentioned in Ephesians 4, and commented on in other places in the New Testament.

    God’s Order and Assignment for Pastors Eric J. Hanson July 8, 2012 Pastor Dallas recently shared a message on the five giftings mentioned in Ephesians 4:11. These are gifts from God in the form of men and women whom God has raised up, for the purpose of equipping His people to minister the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tell Us Plainly

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 18, 2013
     | 3,717 views

    Sermon for the 4th Sunday of Easter, Year C, 2013

    John 10: 22 – 30 / Tell Us Plainly Intro: Many people know the story of Hansel and Gretel who wandered into the woods and found a house built of bread and covered with cakes and candies. Because they were starving, they began to eat the house. Suddenly a woman came creeping out and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed