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    Would You Ever Deny Christ? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2025
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    Even in our failures and weakness, Jesus remains faithful, goes before us, and offers grace, inviting us to trust His presence and restoration.

    If you’ve ever said, “Lord, I’ve got this,” and then watched your courage fray like a loose thread, you’re in familiar company. The upper room was filled with friends, bread, and bold vows. The air held the scent of a feast and the weight of a forecast. Jesus looked into eyes He loved and spoke ...read more

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    The Journey Of The Shepherds Series

    Contributed by Dwight Gunter Ii on Dec 1, 2000
    based on 124 ratings
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    What is the right way bibilically to respond to a Word from the Lord?

    Introduction . . . Christmas is about journeys. There was the journey of: · The Shepherds – from the fields to the stable · The Wise Men – from distant lands – following a star · Mary & Joseph – from Nazareth to Bethlehem · Jesus – from His home in Heaven to a bed in a barn We often journey at ...read more

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    The Song Of The Shepherd Series

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000
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    God cares for the needs that we have like a shepherd cares for sheep and a host cares for guests

    Song of the Shepherd Psalm 23 August 17, 1997 Evening Service Introduction I. A sheep farm: Sheep are frail and dumb animals, they need constant care and constant supervision, without this they will die or be injured II. We are the sheep of God: We need God’s care and supervision, we need His ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Shepherd's Example

    Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Feb 20, 2004
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    The shepherds in the field set an example to all who would seek after the Messiah. It is an important lesson to follow.

    12-13-03 The Shepherd’s Example Text: Luke 2: 15-20 This passage of scripture follows the announcement of the angels. The announcing of the Savior’s birth, to the shepherds in the field. (vv 8-14) Jesus had been born and the first ones God tells is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Chief Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004
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    This is the 20th study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

    Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) HYMN #23: THE CHIEF SHEPHERD Psalm 23 This psalm has probably been read and studied more than any other psalm. Let us be reminded about who our Shepherd is what He does for His sheep. Psalms 23:1 He Is A Personal Shepherd The word “my” is the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jun 29, 2005
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    What a shepherd we have in Jesus! He is a personal shepherd, a providing shepherd, a protecting shepherd and a preparing shepherd.

    THE GOOD SHEPHERD Psalm 23: 1-6 I. A PERSONAL SHEPHERD v.1 A. “The Lord” B. “my shepherd” C. “I shall not want” II. A PROVIDING SHEPHERD v. 2 A. “green pastures” is a picture of abundance B. “still waters” is a picture of calmness, serenity, peacefulness III. A PROTECTING SHEPHERD v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Promises Of The Shepherd

    Contributed by Michael Ward on Mar 28, 2005
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    Celebration of Psalm 23 reviewing the promises of Good Shepherd to His faithful flock.

    Introduction This is undoubtedly the most famous and oft-quoted of the Psalms. But why? Perhaps it is because of the comfort the Shepherd brings. But also, we see the promises of the Shepherd that we enjoy not only in this life, but in the eternity to come. This is a psalm of the Great Shepherd ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Ramon Muniz on Oct 7, 2002
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    Jesus called himself "The Good Shepherd." This message looks at proving that Only Jesus fills this role. He is "good" because He is God. He is the Shepherd, not just a shepherd.

    “THE GOOD SHEPERD” Over the past 6 weeks we have looked at the “I AM” statements of Christ. We have explored significant lessons Jesus gave as He made these descriptive statements about himself. “I AM” - He clearly used it to identify himself as God “I AM the way, the truth & the life” – In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shepherd's Salvation

    Contributed by Fred Edwards on Dec 4, 2001
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    The "when, where, and how" of receiving Christ was and is available to the least as well as the greatest of men.

    A SHEPHERD’S SALVATION Luke 2:8-14 I. The Situation A. They were shepherds 1. They smelled like the animals (maybe goats). 2. They tended the sheep for temple sacrifice. B. They were ceremonially unclean 1. They were necessary for religion. 2. They were neglected by the religious. C. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 24, 2001
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    In a world of so many false, competing voices, do we recognize, listen to, and follow the voice of our Good Shepherd?

    Sermon for 4th Sunday of Easter, Year C Based on Ps. 23; Rev. 7:16-17; Jn. 10:22-30 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “The Good Shepherd” Our psalm, second lesson and gospel for today all employ the metaphor of God as Shepherd and people as sheep. Most of us find comfort in the metaphor of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tim White avatar

    The Valuable Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Jul 4, 2009
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    Jesus is the priceless shepherd because of our needs, and we can go to Him because of His passion for us.

    Key verse, 11. 1. His Diety: "I am", the old testament name for God. 2. His Desirability: "Good", (Kalos) beautiful, good, virtuous, valuable. 3. His Dedication: "Shepherd", (Not an easy life. Difficult, lonely, and painful suffering). I. The Danger: He gives His life for His sheep. (11-13) * A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Shepherd's Love

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 16, 2009
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    This is a funeral/memorial meditation for the memorial service of a man who died after a life of struggle.

    Memorial Meditation – October 17, 2009 - Psalm 23 I love this passage of Scripture because it speaks of life’s most important and most intimate relationship, that of humanity, of you and me, to our Creator. And rather than use terms like Creator, Almighty One, even the term “God” itself, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Shepherds?

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 20, 2008
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    Jesus was revealed to the shepherds because He was the true Lamb of God.

    December 22, 2008 Sacramentum Caritatis He raises up the poor from the dust; he lifts the needy from the ash heap, to make them sit with princes and inherit a seat of honor. For the pillars of the earth are the LORD’S, and on them he has set the world. Why was the first revelation of the newborn ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Why Shepherds?

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 16, 2007
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    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

  • Mark Price avatar

    The Shepherd's Covenant

    Contributed by Mark Price on Jun 29, 2007
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    Upon hearing H.B London speak at a leadership congference, and haveing read the book "The Speherd’s Covenant for Pastors," I utilized the principles in the covenant to share my heart with the church. You can go to http://www.parsonage.org/shepherds/index

    Text: Pro 27:17 Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend. Introduction I have had the privilege of attending some great conferences since I have been in ministry. But of all those I have attended, one that places among the most beneficial to my personal ...read more

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