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  • Paul Searight avatar

    The Bad Shepherd

    Contributed by Paul Searight on Feb 27, 2011
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    Jesus cares for His sheep and wants us to follow his example and be committed to the flock seeking every lost sheep.

    Jer 50:6-7 – The Bad Shepherd John 10:1-18 – The Good Shepherd About 6 years ago we all went to Orlando Florida on holiday – Mum and Dad, Stephens family and ours. This is one of those lost children stories – we all have them I suppose but this was a bit different. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Bad Shepherds

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 12, 2019
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    A study in the book of Jeremiah 23: 1 – 40

    Jeremiah 23: 1 – 40 Bad shepherds 1 “Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of My pasture!” says the LORD. 2 Therefore thus says the LORD God of Israel against the shepherds who feed My people: “You have scattered My flock, driven them away, and not attended to them. Behold, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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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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    Christ Before Pilate, Pilate Before Christ

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 13, 2017
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    We find, when Pilate called Jesus in for judgment, that it wasn't Jesus who was on trial, but Pilate! Imagine how it will be at the Great White Throne Judgment when Pilate stands before the King of Kings in blazing splendor! How terrible it will be!

    CHRIST BEFORE PILATE, PILATE BEFORE CHRIST Mt. 27:11-26; Jn. 19:6-12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE STATE DINNER 1. A New York Governor invited a group of clergy to the State House on a Friday for breakfast. However, as soon as they all were seated and the food was delivered to the table, he began to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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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 Journey Of The Shepherds Series

    Contributed by Dwight Gunter Ii on Dec 1, 2000
    based on 124 ratings
     | 12,048 views

    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

  • Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson avatar

    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 24, 2001
    based on 128 ratings
     | 9,886 views

    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

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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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    The Shepherd's Example

    Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 3,337 views

    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

  • Keith Crouch avatar

    The Reaction Of The Shepherds Series

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 22, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,875 views

    This is the third in a four sermons series on four different reactions to the birth of Christ

    The Reaction of the Shepherds Luke 2:8-20 I. They Received the Announcement (v. 8-14) A. God Met Them Right Where They Were (v. 8) 1. God Was Not Interested in Who They Were 2. God Was Not Interested in What They Had Done B. God’s Message Resulted in Fear (v. 9-10) C. God Provided Direction to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Chief Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,252 views

    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

  • Colin Coombs avatar

    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Nov 9, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,706 views

    Showing how the Good Shepherd can draw near in a time of grief, bringing comfort and salvation.

    SCRIPTURE READING: JOHN 10:9 – 18 (SELECTED VERSES) 9. I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and find pasture. 10. I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. 11. "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael Ward avatar

    Promises Of The Shepherd

    Contributed by Michael Ward on Mar 28, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,823 views

    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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    Why Shepherds?

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 16, 2007
    based on 101 ratings
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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