Sermons on The Shepherd Keeps The Sheep:

The Sheep Knows The Shepherd's Voice Series

Contributed by Scott Sutton on Nov 16, 2022

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Written by: Neil Tolman I grew up in Navajo sheep country. I spent my 16th summer out on the arid reservation at my friend's grandparent's sheep compound. My friend was the only one besides me for 20 miles that spoke English. I spent most of the summer quietly watching and was inundated ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 3, 2010

Jesus is the Good Shepherd because he laid down his life to save the sheep. He led and leads the sheep to life not to slaughter. He guards and protects His sheep because He loves them.

“I am the Good Shepherd” “I am” Series I would like to take a few moments to congratulate our graduates today and share a few thoughts with them to keep in mind as they enter this next phase of their journey in life. Opening Illustration and thoughts which are focused to the 2010 graduates: IF ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Is My Shepherd (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 16, 2020

Psalm 23 is perhaps the most well-known Psalm. It's often quoted at funerals. Although you may be familiar with it, have you ever really studied it? Last week we looked at verses 1-3. Today we'll finish looking at David's 23rd Psalm. Let's see what we can learn.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD (part two)-Psalm 23:4-6 Last week I talked about some of the dynamics of shepherding sheep. If they wander off they can't find their way home. They need a shepherd who cares about and looks out for them. David knew all about that because he was once a shepherd. He takes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Isaiah 9:2, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 91:1-2, Psalm 45:7, John 11:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Dec 3, 2012

One of the greatest of all the psalms gives us hope when venturing out of the sheep pen that a God of great love will accompany us in life's darkest valleys.

Psalm 23 is by far the most well-known of the psalms. Many people who are not Jewish or Christian can often recite it from memory. It has even made its way into popular films and TV shows (mostly in graveside scenes). Overall this psalm gives us a picture of God as provider, no matter what ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Like Sheep Without A Shepherd, Compassionate Giving

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 31, 2020

The 5000 were feed as an act of compassion, Jesus gave compassionately we should follow his example.

Like sheep without a shepherd Compassionate Giving: Mark 6:30-42 The Salvation Army at this time of the year we are asked to respond to developing further the work of the kingdom of God here on Earth by giving sacrificially. Now this is a challenge, it started through one or two individuals ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-14, James 2:14-19, Mark 6:30-40

Denomination: Salvation Army

See The Good Shepherd Care For His Sheep

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 6, 2004

When Jesus reinstated Peter he revealed Himself as the Good Shepherd. He showed His love for one of His sheep by forgiving Peter for the three times he denied Jesus. And He showed His love for His flock by commanding Peter to feed and care for His lambs

He has a lamb draped over his shoulders. In his hand is the unmistakable shepherd’s staff. A flock of sheep surrounds him. His eyes seem to be looking for danger or searching for a safe place to give his sheep food and water. I imagine that many of you have seen a picture or painting of the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19, John 10:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

We Are Like Sheep

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jan 21, 2004

This is just an outline We (christians) are like Sheep

Sermon We are Like Sheep I Peter 2:25 We are Like Sheep I Peter 2:25 I. Like Sheep we go astray, I Peter 2:25 “For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.” I Peter 2:25 (KJV) As he concluded this passage, Peter once more alluded ...read more

Scripture: John 10:3, 1 Peter 2:25

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Is My Shepherd... Am I A Sheep?.... Series

Contributed by Dev Prasad Cruz on Sep 12, 2012

Faith Building and Discipleship Facilitator

“The Lord is my Shepherd” (Ps. 23:1) – Am I a Sheep?..... “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want” (Ps. 23:1) The lyrical verses of Psalm 23 have been echoing and reverberating across the halls & walls of churches, Bible study schools, Evangelistic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shepherdless Sheep And Full Fields Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jul 24, 2013

Jesus always taught by personal example and by giving contemporary examples. He uses two pictures to show 2 needs in the Kingdom of God.

Defenseless Sheep and Full Fields Matthew 9:35-38 Matthew 9:35: “Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Sheep Pen

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014

The Bible compares us to sheep. We all tend to wander and need a Shepherd. As sheep in God's pasture, choose well who you listen to and follow. The Good Shepherd leads us faithfully, firmly, yet lovingly.

Lessons from the Sheep Pen Intro: [Play youtube clip of crazy sheep sounds] -Yes, the Bible really does compare us to sheep. But as crazy as what you’ve just heard sounds, it is nothing compared to the craziness that comes from people, whether out of their mouths or out of their lives. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Feed My Sheep

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Nov 14, 2021

If you love Christ, then show your love by your service in his church. If you’re devoted to the Good Shepherd, be devoted to his flock.

It is our joy and privilege to serve in the church of our Lord Christ. Some of us are office bearers, and we are allowed to serve in this capacity. Many of us are not office bearers and we have the opportunity to serve the church in numerous other ways. It’s always a privilege to serve, but the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-16, John 21:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 4, 2016

Jesus is portrayed as the Good Shepherd who provides, loves, protects, and cares for His sheep. Will we submit to the good that the Shepherd has done and praise Him in our life?

The Good Shepherd John 10:1-21 Introduction The Shepherd brings many things; provides many things; gives his life for sheep - Read John 10:1-21 / Pray ∆ Point 1 – The Shepherd gives Security Jesus begins to testify about Himself V1 – The sheep pen is familiar to 1st ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Protection

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

How the shepherd protects the sheep

Psalm 23 - Part 3 - 1/30/11 Turn with me this morning to Psalm 23. If you open your bible right in the middle, you probably will land somewhere in the Psalms or just a little right of the Psalms. We are going to continue on looking at this Psalm that has been a source of comfort and blessing to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Self-Sacrifice Of The Shepherd.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 18, 2021

He is the Good Shepherd who seeks out the lost sheep, and dies for His flock.

THE SELF- SACRIFICE OF THE SHEPHERD. John 10:11-18. In the fourth “I am” saying of John’s Gospel, Jesus appears as the Good Shepherd who gives His life for the sheep (John 10:11). Thus He is made known to His sheep (John 10:14). In John 10 Jesus effectively castigated the Pharisees for their ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 19, 2012

This is part of a series that looks at the "I AMs" of John's Gospel. This message looks at what a shepherd does and doesn't do.

I am the Shepherd “I am”. Over the past eight weeks we have been looking at the various times that Jesus describes himself using the phrase “I am”. And so we have examined Jesus words and meaning when he said “I am the way”, “I am the truth”, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16

Denomination: Wesleyan