Sermons on The Shepherd Keeps The Sheep:

The Blessings Of The Shepherds

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 25, 2012

The unknown shepherds became the privileged ones to received the Christmas news first. They BELIEVED the message, they BECAME the message and they were TRANSFORMED by the message.

The birth of Jesus Christ was not revealed to kings or rulers. It was not even revealed to the religious elite. • God has decided to announce His coming, the birth of Jesus Christ, to ordinary shepherds out in the fields. • They were probably unlearned, and without status, but they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Moved With Compassion

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on May 19, 2012

Why was He moved with compassion? Because they were sheep without a Shepherd!

Verse 30-34-Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught. And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Baptist

He Restoreth My Soul Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

How is it that sheep under such great care of the shepherd would need to be restored?

He Restoreth My Soul Psalms 23:1-6 In our study of the 23rd Psalms we should reminded that these are the words of the sheep who speaks of the care that is given by the Shepherd. It is a great reflection of the relationship the sheep has with it Shepherd. • The Shepherd makes me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping The Faith

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Oct 28, 2007

We have hope only because we have faith. We only hope for what we believe is attainable. And we believe, or have faith, in God because of his love for us.

(Lectionary Reading is 2 Timothy 4:6-8,16-18 -- 9-15 is left out) Collect prayer: Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-18

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Good Shepherd - A Picture Of Goodness, Love & Devotion Series

Contributed by Darren Woods on Feb 25, 2012

A Visionary/Pictoral style Sermon based on John 10:14-21

The Good Shepherd John 10:14-21 Intro I’m sure that many of you will be familiar with the 1980’s sit-com The Golden Girls. The show is about 4 older ladies who share a house together. One of the main characters is Sophia Petrillo – she’s the oldest of the ladies, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

Four Great Sayings Of Jesus - Sermon Iii: "i Am The Good Shepherd" (John 10:14) Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 6, 2019

As a unique individual created in the image of God, you are a very important person, loved and cared for by Jesus your Lord - as was one lost sheep for which a good shepherd risked his life to save and bring back to the fold.

FOUR GREAT SAYINGS OF JESUS III A Series of Devotional Sermons Third Great Saying . . . “I am the good shepherd. I know my sheep, and, my sheep know me.” John 10:14 On my ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14

Part 16: If The Lord Is My Shepherd... Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 4, 2025

If the Lord Is My Shepherd... 1. He provides for me (vs. 1-3). 2. He puts me on the right paths (vs. 3). 3. He hears my prayers (vs. 4-5). 4. He protects me (vs. 4). 5. He prepares for me (vs. 5-6).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 15: If the Lord Is My Shepherd... Psalm 23:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 4, 2025) BACKGROUND: *Anyone who has read a good portion of God's Word knows that there are a lot of prayers provided for us in the Bible. The Dake Annotated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Of The Shepherd

Contributed by Michael Ward on Mar 28, 2005

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

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reaction Of The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 22, 2004

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

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Good Shepherd

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 5, 2012

May God be with each one of you and the joy of the Lord fill your home and family. May this Christmas usher in peace and rest in your life!

Shepherd ! Mathew 2:6 ' But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, Are not the least among the rulers of Judah; For out of you shall come a Ruler Who will shepherd My people Israel.' " My hearty wishes to each one of you for a blessed Christmas! May God be with each one of you and the joy of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Shepherds?

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 12, 2013

Of all the people God could have sent an angel to proclaim the birth of Jesus, WHY did he chose the lowly shepherds?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • When we start to dig into the event of Jesus’ birth there are a lot of interesting issues that are recorded in the birth story. • The circumstance of His birth was unusual. . Usually a King would come with great pomp and circumstance but this was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Shepherd Scholar Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 13, 2019

Paul was both a shepherd and a scholar. Loving care mixed with solid deep teaching is still God’s ideal environment for Christian maturity.

The Shepherd Scholar (Romans 1:8-17) 1. A pastor, known for his lengthy sermons, noticed a man get up and leave during the middle of his message. The man returned just before the conclusion of the service. Afterwards the pastor asked the man where he had gone. "I went to get a haircut," ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Isaiah 29:22, Habakkuk 2:4, Isaiah 29:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Shepherd's Psalm Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The Lord is our good shepherd who loves, protects, and cares for us in every season of life. When we make the Lord our shepherd, we lack nothing and find rest and refreshment. His goodness and mercy are ever-present, and we have the assurance of dwelling in His house forever.

Today, we're gonna chat about Psalm 23, a super famous Psalm that's all about how God's got our backs, no matter what. Imagine you're playing a video game. You're the character, and you've got to navigate through different levels, face enemies, and find resources. Now, imagine if you had a guide ...read more

Topics: Shepherd Imagery, Divine Guidance, Spiritual Nourishment, Protection

Keep On Going

Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 15, 2002

A lesson having faith to continue.

FAITH to run 1 Corinthians 9:24-25 Let us pray -- Lord, the task of preaching your Gospel is once again in my keeping and I commit myself to do it the best that I can. Clear my mind of distractions, warm my heart with compassion, and fill my soul with faith in your goodness and power. Speak to me ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of The Angels

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 18, 2012

The Joy Of The Angels Came From Keeping The Secret Of Telling The Shepherds That Jesus Had Finally Arrived. Prophecy Fulfilled!

We’ve Got Joy For You, The Joy Of The Angels Glenville 12/16/12 Genesis 3”:1-12 Luke 2:1-20 Today we are in our third sermon in the series We’ve Got Joy. Pastor Kellie began with the Joy of the Church, Pastor Toby spoke on the Joy Of the Lord, today I will speak on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed