Sermons on The Shepherd Of The Sheep:

Standing Tall 'mdist The Siren Call

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Feb 4, 2007

You become what you worhsip...

Long Branch Baptist Church Halfway, Virginia; est. 1786 Sunday, November 12, 2006 Enter to Worship Prelude David Witt Meditation Ps 127:1, 128:1-2, 5-6 Invocation *Opening Hymn #492 “I Know Not What the Future Hath” Welcome & Announcements Morning Prayer [See Insert] *Hymn #373 “Take my ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

David: The Giant Killer Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 3, 2019

1 Samuel 17:45-50

SUPER MEN - David: The Giant Killer July 31, 2024 1 Samuel 17:45-50 Introduction: When I was growing up my brother Sam and I would be glued to the TV set every Sunday afternoon at 1:30…Why? It was time for Ohio Valley Wrestling…We cheered, booed and sometimes got in trouble ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Weathering Your Storm PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

In our darkest moments, we can find comfort, strength, and peace in the unwavering protection and presence of Jesus Christ.

Good morning, dear friends and family. Today, we gather together to meditate on the words of Psalm 23:4. As we open our hearts and minds to receive His message, let me read you a quote from Germany Kent: "If you thought you wanted something and it didn't work out, count it all joy. God was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Topics: Protection, Christ

The Example Of Christ's Suffering

Contributed by Larry Wood on May 9, 2002

Alliterated Outline of I Peter 2:21b-25

I. It Was An Undeserved Suffering (21b-22) A. He Was Sinless In His Life (21b-22a) 1. His Suffering Was A Substitutionary One For Us (21b) “...because Christ also suffered for us,...” 2. His Suffering Was A Sample One For Us (21c-21d) a. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

How To Call On The Name Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 16, 2010

Calling on the name of the Lord requires more than just speaking the name of Jesus.

In order to attract unbelievers, a number of churches around the country have incorporated secular music into their worship services. Among their favorite tunes is the James Taylor classic “You’ve Got a Friend” which includes these lyrics: When your down and troubled And you ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Dream 2018 Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Samuel Stephens on Dec 30, 2017

A series to inspire people to dream, defend against negative forces from friends and family to trust in GOD

“Dream Extreme in 2018” PT 1 Don’t bring a small mind from 2017 to worship a BIG GOD in 2018! It is important to Dream! Our Dreams give us energy and thrust to live life! A good dream can put pep in your step! A good dream can cause you to see past your problems and into the possibilities of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Fox Out-Foxed

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 8, 2016

If there is one trait of Jacob that stands out, it is his craftiness. Our chapter presents another crafty fellow who will out-fox Jacob.

Genesis 29:1-30 The Fox Out-Foxed 8/7/16 D. Marion Clark Introduction When I moved to Lake Oconee and learned that I was living in the land of Br’er Rabbit, I decided I should read Uncle Remus. It doesn’t take long to size up the primary character of Br’er Rabbit. He is crafty ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Recognizing Jesus

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Sep 6, 2024

Did the world see Jesus in you this past week? If so, how did the world respond? If not, why not? Did you see Jesus in the world this week? How did you respond?

This week, I’d kinda gonna begin where we left off last week. This isn’t a second part of a series, simply a quick tie-in. John 21:9 “Then, as soon as they had come to land, they saw a fire of coals there, and fish laid on it, and bread.” John 21:12 “Jesus said to them, “Come and eat breakfast.” ...read more

Scripture: John 21:12, Psalm 51:10-12

When You Are Too Old To Go To Heaven

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Jul 20, 2007

THE MAJORITY OF PEOPLE ACCEPT CHRIST AT AN EARLY AGE. HOWEVER GOD CAN AND WILL SAVE ANYONE, ANYWHERE, AT ANYTIME IF THEY COME TO HIM IN HUMBLE REPENTENCE AND ACCEPT HIS PLAN OF SALVATION.MANY HOWEVER, WAIT TOO LATE TO DO THIS AND DIE HOPELESSLY LOST.

1/14/07 WHEN YOU ARE TOO OLD TO GO TO HEAVEN TEXT: LUKE CH. 13 VS. 22--28 INTRODUCTION: YOU COULD CALL THIS A CONTROVERSIAL SERMON. SOME WOULD ARGUE WITH THE TITLE. CERTAINLY, GOD LEFT THE DOOR OPEN FOR “WHOSOEVER WILL” BUT HE KNEW THAT THERE WOULD BE SOME THAT WOULD NOT ENTER IN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Cares

Contributed by Donato Solano on Feb 7, 2006

We can make people believe that Jesus really cares for them if we let them see and experience through us the love and compassion Jesus has for the lost.

INTRODUCTION Does Jesus cares? Remembering special dates like anniversary is also a time to revisit the very purpose of ones existence. It is very fitting today that as you celebrate your 8th anniversary to remember our mission and vision as a church. I hope that through this message, we can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Please Restore Us! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 1, 2016

God’s people are vulnerable, and sometimes they foolishly become sidetracked. The Psalmist seeks to plead his case by bringing up God’s special relationship to his people.

Please Restore Us! (Psalm 80) 1. When our kids were at home, we had a plastic swimming pool in the back yard. 2. One day, we went to the park and caught crayfish. We made the pool into a crayfish haven. 3. A couple of days later, we heard a noise from our kitchen window. We looked and off ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Please Restore Us! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 15, 2016

God’s people are vulnerable, and sometimes they foolishly become sidetracked. The Psalmist seeks to plead his case by bringing up God’s special relationship to his people.

Please Restore Us! (Psalm 80) 1. When our kids were at home, we had a plastic swimming pool in the back yard. 2. One day, we went to the park and caught crayfish. We made the pool into a crayfish haven. 3. A couple of days later, we heard a noise from our kitchen window. We looked and off ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Communion - Preparing A Table Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 23, 2014

Using Psalms 23 verse 5 to understand communion and Jesus sacrifice.

This message is based on Phillip Keller's book A Shepherd's look at Psalms 23. It is an observation of Communion and how Jesus prepares a way for us. Title: Communion – Preparing a Table Theme: To show how communion relates to Jesus death and preparation for us. Text: Psalms 23, Matthew 27, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Church Of God

The Wonder Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Aaron Burgess on Dec 29, 2001

The coming of Jesus to this world immediately began to change the lives of those around him.

The Wonder of Christmas Luke 2:1-20 A ninety year old couple sat on the front porch one night. The old man was overcome with the romance of the evening and he said to his hard of hearing wife, “I’m proud of you.” “Huh,” she said. “I’m proud of you.” “I’m tired of you too,” she said. More ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Pattern Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 11, 2007

Jesus drew the strength for that amazing response from His complete trust in His Father’s ultimate purpose to accomplish justice on His behalf, and against His hateful rejecters.

If you were not out this morning and you turned on your TV, you would probably see a bunch a shiny buildings, with a happy message of prosperity. Many of the most popular places today will tell you that God wants you to be happy, wealthy and healthy, and if you are not, then you fail. It’s the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Other