Book: Psalms
- Devotional Psalm 23 – The Divine Shepherd
David’s Psalm 23 is so appealing because we connect with the imagery of a shepherd taking care of his flock, even those of us who have spent too little time…
- Sermon The Good Shepherd I (Psalm 23:1 & John 10:1-18) – The Lord is my shepherd
In times of trouble, our hearts are full and our minds are confused. We need to remind ourselves of old truths and seek dependence, trust and security from God: our…
- Sermon The Good Shepherd II (Psalm 23:2 & Hebrews 3:1-11) – He makes me lie down in green pastures
The Lord gives us rest. Where does it come from and what should we do with this?
- Sermon The Good Shepherd V (Psalm 23:3 & 1 John 3:16-24) – For His name’s sake
Why does the Lord help us? What is His purpose? This week we'll look at the importance of "His name's sake" and the purpose we can aspire to in good…
- Sermon The Good Shepherd IV (Psalm 23:3 & Acts 8:1-5) – He leads me in paths of righteousness
As well as restoring our soul, this week, we'll look at how the Lord calls us, leads us and even drives us, along the right paths.
- Sermon The Good Shepherd III (Psalm 23:3 & 1 Peter 1:3-9) – He restores my soul
He restores our soul. Why do we need restoring, how does He do this, and what is the purpose of our life? Pastor Ian Bayne tackles the big questions.
- Sermon The Good Shepherd VIII (Psalm 23:4 & 2 Cor 4:16-5:10) – Your rod and staff comfort me
Though we can have severe trials in life, how does the Lord protect us from harm? What tools does he have available, and what can we expect?
- Sermon The Good Shepherd VII (Psalm 23:4 & Ephesians 6:10-17) – The shadow of death
From the "valleys of life", this week we look at the evil that stalks the valleys and makes them dangerous. We'll look at how our shepherd protects us, and what…
- Sermon The Good Shepherd VI (Psalm 23:4 & 2 Cor 4:16-5:10) – The valleys of life
This week Psalm 23 takes a much darker turn. Life is not plain sailing, and Christians aren't exempt from life's troubles. This psalm was written by David in one of…
- Sermon The Good Shepherd XI (Psalm 23:5 & Mat 18:23-25) – My cup overflows
Anointed with oil, our cup overflows. Such abundance from our Lord. What should we look out for? How should we respond?
- Sermon The Good Shepherd X (Psalm 23:5 & Luke 7:40-50) – You anoint my head with oil
Possibly one of the strangest parts of the psalm, and often overlooked; anointing with oil at a feast was reserved for the most honoured of guests. Why would our Lord…
- Sermon The Good Shepherd IX (Psalm 23:5 & John 21:12-23) – You prepare a table before me
From the valley of the shadow of death, to a table prepared for us in extraordinary circumstances. What is this table, and what does it mean for us?
- Sermon The Good Shepherd Finale (Psalm 23:6, Deuteronomy 15:12-18 & John 16:5-11) – Am I a Christian?
Am I a Christian? In this series finale we'll look at how to tell. How can you really know if you're saved; and what happens if you're not?
- Sermon The Good Shepherd XIII (Psalm 23:6 & Heb 13:20-21) – I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever
One sermon can't do this great verse justice! What does it mean to dwell with the Lord? How do we experience this today? This verse sums up Psalm 23 and…
- Sermon The Good Shepherd XII (Psalm 23:6 & John 14:8-17) – Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
The last verse of Psalm 23 seems clear, but is of immense meaning. How can we be sure of God's goodness and mercy? What does dwelling in the house of…