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Today, we were blessed by the quartet of the Millers and Weschenfelders singing "Just a little walk with Jesus." This song was written by Cleavant Derricks and is likely based on two songs of unknown origins. If you are interested in learning more about its history, you can learn about it here. All the congregation enjoyed this reminder of Jesus on Mother's day.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on May 12, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on Psalm 139:13-18 in a sermon titled "The Marvel Inside a Mother." In honor of Mother's Day, Pastor spoke on scriptures that relate to the God's creation of humans through his design of procreation of humans. We are fearfully and wonderfully made. It is proper to celebrate and give thanks for mothers for their role in the birth process and raising children. But, we must always remember our heavenly Father and His role in our creation.

On the day our church celebrates the Lord through communion, church member Jimmy Sutton reminded us of His sacrifice for us by performing this song. Originally written by Rusty Goodman of the Happy Goodmans, it was made popular by the Gaither Vocal Band.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on May 5, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on Hebrews 12:1-3 in a sermon titled "Our Race." After concluding speaking on the heroes of the faith in Chapter 11, Pastor note the therefore that starts Chapter 12. He covered how we should live, run our race, in light of these witnesses. In brief, these heroes are not witnesses of us, but for us.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on April 28, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on Hebrews 11:32-40 in a sermon titled "The Hallmark of Old Testament Heroes." Pastor reminded us that God tends to work through weakness so His strength is shown and glory accrues to Him. These scripture verses also teach taht faith provides something better than life because it provides a connection to beyond today. Let's all hold these dear truths close to our heart.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on April 21, 2024 in which Pastor Jim preached on Hebrews 11:3-31 and Joshua 6 in a sermon titled "The Effect of Faith." Pastor spoke on the Israelites conquest of Jericho, their faith in what God told Joshua to do. He also spoke on the faith of Rahab and how it resulted in the survival of her and her family, to be included too in the descendants of Jesus through David.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on April 14, 2024 in which Pastor Jim preached on Hebrews 11:29 and Exodus 14 in a sermon titled "Faith to Follow." Pastor explored the faith of the people leaving Egypt and crossing dry land at the bottom of the Red Sea. Pastor encouraged us by analyzing how God worked with the people for His glory, and how we can learn from this example.

To help the congregation enjoy in Easter in a festive way, the Suttons closed out the service and sent us on our way for Easter and the week with a "toe tapper," a song by Walt Mills. He recently passed away after a successful and God glorifying life as minister and gospel singer. What a way to close the service!

In honor of Easter, the whole choir started our service today with the Hymn I Serve A Risen Savior, which of course of is true on Easter and every day. This wonderful hymn was written both words and music by Alfred Ackley who died in 1960. He was a prolific hymn writer, with over 1500 hymns. However, I serve a risen savior was his most popular.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on March 31, 2024 in which Pastor Jim celebrated Easter by speaking on Revelation 1:4-18 in a sermon titled "The Risen and Glorified Son." He looked at the revelation provided of the Son in this scripture. He also looked at the response to the Glorified Son pictured in that scripture and how we should respond today. An encouraging Easter message.

In honor of Palm Sunday, and thinking ahead to Easter and the crucifixion along with the resurrection, Jimmy Sutton sang When He Was On the Cross (I was on His Mind) accompanied by the Weschenfelder family. This wonderful song was written in 1983 by Mike Payne and his friend Ronny Hinson. Originally sung by the the Mike Payne Trio, it was made famous by the Florida Boys who kept it at number one on the charts in 1985 and 1986. I am sure you'll agree Jimmy and the Weschenfelders did a good job with it.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on March 24, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on verse Hebrews 11:28 in a sermon titled "Keeping the Passover," regarding Moses' decision to leave Egypt. And, how that relates to the Passover, a herald for Christ's sacrifice on the cross.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on March 17, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on verse Hebrews 11:24-27 regarding Moses' faith. He titled his sermon "Faith Based Decisions" in which he cover two topics: Descriptions of a Decision of Faith, and the Directives Behind a Decision of Faith.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on March 10, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on one verse Hebrews 11:23, and the related verse in Exodus 2:10. He titled his sermon "Courageous Parents" in which he examined the faith of Mose's parents, how they saw their child as special in God's sight, and how they acted on that faith in God.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on March 03, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on just 3 verses in Hebrews, 11:20-22. He titled his sermon "The Confidence of the Patriarchs" in which he explored what the faith of Isaac, Jacob and Joseph teaches us.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on February 25, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on Hebrews 11:11-19 in a sermon he titled "The God Who Is" in which he reminded us about Sarah, an imperfect saint, like us all, whom through God brought glory to His name by His faithfulness and ability to deliver on His promises.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on February 18, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on Hebrews 11:8-16 in a sermon he titled "A Spiritual Eye Exam" in which he covered what is necessary to see with the eyes of heart, or see spiritually.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on February 11,2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on Hebrews 11:7 & Genesis 6 in a sermon titled "Faith before the Flood - Noah." Pastor looked at Noah's qualities and compared them to other inhabitants of the earth at that time.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on January 7, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on Hebrews 10:23-25 in a sermon titled "A One Another Assembly." Pastor spoke on the important of our relationship with one another in the church.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on January 7, 2024 in which Pastor Jim spoke on Hebrews 10:19-23 in a sermon titled "An Open Door Policy." Pastor spoke on three aspect of our access to Christ, confidence, compelling and changeless.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on January 7, 2024 in which Hunter Gately, European coordinator for HeartCry Missionary Society preached on Revelation 12, a message of following the Lamb, living in the light, and advancing His Kingdom.

Hunter Gately, HeartCry's European coordinator spoke on HeartCry the institution, how it got started, its mission today, particularly the one in Europe. He explained the HeartCry primarily supports the Kingdom of God by supporting indigenous pastors. Hunter covered many aspects of HeartCry, including how they receive funding, by never asking for it. Instead trusting in the Lord.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on December 31, 2023 in which Pastor Jim Miller preached on Hebrews 2:1-4 in a sermon titled "Essentials for Entering Another Year."

A ladies trio provided special Christmas music for service today. They sang "I'm Glad I Know Who Jesus Is." This song was written by Geron Davis, and is perhaps most famously performed by The Nelons.

A video record of the church service at Shepherd Bible Church on December 24, 2023 in which Pastor Jim Miller preached on scriptures describing the announcements by angels of Jesus' birth, the message to Mary, the message to Joseph and the message to the shepherds.