Sermons on Small But Smart:

In Search Of Jesus: Getting Us Started

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 29, 2004

JESUS’ MINISTRY IS ABOUT SMALL GROUP PARTICIPATION!

IN SEARCH OF JESUS: GETTING US STARTED MATTHEW 4: 18-22 SUNDAY PM SERVICE MARCH 28, 2004 INTRODUCTION: TRANSITION THOUGHT: THESIS SENTENCE: JESUS’ MINISTRY IS ABOUT SMALL GROUP PARTICIPATION! I. GETTING US STARTED IS THE CALLER LUKE 4:31-5:11 A. THE CALLER IS THE ONE WHO DRIVES OUT EVIL ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Mortification Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 2, 2011

Four "small" things that kill the body of Christ.

SERIES: HEALTHY CHURCH! “THE MORTIFICATION FACTOR” SELECTED SCRIPTURES OPEN There was once a fellow who became convinced that he was dead. In reality he was very much alive. His delusion became such a problem that his family finally paid for him to see a psychiatrist. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Soar"

Contributed by Steve Maas on Feb 5, 2012

A sermon of encouragement preached in a small rural parish.

You’ve probably heard the saying, “It’s hard to soar like and eagle when you’re surrounded by turkeys”. It’s a phrase sometimes thrown around when people want to justify why they have not been able to reach their full potential – not been able to soar like ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: Lutheran

No Ifs ,ands, Or Buts

Contributed by Thomas Bell on May 17, 2020

a small two letter word with conditions attached

IFS, ANDS, OR BUTS John 14: 15-17 “If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to help you and be with you forever— the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Enemy Tackling Skills

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 21, 2021

Who else can I quote as an example other than Nehemiah who was attacked on all sides, yet he planned strategies to be alert, vigilant, cautious, proactive and smart.

When the enemy targets: Nehemiah 4:22 “At that time I also said to the people, "Let each man with his servant spend the night within Jerusalem so that they may be a guard for us by night and a laborer by day." Did you know the enemy targets to remove help, support, assistance, comfort, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mountain Minded People

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 26, 2002

Small Thinking produces small living, We have a big God, Let’s think big and God will lead us into large living

Zech. 4:10 Despise not the day of small beginnings. I want to establish the fact that everything starts with a seed, (small), but if the seed follows procedure it becomes a tree, {the mighty oak tree began as a tiny seed.} One of the dangers we face in the church is that of small thinking, Becoming ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Dwarf Mentality

Contributed by James May on Jan 13, 2010

Thinking small makes us small, especially in matters where we face the enemy of our souls. God is looking for some Spiritual Giants.

Spiritual Dwarf Mentality Wednesday, January 13, 2010 By Pastor James May Giants are in the land; giants that are thundering threats into the ears of all men. Can you hear them roar? Do you feel their taunting down deep inside? Long ago, in a land far away, two armies were set in battle ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Little Bit Never Hurt Anybody

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 20, 2002

This sermon deals with how small compromises can lead to some drastic consequences.

A Little Bit Never Hurt Anybody 4/21/2002 Proverbs 1:8-19 Matthew 26:6-13 Have you ever heard those life-changing words, “A Little Bit Never Hurt Anybody?” You know that what is being offered is something you should say no to, but somebody says, “Oh go ahead and try it, a little bit ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Double Tongued Rebel

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 28, 2021

We may be highly learned, theologically equipped, smart and confident; yet, if we are not people who firmly keep up a promise, then all our accolades stand of no value

DOUBLE TONGUED PERSON 1 Samuel 24: 16 When David had finished speaking these words to Saul, Saul said, "Is this your voice, my son David?" Then Saul lifted up his voice and wept. 17 He said to David, "You are more righteous than I; for you have dealt well with me, while I have dealt ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

El Freno, El Timón Y Una Chispa: ¿qué Tienen En Común? Series

Contributed by Carlos Camarena on Apr 15, 2003

Humans’ capability to control enormous beasts, but not a small tongue

El freno, el timón y la chispa Texto: Santiago 3:3-6 Lectura Bíblica: Salmo 15:1-3 Por Carlos C. Camarena I. Introducción A. En nuestra introducción a Santiago 3 la semana pasada pudimos ver en el 3:1-2 sobre el peligro de una lengua no controlada, especialmente cuando es usada por aquellos que ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-3, James 3:3-6

Denomination: Adventist

A God Of Size

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Jul 16, 2005

Is your God to small to handle life’s problems?

A God Of Size Isaiah 40:15-20 I was working with a church one time and there were some family difficulties that was bleeding over and causing strife between the Eldership and the Ministers on staff. One night in a staff meeting words were being exchanged between two Elders and when I offered some ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Beginning Of… Israel Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 24, 2010

God starts something big with very small people.

Scripture Introduction In the first eleven chapters of Genesis, Moses introduces key themes and doctrines forming the parameters of life. This prologue actually ends with chapter eleven, but like any good writer, the end of the preface is a “page-turner,” not suited to ending a ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Depth Series

Contributed by Gregg Barbour on Feb 8, 2010

What does it mean to grow deep in small groups?

Last week we started a new series called Growth Through Groups and we began to take a look at three different areas that we will grow through groups- community, depth, and accountability. We looked at community, and how we need to do life together with other like minded people. People with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-3

Denomination: *other

A Challenge For Elijah

Contributed by Richard Hosea on Jun 15, 2010

A challenge to the congregation to listen to the still small voice of God.

A Challenge from Elijah And The Still Small Voice 1 Kings 19: 1-18 All of us want to be heard and understood. We want to make sure that what we say is understood so that there will be no misunderstandings Right communication is very important if we are going to get our message across. “I know you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

That Mighty Little Mustard Seed

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 3, 2018

out of something small can come great things

Mark 4:30-32 Have you ever seen a mustard seed? I have one in my hand, but unless you are very, very close to me, you will not be able to see it. This little seed is one of the most mysterious seeds in nature. It is hard to believe that from this tiny little seed, a plant that grows . . . and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:30-32

Denomination: Episcopal