Sermons on Small Whisper:

Hitting The Mark Of Doing Life Together Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 2, 2012

Second in a series from the Preaching Team at Northridge Christian. This one is on the theme of doing life together in small groups. Jesus instituted this small group principle in the appointment of His Apostles. They, in turn, applied that principle in

HITTING THE MARK – WEEK 2 Hitting the Mark of Doing Life Together Mark 3:13-18, Acts 2:42-47 INTRODUCTION: Its true isn’t it? There are just some things we are not meant to do alone. And here at Northridge we believe the best pathway to spiritual growth is by intentionally being ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:13-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Preparation For His Coming

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 29, 2021

What does building a highway have to do with preparation for Christ’s coming? Let’s learn how to prepare for His coming. Let’s discuss preparing the way for Christ in Luke 3:1-6.

Prelude What does building a highway have to do with preparation for Christ’s coming? Purpose: Let’s learn how to prepare for His coming. Plan: Let’s discuss preparing the way for Christ in Luke 3:1-6. Pilate “Now in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Eleventh Sunday In Ordinary Time- B Mustard Seed Cooperation

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 13, 2021

The Atlantic began to come in; its mighty shoulders underneath the boats lifted—lifted until the derelict had to come. The youth had harnessed infinite energy to his task.

Working in harmony with the processes of life in co-operation with God is how the Kingdom of God works, Jesus says. Its methods may be illustrated by the case of an old derelict ship that was to be lifted-up from the bottom of the sea. In one of the tidal rivers near New York, the building of a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34, Ezekiel 17:22-24

Denomination: Catholic

Learning From A Small Church : Lessons From The Church At Philippi | Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Sep 1, 2024

In this study Dr. Madana Kumar, dives deep into the circumstances that led to the formation of the church at Philippi. The foundations on which the church was founded, and its lasting significance in spreading the gospel across the globe.

Learning from a Small Church : The Church at Philippi This and other studies are available in my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@dr.madanakumarphd2193 I have a fascination for studying small churches. It may be because in His mercy, God has always protected me from being a member of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Philippians 1:27, Philippians 2:2, Philippians 2:3-4, Philippians 2:5-8, Philippians 2:19-22, Philippians 2:25-30, Philippians 1:3-5, Philippians 1:7-8, Philippians 4:10, Philippians 4:18, Philippians 4:6, Philippians 1:6, Philippians 1:27-30, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 3:12-14, Philippians 4:1, Philippians 4:11-13, Philippians 4:14-18, Philippians 4:19, Acts 16:6-12, Acts 16:14-15, Acts 16:25-34, Acts 16:16-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blood Church Warning

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 9, 2024

Families that use biology to determine membership should realize by now that they wrote their epitaph. We need to create a SPIRITUAL family, not a biological family.

The Blood Church Warning Luke 3:23-38 Rabbi Dr. Rev. Michael H Koplitz Luke 3:23 aWhen He began His ministry, Jesus Himself was about thirty years of age, being, as was supposed, the son of Joseph, the son of Eli, 24 the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:23-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Trust Little Deeds

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Oct 21, 2006

Doing the small things to make a big difference.

Trust LITTLE Deeds Matthew 13:31-33 World War II left Germany in ruins. Citizens were desperate for supplies. Russia had leveled Berlin’s buildings and sought to do the same to her people. They blockaded food trucks, trains and boats. The U.S. and British military responded with the famous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Big Isn't Always Beautiful

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 17, 2006

The Kingdom of God stars from small beginnings

Mk 4:26-34 Illustration: There’s a traditional saying attributed to Benjamin Franklin which says, " For the want of a nail, the shoe was lost; for the want of a shoe the horse was lost; and for the want of a horse the rider was lost, being overtaken and slain by the enemy, all for the want of ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

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

Size Doesn't Matter

Contributed by John Beehler on Jul 12, 2003

A sermon for Celebration of Small Church Ministry Sunday

Size Doesn’t Matter This is the transcript of the ACTUAL radio conversation of a US naval ship with Canadian authorities off the coast of Newfoundland. Canadians: Please divert your course 15 degrees the South to avoid a collision. Americans: Recommend you divert your course 15 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2001

This is a wedding ceremony for a small wedding in a informal situation.

WEDDING OF DAVID FRANKLIN AND JENNIFER CURTIS PROCESSIONAL MEANING OF MARRIAGE Ø We are here assembled in the presence of God to unite David and Jennifer in marriage. Ø The Bible teaches that marriage is to be a permanent relationship of one man and one woman freely and totally committed to each ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Sinfulness Of Man Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008

Questions for application in small group Bible study

Romans Chapter 1: 18 – 32 The Sinfulness of Man Opening thoughts. (reading) Read Passage. Verse 18 Paul speaks here about the Wrath of God, which we take to mean anger. Is it right to be angry?……. When?……. Describe the last time you got angry? We’re you in control? What was the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

God's Judgment On The Judgmental Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008

Questions for application in small group Bible study

Romans chapter 2:1-16 Recap on chapter 1 A. God’s message: key aspects (1-6) According to John Stott, we have learnt so far about the Gospel (Good News) that its… 1. Origin is God (1) 2. Record is the Bible (2) 3. Substance is the Lord Jesus Christ, who is the God-Man (3,4) 4. Scope is all the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Verdict On Man Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008

Questions with application for small group Bible study

Romans Chapter 3: 1 – 20 God’s verdict on Man Summary: Chapters 1 & 2. -introduction of himself (Paul) -introduces the idea of General Revelation -Pagan & Gentile rebellion and it’s consequences -Jewish failure despite having the Scriptures -the law written upon everyone’s hearts Now, in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Justification By Faith Alone Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008

Questions for application in small group Bible study

ROMANS 4:13-24 GOOD FRIDAY 18 APRIL 2003 [Verses from Romans 4 unless otherwise stated] Earlier on today some of us talked to two dear Jehovah’s Witnesses, Simba and Natasha, both from Zimbabwe. They really confirmed just how stuck human religion is: stuck in a slavery of works-righteousness, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

God's Love For The Ungodly Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008

Questions for application in small group Bible study

Romans 5 v 6 ¡V 8. Introduction. Read Ch 5: 1-5. Recap from last week, focusing on two issues: i) Peace. We¡¦re at peace with God through faith in Jesus Christ. ii) Sufferings. Obviously being experienced then (and now) but Paul highlights God use of these sufferings „_ perseverance „_ ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist