Sermons on Closed Door:

Recognize The Opportunity! Seize The Moment!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Apr 20, 2013

The thief on the cross found his opportunity in the most unlikely and unexpected place but he recognized and seized on it!

And one of the malefactors which were hanged railed on him, saying, If thou be Christ, save thyself and us. But the other answering rebuked him, saying, Dost not thou fear God, seeing thou art in the same condemnation? And we indeed justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds: but this man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Will You Do At Midnight

Contributed by David Dailey on Mar 1, 2001

how will you act under pressure.

What Will You Do At Midnight? Our text is in Acts 16:25-26 - And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. And suddenly there was a great earthquake so that the foundations of the prison were shaken: and immediately all the doors were opened and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Little Becomes Much

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Jun 30, 2015

FAITH IN GOD

WHEN LITTLE BECOMES MUCH 1 KINGS 17:8-16 1. THE TEXT: ELIJAH THE PROPHET HAD BEEN SITTING BY THE BROOK AT CHERITH, WHERE GOD HAD BEEN NOURISHING HIM. GOD COMMANDED THE RAVENS TO BRING HIM FOOD; AND HE HAS BEEN DRINKING WATER FROM THE BROOK. a) ONE DAY THE BROOK DRIES UP BECAUSE THERE HAD BEEN NO ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Busy Schedule Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 5, 2022

I must preach the kingdom of God to other cities also. Therefore am I sent.

THE BUSY SCHEDULE OF JESUS. Luke 4:31-44. LUKE 4:31-37. Jesus came to Capernaum and “taught them on the sabbath days” (Luke 4:31). There, the people “were astonished at His doctrine: for His word was with power” (Luke 4:32). Jesus’ authority is original, replacing even the ‘Thus says the LORD’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Free From Death, Free For Life

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 7, 2008

If you are free from death -- and in the man Jesus you most certainly are -- then you are also free from the fear of death and from its power and its finality.

FREE FROM DEATH, FREE FOR LIFE John 11, selected verses (NIV) 1 Now a man named Lazarus was sick. He was from Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha.... 4 When he heard this, Jesus... stayed where he was two more days.... 7 Then he said to his disciples, "Let us go back to Judea." ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Life Of Joseph

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 18, 2008

Taking a look at Joseph. What it must of been like to raise the son of God.

The life of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 Disclaimer: This sermon was prepared with some of the resources available from Sermon central and private study. Introduction- As we begin the second week of Advent. I want to take a look at the life of Mary ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

What Should I Do, Preacher? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 14, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 10:1-18 based on God's will

HoHum: One time a woman asked the preacher, “What should I do, Preacher? I want to follow and serve Jesus. I want to do his work totally and completely.” The preacher said, “Great, you could be a part our weekly ladies Bible study group and later you could perhaps lead ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Introduction To Hosea And Amos

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 20, 2012

Introduction to Hosea and Amos

HoHum: The place was New York City, during the time of the subway rush in the evening of a hot summer day. People were manning into the subway cars as they were moving out of the station and each car was loaded to capacity. One man happened to be just the last man to push and jam his way inside of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessed Life #5: Heavenly Rewards Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 2, 2008

God has given us three keys to receiving heavenly rewards in our lives: Generous giving, powerful praying, and faithful fasting. Let’s give, pray and fast for spiritual breakthrough in our lives. (Matt. 6:1-18).

THE BLESSED LIFE #5: THREE KEYS TO HEAVENLY REWARDS THE BIG IDEA: God has given us three keys to receiving heavenly rewards in our lives: Generous giving, powerful praying, and faithful fasting. Let’s give, pray and fast for spiritual breakthrough in our lives. (Matt. 6:1-18). OPENING ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: *other

Expiration Of Grace

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 24, 2025

Grace is a divine privilege, not a license to sin. While God’s grace is abundant, it is not endless for those who continually reject it.

EXPIRATION OF GRACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:1-2 Supporting Texts: Genesis 6:3, Hebrews 10:26-27, Proverbs 29:1, 2 Peter 3:9, Matthew 25:10-12 INTRODUCTION The grace of God is His unmerited favour and kindness extended to humanity. It is by grace that we are saved, sustained, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-2, Genesis 6:3, Hebrews 10:26-27, Proverbs 29:1, 2 Peter 3:9, Matthew 25:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"He Has The Keys"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Oct 4, 2005

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that Our Resurrecting Saviour has the Key to Death and Hell.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: JESUS HAS THE KEYS TO OPEN AND SHUT THE DOORS OF DEATH AND HELL. REFERENCES: Revelation 1:18; Matthews 27:51-54; Revelation 20:1; Isaiah 53:1-5; Revelation 2:12;16; 19:15,21; (his face shine like the sun, and a sharp ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Identity - Removing The Mask Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Nov 3, 2008

This is a sermon that pleads with people to be bold enough to be real! Urging them to remove the masks that we so frequently wear.

TEXT: Acts 5:1-11; Ephesians 2:1-10 TITLE: Removing the Mask in Church SERIES: Identity Part 1 TOPIC: Genuine Christianity OCCASION: Burnside Christian October 26, 2008 PROP.: Let’s take off our masks with one another and be real as together we figure life out. INTRODUCTION: Good morning! ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Days Of Noah Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Oct 19, 2014

The Final generation and the Days of Noah

THE BEGINNING OF WHAT IS TO COME: THE DAYS OF NOAH This morning I want you to open your Bible with me to the book of Matthew as we continue our study on the beginning of what is to come. In speaking of the final generation, Jesus clearly outlined numerous signs and events that would take place ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

If Noah Were Here...

Contributed by James May on Aug 25, 2002

What would the message of Noah be like in today’s society?

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39, Genesis 6:2-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Showed Himself

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 24, 2009

Jesus shows Himself to us in various ways.

Text: “After these things Jesus showed Himself again to the disciples at the Sea of Tiberias… (John 21:1). According to the Gospel of John, this is the third time Jesus appeared before the disciples. The first time was the evening of the Resurrection. “Then the same day at evening, when the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church