Sermons on Door Of Opinion:

What Was His Crime? Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 29, 2024

What was His Crime?

What was His Crime?   Scripture: John 18:1-40; John 19:1-42. Reflection Last week, I heard from my friend that one of her relatives had a car accident at midnight. She sent me the news link from Facebook in the local newspaper. The news carried a photo of the accident car, but there was ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-40, John 19:1-42

Denomination: Other

Freedom's Influence Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 19, 2009

This message describes how we gain the right to be heard in a pluralistic society by communion with Christ and the power of a changed life.

Freedom’s Influence (Galatians 1:11-24) Once upon a time, a man walked into a little mom-and-pop grocery store and asked, “Do you sell salt?” “Ha!” said Pop the proprietor. “Do we sell salt! Just look!” And Pop showed the customer one entire wall of shelves stocked with nothing but salt – ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Dealing With Church Fires Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 3, 2011

Even in Paul's day getting along with fellow Christians was difficult.

“Between the Lines: Dealing with Church Fires” Romans 14:1-15:7 Max Lucado has related A PARABLE. “Every sailor could agree on one fact. Had it not been for the captain, they would never have survived. The storm came suddenly. In a matter of moments hulls were broken, decks were ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is The Glory Of God? The Telescope To The Microscope And Beyond

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 16, 2024

A study on the glory of God and how the glory of God changes us when we receive Christ.

The James Webb space telescope was launched into space on December 25th 2021, it’s predecessor the Hubble space telescope had taken thousands of amazing pictures of deep space with it’s powerful lenses, but the James Webb telescope would be even more precise in it’s photographic abilities, taking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1, 1 Corinthians 10:31, John 1:14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Gay Marriage, Lgbtq Issues, And The Christian Worldview

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

Gay marriage. This is a very difficult and controversial issue. There are fiery voices on both sides of the debate that make it difficult to discuss respectfully. But respectful discussion is an integral part of life in the west.

Gay marriage. This is a very difficult and controversial issue. There are fiery voices on both sides of the debate that make it difficult to discuss respectfully. But respectful discussion is an integral part of life in the west. Problems begin to erupt when both sides toss out insults, instead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-5, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, Romans 1:24-28

Denomination: Salvation Army

Revival – How

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

REVIVAL – HOW

REVIVAL – NOW REVIVAL – HOW 1 Kings 18 v.25-40 1. THE REPROACH OF A SINFUL COMPROMISE 21 ¶ And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:25-40

Denomination: Holiness

Making A Covenant Series

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 17, 2013

God wants us in a covenant relationship with Him. He will be our God and we will be His people.

Making of a covenant. Exodus 34:10-16 What is the difference between a contract and a covenant? A contract is an agreement between two or more parties and each has a responsibility to the other. If one does not keep their end, the other is free from his or her obligation. In a covenant, it says ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:10-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Brings Division

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 20, 2013

The sermon describes how being a disciple can cause division with the world, family, and priorities in ones life.

Jesus brings Division Luke 12:49-56 1. Being the Disciple of Jesus "Man it's all Good" • I wake up every day I am blessed • I can't wait to share the good news that is written in my heart that another heart might be blessed • I once was crooked now I am straight • I once ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Methodist

That Which Is God's Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 19, 2014

Render to Caesar that which is Caesar's and to God that which is God's.

Mark 12:13-17 • Possessions: That which we seek to owns ultimately will own us. • Ill. John Wesley's attitude is worthy of pondering. When he learned that his house had been destroyed by fire, he exclaimed, "The Lord's house burned. One less responsibility for me!" • Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Listen To The Prophets

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Aug 21, 2022

God often gives us direction through Prophets. Why don’t we listen to him? We don’t like being told we are on the wrong path or going the wrong way. The answer as actually rooted in our psyche.

Listen to the Prophets 21 Aug 22 Richardson TX YOU’RE GOING THE WRONG WAY! My favorite scene in Planes, Trains & Automobiles is when Steve Martin and John Candy were driving down the freeway after getting spun around and a couple keeps screaming at them, “YOU’RE GOING THE WRONG WAY!” Of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:16, Matthew 24:24, 2 Peter 2:2-18

Denomination: Other

“jesus Prays To His Father” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 24, 2016

Hours from Jesus' arrest and crucifixion, Jesus prays to His Father in regard to their eternal mutual glory.

“Jesus Prays to His Father” John 17:1-5 John 17 reveals the prayer of Jesus immediately before His arrest and crucifixion for those who would believe. It is often known as the High Priestly prayer of Jesus since He intercedes for Himself, His Disciples and for all those who would ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Power Encounters Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 3, 2015

A response is expected when Jesus is encountered.

Power Encounters Mark 1:21-28 Rev. Brian Bill October 3-4, 2015 A recent article in the New York Times entitled, “Googling for God,” begins this way: “It has been a bad decade for God, at least so far.” Google searches for churches are down 15 percent over the last five ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Teaching The Bible. Matthew Part 3. Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jan 18, 2005

Continuance of the Lessons on the Book of Matthew. Breaking it down to its simplest form to help others understand. All Ages from 18-50+.

Teaching the Bible. Part 3 of Matthew. We will start part 3 with the 10th Chapter of Matthew. Read verses 10:1 thru 4. Here we ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worship: The Creator Or His Creatures

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 9, 2009

Idolaters worship the things God made rather than God Himself. Is there anything you feel you cannot live without? Is there any priority greater than God? Do you have a dream you would sacrifice everything to realize? Does God take first place? Do you wor

Opening illustration: Video depicting idol worship (downloaded and edited to reduce duration) ~ puts shame to our worship of the living God. Let us turn to Romans 1 and check out the kind of worship Paul was talking to the Romans about. Apparently this kind of worship was not new, it had gone on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Something For Us All To Think About Before We Stand In Judgement. Series

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Nov 5, 2007

Sermon about the recent ORU lawsuits

Something for us all to think about before we stand in judgement. - (Paraphrased) By the same measure you judge, you will also be judged... - The prevailing opinion that runs my life, as a child of God is the only thing I think or agree with has to be in line with the Holy Scripture. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-5

Denomination: *other