Sermons on Effective Door:

Is It Worth It? Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 19, 2011

The effective church praises God no matter what the circumstances.

Is it Worth It? Psalms 118 and Romans 8 This week all we heard in the news was bad. Japan has been overwrought with a devastating Earthquake and Tsunami. Everyday we heard of the death toll climbing, then news of a nuclear meltdown similar to Chernobyl. Fear and devastation, hopelessness and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Perverting Grace Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 11, 2012

Titus teaches the debilitating effect of perverting the grace of God.

Introduction There is a problem that has plagued mankind as old as the story of Adam and Eve; indeed, is traced to what took place in the Garden. Why is it that all good movements end up as Camelots – destined to decline and fail? How is it that even the best births come with their own seeds for ...read more

Scripture: Jude 0:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wrestling In Prayer

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 13, 2018

Proposition: Effective prayer is characterized by earnestness, ferverency and energy.

WRESTLING IN PRAYER Text: Col. 2:1-5 Introduction 1. Illustration: During the dark days of the American Revolution, when the Continental Army had experienced several setbacks, a farmer who lived near the battlefield approached Washington's camp unheard. Suddenly his ears caught an earnest voice ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

When Making A Request In Prayer Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023

The effectiveness of prayer is based on your prayer relationship with God.

“David therefore pleaded with God for the child, and David fasted and went in and lay all night on the ground … Then on the seventh day it came to pass that the child died.” 2 Samuel 12:16, 18 “Jesus said to him, ‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.’ Immediately the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:13-24, Mark 9:29

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2025

Your spiritual growth determines the effectiveness of your ministry.

“As you have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him” (Col. 2:6). 1. The power of decisions a. Yesterday: past decisions make me what I am. b. Tomorrow: future dreams give me energy. c. Today counts: the most important day of your life. 2. Spiritual growth is a choice that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is Better At The Beach - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 7, 2017

Today we will talk about how God has designed each of us in our own unique way. We will discover that sometimes we have to search for purpose before we can live it and we will talk about “Playing in the Sand”.

¥ I use everyday life illustrations because I want us to understand that God is trying to communicate with us everyday! There is a message from God in almost everything that we see, touch, taste, smell or feel. God is everywhere just waiting for His creation to cry out for its Creator! Psalms 19:1 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9, Psalm 5:12, Isaiah 43:19, Psalm 8:1-9, Isaiah 55:6-9, Isaiah 45:9, Isaiah 29:16, Romans 9:20-21, John 15:16, 1 Corinthians 3:9, Psalm 19:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Keys To The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 17, 2014

Peter's responsibility was massive. Who would be allowed into this belief, who would find salvation? Our task is similar.

In the passage from Matthew 16:13-20 we hear a conversation between Jesus and Peter that happened in a region called Caesarea Philippi. A wee bit of background to this conversation: prior to this conversation the disciples and Jesus had been on the other side of the Sea of Galilee in North ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Acts 20:35

Denomination: Salvation Army

2020 Vision

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 5, 2020

It is clear to see that we have much to do for Christ and the open door to do it!

1 Corinthians 16:9 For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries. 2020 is a great and open door for ministry, The sky is the limit. There are many needs so there is one or two somewhere you can meet whether you are 8 or 88. God is on your side for ministry, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:9

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is God's Answer Sermon X: Jesus Meets Our Need For Security Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 6, 2020

In times of trouble - no matter the form it may take - fear of the unknown can overwhelm us and cause anxiety. Yet, a child of God can remain calm in the midst of uncertainty because our security is in the Savior our Shepherd.

JESUS MEETS OUR NEED FOR SECURITY “I am the Door . . . I am the Good Shepherd” (John 10:9 . . . 10:14) Throughout the Bible, the image most often used to dramatize God’s love and care is that of a shepherd; ...read more

Scripture: John 10:9, John 10:14

Jesus Is The Way

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025

Jesus is the only way to eternal life, the truth that sets us free, and the life that brings true fulfillment.

JESUS IS THE WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 14:6 Supporting Texts: Acts 4:12, Romans 5:8, 1 Timothy 2:5-6 INTRODUCTION: The world is full of paths that promise fulfillment, joy, and salvation, but as Christians, we understand that there is only one way to God — Jesus Christ. He is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Romans 5:8, 1 Timothy 2:5-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking Delay Barriers By Supernatural Speed Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 2, 2025

The key to breaking delay barriers is understanding the power of divine acceleration and positioning yourself to receive it.

BREAKING DELAY BARRIERS BY SUPERNATURAL SPEED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:22 "When the time is right, I, the Lord, will make it happen." Supporting Texts: Psalm 31:15, Habakkuk 2:3, Zechariah 4:9-10, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: In life, many people ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"How To Pray About Your Problems” (3of4) Series

Contributed by Jim Moynihan on Apr 14, 2005

To pray effectively about our problems we must pray in faith.

I read about "The Road to Nowhere" this week. Just outside of Bryson City, NC is a beautiful highway that simply goes no place. It’s what’s left of an abandoned attempt to create a highway between Bryson City and Townsend, Tennessee. Environmental concerns caused them to halt the project. Those who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parable Of The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 12, 2017

"Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that entereth not by the door into the sheepfold, but climbeth up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber. But he that entereth in by the door is the shepherd of the sheep." (John 10:1-2)

Jerusalem Parable of the Good Shepherd John 10:1-21 The ancient sheepfold of that day still exists in many towns in that land. It was a public sheepfold. In the evening all the shepherds who lived in the town would bring their sheep to the sheepfold and turn them in for the night. They would ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Divine Visitor

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Sep 5, 2013

Christ's knocking at the door is proof that He has come near to come in and bless us. He is willing to come in, but sometimes the heart hesitates to open its house of many rooms. The Lord knocks at the door of each

Title: THE DIVINE VISITOR Note: Scripture references are from the New International Version of the Bible. Text: Revelation 3:20, "Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me." Truth: "I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Church Of God

Choices

Contributed by Dewayne Howard on Feb 4, 2003

Everyday you and I have tons of choices to make in life. Some will greatly effect our future and others may have no effect at all on our lives. However, those choices that will have the most effect are those choices that God gives to you and I concernin

Introduction Everyday you and I have tons of choices to make in life. Some will greatly effect our future and others may have no effect at all on our lives. However, those choices that will have the most effect are those choices that God gives to you and I concerning life now and after we die, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist