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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Open Heart Surgery Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 19, 2017
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     | 15,525 views

    We will never be all that God has for us until we give our entire selves to God.

    Open Heart Surgery Text: Joel 2:12-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Tomorrow morning I'll open up your heart" the surgeon said to the 8 year-old-boy. "You'll find Jesus there," the boy said. The surgeon continued, "I'll open your heart and check the damage." "You'll find Jesus there," the boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Open Your Eyes

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021
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    You must learn the language and literary method that the people in Jesus used if you truly want to understand the Scripture. Hillel's method of asking questions is the optimal way.

    Near Eastern people in Yeshua's (and later on) wrote in allegories, metaphors, and parables. Is this healing story real? In the minds of Near Eastern people, it does not matter. The lesson of the story is the key. The lesson is that everyone must open their eyes to reading the Torah and live ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    An Open Door Of The Ark

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 23, 2020
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    The society of Noah’s day was completely depraved; it was violent, inclined towards evil, hateful of any trace of goodness, constantly developing evil Imaginations, and except for 8 souls whom God had granted grace to, completely God rejecting.

    An open door of the Ark Psalm 12 1. Genesis 7:1-5 2. (Matthew 25:1-13) And the Lord said unto Noah, Come thou and all thy house into the ark; for thee have I seen righteous before me in this generation. Of every clean beast thou shalt take to thee by sevens, the male and his female: and of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Open The Doors Of The Church Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 29, 2014
     | 4,364 views

    Jesus enjoins us to do the will of the Father, but learning how to do God's will is a lifelong journey.

    Thursday of the 1st Week in Advent Joy of the Gospel When I read this passage from the great prophet of Advent, the Hebrew priest Isaiah, my memory goes back almost ten years to our pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Both the Old and New Testaments contain a recurring theme, one we see most perfectly ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Encounter Of Openness And Truth

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 28, 2019
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    It is God who sets things in motion, and God who opens hearts to the Gospel.

    THE ENCOUNTER OF OPENNESS AND TRUTH. Acts 16:9-15. It is a bit of a cliché, but ‘when God closes one door, He opens another’. This was certainly the experience of Paul and his companions: Silas (cf. Acts 15:40), Timothy (cf. Acts 16:1-3), and Luke (cf. Acts 16:10). We are not told how, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Open Your Heart Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on May 26, 2022
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    Romans 10:10-11 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.”

    Life Lessons from the Chief of Sinners Open Your Heart Acts 16:11-15 Introduction Romans 10:10-11 For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.” It is amazing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Challenge Of The Open Doors

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 25, 2023
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    Let us consider how open doors might be great opportunities to trust God's plan. Do we pray the prison doors open instead of see the opportunity to advance the cross?

    THE CHALLENGE OF THE OPEN DOOR OF TRUST… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) OPEN DOORS CAME IN MANY WAYS! Seems there was a lot of police activity and sirens in the area. This was one of the hottest days of the summer. A lady got out of her car and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Open Your Eyes

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 29, 2023
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     | 850 views

    Conservative vs Liberal Christianity is? People in the pews need to open their eyes and see what church leadership is doing.

    Open Your Eyes John 11:45-54 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz A lesson from this passage from John’s Gospel is that the people need to monitor their leaders to ensure that their values and truths are being used. The people in Jesus’ day had little choice who their leaders were. The people could have ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Open Doors To Restoration

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 28, 2025
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    God knew man would fall. God had a plan of restoration. We have a open door to be restored.

    RESTORATION: OPEN DOORS: I GOT LOST CHASING THE RAINBOWS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) DIVINE PROVISIONS: Genesis 3:15 And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Opening The Door To Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023
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     | 788 views

    As we reflect on Christ's words, may we remember that His correction is born out of love, His persistence is a testament to His longing for us, and the fellowship He offers is a joy beyond measure. Let us open the door of our hearts to Him today and dine with the King of kings.

    Opening the Door to Fellowship Introduction: Begin with a warm greeting to the congregation and introduce the key verses: Revelation 3:19-20 (NLT) - "I correct and discipline everyone I love. So be diligent and turn from your indifference. 'Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Open Invitation To Salvation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 822 views

    This sermon explores accepting God's invitation, harnessing hope, and embracing salvation to find rest, resilience, and spiritual abundance in our lives.

    Good morning, dear friends. Today we gather in the warm embrace of our shared faith, united by our love for God and His everlasting Word. As we immerse ourselves in His divine teachings, we are reminded of the words of the great Christian theologian, J.I. Packer, who once said, "Once you become ...read more

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    Reflections On Ascension Day

    Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on May 13, 2021
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     | 4,737 views

    Ascension is an important even after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We need to understand it, study the dynamics and experience the blessings of the day.

    We celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ in grand style. When it comes to Ascension and Pentecost, we seem to be slow on it. These events are at the heart of our Christian faith. The Ascension is clearly expressed in the Apostles’ Creed in the section that said “He ascended into ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    Sharing Heaven’s Good News Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,946 views

    All who receive God’s message of forgiveness should help share it with others.

    Sharing Heaven’s Good News Acts 16:12-40 Intro: In Luke 2:10-11, God sent angels to give a message to some Jewish shepherds. The message went like this: “I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Peter's Vision: Breaking Down Walls Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 12, 2024
     | 1,638 views

    Let God change the way you see people. Stop looking at outward appearances or misguided mindsets and start looking at the heart that needs Jesus.

    Peter’s Vision: Breaking Down Walls Text: Acts 10:9-23 Introduction 1. Illustration: “Preacher isn't talkin' 'bout religion no more He just wants to praise the Lord People aren't as stuffy as they were before They just want to praise the Lord And it's very plain to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Philadelphia--Church Of The Open Door" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 6, 2002
    based on 166 ratings
     | 20,587 views

    Christ opens the right doors for us, and encourages us when life hurts.

    Philadelphia-"Church of the Open Door" Revelation 3:7-13 The Letters to the Seven Churches Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Imagine the heartache of an athlete striving to qualify for the Olympic team, only to be disqualified by a technicality. Consider ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational