Sermons on Open A Door:

Worthy To Be Persecuted Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 30, 2013

Peter and John rejoiced because they were persecuted for the Name of Jesus ... do we act the same today?

Worthy to be Persecuted Acts 5:17-42 Introduction - Set the stage: -- Church was beginning to see full assault persecution -- Peter and John were willing to be bold; to continue proclaiming Jesus -- (Last week) Ananias and Sapphira give us great insight into integrity -- We see that even in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The Potter’s House

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

LESSONS FROM THE POTTER’S HOUSE

Jeremiah 18:1-10 LESSONS FROM THE POTTER’S HOUSE I. THE POTTER AND HIS MISSION V. 1- 3 Then I went down to the potter’s house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels. I. HE SAW A PICTURE OF THE DIVINE POTTER. 6 O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Living In The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 31, 2011

We list five steps into living in the Kingdom of God. It is a good outline to receiving Salvation from our Lord Jesus Christ.

Living in the Kingdom of God John 3:1-8 (KJV) 1 There was a man of the Pharisees, named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews: 2 The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Are The Ministry Gifts And Calling Of God Without Repentance?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 13, 2019

There is a belief in the church today that a person called to minister can still be effectual in reaching others for the sake of the Gospel because “the gifts and calling of God are without repentance” (Rom 11:29 KJV).

In other words, a person can be in active and open unholy living and in rebellion to God’s law and still retain their position to be used to bless others without changing their sinful ways through repentance. It is true that God can use anything to promote His kingdom. He even used a donkey to get ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:29, Romans 5:15-16, Matthew 7:21-23, Hebrews 6:4-6, 1 John 3:9, 2 Corinthians 10:1-5, Revelation 3:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Promised Church Series

Contributed by John Bright on Apr 27, 2021

This is the sixth in a 7-part series on The Apostles Creed. I used this as a way to give folks in my new churches an understanding of my beliefs and our common ground as Believers. Teaching sheet at the end of the text.

Sermon Series “Belief and Faith Coming Together” Week Six – “The Promised Church” Pastor John Bright – delivered 8/18/19 Acts 2 “46 So continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart, 47 praising God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47, Isaiah 64:3, Matthew 16:18, Revelation 2:5, Revelation 1:20, Luke 24:13-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The 10 Commands – Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 21, 2020

Working through the book of Exodus using consecutive expository preaching. Exodus 20:12-14. Teaching Sheet for the bulletin included at end of text.

Sermon Series “Exodus” Exodus 20:12-14 “The 10 Commands – Part 2” Pastor John Bright Exodus 20 “12 “Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long upon the land which the Lord your God is giving you. 13 “You shall not murder. 14 “You shall not commit adultery.” Last week we covered ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-14

Denomination: Methodist

Free Will

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 1, 2023

Are we like clay in the hands of the master potter? Does that mean that we have no choice in the matter? Let's find the truth about the master potter and the clay in Jeremiah 18.

Potter Are we like clay in the hands of the master potter? Does that mean we don’t have free will or can the clay be stubborn and unworkable? And whenever the clay would not take the shape he wanted, he would change his mind and form it into some other shape. (Jeremiah 18:4 CEV) What did the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Victory On Every Side  Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 21, 2025

"Victory on Every Side" is a promise of comprehensive success in all areas of life—spiritual, emotional, financial, and relational.

Title: VICTORY ON EVERY SIDE  By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 8:6  Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:7, Psalm 118:15-16, 1 John 5:4. INTRODUCTION Victory is the heritage of every believer in Christ. The Bible assures us that no matter the challenges, trials, or battles we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:6, Deuteronomy 28:7, Psalm 118:15-16, 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

First Fruit Offering PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024

Explores the spiritual significance of offering firstfruits to God, and how this act of faith can lead to blessings and spiritual protection.

Beloved, I am thrilled to be standing before you today, to share with you a message that I believe will inspire, motivate, and challenge us all to reevaluate our relationship with God and the way we honor Him with our lives. Today, we will be turning our hearts and minds to the book of Exodus, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:14-16

Topics: Overwhelming Blessing

"the God Of Miracles"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 30, 2023

This message shares stories and events that glimpse the supernatural realm and the God of miracles. He demonstrated His strength in the early church and continues to do so today. The Lord knows those who are His, and this foundational truth gives us hope, which we call an anchor of our soul.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Hebrews 13:8) "Jesus Christ the same yesterday, today and forever" (Romans 15:19) “Through mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God; so that from Jerusalem, and round about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8, 2 Corinthians 12:12, Acts 2:22, Acts 14:3, Romans 15:19, Acts 2:43, Hebrews 2:4, Romans 15:18-19, Matthew 10:1, Mark 16:17, Mark 16:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed – Mental Health Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 19, 2016

Mental Health - Philippians chapter 4 verses 1-9 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Stand firm in the Lord (vs 1) (2). Stand Firm in Unity (vs 2) (3). Stand Firm in Trust (vs 4-7) (4). Stand Firm in Practice (vs 8-9) SERMON BODY: Ill: • He was born Erich Weisz on March 24, 1874, in Budapest, Hungary, • But he moved with his family to America, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Brethren

Love Is Not Rude Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 25, 2013

In this sermon we explore what it means that love is not rude.

A. I heard the story of a preacher, who was greeting people at the door after worship one Sunday. 1. As one of them left, he shook the minister’s hand, and said, ‘Thanks for the message. I would have to say that you are smarter than Einstein.” 2. Beaming with pride the minister ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Passionate Prayer

Contributed by C Jordan on May 16, 2009

The Bible teaches that the earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous person makes tremendous power available, dynamic in its working. Let’s learn how to pray with POWER!

THE POWER OF PASSIONATE PRAYER INTRODUCTION: How many of you believe that God answers prayer? How many of you pray on a regular basis? How many of you have seen notable, miraculous answers to prayer? THE BIG IDEA: One of the reasons Christians don’t pray more than they do is because they don’t ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-11

Denomination: *other

The Lord's Great Lessons On Prayer

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 17, 2023

Jesus wants us to know how to pray, so He gives us: 1. The lesson of the persistent friend (vs. 5-8). 2. The lesson of God's promises (vs. 7-8). 3. The lesson of a parent's love (vs. 11-13). 4. The lesson of our Heavenly Father's perfection (vs. 13).

The Lord's Great Lessons on Prayer Luke 11:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared June 17, 2023) (Revised July 19, 2023 to correct the timing of the Sermon on the Mount) BACKGROUND: *Do you ever wish you could learn how to pray better? You are not the only one. In Luke 11:1, one of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Peace Through The Prince

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 20, 2004

Finding peace through Jesus Christ. Appropriate for Christmas.

FINDING PEACE THROUGH THE PRINCE -Read Luke 2:4-19; Isaiah 9:1-7 Christmas preparations in the United States have seen a continuing trend to cut Jesus Christ out of the celebration. References to the Son of God simply do not fit today’s politically correct views. In Egg Harbor, N.J., the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist