Sermons on Open Door:

The Cure For Conflict (Pt. 3) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 9, 2020

In Romans 15:1-13, Paul encourages all of us to follow the example of our Lord in putting the good of others before our own interest, and he encourages us to seek a unity that will enable us to effectively praise God with one heart and one voice.

A. The story is told of a little boy who got into an argument with two boys twice his size. 1. The little boy drew a line in the sand and dared the two boys to cross it. 2. The two bigger boys accepted the challenge and crossed over the line. 3. Immediately, the little boy’s face lit up with a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Everything Came To A Standstill Until There Arose A Mother In Israel

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

If All Women Were Removed From The Average Local Church, It would grind to a halt. Women hold a vital place in the church. Most work while men stand & talk. They are more dependable & have greater commitment than men. Deborah stepped in when the men stepped out.

EVERYTHING CAME TO A STANDSTILL UNTIL THERE AROSE A MOTHER 1. Judges 4 When Ehud was dead, the children of Israel again did evil in the sight of the Lord. 2 So the Lord sold them into the hand of Jabin king of Canaan, who reigned in Hazor. The commander of his army was Sisera, who dwelt in ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-16, Judges 5:1-7

Denomination: Charismatic

Take A Good Look At The Lord - Part 2

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 12, 2019

I. When we turn our eyes on Jesus, we will see His light (vs. 4-9). 1. our strong light. 2. our shining light. 3. our shared light. 4. our sure light. II. When we turn our eyes on Jesus, we will see His love (vs. 10-11). 1. in His coming. 2. in His cross.

Take a Good Look at the Lord - Part 2 Series: The Gospel of John John 1:4-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 23, 2016 (Revised June 12, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Last week, we started a verse by verse study of the Gospel of John. And in vs. 1-4, we saw four vital truths about our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Better Father's Day Card

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 15, 2019

On this Father's Day, we want to say thank you to dads who are doing things right for doing the right things.

A Better Father’s Day Card 1 Thessalonians 2:7-13 11 For you know how, like a father with his children, 12 we exhorted each one of you and encouraged you and charged you to walk in a manner worthy of God, who calls you into his own kingdom and glory. Please turn in your copy of God’s Word to 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson: C.m.2: The Testimony Of Jesus, The Spirit, And The Bride Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 21, 2019

It is fitting for the sacred Scripture to close with a reference to the Holy Spirit. He is the Author of the Book and the One who has inspired every chapter, every verse, and every line. He is the omnificent genius behind this miracle in words, the Bible.

Tom Lowe 3/1/18 Book of Revelation Commentary Topic # C.M.: CONCLUDING MATERIAL (22:6-21) Lesson: C.M.2: The Testimony of Jesus, the Spirit, and the Bride (Rev. 22:12-17) Scripture (Rev. 22:12-17, KJV) 12 And, behold, I come quickly; and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Maintaining God’s Intent For Marriage(& Singleness)-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 26, 2019

6 of ?. Paul answered the inquiries & clarified the concerns of the Corinthian Christians regarding marriage. How are Christians to maintain God’s intent for marriage? Maintaining God’s intent for marriage(& singleness) demands a concentration upon...

MAINTAINING GOD’s INTENT For MARRIAGE(& Singleness)-VI—1Corinthians 7:1-9 (Making Marriage(& singleness) Worthy of its Creator) You will notice that I have added a qualification to the focus of marriage to include singleness. That is because the apostle Pauls’ discussion includes the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Empathy Deficit Disorder

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 1, 2019

Our world is becoming a more hate-filled place, where people have less empathy and compassion for others. In contrast to that, the people of God are called to live lives of love, empathy and compassion, because God has loved us and poured His love into our hearts.

A. One day a man was crossing the street to visit his neighbor. 1. As he started to cross the street, a car was bearing down on him, so he stopped and backed up to the curb. 2. The car stopped, so he started to cross, and the car started to move toward him. 3. The man changed direction and went ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-9, Colossians 3:12-14, 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying Like You Mean It Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 14, 2019

God says that we need to pray like Elijah did. But Elijah seems so far above me I'm not sure I could pray with the same power as he did. But apparently I can. Do you know why?

I read the true story of a couple of men from Alberta, Canada who were driving home late one night. The weather was freezing - well below zero. Somehow, they ran off the road and got stuck in a ditch. And – as far as they could see – there was no one around for miles. They knew they were in danger ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18, 1 Kings 18:41-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lesson Of The Alabaster Box.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 20, 2019

There is a something to learn about giving hidden in in the lesson of the Alabaster Box. Two giants that mock God's people are frustration and depressed. Are you in a season of testing? Refuse to fall into the trap of frustration and depression!

THE BROKEN ALASBATER BOX? TWO GIANTS: FRUSTRATION AND DISCOURAGEMENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (This lesson will be a series.) I HAVE A CANDLE BURNING UP FRONT. I dance with a butterfly (or my hands) around and around the flame. Have you ever sat around a campfire ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:37, 1 Samuel 30:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finished With Sin.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 21, 2019

Finished with sin - 1 Peter chapter 4 verses 1-6. - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (a). An Aggressive Attitude Toward Sin (vs 1-3) • An illustration (vs 1). • An instruction (vs 1-2) • A reminder (vs 3) (b). A Patient Attitude With The Lost (vs 4-6): • We Confuse Pagans (Vs 4-5): • We Die In Christ (Vs 6): SERMON BODY: Ill: • You have probably seen this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

Perseverance Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 31, 2019

Focusing on perseverance in faith during trials.

INTRODUCTION On May 29, 2013 I registered for an event called the “Tough Mudder.” The event that I participated in was a 12 mile run with about 15 obstacles sprinkled throughout. During the event, there are obstacles such as crawling through the mud on your stomach with electric wires above you… ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Failure Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 6, 2019

Jesus’ call is greater than my fall

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

You Have A Savior Who Is Praying For You, I Promise! Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 18, 2020

One of the reasons we can win the spiritual battle and get through the storms of life, is the fact that we have a Savior in heaven who is praying for us.

A. Over the years, I have enjoyed reading Readers’ Digest and especially the humor sections. 1. One of the humor sections is called “All in a Day’s Work” where people write in humorous things that happen at work. 2. Here’s a good one someone submitted: Confiding in a co-worker, I told her about a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Isaiah 53:12, Romans 8:34, Hebrews 7:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"keys To Success"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

This is the second sermon in a series on Nehemiah.

Title: Key’s to Success Script: Neh. 2 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 1-11-15 Intro: The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, first published in 1989, is a business and self-help book written by Stephen R. Covey.[1] Covey presents an approach to being effective in attaining goals by ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Darkness Revealed Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 8, 2020

Resuming Series on Romans, a look how Godlessness and Wickedness cause a person or culture to slide into wrath and judgment

Darkness Revealed Roman’s Series CCCAG June 7th, 2020 Scripture- Romans 1:18-32 This morning, we will be taking a journey that for some may be a little uncomfortable. Most of the time we come to church to be encouraged and strengthened for the next week, and that’s part of what coming to church ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32, Jeremiah 11:11, Jeremiah 11:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God