Sermons on Open Heavens:

Jesus Is The Answer For Today (And Tomorrow Too)! Series

Contributed by Sam Hettinger on Oct 18, 2010

Why do we worship God? He fulfills our deepest desires for joy, justice, and hope.

Scripture Introduction: Worship Happens. It’s a fact of life. How do you know if you are worshipping? Louie Giglio says: [It's easy. You simply follow the trail of your time, your affection, your energy, your money, and your allegiance. At the end of that trail you'll find a throne; ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Word Of Encouragement

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Oct 18, 2004

This takes a look at the opening verses of II Thessalonians as Paul brings a word of encouragement to this church.

A Word of Encouragement II Thes. 1:1-12 I. The Encouragement of Praise (v. 1-4) A. Paul Practiced What He Preached (1-3a) 1. He could have blasted them for not grasping what he had taught them earlier, but he never scolded or chastised them (compare to his reaction the Galatian church Gal. 3:1). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Philadelphia's Door Of Opportunity Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 22, 2002

Encouragement to walk through every "open door" of opportunity that God gives us for ministry.

WHEN WE ARE FACED WITH NEW AND EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY AND WE TELL OURSELVES "I CAN NEVER CHANGE, THAT’S NOT MY STYLE" OR SAY "THAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN," WE PRESUME TOO MUCH AND BELIEVE TOO LITTLE. IN JESUS CHRIST, GOD RENDERS ALL OF OUR FINAL CONCLUSIONS PREMATURE AND ALL OF OUR TALK ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

7 Reasons To Bless God As We Face Death Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 21, 2001

DEATH OPENS THE DOOR TO THE RICHES OF OUR SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE SECURED BY THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST

BIG IDEA: DEATH OPENS THE DOOR TO THE RICHES OF OUR SPIRITUAL INHERITANCE SECURED BY THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Remember that this is a Messianic Psalm -- Acts 2:25-28; Acts 13:34-35; True of David in his own experience, but ultimately speaking of the Resurrection of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11, Psalm 16:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Cartas Abiertas

Contributed by Justin Colon on Apr 2, 2008

This is a sermon reflecting on our social situation and the responsibility of the church to be "open letters" to our society.

Introducción Sosiego… ¡Qué mucho se ha usado esa palabra en estos días! En noticieros, conferencias de prensa, los periódicos, en mensajes de políticos, religiosos y de jueces el mensaje ha sido el mismo… Sosiego. ¿Pero que querrá decir esa palabra? ¿Qué implica esa palabra? ¿Y porque se esta ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Free Access To The Sanctuary Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 13, 2012

Our sin separates us from God but Jesus opens the way back to God

1 The Fear of God - Keep away To truly understand the events of Good Friday we need to delve deep into the history of Israel. So let me take you back to Mt Sinai, in the first few weeks of the Exodus, the journey from slavery in Egypt to freedom in the promised land. [Bible Reading: Exo ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: Anglican

The Story Behind The Egg Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012

Easter -- is enough to open space for a new life changing story of our lives to begin.

The Story Behind the Egg John 20:1-18 April 24, 2011 INTRODUCTION Pysanky -- Ukrainian Art of Egg Decorating Pysanka is a Ukrainian Easter Egg. Pysanky is a form of wax-resist dyeing using a kind of stylus called a kistka. Some kistkas are dipped into the hot wax, and others consist of a cone ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Know Yourself (Short Homily)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 10, 2012

This is a very short Homily titled "Know Yourself". That was used for the opening of a Men's retreat weekend.

Let me share a reading from the Gospel of Mark with you. " They came to Bethsaida. Some people brought a blind man to him and begged him to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him out of the village; and when he had put saliva on his eyes and laid his hands on him, he asked him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Anglican

Eight Keys To The Harvest

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 9, 2006

EIGHT KEYS TO THE HARVEST of this generation. These keys can help believers open the door to soulwinning.

EIGHT KEYS TO THE HARVEST (John 4:35 KJV) Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest. 1. SEED (Mark 4:31 KJV) It is like a grain of mustard seed, which, when it is sown ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35

Incognito Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 13, 2013

The men walking to Emmaus didn't recognize Jesus until their eyes were opened.

Luke 24:13-35 “Incognito” INTRODUCTION In our close relationships, we strive to be together even when we are apart. Some of us have family and friend pictures on our desks, or in our wallets and purses. We may carry a letter or special card, which we take out and read on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

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

Your Sins Will Find You Out

Contributed by Pastor Adeoye Rufus on Jul 2, 2014

THE MESSAGE IS TO LET PEOPLE KNOW THAT WHAT EVER WILL DO EITHER IN THE OPEN OR SECRET THERE IS CONSEQUENCE.

YOUR SINS WILL FIND YOU OUT “Surely there is no enchantment against Jacob, neither is there any divination against Israel according to this time it shall be said of Jacob and of Israel, what God hath wrought” Numbers 23:23 Sin is anything contrary to the character and will of God no ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mind Boggling Love!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 17, 2014

Let God open our eyes to understand the immeasurable love He has for us!

GOD IS LOVE! Mind-boggling love! Ephesians 3:19 “And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fullness of God.”(Memorize) Friend, I do not know how many of you faithfully fasted for these 39 days! I did. Despite severe health ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Acts Of The Apostles (19 Of 39)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

When God miraculously opened the door for the gentiles to be saved, it was an exciting time for His church.

God selected Paul and Barnabas to carry out His first missionary assignment. They were not self-appointed, nor were they appointed by men. As they were serving the Lord, the Holy Ghost called them out, saying, “Separate me Barnabas and Saul for the work...” They were APPOINTED BY GOD, SENT BY ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-52

Denomination: Baptist

Impeccable

Contributed by Je Layugan on Jul 31, 2023

The danger in compromising is that it gives Satan an opening to do his destructive work in our lives.

A story is told about a hunter who was about to shoot a bear. The bear started to talk and said - “Wait, please don’t shoot”. The hunter said, “I sell bear skins for a living. Why should I not shoot you?” The bear replied, “We can negotiate lah!” “I don’t negotiate with a talking bear”, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal