Sermons on Open Mindedness:

Three Portraits Of Salvation In Philippi

Contributed by John Hamby on May 27, 2014

Every morning and every evening the head of a Jewish household would pray, giving thanks that God had not created him “a Gentile, a woman or a slave.” It hardly seems coincidental that the first three conversions which take place at Philippi, come from those three despised categories.

“Three Portraits of Salvation In Philippi” Acts 16:11-40 Every morning and every evening the head of a Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Baptist

When Answers Come Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 15, 2015

When your in the place of ministry, you often find yourself in that place were people expect you to pray for them. Expecting God to answer yes to their request, because you prayed, after all, your a preacher. There are Biblical attributes to prayer.

Title: When Answers Come Foundational Keys to Opening the Gates of Heaven Introduction: When your in the place of ministry, you often find yourself in that place were people expect you to pray for them. Expecting God to answer yes to their request, because you prayed, after all, your a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Peole , Real Problems A Study Of 1 Samuel Part 3a, Samuel- Hearing God Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jun 7, 2017

Part 3 a of our real people real problems study

Real People - Real Problems A study of 1 Samuel Part 3 “Samuel” “Hearing God, 1 of 3” Ya’ll know that I really like mules Every year around Memorial Day A huge event takes place that is all about mules Bishop mule days in Bishop California I have never been but hope to do so one day either ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Or Consequences Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 22, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Mark 6: 1 – 6

Mark 6: 1 – 6 Truth Or Consequences Then He went out from there and came to His own country, and His disciples followed Him. 2 And when the Sabbath had come, He began to teach in the synagogue. And many hearing Him were astonished, saying, “Where did this Man get these things? And what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Two Are Better Than On

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

God sent both His Son and His Spirit into the world, and we need both to accomplish God's purpose because two are better than one.

History is filled with stories of how feuding people become peaceful partners because of the power of love in the lives of two people. One of the most famous in American history is that of an 18-year-old Indian girl Pocahontas and the Englishman John Rolfe. The Virginia colony was very close to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Everyday Is Thanksgiving Day

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 24, 2013

Whether we chose or not to participate in the abundant life God has given us and realize His generosity, Doesn't negate the fact that we have the opportunity to....and we should be thankful For the opportunity!

Everyday is "Thanksgiving Day" With all the talk lately, about the decisions of corporate America, to open on thanksgiving, Instead of the normal Black Friday push of the early am hours, only the diehard bargain hunters flock to. There's a lot of hoopla, everything from that's disrespecting the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Trumpets - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 11, 2022

An expository look at the 7 Trumpet judgments found in Revelation 8

1 When the Lamb opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven for about half an hour. 2 Then I saw the seven angels who stand before God, and seven trumpets were given to them. 3 And another angel came and stood at the altar with a golden censer, and he was given much incense to offer with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

Living In The Kingdom 19 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 28, 2022

In this message we will examine what Jesus said about asking and receiving. He was not talking about a formula to always get what we want, but about our relationship with God.

Living in the Kingdom 19 Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12; First John 5:14-15; James 1:5-7 This morning in the continuation of my series “Living in the Kingdom,” we will be examining what Jesus said about asking and receiving. As we read these verses I want to remind you that Jesus was teaching a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12, 1 John 5:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Songs We Sing: "holy Forever" Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 12, 2025

As we think through this song, we are going to first look at a central belief that we hold about God… that He is Holy. Then we will look at the passage that inspired the song which is the vision of the Apostle John in Revelation chapter 4.

SONGS WE SING: ‘HOLY FOREVER’ Revelation 4:1-11 #HolyForever SING ‘HOLY FOREVER’ VIDEO: TIM HAWKINS ON ‘HAND RAISING CHURCH’ [2:39] INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing a sermon series called: “The Songs We Sing” and that previous video had little to do with the sermon other than the topic ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seek And Find

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Oct 4, 2023

Ask, Seek, Knock, a sermon based on an outline from the great old study guide called Handfulls on Purpose by James Smith and Robert Lee.

Seek and Find Matthew 7:7-11 • When I was growing up I remember one particular thing I enjoyed about going to the doctor or dentist office • As a child you are always nervous whether it is for a regular checkup • Or maybe you are actually sick • The worst was when I was going to have to get my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Sixth Sign Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 21, 2023

The sixth sign in John 9:1-41 teaches us that Jesus is the light of the world who gives sight to the spiritually blind.

Introduction The Apostle John wrote The Gospel According to John. Jesus had done thousands of miracles. John selected just seven of these miracles, which he called “signs,” to help his readers “believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing [they] may have life in his ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Tug Of Heaven Is Growing Stronger Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 21, 2022

If you are walking at a distance from the Lord, then the tugging on you is worldly based The world tugs on the carnal Christian. They who walk closely with God, welcome God’s tugging. The message looks at heaven's tug to be home with the Lord. We also look at death.

THE TUG OF HEAVEN IS GROWING STRONGER INTRODUCTION “When you feel the tug on the line, pull it up.” That order could fit many situations but it would be effective for raising ore in a bucket from a mine shaft. One below fills the bucket, and when the tug is felt then the one above pulls up the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-25, Psalm 31:15, Revelation 1:17-18, Psalm 116:15, 2 Corinthians 5:5-9, Hebrews 11:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Steps To Effective Evangelism

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 9, 2023

Pray that God will transform your hearts and give you the strength, discernment, wisdom and courage to preach the Gospel message to the world with clear, concise and Spirit-led words!

Five Steps to Effective Evangelism Colossians 4:2-6 One of the greatest miracles a person can embrace in one’s lifetime is to be born of the “water and the Spirit” (John 3:5). While learning how to walk, ride a bike, starting one’s first job, getting married, and having children are life events ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Mission PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 1, 2025

God uses our ordinary gifts and daily acts of service to bless others, display His grace, and bring glory to Jesus in everyday life.

Friends, can we talk about the quiet heroes God sends our way? The ones with flour on their aprons and prayer on their lips; the ones who show up with a casserole, a kind word, a seat at the table. I think of a dear woman I knew—no spotlight, no stage—just a well-worn Bible, a wobbly kitchen chair, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11

Topics: Grace, Action

Serve Others, Serve Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2025

True greatness is found in serving others with everyday acts of kindness, recognizing and loving Jesus in the overlooked and ordinary people around us.

Some of the most breathtaking moments with Jesus arrive in ordinary clothes. A paper cup of water handed to a weary worker. A brown-bag sandwich shared on a bench. A text sent at midnight that says, “I’m here.” He has a way of walking into our Mondays and Market Streets, our waiting rooms and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:35-40

Topics: Intentional Service, Service, Intentionality