Sermons on Open The Eyes:

Ask, Seek, Knock

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 29, 2014

Ask and you will receive, seek and you will find, knock and the door will be opened. Does this mean Jesus is our genie in a bottle? Can I ask for anything I want and Jesus will just give it to me? There's much to understand about what Jesus said here.

ASK, SEEK, KNOCK Matt. 7:7-12 1) Ask, Seek, Knock (7-8). Here we see three different words three different meanings. I think this illustrates a process; like a chain of events if you will. As the Fourfold gospel commentary puts it, “Asking is a simple use of voice, seeking is a motion of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Darkness To Light

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 12, 2018

A person is converted when he turns from the darkness of sin to Christ who is the light of the world.

SCRIPTURE: Acts 26:18 "To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me." INTRODUCTION: Repentance and faith are fundamental to ...read more

Reminder Of Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 22, 2023

God’s grace ought to remind us that we needed God’s grace, and now it’s our responsibility to share that grace with someone in need of it.Acts

REMINDER OF GRACE Text: Acts 11:1-18 Introduction 1. This year in my daily devotions, I have been reading through the letters in the NT. I just finished 2 Peter; in it he reminded his readers of the need to be reminded on the elementary principles of the faith. 2. “Therefore, I will always remind ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Living Word Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 20, 2011

A quick view of the power of the Bible according to Hebrews 4:12-13

Title: The Living Word Theme: Show the importance of the Word of God and how it works. Text: Hebrews 4:12-13 Heb 4:12-13 For the word of God is living (quick) and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Asa Cried Unto The Lord

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Asa cried unto the LORD

2 Chronicles 14:9-15 11 And Asa cried unto the LORD his God, and said, LORD, it is nothing with thee to help, whether with many, or with them that have no power: help us, O LORD our God; for we rest on thee, and in thy name we go against this multitude. O LORD, thou art our God; let not man ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:9-15

Denomination: Holiness

Freedom Isn’t Free

Contributed by Steven Platt on Jun 7, 2002

Memorial Day Sermon. It opens honoring those who gave their lives for our country, but ultimately honors those who gave their lives for our King. It closes with the ultimate Memorial Service for us as Christians, the Lord’s Supper.

Freedom Isn’t Free October 12, 2000. To some people, this may be a loved ones birthday. To others, maybe the day they bought their first new car. October 12, 2000. Undoubtedly, mothers were busy making Halloween costumes or perhaps even a few were beginning to buy Christmas gifts ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Joy

Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 25, 2003

You may be struggling through a difficult situation, uncertain of the future,troubled in your spirit,or struggling with sin. Open up your heart and let God embrace you and Bring you Spiritual Joy A joy like no other

SPIRITUAL JOY This morning I want to talk about a common experience That comes from an uncommon source It happens in heaven and on earth It can happen in the womb or even on ones death bed It is a powerful motivator That can come in small packages or in big events It is with us all the time Yet it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16, Luke 1:28-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Gifts Under Christmas Tree

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004

Just a few days before Christmas, a postal worker at the main sorting office found an unstamped, handwritten, messy envelope addressed to God. Curious, he opened it and discovered that it was from an elderly woman who was in great distress because all of

Introduction: Just a few days before Christmas, a postal worker at the main sorting office found an unstamped, handwritten, messy envelope addressed to God. Curious, he opened it and discovered that it was from an elderly woman who was in great distress because all of her savings—$200—had been ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Thessalonica And Berea Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 25, 2005

Paul centres his message on the historic Jesus, arguing from Scripture that he’s the Messiah. He persuades people by careful argument, opening the Scriptures to allow people to discover the truth for themselves. And he works as a leader of a team, includi

It’s interesting that we think of Paul as someone who stands out on his own. He’s the great apostle to the Gentiles, a man who stands head and shoulders above the rest. Yet in reality he was a man who loved to work as part of a team. He started out with Barnabas, then joined up with Silas, then he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Anglican

It Says What It Means! Does It Mean What It Says? Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 9, 2005

Please read all the introduction before judging this sermon. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and k

It Says What It Means! Does It Mean What It Says? James 5:13-15 (13) Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praises. {14} Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-15

Denomination: *other

When You Are New In The Church Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 12, 2005

This message will guide us when we are new in A church. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and keep

WHEN YOUR NEW IN THE CHURCH Gal 1:18-24 NASB {18} Then three years later I went up to Jerusalem to become acquainted with Cephas, and stayed with him fifteen days. {19} But I did not see any other of the apostles except James, the Lord’s brother. {20} (Now in what I am writing to you, I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:18-24

Denomination: *other

Part 11 - Matthew 12:22-37 - The Music Of My Soul Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 26, 2010

If my heart writes the music of my life then my WORDS are the LYRICS OF THE SOUL. I can tell from the lyrics what is in your heart. Open your mouth and I can hear what kind of song is in your heart.

Part 10 - Matthew 12:22-37 - THE MUSIC OF MY SOUL "Where’s my..." "On the kitchen bench" "...keys". "What happened to my..." "It’s in the washing machine. You wore it yesterday." My wife knows my thoughts before I ask. It’s uncanny. "Do you know where my..." "On your desk" "...phone is". She is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Repent Or... What???

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 30, 2008

Repentance is part of the salvation song of God’s people. God has graciously left the door open for us to come home. But to get back we must turn back and continue to make corrective adjustments in our walk with the Lord.

Luke 13:1-9 Consider a few verses that speak of the call and gift of repentance: Isa 30:15 This is what the Sovereign LORD, the Holy One of Israel, says: "In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength, but you would have none of it. Isa 59:20 "The Redeemer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

'spot The Difference.' Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Feb 29, 2008

This message opens up Paul’s spirtual mindset in refuting the religous self confident Jews. He explain despite the Law despite the covenant of circumcision how they too have fallen short of Gods standards in a game of spot the difference.

Romans 2:17 -3:8 Spot the difference • Have you ever played spot the difference? You can usually spot the difference quite easily because all the differences are on the outside but when it comes to our standing before God, it is a little bit harder to spot the difference because the difference is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Friend At Midnight Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 7, 2007

Putting persistence in our prayers--When Jesus was asked by His disciples to teach them to pray, He said they need to ask, then seek, and knock until the door opens. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Parable of the Friend at Midnight Luke 11:1-13 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/FriendAtMidnight.html INTRODUCTION 1. In studying the parables of Jesus, we have seen how He used the parabolic method of teaching on different subjects.... a. Mostly on the theme of the kingdom of heaven b. But ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist