Sermons on Open:

Part Two - Choosing Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 14, 2009

What it means to be a church member - six part series

11We have spoken frankly to you Corinthians; our heart is wide open to you. 12There is no restriction in our affections, but only in yours. 13In return—I speak as to children—open wide your hearts also. 14Do not be mismatched with unbelievers. For what partnership is there between righteousness ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:11-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Being Light In Darkness

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jan 13, 2008

Isaiah has a prophecy that helps identify the Messiah, and shows God’s characteristics. This prophecy also is something for us to take notice of, as reflectors of God’s light.

Have you ever visited a maze. Every now and again as a family we seem to end up at one. And over the years I have learnt three things from our visit to a maze. One you don’t want to be in a hurry, being in a hurry will often make the place more frustrating and less enjoyable. Secondly make sure ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Take An Easter Walk With Jesus

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 24, 2023

What are some world-famous walks or hikes? The first one that probably comes to mind is the one that is in our neighborhood: a hike into the Grand Canyon.

What are some world-famous walks or hikes? The first one that probably comes to mind is the one that is in our neighborhood: a hike into the Grand Canyon. Another famous walk is the Inca Trail in Peru to the ruins of Machu Picchu. Still another walk on many people’s bucket list is the trek to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The Philippian Jailer’s Conversion

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 17, 2022

God definitely had a purpose in putting the story of the Philippian jailer in the scriptures.

It teaches many valuable lessons to those of us who are Christians. In every jail, you will find two kinds of people. • THE NOT GUILTY. Illus: We occasionally see on the news, that someone has spent years of his life behind bars for a crime he never committed. Even this very day, there are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Philippian Jailer’s Conversion

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 29, 2022

God definitely had a purpose in putting the story of the Philippian jailer in the scriptures.

It teaches many valuable lessons to those of us who are Christians. In every jail, you will find two kinds of people. • THE NOT GUILTY. Illus: We occasionally see on the news, that someone has spent years of his life behind bars for a crime he never committed. Even this very day, there are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:27-34

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Let Jesus Change The World By Using You And Me Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Sep 12, 2020

Is it just me or do you think like me that this world is messed up? People are just angry with one another nowadays. We have lost our ability to tolerate each other. We have lost our ability to accept a viewpoint that is different than ours.

Is it just me or do you think like me that this world is messed up? People are just angry with one another nowadays. We have lost our ability to tolerate each other. We have lost our ability to accept a viewpoint that is different than ours. We are afraid to speak to anyone because we don’t know if ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Midnight Praise

Contributed by Rodney Barlow on Feb 6, 2020

Paul and Silas weren't praising God for deliverance, they were just praising God in the middle of a dark place.

Midnight Praises Acts 16:16-24 This setting of scripture first finds Paul and Silas in spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and teaching the people this new doctrine of being saved by grace through the new birth application, it was new obviously to Gentile people, but it was also new to Jewish ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bearing The Fruit Of Faithfulness

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 18, 2019

God calls us to bear the fruit of faithfulness, regardless of what the world around us may say or do, leaving Him in charge of the details and the outcome.

Bearing the fruit of faithfulness 1 Corinthians 4:1-2 NKJ Let a man so consider us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful. Illus. By David Jeremiah Integrity is telling the truth to yourself. Honesty ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-9, 1 Corinthians 4:1, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Iron Heavens, Brass Earth

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Feb 18, 2018

One of the worst situations a human can experience is what we call iron heavens and brass earth. God is always particular about the consequences of idol worship.

Leviticus 26 26 ‘You shall not make idols for yourselves; neither a carved image nor a sacred pillar shall you rear up for yourselves; nor shall you set up an engraved stone in your land, to bow down to it; for I am the Lord your God. 14 ‘But if you do not obey Me, and do not observe all these ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 26:14-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peter's Missionary Journey Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 20, 2023

Peter dominates the 1st 12 chapters of Acts. He is mentioned 53 times in Acts with 52 of those times occurring in chapters 1-12.

October 21, 2023 Peter dominates the 1st 12 chapters of Acts. He is mentioned 53 times in Acts with 52 of those times occurring in chapters 1-12. Peter traveled the country ministering to the believers as he went. One of the places he visited was the town of Lydda. Lydda – Now the town of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:15-18, Acts 9:42-43, Acts 12:24

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Don’t Slip Off The Path

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jan 14, 2024

We need to see that we are in the last moments of these last day's but our attention needs to be more of what is going on in our heart rather than what is going on around us.

Matthew 7:21-23 (KJV) Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Jeremiah 8:7, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Matthew 16:2-3, Matthew 7:13-14, 1 Samuel 2:2, 1 Corinthians 10:4, Revelation 22:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Go! And Be Used By God — Honouring Women In God’s Mission And Lessons From Women In The Bible Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 4, 2025

Some claim that women should not preach, teach, or hold leadership positions in the church. This misunderstanding arises from a misinterpretation of certain biblical texts while ignoring the broader testimony of Scripture.

Go! And Be Used by God — Honouring Women in God’s Mission Throughout history, God has called and empowered both men and women to serve His kingdom, proclaim His truth, and lead His people. Yet, some claim that women should not preach, teach, or hold leadership positions in the church. This ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:4-5, Esther 4:14, Luke 1:38, Acts 16:14-15, Acts 18:26, John 4:39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Remembers Me

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 30, 2024

When the Bible says that God remembered something, it is not implying forgetfulness. God always remembers it is part of His nature. The statement that “God remembered” places an emphasis on His faithfulness and everlasting care.

God Remembers Me By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - As we come to the close of 2024 and head into 2025 there are questions of what the future will be. People are struggling with the possibility of another pandemic looming, uncertainty of a government shut-down, presidential campaign ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:1

Denomination: Apostolic

Shooting Arrows & Striking Ground

Contributed by Jonathan Meade on Oct 21, 2024

There is no stronger power available to fuel your life than faith. You may have heard the phrase, “The sky is the limit “ but the truth is, the sky is not your limit; your belief system is.

“Shooting Arrows & Striking Ground” 2 Kings 13:14-19 There is no stronger power available to fuel your life than faith. You may have heard the phrase, “The sky is the limit “. But the truth is, “The sky is not your limit; your belief system is.” Passage set up: Joash was a frightened ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Shall We Gather At The River? Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 24, 2024

But the key here is that Paul went where the people were gathered and told them about Jesus.

SHALL WE GATHER AT THE RIVER Text: Acts 16:11-15 Introduction 1. Illustration: One afternoon in July of 1864, pastor Dr. Lowry of the Hanson Place Baptist Church, in Brooklyn, N.Y. wrote the hymn “Shall We Gather at the River.” This old hymn became a favorite of film maker John Ford, and is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15

Denomination: Methodist