Sermons on Opening Heart:

Their Eyes Were Opened

Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 22, 2016

The two disciples on way to Emmaus, when they met the living Christ

I |Their eyes were opened, and they knew Him.| Luke 24:1-32 (key verses 31, and 32) Now upon the first day of the week, very early in the morning, they came unto the sepulchre, bringing the spices which they had prepared, and certain others with them. 2 And they found the stone rolled away from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Call To Discipleship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

Explores Jesus' call to Peter and Andrew, their immediate response, and how we can similarly respond to God's call in our lives.

Good morning, my friends! It's a joy to see each and every one of you here today. We're gathered here not just as a congregation, but as a family, bound together by our shared faith and love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Let's start off by reading our Scripture passage for today, straight from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Topics: Open, Call

The Open Door Of Revival

Contributed by J. Ritter Jr on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction If you had a chance to read the Pentecostal Evangel last week you read the powerful testimonies of multiple dozens of churches experiencing the fanning of revival's fire.

Introduction If you had a chance to read the Pentecostal Evangel last week you read the powerful testimonies of multiple dozens of churches experiencing the fanning of revival's fire. From Maryville, WA to Cedar Rapids, IA, from Pensacola, FL to Salt Lake City, UT, millions of souls have been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:1-36

Ears Wide Open Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 5, 2004

Moses, Pt. 4 of 15

EARS WIDE OPEN (EX 5:1-12:30) A father once tried to talk to his son about how college was going. The father said, "How are things going?" The son said, "Good." The father said, "And the dormitory?" He said, "Good." The father said, "How are your studies going?" He said, "Good." The father ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ears Wide Open Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 19, 2007

Moses, Pt. 4

EARS WIDE OPEN (EXODUS 5:1-12:30) A father once tried to talk to his son about how college was going. The father said, “How are things going?” The son said, “Good.” The father said, “And the dormitory?” He said, “Good.” The father said, “How are your studies going?” He said, “Good.” The father ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Welcomed With Open Arms PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

We are to follow after Christ’s example of love and welcome and receive the blessings that come from doing so.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! We're here today to delve into a beautiful message from the book of Matthew. We're going to be talking about Jesus' example of love and welcome, our calling to extend that same warm welcome to others, and the blessings that come from doing so. As the great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Topics: Welcoming

Eyes Wide Open Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005

1st in series showing Jesus’ priorities on earth. People are important to God, and they need to understand the full extent of His personal care and involvement in their lives.

John 4:1-42 – Eyes Wide Open This week we are starting our series designed for the 40 Days of Prayer and Fasting. Our theme for the year is “Declare His Name: Aligning Our Lives with Christ’s Passion”. It’s about looking at who Christ is, and what He came to earth to do. So, for the next few ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

When Eyes Are Opened

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jun 8, 2025

We recognize Jesus Christ through the Scriptures, not through our expectations or desires.

Have you ever lost something, but only to realize it was right there with you the whole entire time? I remember one time I was speaking to my wife on the phone—we were just talking about random things—when suddenly, I fell into a panic. I frantically started searching and told my wife, “Emily, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Open Doors To Restoration

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 28, 2025

God knew man would fall. God had a plan of restoration. We have a open door to be restored.

RESTORATION: OPEN DOORS: I GOT LOST CHASING THE RAINBOWS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) DIVINE PROVISIONS: Genesis 3:15 And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Colossians 4:2-3, Hosea 2:15, Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Open Our Eyes

Contributed by John Mccurry on Nov 2, 2007

The importance of seeing what God wants us to see

OPEN MY EYES THAT I MIGHT SEE Eph 1: 15 – 23 Eph 1:18 The eyes of your understanding being enlightened; that ye may know what is the hope of his calling, and what the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints, Ac 26:18 To open their eyes, [and] to turn [them] from darkness to light, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Journey Like Never Before Pt. 3

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016

A Journey With Jesus through the New Year

A JOURNEY LIKE NEVER BEFORE PT 3 REV 3 VS 7-13 “THE OPEN DOOR” Revelation 3:7-13 (NKJV) 7 "And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write, 'These things says He who is holy, He who is true, "He who has the key of David, He who opens and no one shuts, and shuts and no one opens": 8 I know ...read more

Denomination: *other

Giving With An Open Hand Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jan 17, 2009

The first in a series of three messages on money and giving.

Keys to Unlocking God’s Blessing in Your Life, Part 1 Giving With An OPEN HAND” By Pastor Ralph Juthman Matthew 6: 19-24 ‘No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Open Doors Of Opportunity Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 11, 2016

The Bible gives truths to help us discern God's will for us. Yes, we are to live by faith. However, our faith is to be based from Biblical truths that are eternal.

Title: Open Doors of Opportunity Theme: God Does Not Contradict His Word Series: Three Foundational Truths to Grasping Gods Will Introduction: The greatest frustration to many people is the inability to determine God's will for them. Many find themselves in circumstances which are unpleasing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Then Their Eyes Were Opened

Contributed by Roger Campbell on May 25, 2005

And what happened at that table of grace? Their eyes were opened and they recognized Him. Wow! Now that is Holy Communion

Then Their Eyes Were Opened 5-15-05 Luke 24:13-32 Spring has finally come! Newness of life is all around. Flowers are beginning to bloom and soon there will be leaves on the trees. Spring brings with it an end to cabin fever and boy I am ready to enjoy being able to get out and do things. How ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-24

Denomination: Methodist

Arms Wide Open Series

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Nov 3, 2008

Our desire to be like Christ will be measured in an arms length.

Life Wide Open…Arms Our desire to be like Christ will be measured in an arm length. Sunday Morning Sermon 11.02.08 I used three texts to look at the life of Christ -- If you would like the power point email me the title in the subject line and I will send it to you via email for free -- good luck ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ