Sermons on Opening:

Seeing Jesus With Open Eyes Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 23, 2001

A sermon adapted from an IVP Bible Study by C. Nystrom to aid in story telling abilities

SEEING JESUS WITH OPEN EYES JOHN 9:1-41 QUESTION: HOW DO YOU SEE JESUS? We want to see Jesus, and hear Him, and know Him. But sometimes we encounter times in our lives when we almost deaf and dumb and unfeeling to His touch. Yet, if we really think about it and review our lives with Jesus, we ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walking Through Divine Openings

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 24, 2025

Divine openings are real, and they are set before every child of God. They come in different forms—opportunities, instructions, challenges, or relationships—but they are all connected to God’s desire to move you into a higher level.

WALKING THROUGH DIVINE OPENINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:7-8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 22:22, 1 Corinthians 16:9, Acts 12:10, Exodus 14:21-22, John 10:9 INTRODUCTION: God is a God of open doors. In life, there are moments when heaven opens a specific path for progress, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Open My Eyes, Lord

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 25, 2025

This cry of the psalmist reveals a deep yearning for spiritual understanding and divine illumination. The ability to see beyond the physical into divine truth is a blessing that only God can grant.

OPEN MY EYES, LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 119:18 Supporting Texts: 2 Kings 6:17, Luke 24:31, Ephesians 1:17-18, Revelation 3:18, Isaiah 42:16 INTRODUCTION: There are things that exist in the spiritual realm which are hidden from the natural eye. Psalm 119:18 says, “Open thou ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Will Your Key Open?

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

The key to seeing the miracles of God is faith

" WHAT WILL YOUR KEY OPEN?" MARK 5:25-34 HAVE YOU EVER WATCHED THE PRICE IS RIGHT? SOMETIMES I WISH THAT I COULD GO ON THAT SHOW AND WIN ALL THE PRIZES BECAUSE I ENJOY PLAYING ALL THE GAMES. ONE OF THE ONES THAT I LIKE IS CALLED THE MAGIC KEY. YOU HAVE TO GUESS AT THE PRICE OF A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Philadelphia: The Church Of The Open Door Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 31, 2007

Seven Letters to Seven Churches (6th in series).

PHILADELPHIA: THE CHURCH OF THE OPEN DOOR Revelation 3:7-13 INTRO: The church at Philadelphia was a very special church. It was one of the two churches of the seven that didn’t receive any criticism, condemnation, or blame. In fact, Jesus said that the day will come when all will know that “I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

When God Opens The Book Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 7, 2007

Malachi Series - 6 of 6.

WHEN GOD OPENS THE BOOK Malachi 3:16-4:5 INTRO: Tom Dooley, the American physician who became famous as the jungle doctor of Laos, was once asked how he overcame disappointments and setbacks caused by uncaring people. “I simply remind myself of who is really keeping score,” he said. No Christian ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Opening My Mouth Series

Contributed by Eric Bain on May 2, 2007

This sermon challanges people to get over their fear & share their faith with words.

The Power of Opening My Mouth Acts 2:1-40 © 2007 Eric Bain NOTE: This sermon is available in audio format @ www.sanctuary-church.com BI – Do you want to see the power of the Spirit demonstrated in your life? Use words! Last week, week as we studied Acts 1… we learned about three things ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping The Lines Of Communication Open Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 21, 2006

A compilation of verses from Proverbs addressing the importance of communication in the home.

KEEPING THE LINES OF COMMUNICATION OPEN The story is told of a couple who lived in upstate New York, who decided to move to Florida to get away from the cold weather. The husband left a bit early and drove down with their stuff while the wife was finishing up things in New York. When he arrived ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:13

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Your Eyes Open

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Feb 26, 2007

INSTRUCTING CHRISTIANS IN THEIR WALK WITH GOD.

PP0807 DATE KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN! Genesis 13:1-18 Ge 13:14 And the LORD said unto Abram, after that Lot was separated from him, Lift up now thine eyes, and look from the place where thou art northward, and southward, and eastward, and westward: 15 For all the land which thou seest, to thee will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Open Our Doubts

Contributed by Clarence Semonious on Mar 29, 2008

That the hearers be thankful we can believe even if we cannot "see".

When my son was in high school, he left his jacket in his car while he was with friends at a fast food spot. A crowd gathered so he went back to the car. The jacket was gone. He made a report, describing the jacket and said the boys who were in the area went to a certain school. The officer asked ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Philadelphia: The Church Of The Open Door Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Apr 2, 2008

Here was a cutting edge church! They were the original Bb4D church! Is your church a Be Before Doing church?

Revelation 3:7-13 Philadelphia: The Church of the Open Door The Mandate for the City 7a Philadelphia had four directives. First, their mission was to promote Hellenism. Their intent was to advance the culture and civilization of ancient Greece, especially in the period after Alexander the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Open Mouth Insert Foot Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Tonight we start chapter three of the book of James and discover the power of the tongue.

Tonight we start chapter three of the book of James and discover the power of the tongue. We have titled tonight’s message “Open Mouth, Insert Foot.” Have you ever done that? Illustration: Children are good at doing this…of course they don’t realize it because they don’t know any ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Place Of Prayer And The Open Heart

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 3, 2008

Some "musts" for the Christian when it comes to the matter of prayer. 1- We must find God’s place 2- We must listen to God’s Word 3- We must respond to God’s will

INTRO. - ILL.- Shortly after the US Supreme Court outlawed prayer in public schools, a pupil in class heard her teacher sneeze and said, "God bless you." The teacher said, "Cut that out or we’ll both be in trouble." ILL.- One person said, "Now that there’s no more praying in schools, kids will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep Your Eyes Open Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 2, 2008

A study through the book of Jude Part 2 of 4: We need to stay alert against our tendency to slip into “feel good sin.”

ME Open your bibles to the book of JUDE…if you don’t have a bible with you, the ushers will gladly hand you one. [Ushers hand out bibles to any who need them] We’re going to be looking at verses 5-11 today… Let me start by saying that I like things that feel good… • Roller coasters • Warm ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Flinging The Door Wide Open

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jan 26, 2009

The necessity of and activity resulting from the decision to invite Christ into one’s life.

Flinging the Door Wide Open Revelation 3:19-22 HAVE YOU EVER GONE DOOR-KNOCKING? Have you ever been involved in a situation that required you to go to someone’s front door—cold turkey or otherwise? For example: - Census taker - Survey taker - Charitable fund ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:19-22

Denomination: Wesleyan