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Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

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Discover the power of consistent prayer, diligent obedience, and sacrificial giving in unlocking God's blessings. Experience an open heaven as you commit to these three simple steps.

When we commit ourselves to seeking the Lord regularly through persistent prayer, obedience, and sacrificial giving, we will begin to experience an open heaven from God. Let's explore three key elements that can help us unlock an open heaven. Isaiah's Cry for an Open Heaven: In Isaiah 64:1-2, the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-14

Topics: Blessing, Prayer, Obedience, Giving

Would You Know Him? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Aug 18, 2023

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Jesus makes average, everyday believers a priority, and through His suffering, He demonstrates His love for us, opening our hearts and minds to the Scriptures.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to dive into an awesome story from the Bible that happened on the same day Jesus came back to life. It's about two regular people, just like you and me, who had an encounter with Jesus that changed their lives. The main idea is that Jesus cares about each one of us, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Topics: Divine Recognition, Messiah Belief, Spiritual Enlightenment, Jesus' Teachings

Jesus Needs The Donkey PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024

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This sermon explores God's divine design in ordinary things, our duty in His plan, and how small actions can open doors to great blessings.

Greetings, beloved congregation! It's a joy to be standing before you today, in this place where we gather to celebrate our unity in Christ, to seek His wisdom and to find solace in His words. As we gather here, let's remember that we are not just a gathering of individuals, but a family, bound ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Topics: God Uses Ordinary Things, Channels

Jesus: The Difference Maker PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

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This sermon encourages self-reflection on our faith journey, challenging us to overcome spiritual blindness and live out our faith with open-mindedness and discernment.

Good morning, beloved congregation. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in faith and purpose, to draw near to Him through His Word. There's a certain warmth, a certain comfort that comes from being among fellow believers, a mutual understanding that transcends our ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1

Topics: Savior

On Seeing The Invisible

Contributed by Charles Holt on Jun 14, 2001

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"Open our eyes, Lord, we want to see Jesus," are the words of a chorus that expresses the desire of all Christians. This study deals with how best to "see" Him.

email: cholt@gt.rr.com ON SEEING THE INVISIBLE By Charles W. Holt "And the LORD said, "You cannot see my face; for no man shall see Me, and live" (Ex. 33:20). "No man hath seen God at any time" (Jn. 1:18; 1 Jn. 4:12). "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God" (Mt. 5:8). Seeing God ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Desires The Fellowship Of His Children, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 3, 2007

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God desires that ongoing and open fellowship exist between him and his children. The need of the hour is that the children of God might hear their heavenly father speaking to them.

Message series, Recognizing the voice of God God desires the fellowship of his children Part 1 Text: John 10:1-5, 22-27 Opening: 1. Read opening story attached about lady w/prophesy for pastor A. What is the desperate need of the hour in which we live? 1. Amid all the voices ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-27

Denomination: Mennonite

Slowing Down Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 28, 2006

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A balanced life can open us to experience the abundant life that God has promised to us. Slowing down is one step in achieving and maintaining a balanced life.

DISCOVER BALANCE JULY 23, 2006 Luke 6:12-19 “Slowing Down” INTRODUCTION We begin a new series of sermons today—“Discover Balance.” For the rest of the summer, we will be examining the topic of how we achieve and maintain balance in our lives. Today we will talk about slowing down. In future ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-19, Luke 6:1

Denomination: Lutheran

The Heart Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Apr 10, 2006

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Today is Palm Sunday, the day when Jesus opened his heart for all to see. In his heart, we see where his true treasure was.

The Heart of Christ Luke 19:29-40. Palm Sunday, April 9, 2006 Back in February, Tony Campolo addressed the National Pastor’s Convention in San Diego, California. He told a story about the pastor in his church (he attends an African American Church in Philadelphia) speaking to the graduating ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-40

Denomination: Methodist

How To Have A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Jared Schroeder on Nov 8, 2006

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It’s easy to take things for granted. To truly have a grateful heart, one needs to get their eyes off of themselves and open to the world around them

How to Have a Grateful Heart Jared Schroeder October 8, 2006 Thanksgiving Sunday Mission Heights Church 2005 Predictions… In 2005, there will be 256 million turkeys raised in the United States. There will be 649 million pounds of cranberries produced. There will be 1.6 billion pounds of sweet ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Mennonite

The Making Of Wise Men Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Oct 11, 2007

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Opening message in Future History: the book of Daniel. The theme of Daniel 1 is how Daniel and friends become "10 times wiser than all the enchanters in the kingdom."

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Fear

Contributed by Don Baggett on Nov 30, 2007

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The opposite of faith is fear. Fear is the fruit of unbelief, and it opens the door of your life to the devil. Sixty three times in the Bible, the Lord used the phrase, “Fear not.”

Faith opens the door of your life to God. Ephesians 2:8 says that our salvation is comes by God’s grace, through our faith. No one could honestly study the ministry of Jesus upon this earth and miss the fact that He honored people’s faith. Hebrews 13:5 says, “Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Reading The Bible Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Mar 5, 2008

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Sometimes reading the Bible can be difficult. Why should we even read it? If if we convince ourselves to open it, where do we start.

***Open the time with all the lights out and the room completely dark. Begin to lightly toss stones up front so that the thud can be heard by the group*** The first five books of the Old Testament are called the Torah which is what the Jews look to as their Bible. The Hebrew word torah meant ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Responding To The Real Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

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To see Jesus for who He really is opens the door to eternal possibilities. But that revelation also requires a response to either reject Him or serve Him as Lord of all.

Responding to the Real Jesus Fortifying the Foundations #2 John 1:1-18 3-9-03 Intro: John 1:1-18 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He was with God in the beginning. 3Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, John 20:31

Denomination: Charismatic

What The Household Holds, Potential Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Feb 15, 2009

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A culture that is open to new gifts, ways and ideas all wrapped up in a new person. you can also listen to this message at www.preaching.co.nr

What does the Household of ECC Hold? I want to Reminded us of the kind of Household God has called us to build here at ECC. A household where people are loved valued and considered vital to the Household of God. God wants us to be a Household of People who know their Purpose in Christ, people who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Will You Be Broken

Contributed by Ryan Davis on Oct 28, 2010

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Matthew 21:33-44 - When God sends messages our way, we are faced with a decision: shoot the messenger, or, with an open heart, accept the message.

Introduction • Throughout His ministry, Jesus had spoken about the time when His hour would come – the hour in which He would be called upon to fulfill His life’s purpose by dying on the cross to save humanity from an eternity in hell. He had always known that His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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