Sermons on Openness To God:

Then God Said

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

Did you read something new in Gods Word this past week? Something familiar with new eyes? Did the Holy Spirit convict you to open your bible and allow God’s Word to speak to you?

Today our key passage is found in Romans 4:17. The purpose of the message today is to remind us that God is not shackled by circumstances or natural barriers. Quick back story as you get to Romans 4:17 • Apparently, Paul had finished his work in the east, and planned to visit Rome on his way to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:17

The Call Of Mary Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on May 7, 2024

Mary is unexpectedly chosen to be the mother of Jesus, the Savior of the world. Despite feeling unprepared, Mary humbly submits to God's plan. Mothers, like Mary, can handle their many roles with grace by having a humble spirit and being open to God's call on their lives.

Hey guys, happy Mother's Day weekend! Today, we're giving a shout-out to all the moms, grandmas, and all the women who make a difference in our lives. You know, life can be like a surprise pop quiz. You think you're ready for math class, and then BAM! You're hit with a history test. That's kinda ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Unexpected Calling, Mary's Journey, Divine Intervention, Life Changes

Advantages And Logic: No Substitute For God's Grace Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 26, 2004

Even people with all the spiritual advantages will not open their hearts to Christ apart from the Sovereign Grace of God.

Advantages and Logic: No Substitute for God’s Grace (Romans 9:1-6a) Romans Review: Chp.1-3:23 The Doctrine of Sin „h Gentiles are lost Sinners „h Jews are lost Sinners „h Everyone is a lost sinner Chap. (3:24) 4-5 The Doctrine of Salvation „h Christ¡¦s atoning death on the cross its objective ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Breaking Barriers Through The Power Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 30, 2025

When God arises, barriers collapse, and gates open. He specialises in making ways where there are no ways.

BREAKING BARRIERS THROUGH THE POWER OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 45:1-3 Supporting Texts: Zechariah 4:6-7, Psalm 18:29, Acts 12:7-10, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Jeremiah 1:18-19 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of barriers—spiritual, emotional, relational, financial, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Call Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 13, 2001

This begins with the historical evidence from the ancient kingdom of Ebla that validates the life of Abraham and then I will look at God’s call. How He used Abram’s humanity, weakness and faith to open the door of God’s purpose.

God’s Call Genesis 11 ends with the genealogy leading up to Abram (later Abraham). Terah took his son Abram and his wife Saria, and grandson Lot and headed toward Canaan. They did not get to Canaan, but dwelled in the city of Haran (which is probably named after Abram’s brother who died after he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-10, James 2:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

When Spiritually Blind Eyes Finally See The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

Opening our eyes to the activity and presence of God around us

"When Blind eyes see" John 9:1-11 (Prayer) The greatest of all healing miracles was the giving of sight to blind eyes and it was reserved as a testimony of the true nature and position of Christ Jesus. When John the Baptist was in prison, he sent his followers to question Jesus if he was ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Make A Deal? Which Door?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 17, 2018

Many think they can play eternal games like LET'S MAKE A DEAL without realizing the choices of the door may have great consequences. Let us study the choices about doors. (This is a several part lesson)

LET’S MAKE A DEAL? FINDING THE OPEN DOOR… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THE LATCH STRING… My Grandfather Hughes was born in 1878 in Lee County, Kentucky. The house was known as THE SUSAN HUGHES HOUSE. It was built in the early 1850’s. It was a log cabin. When I was young, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:6-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Now - Opportunity's Door Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

Yesterday foundation for action, tomorrow power of dream, today action.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. What word do you say most often? ___________________ 2. What is wife’s/husband’s favorite word? ________________ 3. The most powerful thing about yesterday _______________, tomorrow ________________, now _______________. 4. Most powerful word is now: today is the tomorrow you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:9, Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Gives Sight, To Those Who Want It (John 9:1-41) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 8, 2022

Jesus gives physical sight, and spiritual sight. By chapter's end, the only blind ones left are the Pharisees. Have to be open-minded, and know what you don't know.

At this point in the gospel of John, some of you are maybe feeling a little confused. John is not a very easy book. Jesus' words seem complicated-- they are "from above," as he is from above, and we struggle to climb up, and view things from above, and understand them from ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Destiny Doors Pt4 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Jul 28, 2009

When you are on the wrong side of the wrong door what do you do? you can also listen at www.preaching.co.nr

In his autobiography, Just as I Am, Billy Graham tells about a conversation he had with John F. Kennedy shortly after his election: “On the way back to the Kennedy house, the president-elect stopped the car and turned to me. ‘Do you believe in the Second Coming of Jesus Christ?’ he asked. ‘I most ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Clearing The Way-5 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 28, 2015

5 of 7. The psalmist described the means by which a young man was to cleanse his way or make his way straight in the world. One's way is to be properly maintained. But How? Clearing the Way(for Father’s Day) demands sustained..

CLEARING THE WAY-part 5—Psalm 119:9-16 The psalmist described the means by which a young man was to cleanse his way or make his way straight in the world. A young man entering adulthood &/or fatherhood can properly maintain his way in the world. How can a man(person) entering adulthood ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Real You

Contributed by John Perry on Oct 8, 2011

We live in such an image conscious world today which means that many times what we are seeing when we look at other people is not them but an image of what they want to be. So bearing this in mind - Who is the real you?

Bunbury Sun am 2/10/2011 “The Real you” Intro: *** To Tell the Truth…US TV program that has been going in one form or another since 1956. Four celebrities attempt to correctly identify a contestant with an unusual occupation or experience by asking a series of questions or ...read more

Scripture: John 1:41-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus - The Door

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Sep 27, 2020

Jesus is the only one that opens and when He does it cannot be closed.

When God sent His only begotten Son here on earth to save us all. He did it so that we can all come back to Him through His Son Jesus Christ. There was no other way to come back to God except in Jesus and in Jesus the door was opened to His presence again. In Adam the first man the way to God was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6, Proverbs 8:34, 1 Corinthians 16:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is Knocking

Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Oct 26, 2002

AS LOST PEOPLE GO THROUGH LIFE, THERE IS A LOVING SAVIOR WHO PERSISTENTLY AND GENTLY KNOCKS AT THEIR HEARTS DOOR SO THEY CAN BE SAVED.

TITLE: JESUS IS KNOCKING 10/8/02 TEXT: REVELATION 3:14 - 20 INTRO: JESUS HERE IN HIS LETTERS TO THE 7 CHURCHES OF ASIA, SPEAKS TO EACH OF THEM AND WITH EACH CHURCH, HE ADDRESSES A PARTICULAR PROBLEM. 1. 2:1 EPHESUS = DEPARTED, THEY HAD LEFT THEIR FIRST LOVE! 2. 2:8 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Need And Up Lift

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 26, 2011

We all need and up left from time to time.

DO YOU NEED AND UP LIFT Many times we get in a possession we need and uplift. So we need to know where to look for the right answer. God has answers to all our problems. 1. Lift our eyes Matt.17: 8And when they had lifted up their eyes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:8

Denomination: Baptist