Sermons on Openness To God:

5: Speaking The Truth In Love Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Oct 25, 2019

Churches can become deeply dishonest as we fear to talk about the deepest longings and pains in our hearts. We grow when we dare to be honest together.

Back in 1997 a Jim Carey movie came out called Liar, Liar. Carey plays the title role. He is an attorney, a very successful attorney. But the movie opens with his little boy at school on the day when the children are giving reports on what their fathers do, and his son announces, “My daddy’s a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Reflections On Ascension Day

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on May 13, 2021

Ascension is an important even after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We need to understand it, study the dynamics and experience the blessings of the day.

We celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ in grand style. When it comes to Ascension and Pentecost, we seem to be slow on it. These events are at the heart of our Christian faith. The Ascension is clearly expressed in the Apostles’ Creed in the section that said “He ascended into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20, Luke 24:46-53, Acts 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Messiah Of Invitation Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 29, 2010

Jesus invitation goes out to everyone, and all who respond to it will be saved.

A Messiah of Invitation Text: Matthew 11:25-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: How do you feel about people? A pastor arranged for a gathering of the women’s auxiliary. It was to be a garden party on the church lawn, under the old oak. At the last moment, the morning of the party, Mrs. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Methodist

Tough Questions For Churches Today. Series

Contributed by David Rinkes on Nov 8, 2022

Tough questions for Churches “Is it working?” and “How do we know?”. We want to help disciples grow, but it’s difficult to know if we are helping through the growth of the church these days.

Job 19:23-27 19:23 "O that my words were written down! O that they were inscribed in a book! 19:24 O that with an iron pen and with lead they were engraved on a rock forever! 19:25 For I know that my Redeemer lives, and that at the last he will stand upon the earth; 19:26 and after my skin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46

Denomination: Methodist

The Church Of Philadelphia: Words Of Praise To A Faithful Assembly (Revelation 3:7-13)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 13, 2024

The sixth church that Jesus addressed received no words of rebuke or chastisement. It was faithful to the Gospel, open to opportunities, and be delivered from its enemies and the coming hour of trial upon the world.

The seven churches of Revelation 2-3 were literal, authentic, verifiable places of worship in the region of Asia Minor within the boundaries of the Roman Empire. These churches are not the product of allegory, nor are they tales of mystics and sages of ancient days. There is nothing written in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:12, Luke 12:8, Romans 10:9, 1 John 2:23, 1 John 4:15, Revelation 3:7-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuke The Wicked And Blessing Will Come

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2015

To show the mentality of the bible is rebuke the wicked, there's a blessing. Protect the wicked and curse will follow.

I. EXORDIUM: Have you been blessed by GOD for rebuking someone? Yes, many times. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the mentality of the bible is rebuke the wicked, there's a blessing. Protect the wicked and curse will follow. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 24:24-25 (Amplified ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

In God We Trust

Contributed by Dr. Bruce Northam on Apr 17, 2020

More than just a motto on our currency, In God We Trust is a motto for life. No matter who you are, where you are, or what circumstance you find yourself in, He is available, and His arms are open wide to deliver hope, help, stability and peace. He receives everyone who runs to him.

In God We Trust Psalm 91 On July 30, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed into law a bill declaring “In God We Trust” to become the nation's official motto. Under the legislation, Congress further mandated that the phrase be printed, in capital letters, on every domination of U.S. paper ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A New Thing: Embracing God’s Transformative Work Isaiah 43:19 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 4, 2024

Isaiah 43:19 is a powerful reminder of God's promise to do something new in our lives. As we explore this scripture, let's open our hearts to the transformative truth God wants to reveal today.

A New Thing: Embracing God’s Transformative Work Isaiah 43:19 Introduction: Today, we turn to the book of Isaiah, specifically Isaiah 43:19. This verse is a powerful reminder of God's promise to do something new in our lives. As we explore this scripture, let's open our hearts to the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 4:19, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Take The Hand Of The Master..

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 4, 2012

The masters hand is out to you today

TAKE THE HAND OF THE MASTER.. Psalms 22: 16For dogs have compassed me: the assembly of the wicked have inclosed me: they pierced my hands and my feet. 1. Pierced for our sins Psalms 22: 16For dogs have compassed me: the assembly of the wicked have inclosed me: they pierced my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:16

Denomination: Baptist

Knock, Knock

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jun 5, 2013

OPEN THE DOOR! LET CHRIST IN!

KNOCK, KNOCK INTRODUCTION: JOHN, THE WRITER OF REVELATION, SENT SEVEN LETTERS TO VARIOUS CHURCHES. SOME CHURCHES WERE COMPLIMENTED; SOME WERE NOT. THE LAODICEA CHURCH WAS NOT COMPLIMENTED, RATHER, REBUKED (REVELATION 3: 15). SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: REVELATION 3: 20 (NKJV) BEHOLD, I STAND AT THE ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Les Portails Doivent Être Ouvertes (The Gates Must Be Opened - French) Series

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 11, 2022

Si ces portes restent fermées, cela limitera notre service à Dieu ; mais lorsque ces portes sont ouvertes, nous aurons une croissance exponentielle de l'église, une amélioration de ses finances et d'abondantes bénédictions.

LES PORTAILS DOIVENT ÊTRE OUVERTES "Après avoir passé la première et la deuxième circonscription, ils arrivèrent à la porte de fer qui mène à la ville, et qui s'ouvrit d'elle-même ; ils sortirent et traversèrent une rue, et ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:10, Mark 7:34-35, Isaiah 60:11, Revelation 2:25, Psalm 126:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Las Puertas Deben Ser Abiertas Series

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 11, 2022

Si estas puertas permanecen cerradas, limitará nuestro servicio a Dios y obstaculizará el cumplimiento de nuestro destino; pero cuando estas puertas se abran, tendremos un crecimiento exponencial de la iglesia, mejores finanzas y abundantes bendiciones.

LAS PUERTAS DEBEN SER ABIERTAS "Cuando pasaron la primera y la segunda sala, llegaron a la puerta de hierro que conduce a la ciudad, la cual se les abrió por sí misma; salieron y pasaron por una calle, y en seguida el ángel se alejó de él" (Hechos 12:10) Vamos ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:10, Mark 7:34-35, Isaiah 60:11, Revelation 2:25, Psalm 126:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dapat Bukas Ang Gate Series

Contributed by James Dina on Jan 12, 2022

Kung mananatiling sarado ang mga pintuang ito, malilimitahan nito ang ating paglilingkod sa Diyos ; ngunit kapag nabuksan ang mga pintuan na ito, magkakaroon tayo ng napakalaking paglago ng simbahan, pagpapabuti ng pananalapi ng ating simbahan at masaganang pagpapala.

DAPAT BUKAS ANG GATE “Nang makalampas sila sa una at ikalawang ward, sila ay dumating sa pintuang-bakal na patungo sa lungsod; na nagbukas sa kanila sa kaniyang sariling kusa: at sila'y lumabas at nagdaan sa isang lansangan; at kaagad na umalis ang anghel sa kanya” (Mga Gawa 12:10) Itutuloy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:10, Mark 7:34-35, Isaiah 60:11, Revelation 2:25, Psalm 126:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fugitive Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 16, 2016

When we are going through hardships, remember God is in you and with you. Keep the line with God open. Keep faith with Him through submission.

David is on the run for his life. He received a clear signal from his friend Jonathan that his father King Saul is bent on killing him. [Read] 1 Sam 21:1-9 – NOB David went to NOB and met a priest Ahimelech. He has nothing with him so he requested for bread and for a weapon to defend ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gates Of Heaven

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 24, 2008

Jacob wrestled with issues of faith. Would he take the God of his father and grandfather to be his God? As Jacob was running from his brother Esau, God opened up to him the gates of heaven.

Introduction Look at story of Jacob’s dream- general sense/what is God saying/doing in the earth now, here at COTR. Jacob’s Dream Gen 28:10-22 Gen 28:10 (who were Abraham, Isaac, Esau?) Jacob- on a journey by himself, alone, apart from family, running for his life. Jacob- deceiver- facing the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Charismatic