Sermons on Passover Door:

Closed Doors And Open Hearts Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 13, 2016

This sermon is a brief survey of Paul's Second Missionary Journey. I try to draw lessons from Paul's experiences that can apply to our journey with God.

Introduction: A. Many years ago, a certain mountain man, by the name of Shorthorn Bill, had become a noted guide in the Montana Territories, but he decided to move to Colorado. 1. Having settled outside Denver, he again began working his trade as a trail guide, principally with wealthy easterners ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Open Doors Of Opportunity (1) Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 21, 2014

Churches can be missional (other-centered) or tribal (self-centered). This first lesson reminds us of the need for awareness of others and opportunities to act on their behal -- in word and in deed.

Before we have our lesson this morning, there are two things I want to bring to your attention for PRAYER. 1. On September 21, there will be a Satanic Meeting in OKC at the Civic Center a. One purpose is to perform blasphemous acts directed against b. Another purpose is God their attempt to combat ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Open Doors Of Opportunity (2) Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 25, 2014

Are we open or closed as a congregation? Is the work and worship about us only or do we include others?

1. St Catherine's Monastery One of the oldest monasteries in the world is Saint Catherine's. Built by Emperor Justinian to protect the monks in the region, St. Catherine's sits at the foot of Mount Sinai in Egypt. The walls are made of granite and are between 8 and 35 meters tall. Up until last ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Philadelphia: The Church With The Open Door

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 9, 2020

Like Smyrna, the Lord offered only encouragement for Philadelphia, with no rebuke. They were a people of little strength, and yet they held great potential. Christ promised to open doors no man could close. He reminded them of His preeminence and the security of their future.

Philadelphia – The Church with the Open Door Revelation 3: 7-13 Philadelphia is the sixth church addressed by Jesus. Like Smyrna, Jesus offered no rebuke, only encouragement for their faithfulness and endurance in the midst of opposition. Jesus knew they were a people of “little strength,” and yet ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

One Door And Only One Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2020

What does it mean for Jesus to be "the door?" And why should that matter to us?

There’s a cute little children’s song about Jesus that goes this way: “One Door, and only one, and yet its sides are two, inside and outside, on which side are you? One Door, and only one, and yet its sides are two, I want the inside - on which side are you? “One Lord, and only one and yet the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Up And Bar The Door

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

a 20th Century Poem that gave me insight.

Get Up And Bar The Door Matthew 6:5 “And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by men. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. 6 But you, when you pray, go into your ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knock On Opportunity’s Door! Series

Contributed by James Bohrer on Sep 6, 2017

Prayer must be foundational to action. When you have prayed, expect God to give you an answer. When He does, get to work on the things you can do and watch God work through you.

Ruth: Knock on Opportunity’s Door! Ruth 3:1-11 1 Then Naomi her mother-in-law said to her, “My daughter, shall I not seek security for you, that it may be well with you? 2 “Now is not Boaz our kinsman, with whose maids you were? Behold, he winnows barley at the threshing floor tonight. 3 “Wash ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

An Opened Door Of Hope And Promise

Contributed by Dr. Steve Newton on Oct 2, 2017

When a door is opened what lies behind the door is revealed. John saw an opened door. What was behind that door?

An Opened Door…..of Hope and Promise "Behold, a door ... opened in heaven" Revelation 4:1 An open door… You may not have thought about it much but you have been walking through doors most all of your life They have been all sizes, all weights, all colors. In John 10:9 Jesus describes himself as ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Open Doors Come With Adversaries

Contributed by John Gaston on May 29, 2024

"For a great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries."It seems like a contradiction, but Paul saw difficult situations as opportunities to speak about Jesus.

OPEN DOORS COME WITH ADVERSARIES 1 Cor. 16:8-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man came up to the preacher after service and said, “That was an excellent sermon, but it was not original.” The preacher was taken aback, for he had written it himself. 2. The man said he had a book at home, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sin Crouches At Our Door

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 4, 2023

Sin desires to destroy. We must rule over sin.

SIN CROUCHES AT OUR DOOR (Outline) July 16, 2023 – Pentecost 7 – GENESIS 4:3-12 INTRO.: In the middle of our text today our theme jumps out at us. “…sin is crouching at the door…” The Lord God warns believers about the danger of sin. We always need to hear the Lord’s warning that sin is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:3-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Will Of God Door Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 6, 2023

What is the will of God?

“And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Romans 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Door Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 6, 2023

Know and apply all the Bible so you can serve the Lord accurately and successfully.

A. WHY MUST YOU STUDY/SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES 1. Determine to know and apply all the Bible so you can serve the Lord accurately and successfully. “Study the Scriptures to know them completely, so you can faithfully serve the LORD correctly and successfully” (2 Timothy 2:15, ELT). 2. Learn the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 John 5:20, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Prayer Door Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 1, 2024

Spiritual direction when facing problems.

A. ASKING GOD’S HELP/DIRECTION WHEN FACING A DECISION 1. You must ask God to help you make the decision. “Ask and you will receive” (Matthew 7:7). 2. You must ask in Jesus’ name (through His personal intercession for you). “You can ask anything in My name and I will do it” (John 14:13, NLT). ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, John 14:13, 1 John 3:22

Denomination: Baptist

Unlocking The Doors Of Divine Help Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025

God is our ultimate helper, and He is always ready to intervene in our lives.

UNLOCKING THE DOORS OF DIVINE HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:1-2 "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Hebrews 4:16, 2 Chronicles 20:12, Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Closing The Door For A Divine Encounter

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025

The widow in 2 Kings 4 teaches us that divine encounters require faith, obedience, and separation. When we shut the door—removing distractions and focusing on God—miracles begin to unfold.

CLOSING THE DOOR FOR A DIVINE ENCOUNTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 "Then he said, Go, borrow thee vessels abroad of all thy neighbours, even empty vessels; borrow not a few. And when thou art come in, thou shalt shut the door upon thee and upon thy sons, and shalt pour ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God