Sermons on Private Doors:

Dealing With Defeat Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 5, 2025

What happens when we lose God's presence?

A. ONE MAN’S SIN DEFEATED MANY: JOSHUA 7, 8 1. One person’s sin leads to total defeat (7:1-11). Not his influence on godly people, but his influence on God. 2. One private sin hurts you and others. “The men of Ai smote (Israel) them” (7:5). 3. Private sin begins with what you see. “I saw a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Open Doors Close Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 17, 2013

Start of the 2nd missionary journey - Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A New Partner (15:40-41): (2). A New Helper (16:1-5): (3). A New Vision (16:6-10) (4). A New Convert (16:11-15) SERMON BODY: Ill: • One day when C.S. Lewis was in the tool shed in his garden. • And he noticed a sunbeam shining across the shed. • And it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-5

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus’ Private Prayer Life - Mark 1:35-39 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 1, 2023

The fact that we are told of the circumstances of Jesus’ prayer but not the content shows that it’s recorded as an example for us to follow.

Mark 1:35 Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed. 36 Simon and his companions went to look for him, 37 and when they found him, they exclaimed: “Everyone is looking for you!” 38 Jesus replied, “Let us go ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Are Only A Few Going To Be Saved? The Answer Isn't Cheap

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 18, 2022

Salvation isn't as easy as one might think. Jesus answer is surprising.

8.21.22 Luke 13:22–29 22 He went on his way from one town and village to another, teaching, and making his way to Jerusalem. 23 Someone said to him, “Lord, are only a few going to be saved?” He said to them, 24 “Strive to enter through the narrow door, because many, I tell you, will try to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Divine Opening Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 22, 2025

A divine opening is a supernatural opportunity orchestrated by God to grant access, breakthrough, or fulfilment of His promises. It signifies a door opened by God's power that cannot be hindered or shut by human effort.

Title: DIVINE OPENING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:8 “I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 22:22; 1 Corinthians 16:9; John 10:9; Acts 16:26; Psalm 24:7 INTRODUCTION: A divine opening is a supernatural ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:8, John 10:9, Acts 16:26, Psalm 24:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Messiah Who Restores Relationships Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 21, 2011

If we confront people in the right way it will foster restoration.

A Messiah Who Restores Relationships Text: Matt. 18:15-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Life without confrontation is directionless, aimless, passive. When unchallenged, human beings tend to drift, wander and stagnate. Confrontation is a gift, a necessary stimulation to jog one out of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

"Always Use The Front Door"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Feb 8, 2005

Life is tough. Everyone is looking for a "door of escape." In this chapter, Solomon mentions two "woman." You have a choice. The Harlot? (Verese 5-27) Or Chirst? (Verses 1-4) Choose Christ as your "door of escape!"

“Always use the front door.” Introduction: Life is tough… Everyone is looking for a door of escape. The Boss has been unfair to you. The wife seems unreasonable. The children are intolerable. Your Church is in a mess. Life is tough. You want out... We want to escape from reality… Not all ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Door Knobs And Light Switches Series

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Feb 19, 2005

Doing God’s work in man’s ways

Door Knobs and Light Switches (Doing God¡¦s Work Man¡¦s Way) TEXT: James 4:1-4 OBJECTS: 1 Door Knob, 1 Wall Switch 1 From whence come wars and fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members? 2 Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

When God Shuts The Door

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Feb 20, 2003

Noah could build,he could preach,he could bear the ridicule and mocking of the people. But, as strong as he was there was one thing he could not do. He could not shut the door.

Among the millions of people in Noah’s time, Noah stood alone in his faith,and God did not forget him. God waited to bring destruction "while the ark was preparing". (1Peter 3:20). Every man was invited to enter the ark, none were refused admittance. (1) The Ark Is A Signal To the Sinner (A) ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-14, Genesis 7:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming Through The Open Door Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 7, 2003

6th in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

OVERCOMING THROUGH THE OPEN DOOR REVELATION 3:7-13 INTRODUCTION: The church we have before us today is a church doing things right. A church with a positive presence in its community and in its world. A church, which by this account also breaks many of the so-called characteristics of what today ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Shut The Doors

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 7, 2003

Worship takes many forms. Understanding why we do it helps with how we do it.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships --------------------------------------------- "Oh, that one of you would shut the temple doors, so that you would not light useless fires on my altar! I am not pleased ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:10

Denomination: United Methodist

I Stand At The Door And Knock

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 11, 2005

God wants to enter into a realtionship with us, but God never forces himself upon us. God always waits for us to open the door.

Revelation 3:20 “I Stand at the Door and Knock” INTRODUCTION Often we find ourselves questioning God’s moment, or lack of movement, in our lives and in our world. · We wonder why God didn’t move more aggressively these past weeks and keep people safe and protected from the effects of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Lutheran

God Has An Open Door

Contributed by James May on Jul 13, 2003

John saw and open door into Heaven. Jesus has swung wide the door to Heaven for all who do as John did and "Come Up Hither".

GOD HAS AN OPEN DOOR FREEDOM! Isn’t that a wonderful sounding word? The full meaning of freedom is more than we can comprehend and often taken for granted until freedom is lost. Words can never describe the wonderful feeling of being set from bondage that limits our ability to enjoy life to the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Is The Door For His Sheep

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 4, 2004

EASTER 4(A) - Jesus is the door for his sheep. Jesus’ sheep listen to his voice and Jesus’ sheep follow his footsteps.

JESUS IS THE DOOR FOR HIS SHEEP John 10:1-10 - May 2, 2004 – EASTER 4 JOHN 10:1-10 1"I tell you the truth, the man who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2The man who enters by the gate is the shepherd of his sheep. 3The watchman ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Who's Knocking At Your Door?

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 24, 2004

The Apostle John paints a beautiful picture of God’s desire for mankind pertaining to their salvation through the LORD Jesus Christ standing at the door of the sinner’s heart and knocking.

“WHO’S KNOCKING AT YOUR DOOR?” Revelation 3:20 1. Christ’s Sobering POSITION/PATIENCE. (v. 20a) Behold I stand at the door, and knock: Song of Solomon 5:2-6; Luke 12:36; Matthew 7:7-8; 25:1-13; James 5:9; Romans 2:4; 2 Peter 3:9; Luke 11:9-10; 13:25; Ezekiel 34:16 2. Christ’s Simple PLEA. (v. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Baptist