Sermons on Private Doors:

The Gospel- No More, No Less

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

The gospel is God-made and God-revealed, is a gospel of grace, and should not be added to with works-righteousness.

Galatians 1:11-2:16 Intro- no other gospel 1. God-made object (1:11,12) • Truth about God can only be revealed not deduced or calculated • Jesus is God’s self-revelation (Hebrews 1:1-3) • Why should Paul want to reiterate this? 2. Gamekeeper turned fisher (1:13-24) • Paul’s previous ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 10, 2017

We need to thank God for all we have.

Thanksgiving 2 Thess.1: 1 Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: 2 Grace unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is meet, because ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Star That Leads The Way

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jan 2, 2016

There is no map to help us find Jesus and there is no star to follow, but we do have the Bible. We can find the way to Jesus by reading God's Holy Word! The Bible is the map and star that will lead to Jesus.

Good morning boys and girls! Did you have a good Christmas? Did you get lots of gifts? Did any of you go on a trip over Christmas? How did you get there? Did you have to get directions? How did you get them? Did you ask someone? Did you go online and get directions? Did your parents use a GPS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Christ Who Energizes

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 19, 2022

Did you notice the words “I toil with all HIS energy”? Yes the source of our ENERGY is God!

Christ Who Energizes Him [Christ] we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ. For this I toil, struggling with all his energy that he powerfully works within me. (Colossians 1:28–29) This passage is too wonderful, I pray that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Top Ten Pieces Of Advice For Newlyweds.

Contributed by Peter Pilt on May 5, 2019

Here are some pieces of advice for couples that have just got married.

Somewhere in the last couple of years I went from being a newlywed to being married 26 years. Not sure how or when this happened but 26 years is a long time. So after being married for a couple of decades, here are my Top Ten Pieces of Advice for Newlyweds. Learn how to deal and resolve conflict ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2, 1 Peter 4:8, John 15:12, Genesis 1:27-28, Malachi 2:14-15, Ephesians 5:25-33, Ecclesiastes 4:12, Mark 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do Not Commit Theft,robbery, Stealing Or Burglary Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 22, 2019

The ten countries with the largest population in the world are first being China, the second country in the world with the most population is India, and United States is the 3rd populated country in the world and Indonesia is the fourth populated country in the world.

According to crime statistics by the world, the United States is the first country in the world for highest crime next to the United Kingdom. In America, the crime clock continues to click: one murder every 22 minutes, one rape every 5 minutes, one robbery every 49 seconds, and one burglary every ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15, Ephesians 4:28, Deuteronomy 5:19

The Limits Of Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical grounds for limiting reconciliation, particularly in cases where a wrongdoer remains unrepentant.

Reconciliation is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith. We are called to forgive one another, just as God in Christ forgave us (Ephesians 4:32). However, there are situations where reconciliation may not be possible or wise. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical grounds for limiting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:14-15, Matthew 18:15-17, Ephesians 4:32

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jun 27, 2023

There should be a balance between asking and thanksgiving. We must continually give thanks to God in our speech, songs and prayers

THANKSGIVING We shall discourse about the reasons for thanksgiving. There should be a balance between asking and thanksgiving. We must continually give thanks to God in our speech, songs and prayers, Psalm 50:5, 69:30-31, Heb13:15, we are commanded to give thanks to God and we have examples of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beyond Sunday Production Message Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 28, 2016

esus loves and cares for His people and this world way Beyond just Sunday morning service. He wants the church to care for the people around us His way!

Beyond Sunday a CHC Production: Jesus cares about you! - Beyond Sunday! Thesis: Jesus loves and cares for His people and this world way Beyond just Sunday morning service. He wants the church to care for the people around us His way! T.S. – Scripture is filled with references to how Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Grow In Intimacy With God By Asking Him Questions.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 21, 2001

Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Genesis 18:20-32 Title: “We grow in intimacy with God by asking Him questions.”

Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Genesis 18:20-32 Title: “We grow in intimacy with God by asking Him questions.” In verses eleven to fifteen we have the scene of Sarah’s laughing at the very idea, God’s questioning her about her doubts and Sarah’s denial she laughed at all. In ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:20-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Worthy Of Double Honor Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

# 10 in series on 1 Timothy this message deals with how we are to honor those who serve in leadership of the local church.

Living for Christ in a Confused and Confusing World A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon # 10 The Office of Pastor 1Timothy 5:17-25 In our last study we examined the first part of chapter five (5:1-16). This part of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Disciples Downfall

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 22, 2001

The outline is origional the illustrations are assorted from internet browsing.

A Disciples Downfall Mark 9:25-35 Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ September 22, 2001 One day God was looking over creation and He decided that He wasn’t really happy with the way things turned out. So He called the 3 most powerful men on earth, George Bush, Vladamir Putin and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:25-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Restoring Foundational Truths Of Our Sexuality Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 10, 2009

To reach what is good, perfect, and pleasing…including what is good, perfect, and pleasing (fulfilling) as sexual beings… involves transforming our perceptions. In this case it may mean deciding that the movies and magazines really can’t tell us who we re

Restoring Foundational Truths of Our Sexuality Series: Restoring the Gift of Our Sexuality Brad Bailey – March 22, 2009 Intro – This past week my wife was facilitating a group of mothers who have been discussing sexuality… and in this particular week… imparting healthy sexuality to children ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Admonishing One Another" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 11, 2008

Sermon 2 in the Love As Christ Loved Us series

When I preached the previous sermon of this ‘one another’ series, I said that our repetitious theme would be, LOVE AS CHRIST LOVED US. My wife’s comment to me during lunch afterwards was, “That’s the harshest sermon on love I’ve ever heard”. Anyone reading this who was there, may remember ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14

Denomination: Orthodox

Do You Gossip?

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 9, 2010

Most Christians don't take the sin of gossip seriously. Here is what the Word says about it.

The Sin Of Gossip Proverbs 11:13 “13A gossip goes around telling secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence. You and I don't take the sin of gossip as seriously as we ought. Gossiper or Encourager? Do you remember an Olympic skier by the name of Picabo Street. Picabo ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God