Sermons on Private Doors:

The Matter Of Thomas

Contributed by Laren Whaley on Apr 17, 2023

This morning’s message brings us behind closed doors with the disciples in those bewildering first days after Resurrection.

The Matter of Thomas John 20:19 - 29 (NKJV) 19Then, the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the midst, and said to them, “Peace be with you.” 20When He had said this, He ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29, John 11:8, John 11:16, Psalm 139:6

Denomination: Church Of God

The Birth Of The Church

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jun 15, 2022

FIFTY DAYS AFTER THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS, PETER STOOD IN JERUSALEM, KEYS IN HAND, READY TO UNLOCK AND OPEN THE DOORS OF THE KINGDOM.

HFL APRIL 17, 2009 ACTS 2; 29-41 29“Brothers, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is here to this day. 30But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that he would place one of his descendants on his throne. 31Seeing what was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:29-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking Barriers Through Praise Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 13, 2026

This sermon reveals how praise is a spiritual weapon God uses to shatter barriers, release deliverance, and open supernatural doors.

BREAKING BARRIERS THROUGH PRAISE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 16:25-26 Key Verse:  “And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that the foundations of the prison were shaken…”-  ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Are We To Know Who Our Neighbor Is?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 4, 2025

Take a moment to think about who your neighbor is. It could be someone that may not live next door to you.

How Are We to Know Who Our Neighbor Is? Luke 10:25-37 During the conquest of the northern kingdom of Israel, the remnants of Jews that were left behind intermingled with their conquerors, the Assyrians. Being half Jew and half Gentile, they became known as the Samaritans. They were a mix of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Died In Honor [judges 8.29-8.32] Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 2, 2019

The war having ended, Gideon disbanded his army, and retired to his own house; not that he lived altogether a private life there, but he continued as a judge in Israel, where he was successful in preserving and maintaining their religion and liberties.

Chapter 35 He Died In Honor [Judges 8.29-8.32] GIDEON'S LONG LIFE; HIS DEATH AND BURIAL Scripture 29And Jerubbaal the son of Joash went and dwelt in his own house. 30And Gideon had threescore and ten sons of his body begotten: for he had many wives. 31And his concubine that was in ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:29

Denomination: Baptist

Privacy Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 27, 2021

In Mark 6:32 Jesus departed into a desert place privately. He thought by going to a remote place He could be alone, but the people ran around the lake on foot, and when Jesus landed the crowd was there already waiting for Him.

Jean Paul Sartre in No Exit has three characters in the play who are one by one ushered into hell. To their surprise it is not a place of punishment. There are no demons torturing and inflicting pain. They are left in a moderate size room with a few articles. There are no widows or mirrors, but ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-21

The Worship At God's Throne Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 26, 2015

The Throne and The Lamb, part 5 Revelation 4:1-11 Corporate worship is more important than private worship. Worship is Passionate in Expression (vs. 8-10) Worship Overflows Toward Mission (vs. 10-11)

The Throne and The Lamb, part 5 The Worship at God's Throne Revelation 4:1-11 November 9, 2014 We are in the middle of our series, “The Throne & The Lamb,” based on the Revelation, chapters four and five. Chapter four opens up with the throne in the center of heaven and is the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ruth Scene 4 Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 1, 2013

Christ died on the cross for you; he went to the grave for you; and even today he stands at the door of all people and knocks...notice he doesn’t crash the door, we have to invite Him in, take the gift of eternal life by faith. Ruth gave Boaz permission a

Ruth has come all the way from the land of Moab into the heart and home of Boaz. And we who were one time strangers, far from God, without hope in the world, are now sealed in the heart and home of Jesus. We today have been redeemed into the family of God, and one of these days we are going to live ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

How To Triumph Over Trouble Series

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 4, 2021

A little boy continuously rebelled against his parents. To teach him a lesson, his father told him he would drive a nail into the door of the barn every time he disobeyed. After seeing the nails add up on that door, the son repented of his rebellion. To demonstrate his forgiveness,

Illustration A little boy continuously rebelled against his parents. To teach him a lesson, his father told him he would drive a nail into the door of the barn every time he disobeyed. After seeing the nails add up on that door, the son repented of his rebellion. To demonstrate his forgiveness, the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"reliance In An Age Of Growing Chaos"

Contributed by John Huyser on Apr 24, 2023

Who hasn't pulled into the wrong driveway, knocked on the wrong door, absent-mindedly lifted the handle of the wrong car door or let a ball go astray into another yard? What is triggering all the senseless violence? How do we process this as believers and regain our sense of safety?

Once a month – every 29.5 days according to NASA, we have a full moon where the sun fully illuminates the moon’s visible disk. We observe full moons in the clear nighttime skies without much thought. But long known to those in law enforcement or medicine, full moons can trigger behavioral and ...read more

Queen Esther

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 12, 2024

During Esther's preparation, God had to stop so many other virgins so that she can become the queen. During Esther's preparation, someone could have become Queen. God had to close the door for other virgins but open this specific door for Esther.

Each young woman’s turn came to go in to King Ahasuerus after she had completed twelve months’ preparation, according to the regulations for the women, for thus were the days of their preparation apportioned: six months with oil of myrrh, and six months with perfumes and preparations for ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:12

The Fruit Of Following Him Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012

The people closest to Christ were His disciples. They were His followers. As they followed Him, they experienced an intimate relationship. These men had access to the private life of Jesus. They could see things that many people did not see. Others o

Ice Breaker: Have you let someone down, or has someone let you down? Key verse: 1Corinthians 11:1. INTRODUCTION: The people closest to Christ were His disciples. They were His followers. As they followed Him, they experienced an intimate relationship. These men had access to the private ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Apostolic

Individualism

Contributed by Tim Smith on Jun 16, 2013

We have become captive to the idea that faith is a private matter. In effect, we have bought into society’s value of individualism. Individualism is leading life one’s own way with little to no regard or connection to others

Individualism Joshua 7: 2-12a Imagine somebody courteously asking, “How is your family life?” or “How is your prayer life?” or “Is your thought life pure?” or “How wisely do you use your time?” or as John Wesley would ask Methodists in his day, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-12, Joshua 7:2-12

Denomination: Methodist

What Do Your Eyes See Or Glance At? Series

Contributed by Isaiah Banjo on Nov 30, 2020

Many homes have been destroyed by lack of restraint in sharing information about what they see publicly. There are things meant only for private consumption. You do not expose your secrets to a third party but keep it within your hearts.

Let me start by telling you an interesting and funny piece about some pastors titled, “PASTORS’ PERSONAL PROBLEMS (PPP)” A renowned pastor in diaspora held a crusade and invited two other top preachers from two different countries. After the crusade, the three pastors shared their experiences ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are A Giant-Killer But Don't Know It. Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016

When God chooses a man, He will present that man with an opportunity to vindicate his call before men. David is called by God, but that call is private until God brings him to the surface. Goliath becomes that means of public exposure for David.

Series: David - A Man After God¡¦s Own Heart: Part 5: You Are A Giant Killer But Don¡¦t Know It (1&2) 1 Samuel 17: 1 Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war and assembled at Sokoh in Judah. They pitched camp at Ephes Dammim, between Sokoh and Azekah. 2 Saul and the Israelites assembled ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-47

Denomination: Charismatic