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  • Ken Pell avatar

    The Gospel's Open Invitation

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 29, 2012
     | 8,150 views

    In Christ alone the longing of the human heart can be satisfied.

    THE GOSPEL’S OPEN INVITATION Rev. 22:16-17 Big Idea: In Christ alone the longing of the human heart can be satisfied. Rev. 22:16 “I, Jesus, have sent my angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the bright Morning Star.” 17 ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "Ephpheta, Be Thou Opened”

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 30, 2018
     | 4,908 views

    We need to get very, very serious about promoting priestly vocations

    Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost Extraordinary Form “Ephpheta, be thou opened,” Jesus said, after groaning, “and immediately his ears were opened, and the impediment to his speech was loosed, and he spoke clearly.” Come to any baptism–as we’ll have here on Saturday the eighteenth, and you’ll hear ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Adversaries At The Open Doors

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 5, 2019
     | 8,454 views

    When you ask God to give you opportunities do not expect the devil to rejoice when He does.

    1 Corinthians 16:9 For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries. 2019 is a great and open door for ministry, The sky is the limit. There are many needs so there is one or two somewhere you can meet whether you are 8 or 88. God is on your side for ministry, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Splitting Heaven Open"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 8, 2015
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     | 6,270 views

    A sermon for Baptism of the Lord Sunday.

    "Splitting Heaven Open" Mark 1:1-11 If you ever watched Sesame Street you might remember the song: "One of these Things is Not Like the Others." There would be a short vignette with, perhaps Cookie Monster looking at four plates of cookies. Three of the plates would have 2 cookies each and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Seals Shall Be Opened!

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020
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    I learned this meaning of Rev 5 and the seals when one of the leaders of “Intercessors for Africa” at the commencement of one of the conferences raised a prayer point from that scripture in the 90s.

    “But one of the twenty-four elders said to me, “Stop weeping! Look, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the heir to David’s throne, has won the victory. He is worthy to open the scroll and its seven seals.” Rev 5:5 in the name of Jesus the seals in your life shall be opened. I learned this meaning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    An Open Door Of The Ark

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 23, 2020
     | 3,263 views

    The society of Noah’s day was completely depraved; it was violent, inclined towards evil, hateful of any trace of goodness, constantly developing evil Imaginations, and except for 8 souls whom God had granted grace to, completely God rejecting.

    An open door of the Ark Psalm 12 1. Genesis 7:1-5 2. (Matthew 25:1-13) And the Lord said unto Noah, Come thou and all thy house into the ark; for thee have I seen righteous before me in this generation. Of every clean beast thou shalt take to thee by sevens, the male and his female: and of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Encounter Of Openness And Truth

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 28, 2019
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     | 3,461 views

    It is God who sets things in motion, and God who opens hearts to the Gospel.

    THE ENCOUNTER OF OPENNESS AND TRUTH. Acts 16:9-15. It is a bit of a cliché, but ‘when God closes one door, He opens another’. This was certainly the experience of Paul and his companions: Silas (cf. Acts 15:40), Timothy (cf. Acts 16:1-3), and Luke (cf. Acts 16:10). We are not told how, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    An Open-Ended Prayer

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 19, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,098 views

    Waiting faith and expectant trust.

    AN OPEN-ENDED PRAYER. Psalm 123:1-4. This is a short, impassioned prayer: a plea for help in the face of adversaries. It begins with adoration, with an abrupt “Unto You…” (PSALM 123:1). This is a song of Ascents and its opening may be paralleled to another: ‘I to the hills will lift ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Heaven Torn Open"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 3, 2018
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     | 9,264 views

    A sermon for Baptism of the Lord Sunday.

    “Heaven Torn Open” Mark 1:4-11 Throughout the Old Testament, from the Fall in Genesis—forward—God is cloaked in mystery. Throughout the wanderings of the Israelites in the wilderness, Moses is God’s mouthpiece through whom God speaks. When the Tabernacle was set up, the Lord led the people by ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A Heart Wide Open Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 11, 2023
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     | 2,327 views

    Message 7 in an expositional series through Paul's "second" letter to the church in the ancient Greek city of Corinth where he defends his apostleship and corrects serious doctrinal errors within this young church.

    On February 24, 1948, one of the most unusual operations in medical history took place at the Ohio State University Department of Surgery Research. A 30-year-old named Harry Besharra was arrested for armed robbery and during his intake it was observed that something was wrong with him physically. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Opening The Door To Fellowship Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 981 views

    As we reflect on Christ's words, may we remember that His correction is born out of love, His persistence is a testament to His longing for us, and the fellowship He offers is a joy beyond measure. Let us open the door of our hearts to Him today and dine with the King of kings.

    Opening the Door to Fellowship Introduction: Begin with a warm greeting to the congregation and introduce the key verses: Revelation 3:19-20 (NLT) - "I correct and discipline everyone I love. So be diligent and turn from your indifference. 'Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Opening Our Hearts

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 5, 2026
     | 128 views

    eter stands in the home of Cornelius, a Roman centurion, and speaks words that would forever change the trajectory of the early church.

    Text: Acts 10:34 - "Then Peter began to speak: 'I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism.'" The Moment of Revelation Peter stands in the home of Cornelius, a Roman centurion, and speaks words that would forever change the trajectory of the early church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Gods Open Invitation Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 7, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 898 views

    This is the 54th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#54] GOD’S OPEN INVITATION Luke 14:15-24 Introduction: This NFL season, Karen has been a Kansas City Chiefs fan; and they have not done well. Since the 2024-2025 season, the Chiefs team has dealt with a distraction- Travis Kelce (Tight End) and Taylor Swift have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Eyes Are Opened

    Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jun 8, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 480 views

    We recognize Jesus Christ through the Scriptures, not through our expectations or desires.

    Have you ever lost something, but only to realize it was right there with you the whole entire time? I remember one time I was speaking to my wife on the phone—we were just talking about random things—when suddenly, I fell into a panic. I frantically started searching and told my wife, “Emily, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Who Opens The Door? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,205 views

    To encourage persistent prayer and faith in God's promise of answering, emphasizing the importance of subordinating our will to God's.

    Good morning, family of God. Today, we're diving into a beautiful passage from the book of Matthew that I believe will resonate with many of us. It's a passage that speaks to the heart of our faith - the power of persistent prayer, the courage of knocking, and the promise of an open door by our ...read more

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