Sermons on The Open Door Church:

A Good Evangelist Always Listens Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 16, 2023

He was convinced of the truth of the Gospel, and felt alright recruiting people to Christ despite what he did not know about His teaching.

Saturday of the 6th Week in Easter 2023 There are Christians who sincerely believe that the early Church existed only in local congregations who typically met in the homes of members. In other words, that shortly after Jesus returned to the right hand of the Father, after He had told His apostles ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-28, Acts 18:23-28

Denomination: Catholic

Our Spiritual Family

Contributed by Jim Keegan on May 25, 2023

Jesus created the Church as the spiritual family we all need on our faith journey. And just as strong families are the building blocks of a healthy society, our spiritual families are equally foundational to living a richer life in the Kingdom of God.

(Read text.) A true story: a missionary was under house arrest in China when soldiers came one day and said, “You can return to America.” As he and his wife were celebrating, the soldiers added, “But you can only take 200 pounds with you.” They had lived there for several years with their two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:46-50

Mail Call: Ephesus Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 18, 2023

A look at the 7 letters to the churches and what that means for us.

Mail Call: Ephesus Revelation 2:1-7 February 19, 2023 Have you ever had someone looking over your shoulder trying to see what you were reading? Maybe you’re on a crowded plane and the person sitting next to you is as engrossed in your book as you are. Or you’re enjoying a cup of coffee, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Study In Revelation Chapter 2

Contributed by Jack Martin on Feb 20, 2023

A study into the book of Revelation as we see our world radically changing.

The Study of end time prophecy is one that needs to be carefully approached because to falsely interpret what God has foretold even innocently is a very dangerous thing. 2 Now, brethren, concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our gathering together to Him, we ask you, not to be soon ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Smyrna And Pergmos Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 26, 2024

To the angel at the church in Smyrna write.....

January 27, 2024 Today we will discuss churches 2 and 3 – Smyrna and Pergamos Smyrna (2:8-11 - shortest message) Smyrna (modern-day Izmir, Turkey) was a Greek city located about 35 miles northwest of Ephesus on a narrow isthmus on the Aegean coast. The City • Had a major seaport and was an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Hope In Our Valleys SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

AND IF THE BONES IN THAT VALLEY CAN LIVE THAT MEANS THERE IS HOPE FOR THE BONES IN OUR VALLEY TODAY. AND YOU DO KNOW THAT THERE ARE SOME BONES IN OUR VALLEYS.

Today, we will explore the powerful story of the prophet Ezekiel's encounter in the valley of dry bones. This valley symbolizes a place of distress and hopelessness. However, amidst the dry bones, God poses a question to Ezekiel: "Can these bones live?" Let us delve into this passage and uncover ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-5

Topics: Church Attendance, Hope, Faith

On Membership Part Two Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 17, 2023

the Bible clearly teaches that Christians are members of the Body of Christ. But is local church membership Biblical? We examine this in this study. This is not a typical sermon, but more of a Bible study lesson for our congregation.

In doing some serious study on membership and what that looks like in the Church at a local level one encounters a potential problem. It just isn’t there. That’s not to say it is bad, wrong, or sinful to have formal membership rolls, as having such is very practical and quite helpful to local ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28, Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

If Satan Could Change History

Contributed by Eric Smith on Jun 1, 2005

Eye opener to if satan had the opportunity to change history, what would some of the things be that he would tamper with?

If Satan Could Change History Rev. Eric D. Smith Acts 2:1-4 1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2 And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3 And there ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Apostolic

Can Anything Good Come Out Of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church?

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Jan 19, 2009

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany preached at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon 1/18/09. It plays off Nathaniel’s question in the text "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?"

“Can anything good come out of Nazareth?” That’s quite a question for Nathaniel to be asking this morning, isn’t it? If you were from Nazareth, you might hear that as quite an insult. Just imagine someone you just met asking where you were from, and you say you’re from Audubon, Iowa, and they ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Christian Enticement Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

Pergamum is known as The Compromising Church. We will look at the strengths of this church / Subtle Seduction of this church / Standard for the church.

Christian Enticement Revelation 2:12-17 12 "To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of him who has the sharp, double-edged sword. 13 I know where you live-- where Satan has his throne. Yet you remain true to my name. You did not renounce your faith in me, even in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The King Of Glory Comes In

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Sep 12, 2020

The earth is the Lord's. The Lord will return and enter our world as king of glory and mighty warrior. Ancient doors should lift up their heads in anticipation, and so should we.

Psalm 24 INTRODUCTION This month I’m going to take a look at three psalms: Psalms 24, 69 and 119. Today, we’ll look at Psalm 24. The words of the psalm are really moving: ‘Lift up your heads, you gates; be lifted up, you ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in…’ We can ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Paul Goes To Athens Lesson 44 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Paul goes to Athens

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Berean Christians accompanied Paul to Athens because they were concerned for his safety. 2. In the province of Achaia, Paul ministered to Athens and Corinth, but preached the same message of the gospel. a. Athens – philosophy, center of science, arts and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:15-34

Denomination: Baptist

Pray Confidently Because God Is Good! Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 29, 2007

We can pray confidently. God loves to answer our prayers and can because Jesus Christ opens the Throne Room to us.

If I did a survey of the people in this room today about the way you pray, I would most likely discover some common things -- – the majority of you wish you knew how to pray more effectively, and – many of you would admit to praying hardly at all. I was well into my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Did We?

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jan 31, 2010

This message helps the church ask why we do the acts of mercy we do? What is our motive? Last in a series of 4, we are reminded that all opportunities of service are to be done as though we are doing them for the Master Himself!

Introduction Today, we end our study of preparation for the Vision of our church for the year 2010. We’ve talked about: 1. Recognizing the Open Doors (Rev. 3:7-8) 2. Effective Prayer (Col. 6:2-6) 3. Effective Giving (2 Cor 8:1-15) And now today the question, “When Did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40

Denomination: Baptist

"Come On In!"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 27, 2002

Through Jesus’s death and resurrection the way has been opened for all people who will trust in His saving work to draw near to the Father.

Come On In Hebrews 10:19-25 Security is a huge topic of conversation today. Security has always been a concern for any society. Armies have protected the interests of their nation. Surveillance cameras have protected the interest of business owners. Security systems have protected the inhabitants ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ