Sermons on The Open Door:

Straight Talk For Saints And Sinners

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

Parable of Mustard Seed & Narrow Door (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Straight talk about the Kingdom (vs 18-22) • illustration #1: like a mustard seed (vs 19). • illustration #2: like yeast (vs 21). (2). Straight talk about salvation (vs 23-33). • Entrance to the Kingdom is not automatic (vs 23-24). • Entrance to the Kingdom is a struggle ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-33

Denomination: Brethren

Surprised By Prayer!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Prayer can open up for us insight into God's will when the way seems dark and uncertain.

Surprised By Prayer! Acts 12:1-19 The popularity of prayer has skyrocketed in recent months. Prayer, talking about prayer, writing about prayer, exploring patterns of prayers and the like have become more prevalent than Tiger Woods' fans at a golf tournament. Prayer has truly come to the forefront ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Gift Of All- John 3:16 Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Dec 18, 2021

Many will be opening unwanted gifts this Christmas, but there is a gift that is the greatest gift that is available to all!

I’m going to present to you, as a present, my gift, or better said God’s gift to you, on the Sunday before Christmas, what would be considered the greatest verse, most widely read and communicated verse in the bible… John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Grace: The Great Escape Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

Grace is God’s ability to declare us to be free from the prison and faith is the only key that unlocks the prison door.

INTRODUCTION One of my favorite WWII movies is “The Great Escape,” released in 1963. My favorite scene is where Steve McQueen, who became a superstar after the movie, escaped from the German soldiers by riding a motorcycle through a field. He jumped a fence on his motorcycle, but was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

Right Or Wrong? - Do All Roads Lead To Heaven? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 16, 2002

Is it impolite to tell people of other faiths that they are wrong?

OPEN: In one of Charles Schulz’s Peanuts comic strips, Linus and Charlie Brown are engaged in serious conversation. “I have a theological question,” says Linus, “When you die, and go to Heaven, are you graded on a percentage or on a curve?” “On a curve, naturally,” Charlie responds. Linus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Motivation From The Lord's Return Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 9, 2005

The Lord’s return should motivate us to service. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and keep open, yo

MOTIVATION FROM THE LORD’S RETURN James 5:7-12 [7] Be patient, therefore, brethren, until the coming of the Lord. Behold, the farmer waits for the precious produce of the soil, being patient about it, until it gets the early and late rains. {8} You too be patient; strengthen your hearts, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: *other

Buried Treasure Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 5, 2022

Jesus tells the parable of a man who sold everything he had to buy a field with hidden treasure in it. What is the treasure, and what does that mean for us?

(This sermon series is based on a book by Randy Alcorn entitled "The Treasure Principle) OPEN: Several decades ago, there was something called the "Iron Curtain." It was an imaginary border between the Communist Soviet Union (and it's satellite nations) and the rest of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Battle For Our Home

Contributed by Andrew Huson on Jul 8, 2004

Designed to open eyes to the enemies attack on our homes and bring a response

Text Judges 6-8 Title: The Battle For The Home Subtitle: Battle Lessons From The Life Of Gideon There is a battle taking place for your home---An all out assault -Your home is in this battle -Ignore it your loosing -Christian homes are loosing battle for marriages/children just like we lost ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith And Science: Is There A Conflict? Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 16, 2003

Faith and science need not be enemies as the Bible is open to authentic research and study.

Faith and science: Is there a conflict? “GOD’s works are so great, worth a lifetime of study--endless enjoyment!” Psalm 111:2 (MSG) “but test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good.” 1 Thessalonians 5:21 (New Living Translation) A. Introduction Today we begin a new series of messages ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Blind Man Sees!

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

Jesus has the power to open the eyes of the blinded if they will but recognize their blindness and ask.

March 12, 2000 John 9 ¡§Blind man sees!¡¨ INTRODUCTION I want you to do something for me. I want you to close your eyes. Now, imagine yourself going about your daily activities this way. The alarm goes off tomorrow morning, but your sudden blindness does not prevent you from being ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Plot Thickens

Contributed by Jeff Poms on Mar 30, 2007

This message is designed to break open the gates of bondage people are locked in.

The Plot Thickens A breakdown of Nehemiah 6 Nehemiah- Consolation, Repentance of the Lord | Governor of Jerusalem Sanballat- enemy in secret Geshem/Gashmu- Rain Storm Tobiah- The Lord is Good or goodness of God Plain of ONO- Grief/Iniquity/ Strength Historical Backgrounds: On July 10, 586 B.C. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-16

Denomination: Vineyard

Seeing The Unseeable

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 8, 2007

Sometimes our spiritual "eyes" have to be "opened" to see the "real" situation.

SEEING THE UNSEEABLE TEXT: ll Kings 6:8-18 II Kings 6:8 18 – “Then the king of Syria warred against Israel, and took counsel with his servants, saying, In such and such a place shall be my camp.” “And the man of God sent unto the king of Israel, saying, Beware that thou pass not such a place; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:8-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Speech

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

Five questions to ask yourself before you open your mouth.

SPEECH Text: Ephesians 4:29 A. Rotten Words 1. Are these words shameful? · Crudeness · Speaking about in a negative way · It’s easy to say bad things about people when they are not around 2. Are these words hurtful? · Yelling at children or spouse · Boy at parent teachers conferences whose dad ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Baptist

A Fire Of Passion Begins With A Spark Of Change Series

Contributed by Dj Castilleja on Jun 11, 2007

In order to create a passion for the Lord we may need to be open to change.

I desire passion in my life especially when it comes to my relationship with God. I hope it is alright to admit there are times when I come to church and passion seems to be lacking. When I speak passion I mean a deep desire, a extreme excitement and a longing love. When Passion is lacking we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"When God Hides His Face"

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Jan 24, 2014

A careful examination of Psalm 13 and the importance of being open and honest with God.

Scripture: Psalm 13 I. Introduction: Have you ever felt that God was giving you the “silent treatment”? What is the Lord’s purpose for not immediately answering prayer? How should you respond when God seems distant? II. Message A. Examples of God’s Silence 1. Mary and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal