Church of The Open Door Sermons

Jesus Is _______? “Misunderstood” John 7:1-13 Everybody has an opinion about who Jesus is. Most misunderstand Him. 1. Jesus is dangerous and should be silenced 2. Jesus is a commodity that needs to be marketed 3. Jesus is convicting and so is hated 4. Jesus is a good man who should be admired 5. Jesus is a deceiver who should be exposed 6. Jesus is a polarizing figure who reveals what people believe 7. Jesus is a. the Messiah, the Son of God b. the Lamb […]

Hungry “Words of Life” John 6:60-64 1. The words of Jesus can seem hard to understand or accept. Our spiritual condition affects how we hear. Our spiritual maturity affects how we hear. 2. The words of Jesus must be fully digested into our lives. His words must be heard, believed, absorbed and obeyed. His words will change you and give you life. 3. The words of Jesus are life because they are full of the Spirit. The Holy Spirit is […]

Hungry “Hungry For More?” John 6:41-59    Where Does True Life Begin? vv. 41-42 True Life Begins With God vv. 43-46 True Life Begins When We Believe vv. 47-52 True Life Is Dependent Upon Jesus vv. 53-58 When We Hunger For True Life, We Hunger For Jesus. LifeGroup Questions: Applying the Teaching to Our Life Why is daily connection with the Bread of Life so vitally important? What are needs that you are dependent upon for the standard of life […]

Hungry “Give Us This Day, Our Daily Bread” John 6:22-40 We Were Made To Eat Daily. Our Daily Hunger Can Drive Us You Must Daily Eat Bread– Bread That Spoils or Bread That Sustains True Bread Is From Heaven True Bread Is Jesus True Bread Satisfies True Bread Brings Life Jesus, The True Bread, Fulfills Us Daily. LifeGroup Questions: Applying the Teaching to Our Life What are some of your daily habits/routines that you never seem to miss? How do […]

42 Days Without Fear “The One Fear You Need to Keep Near” Genesis 22: 1-14 Abraham was faithful and obedient. The fear of the Lord teaches you: Your true name God defines you. Not life Your true mission You’re not here for people to love you. You’re here to love people. Your true reality Don’t call it like you see it. Call it like God says it. Your true needs We just need Jesus. LifeGroup Questions: Applying the Teaching to […]

42 Days Without Fear “Coming Out of the Cave” Fear of Facing Conflict – 1 Samuel 14: 1-15 “Come, let’s go” Courage is cancelled in the cave. “Nothing can hinder the Lord from saving…” Fear falls at Jesus feet. “I am with you heart and soul” Courage grows through connection “Let them see us” Courage demands vulnerability LifeGroup Questions: Applying the Teaching to Our Life 1. What was your favorite video game (or board game) growing up? 2. We all […]

42 Days Without Fear “Overcoming Fear” Psalm 118:1-29 1. Our fears become smaller as God becomes larger in our lives.         • God’s love is so big and faithful it overcomes our fear.         • God’s presence is so big and powerful it shrinks our fear.         • God’s name is so great and awesome it conquers our fear.         • God’s power is so big and strong […]

42 Days Without Fear “Fear of Bridges” Acts 17:16-34 You can know how to live without knowing why we live. You can worship a god and not worship the one and only God. You can rejoice in the midst of negativity. You can put up walls that keep people from God or you can build bridges that lead them to Him. You can live a life that leads people to becoming like Christ. LifeGroup Questions: Applying the Teaching to Your […]

42 Days Without Fear “Fear of Failure” Numbers 13:25-32 Three Truths 1. Life is filled with uncertainty. — Focus on the obstacles: the result is fear. 2. Nothing can happen that God can’t use. 3. Because God is God, there’s no reason to be afraid of tomorrow. — Focus on God, the result is hope. You are no longer a slave to fear. You are a child of God. LifeGroup Questions: Applying the Teaching to Your Life 1. What thing were […]

42 Days Without Fear “Facing Your Fears” John 6:16-21 1. Everybody is afraid of something. 2. Everybody’s fears are different. 3. Everybody’s fears have power. Adversity blinds us; fear controls us. 4. Everybody needs help interrupting their fear. Jesus interrupts our fear: a. with His word. b. with His presence. “I will fear no evil for You are with me.” LifeGroup Questions: Applying the Teaching to Our Lives 1. What are your biggest fears? 2. Have you ever been completely […]