What Happens When You Open the Door?

What does it mean to truly encounter Jesus and to say YES to Him — not just learn about Him, but come face-to-face with Someone who changes everything?

This Easter Sunday, we launch a brand new four-part teaching series: Encountering Jesus. Today's message is built around one of the most personal invitations in all of Scripture:

"Listen! I am standing and knocking at your door. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in and we will eat together." — Revelation 3:20 (CEV)

OPEN THE DOOR and let Jesus in!

David D. Ireland, Ph.D. | Lead Pastor | Christ Church

In this message, we explore:

• What it means that Jesus is standing at the door of your heart

• The stories of two criminals crucified beside Jesus — and why only one responded

• Why encountering Jesus is never passive — it always calls for a decision

Key scriptures: Revelation 3:20 | Luke 23:32-43 | Matthew 27:38-44 | John 3:16 | Isaiah 53