Church of The Open Door Sermons

Reading God’s Word: Luke 2:25-52; Psalm 48 Memorizing God’s Word: Ephesians 5:2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Meditating on God’s Word: Luke 2:29-30 “Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation…” Praying God’s Word: “Lord Jesus, Simeon’s prayer at the sight of his Messiah carries incredible meaning as we enter Holy Week. Tomorrow is Palm Sunday, when you entered Jerusalem triumphant and lowly. By Thursday, you stood silent before your accusers. Friday, on the darkest day in history, you willingly bore the cross for my sin. The silence of Saturday was deafening, with every hope buried in the tomb. But Sunday—that glorious, eternity-changing, hell-trembling Sunday—you rose victorious! And in all of this we say, ‘Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, our eyes have seen your salvation!’ Like Simeon, move us by your Spirit to behold our Savior. Amen.”

Reading God’s Word: Luke 2:1-24; Psalm 47 Memorizing God’s Word: Ephesians 5:2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Meditating on God’s Word: Luke 2:10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Praying God’s Word: “Jesus, as we read Luke 2, we can’t help but remember one of the most beautiful names you’re given in Scripture. The name that calms our fears and fills the troubled heart with peace—Immanuel, God with us. Other names tell us you’re powerful and sovereign, preexistent and eternal, but the best reason we have to let go of our fears today is because you’re Immanuel. The Alpha and the Omega has come near, and that is such good news! Thank you, Lord!”

Reading God’s Word: Luke 1:57-80; Psalm 46 Memorizing God’s Word: Ephesians 5:2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Meditating on God’s Word: Psalm 46:10 He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Praying God’s Word: “Lord, Psalm 46 paints a world in chaos—nations in uproar and kingdoms falling. We know that world all too well. But while the chaos hasn’t changed in 3,000 years, neither has our God. You are still the Lord Almighty, an ever-present help to your people. Help us find the stillness within the swirling noise., and remind us of what is most true in the world: You are God. You are at work, and you will be exalted in all the earth. We take a deep breath, rest in your power, and say we trust you, Lord Almighty. Amen.

Reading God’s Word: Luke 1:26-56; Psalm 45:8-17 Memorizing God’s Word: Ephesians 5:2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Meditating on God’s Word: Luke 1:43-45 But why am I so favored, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? As soon as the sound of your greeting reached my ears, the baby in my womb leaped for joy. Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill his promises to her!” Praying God’s Word: “Lord, it’s so easy to identify with Elizabeth’s question. I’ve asked it many times myself: Why am I so favored that the Lord of heaven and earth should come to me? That Christ would regard my helpless estate, take on flesh, shed His blood, and save me from my sin? Hallelujah! May it cause me to leap with joy and believe anew that if the Lord fulfilled His promise through Christ, there is no promise He will not keep. “For all the promises of God find their Yes in him.” (2 Cor. 1:20) Thank you, Lord!”

Reading God’s Word: Luke 1:5-25; Psalm 45:1-7 Memorizing God’s Word: Ephesians 5:2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Meditating on God’s Word: Hebrews 1:8-9 (quoting Psalm 45:6-7) But about the Son he says, “Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom. You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy.” Praying God’s Word: Lord, the writer of Hebrews gives us a backstage pass to the Trinity, and with it we see something incredible: the true King of Psalm 45 is Jesus! It was always meant to point to Him—the perfect King who reigns forever, rules with justice, and loves righteousness. He is the King we long for and the One we pray our leaders, pastors, and authorities would reflect. God, raise up leaders who love righteousness and hate wickedness, just as You do—leaders who give their lives in pursuit of the perfect King. Make us more like Jesus, we pray. Amen.