Church of the Open Door

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-14

1 Peter 5:1-4

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

1 Peter 4:7-11

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-4:6

1 Peter 3:13-18

1 Peter 3:1-12

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

1 Peter 2:11-17

1 Peter 2:4-10

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-2:3

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

1 Peter 1:1-2

Mark 9:38-41

Acts 2:14-41

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

What happens when the Holy Spirit arrives? In this Pentecost message from Acts 2:1-13, Dave Brickey explores the moment the Church is born as God’s presence is poured out on ordinary people. Through the images of wind and fire, we discover that God’s Spirit fills unexpected places, transforms imperfect people, and cannot be manufactured or controlled. Instead of striving to make things happen, we are invited to become people who wait, surrender, and raise our sails to the movement of God. As the seeds of the Kingdom begin to bloom, we learn that...

Scripture: Acts 1:3-11

A powerful message from Acts 1 on living in the “murky middle” — the seasons where God has planted seeds but we can’t yet see the bloom. This week we explored Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit, the call to be His witnesses, and how to obey what we know while trusting God with what we don’t. Even in barren places, God is preparing a Superbloom.

John 21:1-19

On this Mother’s Day at Church of the Open Door, we celebrated child dedications, welcomed the Sollie family to our church community, and explored the powerful story of Peter’s restoration in John 21. This message reminds us that God’s grace is greater than our failures, that Jesus meets us in our brokenness, and that our truest identity is found in being deeply loved by Him. No matter your past, grace has the final word.

Guest speaker Preston Sprinkle shared a powerful message on the upside-down kingdom of Jesus and the courageous faith of women throughout Scripture who helped carry God’s story of redemption forward. Through stories in the Gospel of Mark, we were reminded that true greatness in God’s kingdom is found in humility, sacrifice, and serving others. We also celebrated the work God is doing through missions in Congo and the vision of Sacred Settlement as we continue learning what it means to be the Church together.

Luke 24:13-35

In this message from our Super Bloom series, we explore the powerful story of the road to Emmaus (Luke 24) and what it reveals about how we see Jesus.Two grieving disciples walk away from Jerusalem, believing their hope is lost—unaware that the risen Jesus is walking right beside them. Through their story, we’re reminded that we often don’t see Jesus as He truly is, but through the limits of our own understanding. Yet in His gentleness, Jesus meets us in our confusion, walks with us in our questions, and slowly...

In this message from our Superbloom series, Kati explores the story of Gospel of John and the disciple often called “Doubting Thomas”—a man who wrestled honestly with belief, grief, and unmet expectations.Through themes of resurrection, doubt, and faith, we’re reminded that Jesus meets us right where we are—offering peace in the middle of uncertainty, not just after it. Even when life feels like a desert, God is at work beneath the surface, bringing new life in His timing.If you’ve ever struggled to believe, felt left out of joy, or longed for peace in difficult ci...

John 20:19-23

When life doesn’t meet our expectations, it’s easy to feel anxious, disappointed, or stuck. In this message from John 20:19–23, we see the risen Jesus meet His disciples in a locked room—fearful, uncertain, and full of doubt—and offer them peace.This sermon reminds us that transformation doesn’t come from trying harder, but from turning our attention to Jesus. In our fear and failure, God is not distant—He draws near, brings peace, and breathes new life into us.As we live in the reality of Easter (week number two!), we’re i...

Matthew 28:1-10 and Isaiah 35:1-2

Easter reminds us that what looks dead isn’t always the end of the story.In this message, we explore the powerful truth at the center of Christianity: the resurrection of Jesus. More than just a moment in history, Easter is the beginning of something alive—a “super bloom” of hope breaking into even the driest, darkest places of our lives.We ask two essential questions: Who is Jesus? and Why does the resurrection matter? From teacher, to Messiah, to Lord, the resurrection changes everything—inviting us not just to believe...

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Zechariah 9:9-12 and Matthew 21:1-11

When Expectations Meet the KingOn Palm Sunday, the crowds welcomed Jesus as King—expecting a Savior who would overthrow Rome and restore their nation. But Jesus came in a way they didn’t expect: humble, peaceful, and ultimately on His way to the cross.In this message, we explore how our expectations can shape the way we see God—and how they can sometimes cause us to miss what He’s actually doing.What if the invitation of this season is to move from expectation to anticipation? To release our assumptions and trust in...

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

God doesn’t just set us free—He calls us into something greater.In this sermon from Exodus 19–25, we explore how God rescues Israel from slavery and invites them into a covenant relationship as a “kingdom of priests.” This story reveals a bigger picture of God’s plan: to dwell with His people and bring restoration to the world.Spencer also talks about how:-God’s presence matters more than performance-True freedom is found within God’s boundaries-We are called to participate in God’s redemptive workWhere might God be calling you—not just out o...

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

n this Lenten message, pastor Dave Brickey invites us into the story of the Passover in Exodus 12—a moment when God met His people in their fear and longing, and made a way for their rescue.Through the simple but profound act of trusting God’s instruction—placing the blood of a lamb over their doors—the people of Israel experienced both protection and deliverance. It was not just a night of escape, but the beginning of a new identity as a people set apart and set free.As we reflect during L...

Scripture: Genesis 12: 1-9

A reflection on Genesis 12:1–9 exploring God’s call to Abram and the humble posture of a disciple. This sermon reminds us that Abraham isn’t the hero—God is. Abram’s journey shows how faith means surrendering comfort, stepping into the unknown, and trusting a God who reveals the destination after obedience begins. Our lives, like Abram’s, are part of God’s larger story of redemption—formed not by our performance but by the love of Jesus. We remember the cross and the love of Jesus today.

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

This message launches a seven-week journey through the story of Scripture, beginning in Book of Genesis 3 and the fall of humanity. Reflecting on the words “from dust you are and to dust you will return,” we explore how sin fractures our relationship with God and others, as a deep-rooted disorder of the heart. Yet even in the dust, God moves toward us in pursuit, promise, and redemption, ultimately fulfilled through the cross and resurrection of Jesus. As Lent begins, we’re invited to stop hiding, embrace our weakness, and rediscover grace—trusting...

Join us for a powerful Community Ash Wednesday gathering as multiple churches come together in kingdom unity to begin the season of Lent.Through Scripture readings from Isaiah 53, worship, confession, corporate prayer, and Communion, we reflect on Christ’s suffering, our need for repentance, and the hope of redemption. Ash Wednesday reminds us of our mortality — “for dust you are, and to dust you will return” — and reorders our hearts in humility before God.Together, we prayed for unity among churches, for healing in our city, for those who are suffering, and for prodigals to return home. We shared the Lord’s...

Scripture: John 4:1-42

In this message from John 4:1–42, we explore Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well and what it reveals about the way of presence. As part of our Kingdom Life series, this sermon unpacks how Jesus crosses cultural, social, moral, and religious boundaries—not to shame or condemn, but to restore identity.Through this powerful story, we see that being “lost” is more than wrongdoing; it’s living from a misplaced identity. Jesus seeks the lost by moving toward them with dignity, truth, and love—reorienting hearts from the inside out. Before He...

Scripture: Matthew 12:15-21

This sermon from Matthew 12:15–21 highlights the quiet, steady way of Jesus in a loud and divided world. Instead of quarrelling or escalating, Jesus embodies gentleness, compassion, and unwavering justice—caring for the bruised reed and bringing hope without force or frenzy.As cultural tensions rise, we’re reminded that following Jesus isn’t about winning arguments or managing information—it’s about transformation into Christlikeness. The fruit of the Spirit marks the true way of Jesus, shaping us into people of love, peace, gentleness, and self-control.When darkness feels heavy, Scripture shows it oft...

Scripture: John 8-1:1

This sermon is part of the “Kingdom Life: Living in the Tension of Two Worlds” series, inviting the church to practice resting in God, joining in His work, and walking in Jesus’ way by focusing on key characteristics of Jesus—His mercy, gentleness, and presence. Pastor Of Prayer Ministry & Missional Life Rose Larson emphasizes the importance of beholding Jesus together, noting that “we become what we behold.” As believers, we are encouraged to examine what we are focusing on in our daily lives and to center our hearts and minds on Christ. As w...