For many, Easter is a once-a-year celebration. But for the believer, every Sunday is a reminder that our Redeemer lives. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of our faith—it is the living hope that sustains us in our darkest hours. This truth echoes through the pages of Scripture, even in the Old Testament, …
What do you do when everything is falling apart? When trouble hits your life and nothing seems to go right? In Acts 21:17–40, we see the Apostle Paul face extreme adversity—false accusations, violent beatings, and the threat of death—yet he stayed focused on his mission. Through his example, we can learn powerful truths about how …
As followers of Christ, we are called to remain steadfast in our faith, even when faced with challenges and opposition. The Open Door Church emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth, accountability, and faithfulness in our walk with the Lord. Drawing from the wisdom shared in recent messages, we reflect on key principles that help us …
The work of the Gospel is an ongoing mission that requires dedication, humility, and faithfulness. As believers, we are called to carry forward the message of Christ, ensuring that the good news reaches as many people as possible. Pastor Mike Sanders of Open Door Church explores this mission in Acts 20:17-24, emphasizing the qualities needed …
Loving your church family requires more than just attending services—it means actively engaging, serving together, and remaining committed to the body of Christ. In Acts 20:1-16, we see Paul continuing his ministry, not alone, but with fellow believers, emphasizing the importance of teamwork in spreading the Gospel. If you’ve stepped away from regular church involvement, …
By: Pastor Mike Sanders Parenting is the hardest job in America. It is a job that requires 24/7 dedication, patience, andunconditional love. It is also a job that comes with no instruction or training.There are many different parenting styles, but three of the most common are authoritarian,permissive, and conflict.Authoritarian parenting is a style of parenting …
1 st John 1:3-7By Pastor Mike Sanders “that which we have seen and heard we declare to you, that you also may have fellowship withus; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ” (1Jn 1:3 NKJV).The word fellowship comes from the Greek word koinonia, which means “to share togetherwith.” Fellowship …
1st Corinthians 7:1-9 By Pastor Mike Sanders Marriage is the norm in our society because of the marriages of our friends and the expectations of our families. For single people, who can feel as though they’re missing out on something crucial, this can be challenging. But the truth is, there’s nothing wrong with being single. …
Acts 1:12-16 By: Pastor Mike Sanders Martyn Lloyd-Jones once wrote: “Prayer is beyond any question the highest activity of the human soul. Man is at his greatest and highest when upon his knees he comes face to face with God” (Studies in the Sermon on the Mount, 2 vols. [Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1979], 2:45). A …
By Pastor Mike Sanders It is an old story, but its truth transcends time. A little four-year-old girl became frightened late one night during a thunderstorm. After one particularly loud clap of thunder, she jumped up from her bed, ran down the hall, and burst into her parent’s room. Jumping in the middle of the …
