A weekly podcast message from Open Door Church in Shawnee, Oklahoma to help you grow your relationship with Jesus.
In a culture that says “live your truth,” how do we know what’s actually true?
This episode explores the difference between deception and truth — not just as ideas, but as spiritual realities. From Ni…
The enemy is a master counterfeiter, offering lies that look like truth. In this kickoff to our Walking in Freedom series, we explore how real freedom starts by choosing to live in God’s reality.
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One encounter with Jesus changed everything for the Samaritan woman—and her story changed an entire village. In this episode, we explore how your testimony, like hers, has the power to open hearts, p…
In this episode, we confront the reality of spiritual warfare—how the enemy uses deception, accusation, and temptation to gain footholds in our lives.
From persistent sin to generational strongholds, …
Jesus didn’t just tell His disciples about the Kingdom—He sent them to show it. In this episode, we explore what the Kingdom of God really is, why it matters now, and how we’re called to demonstrate …
What does it look like to respond to the brokenness of the world like Jesus did? In this message, we explore how Jesus saw the crowds, felt deep compassion, and stepped into action—and how we’re call…
In this episode, we explore Jesus’s final command in Matthew 28—to make disciples. You’ll be reminded that you’re not just called; you’re co-missioned with Christ. It’s not about perfection, but avai…
A sudden open-heart surgery changes everything—and reminds us what truly matters. In this powerful episode, we reflect on that life-altering moment and turn to 1 Corinthians 13 to rediscover what it …
What happens when hope feels lost and prayers seem unanswered? In this powerful episode, we journey down the Emmaus Road from Luke 24 — a road marked by grief, confusion, and shattered expectations. …
In this episode, we explore Matthew 16 and what it means to move from head knowledge to heart revelation. Through Peter’s journey, we see how God's grace meets us not in perfection, but in process. P…
One of the most incredible works of the Holy Spirit is His ability to reveal what we already have in Jesus. This message will stir your heart and remind you of the blessings and promises that belong …
Why do we keep doing what we hate—even after knowing Jesus? In this episode, we unpack Paul’s struggle in Romans 7 and the breakthrough of Romans 8: There is no condemnation for those in Christ.
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This Father’s Day, we explore the power of seeing ourselves the way our Heavenly Father sees us. I share a personal story of my own dad’s high expectations—and the moment I finally understood his lov…
“The world was never the same after fire fell on waiting hearts.”
Pentecost wasn’t random—it came to people who were united, expectant, and ready for power. In this episode, we explore how the Holy Sp…
Nobody likes to wait—but waiting is often exactly where God does His deepest work. In this episode, we explore how waiting isn’t punishment, but preparation. From the upper room in Acts to the promis…
Why is singing such a powerful part of worship? In this message, we explore how songs connect us to God’s presence, creation, and transformation. From creation’s first note to prison walls shaking in…
What if worship isn’t just for Sundays? In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor James unpacks how worship happens in the ordinary—at work, at home, and in the quiet yeses we say to God each day. Discove…
Worship isn’t just a Sunday song—it’s a surrendered life. In this message, Pastor James unpacks what it means to truly worship God by laying our lives on the altar, not just our preferences. Drawing …
What does the resurrection have to do with the way we speak? In this episode, we explore how a resurrected heart should lead to resurrected words—about God, ourselves, and others. Through Scripture a…
Too often, we treat the resurrection as hope for someday—when we die, we’ll go to heaven. But what if the resurrection means something for right now? In this episode, we dive into Ephesians 2 and the…