Jump for Joy - Christmas 2021 Devotionals Part 5 Here is the last part of Pastor Kramer’s 2021 Christmas devotional series “Prepare Him Room.” He talks about how different individuals jumped for joy when they heard of Christ’s earthly arrival, and we should do so as well. The ministry of the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life should be a wonderful reason to be joyful every single day.

The Lord’s Servant - Christmas 2021 Devotionals Part 3 Here is the third part of Pastor Kramer’s 2021 Christmas devotional series “Prepare Him Room.” He shares with us the message Mary receives from the angel Gabriel in Luke chapter 1. Let’s renew our commitment to the faith since God knows what’s best for our lives.

Right On Time - Christmas 2021 Devotionals Part 2 Here is the second part of Pastor Kramer’s 2021 Christmas devotional series “Prepare Him Room.” He shares with us the truth that God is always right on time, even if we don't think so. For instance, Christ’s arrival was right on time!

The Promised One - Christmas 2021 Devotionals Part 1 Here is the first part of Pastor Kramer’s 2021 Christmas devotional series “Prepare Him Room.” We learn about how Christ was the promised one, so let’s all be thankful that God always fulfills his promises! Isn’t is wonderful that He will not just fulfill the promise of His first coming but also His second coming?

The Strength of Our Help - 11.20.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor Kramer gives the fifth and final part of his devotional series on where us Christians can go for help based on Psalm 121. Today, we learn about where the strength of our help always comes from. We are reminded that the Lord can always help us with our bills, temptations, troubles and trials because He is all-powerful and He is willing! Isn’t it wonderful to know that He will keep us safe from evil forces?

A Christian's Pilgrimage - 11.17.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor Kramer gives the first part of his devotional series on where us Christians can go for help based on Psalm 121. He talks about the original purpose of this Psalm and how it relates to us believers today. Like the Israelites back then, we are on a pilgrimage that won't always be a smooth ride, so we must look to the Lord for help.

Thank God Anyways, Part 3 - 5.7.2020 Devotional Thought Here are Pastor Kramer’s devotional thoughts for May 7, 2020. He completes his three-part series on thanking God even in strange times, based on Habakkuk chapter 3. Today, we learn that God’s strength never collapses or fails; we always have access to it if we are His children! Will you ask Him for His strength to help you through your life’s circumstances?

Thank God Anyways, Part 2 - 5.6.2020 Devotional Thought Here are Pastor Kramer’s devotional thoughts for May 6, 2020. He gives part two of his three-part series on thanking God even in strange times, based on Habakkuk chapter 3. We are reminded that we should thank God because our salvation will never cease! As the Bible says, nobody can “pluck us” out of the Father’s hand. It’s only dependent on Him. We hope you will never forget this wonderful truth.

Thank God Anyways, Part 1 - 5.5.2020 Devotional Thought Here are Pastor Kramer’s devotional thoughts for May 5, 2020. He gives part one of his three-part series on thanking God even in strange times, based on Habakkuk chapter 3. Pastor reminds us that God is still in control, even with recent upheaving world events. If you don’t feel like praising God during this time, you should put your faith and trust in what is true about God’s sovereignty. Will you be thankful for your life?

I Still Believe, Part 4 - 5.1.2020 Devotional Thought Here are Pastor Kramer’s devotional thoughts for May 1, 2020. He gives the fourth and final part of his series on how we can still believe in God in times of trouble based on the story of Job. We are challenged to not fall into temptation, discouragement, bitterness, or blaming God during the time of testing. We should have a testimony of worshipping God in testing times and wait upon Him. How will you respond to this brief Bible study?

I Still Believe, Part 3 - 4.30.2020 Devotional Thought Here are Pastor Kramer’s devotional thoughts for April 30, 2020. He gives the third of his four-part series on how we can still believe in God in times of trouble based on the story of Job. In the race of life, God may point to something in your life that He wants you to lay aside. These problems in our life may be the root of troubles in our life, and we should look to Jesus as and His example! Will we have a testimony like Job’s?

I Still Believe, Part 2 - 4.29.2020 Devotional Thought Here are Pastor Kramer’s devotional thoughts for April 30, 2020. He gives the second of his four-part series on how we can still believe in God in times of trouble based on the story of Job. We are reminded to not respond with bitterness when we are going through challenging circumstances. Unfortunately some Christians give up and stop relying upon God. Will you be like them or choose the right path instead?

I Still Believe, Part 1 - 4.28.2020 Devotional Thought Here are Pastor Kramer’s devotional thoughts for April 30, 2020. He gives the first of his four-part series on how we can still believe in God in times of trouble based on the story of Job. There are two ways to respond to troubling circumstances – move towards God for help or drive oneself away from God. Which response will you have in this time of uncertainty?

How the Lord Helps Us Through Struggle & Sleep - 11.19.2020 Devotional Thought Here is Pastor's devotional thought for November 19, 2020. He discusses how the Lord can help us through struggle and sleep, based on Psalm 121. God has promised in His word that He will protect us through both physical and mental difficulties. Whether keeping us safe from the elements or our fleshly thoughts, the peace of God can certainly help us.

Reason to Rejoice, Part 1 - 3.31.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor gives the first part of his devotional series on a Christian’s reasons to rejoice, based on Luke chapter 10. We are reminded that because of a believer’s relationship with the Lord, not only do we have access to Him at any time, but also and we are renewed. Have you been cleansed from your sins? This is a great reason to rejoice?

Survival or Living? - 3.30.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor encourages us to not just be in survival mode during this lockdown, but let’s choose to live the abundant life God has freely given us. Also, he announcements the 'Where’s Pastor' challenge, which is a parody of the old 'Where’s Waldo' picture books. Never forget that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ! Let’s live for Him and not for ourselves.

God Planned it for Good, Part 6 - 3.28.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor shares the sixth and final part of his devotional series on the life of Joseph, entitled “God Planned it for Good.” We learn about how the mercy of God helped Joseph through his trials in Egypt as a slave. Whatever circumstances you go through, we should react to them differently from how non-Christians do so. This will help unbelievers see the power of the Lord through us!

God Planned it for Good, Part 5 - 3.27.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor shares the fifth part of his devotional series on the life of Joseph, entitled “God Planned it for Good.” We are challenged to be faithful in the small things in our lives just like Joseph was. Then, Pastor reads an article praising our country’s law enforcement, especially those serving in New York City fulfilling their duties even though through the emerging health emergency across the globe today. Will you pray for God’s hand of protection among them?

God Planned it for Good, Part 4 - 3.26.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor shares the fourth part of his devotional series on the life of Joseph, entitled “God Planned it for Good.” We are reminded that the perfect life of Christ can be lived in and through us if we yield control to Him. Despite the major changes in our world today, we can still prosper if we love the Lord with all our heart, soul and mind. How will you respond to His command to do so?

God Planned it for Good, Part 3 - 3.25.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor shares the third part of his devotional series on the life of Joseph, entitled “God Planned it for Good.” Whenever we are facing uncertain and unexpected events in life, we should respond in faith, meaning we should let our hands off the situation and keep it in the Lord’s. Will you be an encouragement to someone else today?

God Planned it for Good, Part 2 - 3.24.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor shares the second part of his devotional series on the life of Joseph, entitled “God Planned it for Good.” We are reminded to die to ourselves and our desires, which means that we surrender our own wants and our body in return for the power of Christ in our lives.

God Planned it for Good, Part 1 - 3.23.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor shares the first part of his devotional series on the life of Joseph, entitled “God Planned it for Good.” God’s ways may seem mysterious to all of us, but He promised that all things will work together for good for those who trust in Him! Will you continue to trust Him daily? Also, will you share one of His promises with 3 people?

Hope in the Midst of Battles, Part 3 - 3.22.2020 Devotional Thought Pastor gives the third and final part of his devotional thoughts in a series entitled “Hope in the Midst of Battles,” based on Psalm chapter 27. We are reminded of how we can always find something to be thankful for in life, even with the chaotic events happening across the recent world. Do you have the settled confidence in the Lord?

Pastor gives the second part of his devotional thoughts in a series entitled “Hope in the Midst of Battles,” based on Psalm chapter 27. This part was originally released on March 21, 2020. We are reminded to stop worrying and doubting but instead lean and trust upon the Lord alone because He promised to give us all that we need in life. Let’s stay committed to His plan for us so that our confidence in Him builds.

Welcome to Open Door’s very first YouTube video! Pastor gives the first part of his devotional thoughts in a series entitled “Hope in the Midst of Battles,” based on Psalm chapter 27. Pastor Kramer points to the scriptures to define what hope is – no matter what chaos ensues in the world around us, we can find hope in the promises of the Lord Himself. Let’s find encouragement and hope in who the Lord Jehovah is!