Sermons on Hidden Opportunities:

Hidden Treasure & The Pearl Of Great Price

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on May 13, 2023

How do you view situations, and misgivings & how do you view salvation? This message prompts us to look beyond the dullness that others see as junk which could become someone else's treasure. May we realize that hidden treasure must be sought after to discover its wealth and potential.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 13:44) (44) "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Matthew 13:45-46, Matthew 6:19-21, 2 Corinthians 4:7, Proverbs 2:3-5, Colossians 2:2-3, Isaiah 33:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Might Need To Reschedule The Time Given To You If… Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 31, 2020

We all get to use the same amount of time each week- 24 hours each day for seven days or 168 hours in the week or if you want to go down to seconds- there are 604,800 seconds in a week.

Introduction We all get to use the same amount of time each week- 24 hours each day for seven days or 168 hours in the week or if you want to go down to seconds- there are 604,800 seconds in a week. Although we all get that same amount of time in a week, I can dare say that we all do not spent ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Disguised: Feeling Trapped In This Trial.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 16, 2022

Often blessings come disguised as trials and problems. Life is not just how you are building. Life can be about what you are building. This problem and trial could be a disguised blessing. The victory opportunity is before you. Check your motives.

DISGUISED: FEELING TRAPPED IN THIS TRIAL? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Hazard, Kentucky is in Perry County. We stopped to grab a hamburger and the sign in the window said, “REVIVAL IN HELL FOR CERTAIN.” We enquired about the sign. We were informed that Perry County has a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-16, Proverbs 17:3, James 1:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Watchnight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023

This sermon encourages cultivating spiritual sensitivity to recognize and respond to God's leading, as exemplified by Simeon and Anna in the Gospel of Luke. Key

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. How wonderful it is to gather together in His name, to seek His wisdom, and to bask in His love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom, has drawn us together today to delve into His Word, to seek His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: Listening, Responding, Opportunities

God’s Works And God’s Word In Our Souls

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Oct 23, 2010

God's word in Nature and our hearts

Opening prayer: "Dear God, So far today, I've done all right. I haven't gossiped. I haven't lost my temper. I haven't lied or cheated. I haven't been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish or overindulgent. I'm very thankful for that. But in a few minutes, Lord, I'm going to get out of bed; and from then ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Broken Opportunities (And Harry Potter, Too)

Contributed by Tony Myles on Jul 26, 2005

There are broken opportunities all around us where we can join God in reaching a dark world. If we are all originally made in His image, then we can help uncover that image in others as we bear His image to the world.

Broken Opportunities Genesis 1, 3 Good morning! · It’s a blessing to be back to share with you again. The last time I was here I took you through the whole Bible. Where do you go from there? · Genesis, chapter 1. Genesis 1: God’s image · In the first statement in Genesis, God is seen as the ...read more

Denomination: *other

Hopelessly Devoted To You Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 15, 2022

Paul encourages the Colossians to be devoted in prayer and make the most of their conversations with outsiders

Above All: Colossians 4:2-6 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-14-2022 Hopelessly Devoted to You On Tuesday, we lost another one of my childhood artist. Olivia Newton John lost her battle with breast cancer at the age of 71. She was a four time Grammy award winning singer ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

How God Heals Your Hidden Wounds

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 8, 2002

How do we receive God’s healing and strength? 1. Affirm the truth 2. Trust in God’s sovereign love 3. Forgive those who wounded you

(Note: The title for this message is from a Rick Warren series; however the sermon itself is original) In the 1960’s, during the Vietnam War, a new term was coined to describe soldiers who had been injured in battle, but who were still able to walk without assistance. They were called the "walking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 109:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Utilize The Spirit's Power To Overcome Hidden Faults

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 11, 2005

"The mind set on the flesh is death but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace." Without the leading, help and encouragement from the Holy Spirit no one can overcome their hidden faults.

Utilize the Spirit’s Power to Overcome Hidden Faults Romans 8:6-31 "The mind set on the flesh is death but the mind set on the Spirit is life and peace." 1. Without the leading, help and encouragement from the Holy Spirit no one can overcome their hidden faults. David prayed, " Who can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parables Of The Hidden Treasure And Pearl Of Great Price

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 20, 2010

Christianity is not a religion but far more like a marraige. It demands you ALL

Sermon Story: I remember hearing a discussion on Radio Humberside about 10 years ago about the Toronto blessing. The Toronto Blessing was a powerful move of God in a Vineyard Church at the end of the runway at Toronto International Airport. People were crying and laughing in the services as God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Anglican

The Mysteries Of God Reveal The Hidden Secrets Of Eternity

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Apr 14, 2014

A brief overview of the importance of Christians to be good stewards of the Mysteries of God. Knowing the Mysteries transforms our faith and life and protects us from most of the heresies and false cults confronting the Church today.

THE MYSTERIES OF GOD: REVEALING THE HIDDEN SECRETS OF ETERNITY (I Corinthians 2:7-14; 4:1-2) The Greek word translated mystery is (μυστήριον; mustērion) and has the idea of a hidden or secret thing, not obvious to the understanding. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

There Is Power Hidden In Mary’s Song, The Magnificat.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 23, 2018

There is power in Mary’s song, and power that you need to see as it is not just a song in response to her situation, the future mother of God.

This sermon was delivered Gordon McCulloch to the congregation at Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 23rd December 2018; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Micah 5:2-5a Hebrews 10:5-10 Luke 1:39-45, (46-55) Canticle 15 Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Episcopal

Hidden Blessing Behind Our Act Of Faith

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Aug 1, 2020

God blesses those who put their faith to action. At various steps in our life's journey, the Lord brings situations where he tests our faith. If we exercise our faith, the blessing follows; if we do not, we will lose it.”

A great famine swept over all the land. This famine was prophesied by Elijah. This drought was the result of the judgment of the nation’s rampant idolatry, led by the royal couple Ahab and Jezebel. 1 Kings 17:1 - And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the Lord God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-16, Luke 4:25-26

Discovering The Hidden Treasure Embedded In God Words Series

Contributed by Freedom Obanijesu on May 27, 2020

Discovering the hidden treasures embedded the word of God will enables us to grow closer to God and experience Him by learning more and more about Him and His ways as well as His will and how He works in the lives of people.

Every one of us has likely been to a Bible Study in some way, shape or form whether it be one conducted in your own home, the home of a family member, at a church, seminary or vocational program. “Bible study” can be defined in a general sense as the studying, meditation or discussing of the Word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Bible Church

The Mysteries Of God: Revealing The Hidden Secrets Of Eternity

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on May 13, 2024

The Mysteries of God reveal the hidden secrets of eternity. They are an important means of strengthening Christians in their faith and establishing the Church throughout the World. God calls all of us to be faithful stewards of these Mysteries (I Cor. 4:1-2)

THE MYSTERIES OF GOD: REVEALING THE HIDDEN SECRETS OF ETERNITY How to Strengthen Christians & Establish the Church (I Cor. 2:7-14; 4:1-2; Rom. 16:25-26) What are the mysteries of God? The Greek word translated mystery has the idea of a hidden or secret purpose or counsel of God. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2, Romans 16:25-26, Ephesians 3:4-6

Denomination: Baptist