Sermons about Opportunities To Grow

Open Opportunity: The Church Of Philadelphia

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Aug 22, 2015

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A continuation of the study of the seven churches of Revelation. Though Philadelphia wasn't perfect they were a good church and Christ commended them appropriately and the same is true for us all and with it comes great blessings and favor!

Opportunity Opens: The Church of Philadelphia Introduction: One of the most clever Volkswagen ads shows an impeccable little car-- with a flat tire. And the caption reads, “Nobody's Perfect.” Some make the mistake of thinking Philadelphia was a perfect church. No. If they were ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"christ: The Ultimate Model Intercessor"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 28, 2023

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This message pertains to the study of two fig trees. The first one displayed leaves without producing any fruit. The second one was planted in good soil but required an intercessor to save it from dying, to have another opportunity to grow and bear fruit. Which tree represents you?

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Luke 13:6-9) (6) "He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none." (7) "Then said he unto the dresser ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15, Mark 11:12-14, Mark 11:20-22, Luke 13:6, Romans 8:38-39, Luke 13:6-9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Growing Larger Through Outreach (Pt. 3) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 24, 2015

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What do we say when it is time to share the gospel with others? This sermon helps us to be prepared when we have an opportunity to give an answer for the hope that we have.

Introduction: A. Today I’m praying that all of us, Christians, feel like we have some good news to share with others, and that we desperately desire to share it. 1. I like the story told of the little boy who greatly concerned his parents. a. The boy’s parents could not get him to utter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grow Up! (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 21, 2010

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How can I tell if I’m spiritually mature?

GROW UP! (Part Two) Why should I grow? Why is it important for us to focus on spiritual maturity? One reason is so I can know God’s will. Progressing in spiritual maturity will enable me to discern God’s will and it will allow me to approve of God’s will. I will see that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are We Going To Do? We Have Great Opportunities Before Us?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 6, 2019

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There grows a tendency to lazy idleness in the church and in the families today. Apathy will destroy any spiritual grow. The harvest is before us... what role do you have? That's the preacher's job?

WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO? THERE STANDS BEFORE US A GREAT HARVEST… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Luke 10:2 Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:2, 2 Kings 13:13-19, John 4:35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making The Most Of The Holiday Opportunities

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 5, 2005

based on 7 ratings

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A message to encourage followers of Jesus to live beyond the glitter and live like "Christmas" all year long.

Making the Most of the Holiday Opportunities Ephesians 5:15-20 November 27, 2005 Introduction Well, here we are, now "officially" into the Christmas season. Although judging by what I’ve seen in the stores, I’d have guessed that the season actually began just after Labor Day. Pictures in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Ordinary Opportunities To Offer The Unordinary

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Sep 4, 2002

based on 45 ratings

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Everyday ordinary opportunities present themselves to us to offer the unordinary touch of God.

Look back over this day and ask yourself … "What did I do with the opportunities God gave me?" You might ask, "What opportunities?" · You work beside the same people day after day. · You walk the hallways with the same people day after day. Ziggy cartoon … "Opportunity, knocked while you were ...read more

Scripture: John 13:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

God Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Contributed by Troy Mason on Jun 30, 2001

based on 44 ratings

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God created both rich and poor for His reasons, not ours.

GOD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Proverbs 22:2 Introduction – Story of Rockefeller interview. I met a millionaire in Hyde Co. His automatic response to the question, “How are you,” was “If I could just make that next nickel, I believe I would be alright.”. In this world there are only two ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:2

Denomination: Baptist

New Year, New Opportunities

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2001

based on 238 ratings

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A call to open our eyes to the possibilities of the New Year.

New Year, New Beginnings Various Scriptures Introduction Well, here we are, on the brink of a brand new year, and for you purists out there, a new millenium. As is traditional for this time, we take time to reflect on the last year, and to make promises to do better this year. This morning I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Mark 12:28-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Obstacles Become Opportunities

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 5, 2002

based on 117 ratings

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Four people-principles to help us turn stress into success!

1 Corinthians 16:8,9 - "But I will tarry in Ephesus until Pentecost. For a great and effective door has been opened unto me, and there are many adversaries." USA Today published the results of the following Hilton survey in January 2001: Percentage of Americans who say they: Need more fun: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Seizing Our Window Of Opportunity

Contributed by Timothy Moore on Mar 21, 2002

based on 164 ratings

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How do we raise our children to honor Christ?

Seizing our Window of Opportunity Christian Parenting Ephesians 6.1-4 1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 “Honor your father and mother,” which is the first commandment with promise: 3 “that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth.” 4 And you, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:6-11, Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The New Year Is Aglow With Opportunities Series

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 1, 2005

based on 31 ratings

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This sermon looks at Daniel as a model for living in the world but not compromising to the world.

The New Year is Aglow with Opportunities Daniel 1:1-7 Romans 5:1-8 (Message) As we enter the 21st Century in America we are faced with many challenges and opportunities. As a Christian we are rowing upstream against a society that is basically anti-Christian. Many things about the future are ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7, Romans 5:1-8, Romans 5:6-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Opportunities Right In Front Of You

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 24, 2008

based on 27 ratings

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If you want to understand the Lord’s will, be wise by looking for the opportunities He sets before you, especially in difficult circumstances.

“Opportunities Right in Front of You” Luke 9:10-17 When NASA began the launch of astronauts into space, they found out that the pens wouldn’t work at zero gravity (Ink won’t flow down to the writing surface). In order to solve this problem, they hired Andersen Consulting. It took them one decade ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing The Opportunities God Brings Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009

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Part 3 in a stewardship series. This sermon covers our faithful ministry.

A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES Part 3 Seeing the Opportunities God Brings November 22, 2005 Pastor Brian Matherlee Matthew 25:31-46 Let’s look at a story Jesus told in Matthew 25 to discover 3 truths and then make 4 applications of truth. 3 Truths 1. Everybody has a role to play a. All the nations will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Wesleyan

Possible Reasons For Missing The Opportunity Series

Contributed by Selvan John on Sep 16, 2008

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Reasons for why some people miss the opportunity.

Possible Reasons for Missing the Opportunity I was too impressed in letting people know what it is to miss the opportunity and therefore as a continuation of the previous sermon I want to take up on this issue of the possible reasons. To explain this I have taken the parable of Jesus in the book ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

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