Sermons on Opportunities To Grow:

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

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

Revival That Should Have Been

Contributed by Craig Benner on Jun 17, 2025

A fabulous start does not guarantee a fantastic finish.

Almost Winning is still Losing 2 Kings 11; 12:1-16 Jehoash - the king who could have been miraculously great. IL.: Frank Robinson, the first black Major League Baseball manager, is credited to be the first one to coin the phrase, "almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades". It ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

How The Devil Or God Wants To Use You!!!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 25, 2025

Preachers all across this nation constantly and consistently preach to Christians how THIS WONDERFUL GOD WE SERVE WANTS TO USE US.

We live in an age of opportunities; there are so many ways God can use us. But preachers all across this nation do not preach enough on how the devil wants to use us. We have to make the decision in this life if we are going to: (1) Allow God to use us. (2) Allow Satan to use us. WHY SHOULD WE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Wisest Investments

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jan 6, 2026

No one would want to come to the end of their life knowing that they had wasted their time and energy and that their live were not fruitful. Jesus confronts us to rethink our priorities and not waste our opportunities to invest in that which really matters.

Last week, we talked about what we wrap our hopes around. This week, we turn our attention to another foundational question: What are the wisest investments we can make for the future? Not just financial—but spiritual, relational, and eternal investments. Let’s read Matthew 6:19–24 19 “Do not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoicing In Suffering: Building Character In Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

Our trials and tribulations are not in vain. They serve as opportunities for us to grow in endurance, develop strength of character

Rejoicing in Suffering: Building Character in Christ Introduction: Begin with a warm welcome to the congregation and introduce the key verse: Romans 5:3-4 (NLT) - "We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-4, James 1:2-4, Hebrews 12:1, Romans 15:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Foundation Series

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Jan 10, 2012

We can ask ourselves questions like, “Why do I exist.” With that questioning nature, we must ask at times, “why does the Church Exist?” It is not enough just to say “to glorify God.” While this is true, there is so much more to the question; “What is

The Foundation 1 Cor. 3:10-15 Part 2 THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH During this past week I have either handed to you or e-mailed you a list of questions. If some how I was not able to get one to you there are copies here to take home. (If you are listening to this message on the web site, you can go ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-15

Denomination: Nazarene

108? --- What Is The Enemy Of Better?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2015

108? Stats say 108 people die a minute. One day you will tie your shoes and the undertaker will un-tie them. What opportunities are we missing? God grant us open doors!

108 --- YES 108 ... WHAT IS THE ENEMY OF BETTER? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. EVER CONSIDER WHY SOME DOORS OPEN AND SOME DOORS CLOSE? LET US WEIGH IN ON THE SUBJECT OF OPPORTUNITIES... Revelation 3:8 I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Educational Adventure/Learning About God Series

Contributed by Kirby Lloyd on Dec 13, 2016

Unlike the first destination when we make this second stop along the way we no long wonder why we are going…we know that we belong on this journey…it’s a place where we find a sense of belonging…

Series: Destinations on the Journey of Faith An Educational Adventure/Learning About God Mark 10:17-22 17 As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. “Good teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 18 “Why do ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Five Principles Of Growth Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jun 26, 2008

Food is necessary for physical life. Without food, we become weakened and eventually become ill. Just as this occurs, lack of spiritual food produces the same results in our spiritual lives.

Philippians 3:12-13 “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me. Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Moving By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores the Israelites' faith and obedience during their transition into the Promised Land, encouraging us to trust God's promises in our own transitions. Key

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It is always a joy to gather with you, to share in the fellowship of our Lord, and to delve into the richness of His Word. We are here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's redemptive plan. Today, we are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Topics: Transitional Moments, Growing Up

Santification

Contributed by Lee Hammond Houston Jr. on Jul 26, 2015

Many Christians seem to believe that being saved is the end all, that that is all one must do. Our Lord deserves more.

Title: Sanctification Introduction: In last Sunday morning's sermon was about Grace. In that sermon, I prepared the way for this sermon. A. This week, I read a survey by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association that says that 60% of Americans say that they are born again Christians. While ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: United Methodist

Growing In Truth: Transformed By Christ's Love Ephesians 4:15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 30, 2024

The transformative power of speaking truth in love is a key principle outlined by the apostle Paul in Ephesians 4:15. This verse underscores the importance of aligning our words and actions with the love of Christ, ultimately leading to spiritual growth and maturity in our Christian walk.

Growing in Truth: Transformed by Christ's Love Ephesians 4:15 Scripture Reading: "Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church." (Ephesians 4:15, NLT) Introduction: Today, we explore the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, Colossians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 8:29, Ephesians 5:23, Colossians 1:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Grow Weary!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 29, 2023

A final message on finding rest in Christ.

Weary Workers Galatians 6:1-2, 9-10 October 1, 2023 Do you have some people in your lives whom you admire? Take a moment and think about those people. Consider why you admire them. The standard they’ve set for you and how you can attain that. There are some people you know can call at 2 AM and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Grow Weary In Doing Good

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Apr 15, 2024

Right in the middle of warning the ones who were being lazy and taking advantage of others, Paul tells the church that it should not discourage them from doing what was right and good.

Alba 4-21-2024 DO NOT GROW WEARY IN DOING GOOD II Thessalonians 3:6-15 You may have heard the quote: “Do all the good you can, to all the people you can, in all the ways you can, as often as you can, and as long as you can.” I was looking up that quote and found that it has been attributed to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ