Sermons on Opportunities:

A New Beginning Series

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jan 4, 2006

People like the new year because is brings an opportunity for them to start over or get a NEW BEGINNING.

*The test used in reference for this message was a thought received from a message on the 7 test of Joseph submitted by SermonCentral.com contibutor, Derek Vreeland. A New Year Brings a New Beginning! Genesis 37 You look over the last year and no doubt you can find some high points of your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

They Had Been With Jesus Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 17, 2009

When Peter speaks of Jesus, the Holy Spirit convicts. He was in a crisis but God turned it into an opportunity for the Gospel.

Two men plus Jesus and you have a miracle. • You do not need a lot of people to make an impact. Just two disciples plus Jesus and you can have a miracle. • And that was just the beginning. The next thing we know it caused a stir and a preaching opportunity. • The Name of Jesus was proclaimed, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Remembrance Day Services

Contributed by Ken Durham on Oct 14, 2005

I never want to miss an opportunity to preach the Gospel - especially when asked to speak at Remembrance Services.

REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICES 1. INTRODUCTION I guess with people knowing that I have served in the Armed Forces it’s not so surprising that I am often asked to take Remembrance Day Services. I don’t have a problem with this; in fact to me it is a privilege to share with both military personnel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Witnessing Like Paul Witnessed Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2016

In this sermon, we review the times Paul was on trial and how he was a good witness during those opportunities.

Introduction: A. One day a small town prosecuting attorney called his first witness to the stand in a trial. 1. The witness was a grandmotherly, elderly woman. 2. He approached her and asked, “Mrs. Jones, do you know me?” 3. The elderly woman responded, “Why, yes, I do know you ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Door: Pandora's Box

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 29, 2017

Let us study doors. We make choices, these choices can open or close doors of opportunity.

PANDORA'S BOX? THE DOOR--- HOW CAN I FIND GOD? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com PANDORA'S BOX? In Greek Mythology the gods sent Pandora a box and she was forbidden to open it. Pandora's curiosity was so great that she opened the box and when she did she loosened a swam of evil ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:3-6, John 10:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Tale Of Two

Contributed by Martin Holland on Sep 7, 2012

There are two people who are given the same opportunity and ability but yet the outcome are very different for one reason.

The Tale of Twos Matthew 7:21-29 In this life it is not only the American dream to live life to it’s fullest with absolute satisfaction, but it is the ambition of the world. This parable is obviously speaking concerning the way in which we live our lives. Title: The Tale of Twos 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry's Twisted Journey? Don't Miss It!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 19, 2014

It can be easy to miss our opportunities before us. You are not an accident. Follow a good Godly teacher...

DO NOT MISS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR TOTAL VICTORY... SETTLING FOR LESS THAN THE BEST By Wade martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. HERE IS AN OPPORTUNITY THE WILL FOREVER CHANGE YOU... THE JOURNEY WILL BE TWISTED, BUT YOU WILL TRAVEL FROM AN UNKNOWN FARM BOY TO ONE OF THE GREATEST PROPHETS OF ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Children Matter - Bring Them To Jesus Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 18, 2021

A message about how our children matter. They are our opportunities to mold them and bring them to Jesus.

Title: Children Matter Theme: To show the importance of Children in the family and passing on our heritage to the next generation. Text: Deuteronomy 6:4 – 7; Mark 9 Introduction I want to begin by sharing with you one of the most famous scripture in all of Judiaism. It was so important that it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:17-23, Deuteronomy 6:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Paul: A Model Of Christian Leadership Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Oct 9, 2022

We have the opportunity to affect those that we lead; at the same time we are affected by other leaders.

The world is full of all kinds of models of leadership. Some good, some not so good. Have you ever had a boss like this? You know, in my life I've had some good bosses. I've had some ones that not so good. I've had ones that I've learned from, that have encouraged me. I've had ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don't Stop At Almost Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 14, 2022

However you read it, in such a short time Agrippa was given opportunity to be a Christian - but he did not.

Life Lessons From The Chief of Sinners Don’t Stop At Almost Acts 26:1-29 Introduction “The saddest word in the whole wide world is the word, almost.” - Nikita Gill Today’s text has a wealthy ruler saying, “Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.” (KJV) “Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Do ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Midst Of Coronavirus Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jun 2, 2020

The pandemic we have today is a great opportunity for us to show our faith and hope of Christian life

In the Midst of Coronavirus Matthew 14:22-27 Jesus insisted that his disciples get back into the boat and cross to the other side of the lake, while he sent the people home. Matthew 14:22 (NLT) Father, we want to give thank you today for your mercies. We thank you today that you do not leave us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-27, Hebrews 3:14, Ephesians 4:17-24, Matthew 10:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gods Voting Guide Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 1, 2024

It is that time when Americans are given the opportunity (and responsibility) to vote for those who hold public offices.

God’s Voting Guide It is that time when Americans are given the opportunity (and responsibility) to vote for those who hold public offices. This privilege is given to us by God for it is He who raised this form of government in our country through our Founding Fathers. Many of them had a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Opens The Heavens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 17, 2025

God is the One who unlocks supernatural blessings, revelations, and opportunities by opening the heavens over His people.

THE GOD WHO OPENS THE HEAVENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Malachi 3:10 – “Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keys To Open Doors

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 9, 2025

Open doors symbolise divine opportunities, breakthroughs, and access granted by God for advancement, blessing, and fulfilment of destiny.

KEYS TO OPEN DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Matthew 16:19, Revelation 3:7-8 Key Verse: “I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name.” (Revelation 3:8, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19, Revelation 3:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sin Is Crouching At The Door Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 7, 2026

This message teaches that sin is ever-present, waiting for opportunity, and requires vigilance, mastery, and divine alignment to overcome.

SIN IS CROUCHING AT THE DOOR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 4:6-7 Key Verse: “If thou doest well, shalt thou not be accepted? and if thou doest not well, sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him.” — Genesis 4:7 Supporting Texts: James ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God