Sermons on Opportunity: showing 1,636-1,650 of 45,752

When Your Back Is Against The Wall Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 19, 2011

This message looks at several instances when Paul's back was against the wall, noting what he did to push through the adversity to continue God's mission for his life

INTRODUCTION * Paul has faced opposition from the moment he placed faith in Christ (at first from believers who were skeptical, then from unbelievers) * Agabus’ prediction (21:10-11); Paul’s response (21:13) * Paul understood what it meant to have his “back against the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When My Life Is Interrupted, I Respond By… Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 6, 2020

I want to begin today's sermon by getting you to fill in the blank to a statement that I am about to make. Here goes! When my life, the way I want to live it, is interrupted, I respond by (now you fill in the blank.)

Introduction: I want to begin today's sermon by getting you to fill in the blank to a statement that I am about to make. Here goes! When my life, the way I want to live it, is interrupted, I respond by (now you fill in the blank.) Over the past several weeks, I believe that it is a fair ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Present-Time Challenges By Following Jesus’ Word Series

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Jul 7, 2024

In our quest to make a difference, whether in our personal lives, professional endeavors, or spiritual journeys, we inevitably encounter problems and failures.

Overcoming Present-Time Challenges by Following Jesus’ Word Intro: In our quest to make a difference, whether in our personal lives, professional endeavors, or spiritual journeys, we inevitably encounter problems and failures. Scripture Mark 6:7-13. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, In ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Other

How To Have Joy Where You Are

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

How to maintain your join where you are.

How to Have Joy in the Place I am In By Pastor Fernando Cabrera Philippians 1:1-30 1. Avoid bitterness that can spoil Three ways we can give in to bitterness: • Striking Unfairness “so that my imprisonment in the cause of Christ has become well known throughout the whole praetorian guard and to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Credible Life

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 24, 2007

Paul identified three characteristics of a credible life.

A CREDIBLE LIFE Ephesians 5:15-17 INTRO: In a newspaper interview shortly before his death, the English agnostic philosopher, Bertrand Russell, said: “People are bewildered and don’t know how to live a credible life in an incredible world.” The evidence that Lord Russell was right is to be found ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering God's Will Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 10, 2015

Paul shows us how to use biblical wisdom to discover the will of God through: 1) Understanding (Ephesians 5:15), 2) Occasion (Ephesians 5:16), 3) Action (Ephesians 5:17)

Most of us acknowledge that God has a plan for the life of every believer, but often we have trouble in finding just which way this plan goes at a particular juncture, where the answers sometimes seem to elude even the most persistent searcher. Some apparently think that God’s will is lost. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Other

"Stay Here”: A Journey Of Commitment And Observation

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Feb 20, 2009

For the congregation that has not seen much forward progress or for those simply seeking direction, the final chapter of Elisha and Elijah’s time together truly guides us. We can STAY HERE and the world guide us or JOURNEY ON WITH JESUS and discover oppor

2 Kings 2:10 Transfiguration Sunday “STAY HERE”: A Journey of commitment and faithful living There is one thing that will bring tears to my eyes as much as anything else and that is when one person does his best to protect another against being hurt spiritually or inwardly in some way. Basically ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Enduring Temptation And Overcoming Sin

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 18, 2018

Temptation is the enticement of our natural, God-given desires to go beyond God-given bounds. We can blame our failure to resist temptation on others, Satan, or God Himself, but in reality, we are the ones who choose to indulge.

ENDURING TEMPTATION AND OVERCOMING SIN Study Text: James 1: 12 – 16 Introduction: - One of the greatest challenges of living the Christian life is dealing with temptations. This is especially true for new Christians: For it can be frustrating to know that your sins have been forgiven, only to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rejoicing As We Reassemble

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jun 13, 2020

A message examining the joy of reassembling as a church after the Coronavirus pandemic.

REJOICING AS WE REASSEMBLE Psalm 122:1-9 For approximately 2 months we were unable to assemble together and worship as a church family. For the last 3 weeks we have had the glorious opportunity to reassemble and worship our Lord and Savior. I don’t know about you, but for me the new has not even ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Be Wise And Filled With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 1, 2018

You can't help but be filled with something. Be filled with the Spirit of God.

March 18, 2018 Sermon - Be Wise and Filled with the Spirit - Ephesians 5:15-20 You have got to be filled with something. Aristotle, an ancient thinker, said “Nature abhors a vacuum.” He based that on noticing that nature requires every space to be filled with something, even if that something ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Intentional Witness Series

Contributed by Rob Culler on Mar 21, 2001

Fifth in a six-part series of living intentionally and not just letting life happen to you.

Living an Intentional Life: Witness INTRODUCTION: President Clinton was down in the swamps where he slipped away from the Secret Service and was out jogging long the scenic paths that crisscross the country. As he was jogging, he accidentally tripped and fell off a narrow bridge into the black, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Financial Woes

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jun 24, 2011

This sermon will help you evaluate your financial woes, diagnose the problem/problems, and the prescribe the right solution to fix the problem.

Financial Woes Proverbs 18:13 Preached by: JB Hall Introduction: A while back we studied through the book of Job in our adult Sunday School class. One over-arching principle we learned in the book of Job was that life consists of complex issues. This poses a real problem for those of us in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:13

Denomination: Baptist

Hubris Or Humility Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 16, 2024

There are so many factors that come into play when we make plans, but how often does the Sovereign will of God affect our plan making? In this passage, James challenges us to avoid hubris and embrace humility by submitting to God’s sovereignty in making plans.

Mistakes along the way? In February of 1995, nearly 30 years ago, the Holy Spirit spoke to me in a clear way that has impacted the course of my life - and yet it has not been without mistakes and missteps. He urged me to go to the church the Danielle grew up at and help out with the youth ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17, Acts 16:6-10, Isaiah 55:8-9, Luke 22:42-44, Luke 12:16-21, Proverbs 16:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

One - A Tribute To Martin Luther King, Jr.

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jan 14, 2007

Followers of Christ are not only praying for God’s Kingdom to come, but they are also living now for social justice and equality. They are empowered and enabled because a deposit of God’s Kingdom has been placed within them. With this deposit of God’s K

One - A Tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. By Greg Johnson January 14, 2006 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org Galatians 3:26-29 God’s Word says (Galatians 3:26-29 NIV) "You are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus, {27} for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting On God Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 2, 2011

The term, "waiting on God" is one of those terms that we often have difficulty defining. This message looks at what the disciples did while waiting for the gift of the Holy Spirit.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO WAIT ON GOD Acts 1:12-26 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day's walk from the city. 13 When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist