Sermons on Seize The Opportunity:

No More Excuses

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on May 19, 2007

Life is filled with opportunities and adventures with our name written on it. We must choose to go after these wonderful opportunities and leave behind the excuses as to why we cannot accomplish something.

NO MORE EXCUSES MATTHEW: 25:14-30 I HAVE ONLY JUST A MINUTE, ONLY SIXTY SECONDS IN IT. FORCED UPON ME, CAN’T REFUSE IT, DIDN’T SEEK IT, DIDN’T CHOOSE IT, BUT IT’S UP TO ME TO USE IT. I MUST SUFFER, IF I LOOSE IT, GIVE ACCOUNT, IF I ABUSE IT. IT’S ONLY JUST A MINUTE, BUT ETERNITY IS IN IT . . . ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Season's Of God

Contributed by David Tijerina on Oct 13, 2001

There is a time and a season for everything...which season are you in?

The Seasons of God November 19, 2000 Intro: A number of years ago, there was a report from Russia that they had had a disastrous mismanagement of their collective farms. Here were hundreds of trucks on the Steppes, tractors as well as combine-harvesters, but they arrived too late. Because of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When God Called Samuel

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jan 14, 2003

Samuel’s call was timely because the priesthood of Eli’s family line had been defiled and compromised by his sons Hophni and Phineas.

WHEN GOD CALLED SAMUEL Text: First Samuel 3:1-10 We have all heard of a thing called tough love. Tough love is when one confronts another with unyielding consequences. Tough love does not yield to the ones who want to bend the rules. Tough love is tough because it reminds the ones or the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Ripe For Harvest

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 1, 2017

Jesus said, "You have a saying, ‘It’s still four months until harvest’? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest!" We are in a race against time to gather the harvest before it spoils or is destroyed. 3 Aspects of it.

RIPE FOR HARVEST John 4:30-38 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: LONE COWBOY AT CHURCH 1. One Sunday a cowboy went to church. When he entered, he saw that he and the preacher were the only ones present. The preacher asked the cowboy if he wanted him to go ahead and preach. 2. The cowboy said, "I’m not too ...read more

Scripture: John 4:30-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Saving Us Is All God's Idea"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 14, 2012

A sermon about God's saving work in Christ, and our opportunity to be transformed.

Ephesians 2:1-10 “Saving Us Is All God’s Idea” In trying to follow directions to get to a certain place, have you ever turned down the wrong road and kept going happily for a long time… …believing that you were going in the right direction? Perhaps it was dark ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

He Gave Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 19, 2009

He gave! He gave us a new opportunity to be with Him FOREVER!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I want you to take a moment to think about some words that you associate with the word love. • Last week we gleaned from John 3:16 that our God loves. One of the things that I think of when I think of the word love is GIVING. • My friend Billy appeared to be a picture of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fireproof Faith

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 19, 2012

When we are faced with the opportunity to compromise, we must stand firm.

Fireproof Faith February 15, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: When we are faced with the opportunity to compromise, we must stand firm. Focus Passage: Daniel 3:13-31 Supplemental Passage: ’Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Death Proof Ministry

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 16, 2015

A sermon examining the opportunity to leave behind a legacy of faithful Christian service.

How To Have A Death Proof Ministry Acts 6:8-15 (January 2023) There are certain people throughout the history of this church who have left a lasting legacy. There are others that I never had the privilege to meet because they went to glory long before I arrived. But their stories, legacies ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Make Straight The Way Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 27, 2020

Pray for Opportunities; Study the Scriptures; Live Honestly; Point People to Jesus

MAKE STRAIGHT THE WAY JOHN 1:19-28 #JOHN1 CHILDREN’S SERMON BEFORE THE SERMON (kid's staying in the service this particular day) Today in the sermon, I will be talking all about a guy by the name of John the Baptist. I am not sure what you all know about John the Baptist. What do you ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reaping What You Sow In Relationships Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 6, 2024

In relationships, we have the opportunity to sow seeds of love, kindness, and compassion.

As believers, we understand that our actions have consequences. This principle is beautifully illustrated in Galatians 6:7-8, which says, "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:12, Proverbs 18:19

Chapter 4:2-18 Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 6, 2025

God never leads away from ministry but to greater opportunity and burden.

A. INTRODUCTION: THE SETTING 1. What do we know about the writer? a. Paul, verse 18. b. In prison, “Remember my bonds” (v. 18). c. Many fellow workers. d. More concern for them than for himself. 2. Who brings this letter? Tychicus. “Whom I have sent to you” (v. 8). 3. Who came with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:18

Denomination: Baptist

I Love The Lord

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Apr 16, 2005

As Christians we cease every opportunity to display our love for the Lord.

"I Love the Lord" Reverend Antonio L. Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church Introduction: I. Real Christian faith lies, not in outward Christian observances but in the reality of inward religious experience. a. It is not enough just to have a church home and go to church, but the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Pray For The Peace Of Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001

APPRECIATE AND PROMOTE EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO WORSHIP THE LORD TOGETHER WITH THE PEOPLE OF GOD

BIG IDEA: APPRECIATE AND PROMOTE EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO WORSHIP THE LORD TOGETHER WITH THE PEOPLE OF GOD INTRODUCTION: OT context = Jerusalem as the center of worship with the Temple as the House of God; Dispensational approach will see Jerusalem again prominent in the context of worship in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Heart For Soul

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007

Christians have a duty to evangelise. Every divine encounter is a divine opportunity.

A HEART FOR SOUL ACTS 9:3-4 As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” Talking of divine appointments? Many Christians are not good at utilizing the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Paradox Of Manure Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 6, 2007

It is often life’s inconveniences and discomforts that produce the greatest opportunities for grace!

THE PARADOX OF MANURE Mark 6:30-44 {NIV} Sermon #2 from the “Life on the Farm” Sermon Point: It is often life’s inconveniences and discomforts that produce the greatest opportunities for grace! SERIES INTRO: We are beginning a sermon series today from Mark’s Gospel called “Life on the Farm.” It ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Nazarene