Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Opportunity

Opportunity means a “favorable juncture of circumstances.” It is used five times in the King James Version in the New Testament, one of which is a parallel occurrence in the gospels. A consideration of these verses can be very thought-provoking.


First, in Matthew 26:16 (cf. Luke 22:6), Judas looked for an opportunity to betray the Lord. Do we look for opportunity to betray the Lord by our dress, our speech, or our conduct?


Second, in Galatians 6:10, they were to do good at every chance. How do we deal with our opportunities? Can you honestly say that you work hard at building up yourself and the Lord’s church?


Third, in Philippians 4:10, Paul understood that the Philippians would have helped him financially if they had the chance. Can people count on you? Are you available and ready to work?


Fourth, in Hebrews 11:15, the Old Testament worthies did not want to return to their past lives. They did not want an earthly homeland. Will we go back to our life of sin? The gospel demands a break with the past, so that sin can no longer reign in our mortal bodies.


What kind of opportunities will you follow? The need is great but there are not many laborers who are willing to use every opportunity!


Kyle Campbell

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