Opportunity Within The Obstacle (Mt. 14:25-33)

Read Matthew 14:25-33.

When the "storm" of life is fierce, and the "wind" of adversity is howling, there could be opportunity for you to do something you never attempted, something others would avoid.  During the storm and wind, Peter walked on water as he responded to Jesus' invitation.  This account ranks as Peter's finest attempt (His sermon in Ac. 2:14-36 isn't bad either.)  One of his finest accomplishments happened in one of his most threatening moments.

Are you in one of life's "storms" right now?  Is the howling "wind" of adversity threatening your hope?  Within the obstacle could be an opportunity.

Opportunity Without Ability (2 Kin. 19:1-4)

• The opportunity is exciting.  Birth!  Life!  Newness!
• Opportunity requires ability.  Strength to deliver.  The greatest moment of weakness comes just before the breakthrough.
• When you lack strength, seek the Lord (cf. Isa. 40:31).  Adopt a posture of humility and dependence.
• The breakthrough comes from the Lord, but it is implemented by the remnant.  Pray for the remnant.  The remnant must not get distracted by secondary interests.