T.D. Jakes Sermons: Your Opposition is Your Opportunity [Part 1]
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Published 2014-07-14
TD Jakes begins by relating a pivotal moment in his life that caused him anxiety and how a different perspective helped him translate his opposition into an opportunity instead.
In many challenges we face, the only difference in how we deal with them is our outlook. We often can’t control what’s happening, but we can control how we face it. We can’t control others’ actions, reactions, and opinions, but we can control ours.
The only way to avoid conflict is to stay down and remove yourself from the fight -- as T.D. Jakes says, “play dead.” But playing dead is no way to live life.
We must stand up and act no matter the opposition. We do this by adjusting our vision and seeing opportunities where others only see opposition. T.D. Jakes points to Jesus as an example of this.
Jesus, during his ministry, was hated by some because they envied his power and influence. This made going to certain places more dangerous for him. Jesus, however, did not let his opposition hold him back from the opportunities. He focused on the reward, rather than the risk.
God, in His love and wisdom, presents you with golden opportunities. Don’t walk away from them because of opposition. Stand up, take action, and go forward knowing that the God who’s given you the opportunity will also stand with you and support you as you fulfill your purpose.
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