Don’t Kill What God is Growing: The Power of Untapped Potential by Roman Gutierrez | OGDEN CONF

Summary

What if the very thing you want most—revival, breakthrough, transformation—is already inside of you, waiting to be uncovered?

In this powerful sermon, Embracing the Untapped, Pastor Roman delivers a Spirit-filled message about the potential God hides in ordinary people and situations. Drawing from the story of Joash in 2 Kings 11–12, we’re reminded that God is shaping kings in hidden places. But will we be like Athaliah—killing future potential out of control or fear? Or like Jehoiada—nurturing and protecting what God is growing?

With gripping illustrations from the tragic life of billionaire Howard Hughes, biblical parallels to Nebuchadnezzar, and raw honesty about marriage, parenting, and discipleship, this message is a wake-up call for every believer.

Don’t quit too soon. Don’t kill what God is still forming. There’s gold under the struggle.

Chapters
0:00 – Introduction & Conference Testimony

1:06 – The Tragedy of Howard Hughes

4:30 – The Fall of Nebuchadnezzar

6:20 – Honoring God with Our Finances

8:00 – The Cornfield Principle: Blessing Others Blesses You

11:00 – $1K Offering Becomes a $10K Miracle

14:00 – The Rock and the Purse of Gold: Embracing Struggle

16:15 – Joash: The Hidden King

20:50 – Recognizing and Releasing Potential

23:40 – Marriage, Maturity & the Spirit of Athaliah

28:05 – Strong-Willed Wives & Passive Husbands

31:00 – Don’t Take the Reins Too Soon

33:35 – Churches Must Make Room for New Pastors

36:15 – The Danger of Wounded, Ambitious, or Dominant Spirits

41:10 – A Wife’s Prayers Can Mold a Man

42:50 – Marriage Sabotage: Separate Accounts & Hidden Goals

44:00 – Helicopter & Lawnmower Parenting

45:45 – Micro-Managing Destroys Potential

46:50 – The Power of Covering & Covenant

48:40 – Every Weapon You Need Is Already in the House

50:30 – From Homelessness to Hope: A Father’s Testimony

52:00 – Don’t Quit—There’s Gold Beneath the Rock

54:30 – Altar Call & Closing Appeal

What “untapped potential” has God placed in your life, your marriage, or your church?
Drop a comment below and share what you’re believing God to uncover. Let’s believe together for a breakthrough. 💥🔥

Show Notes

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