Sermons on Big Decisions:

The Folly Of Seeking The Comfortable Life Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 24, 2002

This passage forces us to make a decision about what kind of life do we want? Do we want a life dependent on things of this world or a life with no guarantee of any of the world’s goods but close to God?

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 32 “The Folly of Seeking the Comfortable Life” Luke 12: 13-24 Every day of our lives we are being pulled in a number of different directions on one hand we have family responsibilities pulling us one way; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart To Honor Authority - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2005

It’s easy to submit to someone in authority when we agree with them. But what if those in authority over us aren’t "good" men? What if they make immoral decisions? What if they are mean, spiteful, and dangerous?

OPEN: The first words that a child says always seem so cute. Brad’s baby daughter’s first word was “Wow!” Other children learn to say “mommy” or “daddy.” But there is a word that children learn to say that’s not quite so cute. Do you know what it is? That’s right: “No!” As they grow older we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Dad Hears From Jesus' Father

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 15, 2006

Joseph’s DILEMMA, Joseph’s DREAM, & Joseph’s DECISION. An earthly dad meets the Heavenly Father and is forever changed. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation, + many more Christmas Sermons.

Jesus’ Dad Hears From Jesus’ Father Matthew 1:18-25 ----- http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html ----- Matthew presents the birth of Christ from the vantage point of His earthly dad (Joseph was not the father). God was the Father who planted His sinless seed into the virgin womb of Mary, who was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

"Our Determination For Victory!" Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Nov 25, 2006

The is the final message from a series I have been preaching in Joshua. The whole crux has been about living in victory, and this wraps it up with making a decision to serve the Lord, and having the devotion to actually do it.

“Our DETERMINATION for Victory!” [Our Decision…Our Resolve] TEXT: Joshua 23:8 & 24:14-18 ****************************************************** ****************************************************** Praise the Lord! We are still on course for VICTORY!? In fact, VICTORY is ours as we move ...read more

Denomination: Other

Shaken, Not Saved

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Nov 10, 2007

How many times has God’s Word convicted you, but you have tried to put any decision to follow through on what God has told you to do off until a later date.

Shaken, Not Saved Have you ever had an experience that has left you a bit shaken? Losing a loved one? Been involved in or seen a terrible accident? When someone close to us has been diagnosed with a life threatening illness? — all of these experiences can shake us up. How about when God’s word ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Well In Life Through Consistency

Contributed by Greg Addison on Jan 14, 2009

One of the hardest and most difficult challenges in life is to stay consistent. It seems like all of life is designed to force us onto a rollercoaster. On that roller coaster, we are always challenged with decisions and struggles which are perfectly and i

TITLE: Finishing Well through Consistency TEXT: Joshua 14:6-12 INTRODUCTION: One of the hardest and most difficult challenges in life is to stay consistent. It seems like all of life is designed to force us onto a rollercoaster. On that roller coaster, we are always challenged with decisions and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For The Light Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 4, 2011

This year, Christmas will fall on Sunday. This year people will be faced with a decision of whether Sunday worship will be a matter of "convenience" or "cost." What can we learn form the ministry of John the Baptist that will help us to make the right dec

Several years back a life-style management consultant surveyed about 1000 people about how they prepared for Christmas. What he found was this: · The average person spent up to an hour and 10 minutes a day during the last week of December bickering over holiday related plans such as what parties ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"4 Elements Of The Birth Of Jesus We Can Believe"

Contributed by Brad King on Dec 1, 2020

A challenge with basing our lives upon philosophical naturalism is that the birth narrative is full of God's supernatural mighty work. So we have a decision to make. Is the birth of Jesus to be viewed only as any other?

Matthew 1:18-25 offers four elements about the birth of Jesus we can believe. 1. We can believe the birth of Jesus involves supernatural origins. 1:18 2. We can believe the birth of Jesus involves supernatural interventions. 1:19-20 3. We can believe the birth of Jesus involves supernatural ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 19 - The Eternal Perspective Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 19, 2023

Though we live on this earth, it is important that we have an eternal perspective. We are all heading to one of two destinations, and may God help us to make the right decision so we can be with Him for eternity.

We read in Luke 23:43, Jesus said to him, "I can guarantee this truth: Today you will be with me in paradise." (GW) These are the words of Lord Jesus as he hung on the cross to the thief who was also hanging on a cross adjacent to Him. In his last dying moments, the man called out to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43, Luke 16:23, Luke 16:19-21, Luke 12:21, Luke 10:31-32, James 4:17, Luke 16:22-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

A Tale Of Two Fish Stories

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021

What do these two stories (Jonah and disciples called to be fisher of men) the have in common? The disciples were called to be fishers of people and Jonah got eaten by a fish. Both of these stories have elements of decision, opposition and courage.

A TALE OF TWO FISH STORIES Text: Jonah 3:1- 5, 10 Mark 1:14 – 20 Jonah 3:1-10  The word of the LORD came to Jonah a second time, saying,  (2)  "Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you."  (3)  So Jonah set out ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-5, Jonah 3:10

Denomination: United Methodist

The Book Of Ruth 3 Of 4

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022

This will be our third sermon on the Book of Ruth. We have been talking about Naomi, and how she and her husband made a bad decision to leave the Land of Israel and move to Moab due to a famine that came to Israel.

We always have to be careful about making decisions, BUT IT IS ESPECIALLY EASY TO MAKE A BAD DECISION DURING DIFFICULT TIMES. Illus: Many people make bad decisions: • In the midst of a MARITAL CRISIS. People get a divorce, but later they live to regret it • In the midst of a CHURCH CRISIS. People ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Works Of The Holy Spirit: Piety And Counsel Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on May 22, 2023

The piety and counsel of the Holy Spirit can be summed up in the word "guidance." The Holy Spirit is our guide and counselor, leading us to make wise decisions and helping us to live a life that is pleasing to God.

PENTECOST CELEBRATION. THE WORKS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT: SUB-THEME: PIETY AND COUNSEL Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel. May 22, 2023 "Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said, “Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; 23 for as I was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Securing The Throne Through Wisdom And Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter teaches us that godly leadership must be built on wisdom, obedience, and strategic decision-making. It is not enough to be anointed; to preserve what God has given, a leader must walk in spiritual sensitivity, boldness, and careful stewardship.

SECURING THE THRONE THROUGH WISDOM AND OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 2:1-46 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7; Deuteronomy 17:18-20; Joshua 1:8-9; Psalm 1:1-3; Ecclesiastes 8:5 INTRODUCTION: As David approached the end of his life, he called Solomon to his side and gave him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Keep Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2025

The Christian life is not a moment—it is a movement. It is not a single decision—it is a lifelong direction. When you placed your trust in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, you began the greatest journey of your life: the journey of discipleship.

Go! And Keep Growing in Christ Introduction: The Journey of a Lifetime The Christian life is not a moment—it is a movement. It is not a single decision—it is a lifelong direction. When you placed your trust in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, you began the greatest journey of your life: the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7, Philippians 1:6, Romans 12:2, 2 Timothy 2:2, Hebrews 5:12-14, Acts 16:31, 2 Peter 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Choose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of consciously choosing to serve Christ daily, understanding the consequences of our choices, and committing to righteousness.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together on this beautiful day, let's take a moment to bask in the warmth of God's love, a love that wraps us in its embrace, a love that is steadfast and never failing. We are all here because we have chosen Christ, chosen to accept ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

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