Sermons on Choice:

Friction? Lift Up Your Head!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 20, 2022

FRICTION? Life has many friction points. We must learn CREATIVE USE OF CONFLICT. Life is about choices.

FRICTION? LIFT UP YOUR HEAD… By Wade Martin Hughes Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Luke 21:28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh. Luke 21:28 (MSG) When all this starts to happen, up on your feet. Stand tall with your heads ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:28, Isaiah 61:3, 1 Timothy 6:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Looking Forward To The Reward Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 23, 2023

This flesh of ours, when given the choice of visiting a prayer chapel or going to a wild party, pushes us to choose the party.

Fifth Sunday of Lent 2023 It’s very easy for us to be so taken with today’s Gospel that we push aside the short Epistle taken from St. Paul’s letter to the Church at Rome. So let’s look at what he is telling this relatively young community of Jews and Gentiles who have believed in the Gospel of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:12-14, Psalm 130:1-8, Romans 8:8-11, John 11:1-45

Denomination: Catholic

No Condemnation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 26, 2023

Explores the transformative power of the Spirit's indwelling, and how it impacts our lives, choices, and physical existence through spiritual sustenance.

Good morning, dear family of faith. It is indeed a joy to gather together in this sacred space, to lean into the warmth of fellowship, and to open our hearts to the transformative power of God's Word. I am reminded today of the words of Reinhard Bonnke, who once said, "In truth, I have done nothing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-11

Topics: Spirit, Flesh

Two Men, Two Ways, Two Destinies PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 19, 2023

Explores Psalm 1, emphasizing the stark choice between paths of righteousness or wickedness, and the resulting destinies of divine favor or destruction.

Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy to gather together in this sacred space, this sanctuary where we come to meet with God, to hear His Word, and to be transformed by it. Today, we stand on the threshold of a profound exploration of a text that has been a wellspring of wisdom for countless ...read more

Topics: Following God, Blessings

Love One Another PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Real love is not just an emotion, but a choice and an action that we must actively live out in our relationships to please God.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to explore the depths of what real love looks like in our lives and how we can actively live it out in our relationships. C.S. Lewis said, "Love is not affectionate feeling, but a steady wish for the loved person's ultimate good as far as it can be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:16

Topics: Real Love, Action

God Is Still With You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023

This sermon explores God's unfailing love, mercy, and grace, and how our present choices shape our divine destiny.

Good morning, dear friends. We are gathered here today, not by chance or coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here to delve into the richness of God's word, to seek His face, and to find solace in His promises. Opening Scripture Reading – Our focus today is the well-loved verse from the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Topics: Seed, Future Growth

The Response To The Gospel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

This sermon explores the divine plan of salvation, emphasizing our choice to accept God's love and the transformative power of repentance and baptism.

Hey there, family! I'm so excited to be here with you today. We've got an incredible message lined up that I believe is going to touch your hearts and uplift your spirits. We'll be taking a look at the foundation laid by Jesus and the apostles, the plan of salvation, and the Biblical way to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-39

Topics: Saved, Biblical Way

Salvation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the concept of salvation as a divine dance between our choice to follow Jesus and His powerful work to rescue us.

Good morning, church family. Today, we are diving into the heart of the Gospel, a message that's all about the power, the source, and the purpose of salvation. Our key verse is John 10:10, where Jesus tells us, "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Topics: Redeemer

Embracing New Beginnings SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 6, 2023

We've all made mistakes and poor choices. This sermon will guide you on how to embrace new beginnings in life.

HOW TO START FRESH: Preparing for the New Year Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) Do you desire a fresh start in your Christian life? Many of us have made mistakes and experienced setbacks and failures that have hindered us from fully enjoying the Christian life. But the good news is that God wants to give us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Topics: New Year's Day, Life Change

Bad Decisions #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

Waiting in times of struggle (either because of our own bad choices or God’s timing) is the ultimate action of faith.

What to eat, what to wear, who to respond to first, what to prioritize at work — each of us makes hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions each day. Some of these choices have larger consequences than others. For starters, who we choose to surround ourselves with, where we live, who we worship, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:2-6, Genesis 21:8-21, Genesis 25:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Couples Are Aligned By God For Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 24, 2024

While we have free will to make choices, God's sovereignty and guidance are at work in bringing couples together.

The Bible teaches that marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God. In Genesis 2:24, it is written, "Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." This verse highlights the importance of marriage and the role of God in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Psalm 37:23

Spiritual Complacency Series

Contributed by Klaus Mehrl on Jul 12, 2005

This Sermon contrasts the spiritual choices made by Lot, whose family was destroyed and Abraham. A serious Father’s Day message.

On this Father’s Day, and as we continue our series called "A Series of Unfortunate Behaviors", I want us to take a look, as it relates especially to fathers – who are the God ordained heads of their households – to look at the subject of Spiritual Complacency." And I want this to be a message that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Humility Is A Virtue, Not A Vice Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 28, 2006

Everyday and throughout the day, we choose between humility and pride. But how important is this choice? According to Peter, very important.

HUMILITY IS A VIRTUE, NOT A VICE (I Peter 5:5-6) 1. Humility can be one of the toughest challenges of the Christian life. 2. Leonard Bernstein was once asked which instrument was the most difficult to play. He thought for a moment and then replied, "The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nanny 911 - The Birth Of Jacob Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 11, 2006

God’s choice of Jacob to be the dominant brother teaches us that salvation is God’s doing from beginning to end.

We’re all familiar with the kind of TV shows parents don’t want their children to watch, you know, the ones with violence and bad language. But have you ever considered what shows children don’t want their parents to watch? I think Nanny 911 is one of such show. Nanny 911 is a television program on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:21-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Personal Holiness

Contributed by Alan Tison on Dec 16, 2003

Daniel’s early life reminds us that holiness is not reserved for super saints but ordinary people making extraordinary choices

Sermon Series: Sermon Title: Personal Holiness Text: Daniel 1:1-21 Page in Pew Bible: Introduction: As a child I used to sing the following song in Jr. Church… O BE CAREFUL LITTLE EYES WHAT YOU SEE O be careful little eyes what you see For the Father up above is looking down in Love O be ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:2-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ