Sermons on Decision Consequences:

A "Come To Jesus" Moment Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 5, 2017

A grieving father comes to Jesus to ask him to heal his dying son, and yet Jesus rebukes him. Why? What possible reason could Jesus have to be so harsh with this man?

OPEN: An instructor was conducting a seminar for executives and focusing on the topic of decision making. So he started out telling the story of 5 frogs sitting on a log. “Four of the frogs decide to jump into the water. How many frogs are there left on the log?” The class almost unanimously ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Did God Make Sin? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 18, 2021

The YouTube teacher named Joe Scott (Answers With Joe) once shared questions about Christianity that troubled him. And one of those questions was "Did God Make Sin?"

OPEN: A woman had volunteered to teach a Sunday School class for toddlers. She was teaching them about Creation, and she started the class by asking questions like “Who made the trees?” and “Who made the sun?” The children responded, “God did” and the woman She was pleased the children were quickly ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Conscientious Damage Control

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 28, 2003

Making a consciencious effort to control self inflicted storms in our lives.

Introduction : As we approach the beginning of a new year, we have the opportunity to look back on the last year and take a survey of our lives. We have the opportunity of a new beginning. Many people put down new year resolutions, but I think if we were honest with ourselves, we would admit that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why I Love The Church Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 27, 2006

describing the church of Jesus Christ

Why I Love The Church Part 2 March 12, 2000 AM – Danny L. Williams 1 Peter 2:4-8 Peter is saying we are lively stones. the church is full of Rock’s. It is a church full of lively stones. In your bulletin are the notes I encourage you to follow along. Let’s look together, there are four aspects ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fountain Of Smart

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

Learn a lot in this message on how to get wisdom.

The Fountain of Smart How To Get Wisdom 5/19/04 I. Introduction Sometimes it takes a child to reveal lasting wisdom. For example: · Patrick, age 10, said, “Never trust a dog to watch your food.” · Michael, 14, said, “When your dad is mad and asks you, "Do I look stupid?" don’t answer him.” · ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Weight Of Our Choices Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 19, 2025

This is the 6th Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

Series: In The Beginning… [#6] THE WEIGHT OF OUR CHOICES Genesis 4:1-26 Introduction: I know that we all talk about this often; but we need to be reminded of the weight of our choices. This passage tells the story of Cain and Abel, where we see the 1st choices made by humans in relation to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Praying Before Marrying Is Crucial Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 19, 2024

In this sermon , we'll explore the significance of prayer in choosing a life partner and why it's essential to seek God's will before tying the knot.

Marriage is a sacred union between two individuals, and choosing the right partner is a decision that can impact one's life forever. In the midst of excitement and emotions, it's easy to overlook the importance of seeking divine guidance. Praying before marrying someone can be a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-25

Freedom Of Choice And God's Omniscience

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on Mar 19, 2023

Reconciling our freedom of choice and God's omniscience

Introduction As we continue our sermon series on THE Nature of God, I think I need to expound on God’s omniscience and include where our freedom of choice begins and ends, we come to a topic that has perplexed theologians for centuries: the reconciliation of our freedom of choice and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:4, Deuteronomy 30:19

Seek Godly Counsel Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 3, 2025

in this sermon, we will explore why Christians should avoid seeking advice from those who do not fear God.

As Christians, we are called to live a life that is pleasing to God, and seeking counsel is an essential part of our decision-making process. However, it is crucial to seek counsel from godly individuals who fear God and are right with Him. Seeking ungodly counsel can lead to disastrous ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-14, Mark 10:17-22

Two Kinds Of Followers- The Kissers And The Cleavers (From The The Book Of Ruth)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 6, 2022

Today I want to preach about a wonderful love story in the book of Ruth.

The Book of Ruth is probably the most wonderful love story ever written. Illus: Benjamin Franklin—as you know, he was one of the fathers of our great nation. He was also the ambassador to France. And, when in France, he was a member of a literary society, and they were giving different readings ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Commitment Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 9, 2004

Discover how commitment restores hope for marriage.

We continue with the 5th message in our series, Restoring Hope for Marriage. This morning, we will look at commitment to our spouse in marriage. Cultural values, our job, the children, our hobbies, negative peer pressure and certainly our own selfishness, all compete with our commitment to our ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16

Denomination: *other

4 Mistakes In Dealing With Problems

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 31, 2006

Let’s look this morning Abraham, Sarah’s, and Hagar’s mistakes in dealing with their problems.

4 MISTAKES IN DEALING WITH PROBLEMS Genesis 16:1-16 INTRODUCTION: According to management expert Peter Drucker, managers do not generally spend a great deal of time making decisions. Decision making is, however, the task that has the most far-reaching consequences. It’s imperative that managers ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Authority Of Our Will

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 4, 2010

God gave man the ultimate authority to do whatever they wanted to do. In this sense He made us just like Him, we have the power of choice. It is always in our best interest when we choose to do what He has told us to do.

From the very beginning we can see that God has given man a free choice. Adam and Eve were disobedient against God’s specific commandment. The result for them was spiritual death and eventually physical death. Why didn’t God stop them from this disobedient act knowing full well the outcome? He ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Letting God Be God In Death #1 Series

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003

This is the first in a series of message dealing with Letting God Be God in all areas of our lives. This offering is an attempt to show how we can allow God be God God when we experience the pain and perplexity of Death.

“In the first month the whole Israelite community arrived at the Desert of Zin, and they stayed at Kadesh. There Miriam died and was buried.” On Saturday a week ago, I went to King’s Convenience Store across the way to procure some nutriment for my body, because I had become famished. And while I ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:1

Denomination: Baptist

Counting The Cost Of A King Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 24, 2022

Israel demanded a king and rejected God as their king. God made a new covenant with King David. In David’s offspring a king would rule forever. Israel rejected God but they did not thwart his sovereign purposes for man. In Jesus Christ both the Sinai covenant and David’s covenant are fulfilled.

It is tragic when we give something more priority than we give God. Sporting events can develop character and teach young people positive lessons but if that sport ever came between that person and God, it is wrong. Even humanitarian projects which are serving human need in a ministry, if they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-21

Denomination: Baptist