Sermons on free choice:

A Better Choice

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

Christmas 2001 Jesus is a better Choice

John 10:7-10. A better choice for a better life Eric A. Snyder , Minister, Farwell Church of Christ December 23, 2001 In an average lifetime, the average American spends 3 years in business meetings, 13 years watching TV, Spends $89,281 on food, consumes 109,354 pounds of food, Makes 1811 trips to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Wise Choice

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Dec 30, 2006

A sermon for Epiphany-Year C.

“A Wise Choice” Sermon on Matthew 2:1-12 Epiphany-C December 31, 2006 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Voices And Choices

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 24, 2009

We have to be cautious because much like the original audience of Proverbs, we are in a marketplace of voices that compete for our time, attention and even our allegiance. Proverbs 1:7 reminds us that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

VOICES AND CHOICES Text: Proverbs 1:20 – 33 Matthew Henry once made the point that the book of Proverbs gives us a “…. necessary caution against bad company”. Matthew Henry’s comment reminds me of something I always heard when I was growing up which was “If you lie down with dogs, then ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

The Choices Of A Champion

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Sep 4, 2008

Christian victories don’t come by chance; they come by grace through faith. And each one of us must choose through faith again and again. Reworks a Purpose Driven Life sermon outline on keeping spiritual momentum.

The Choices of a Champion Hebrews 12:1-2 Sunday, August 24, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Christian victories don’t come by chance; they come by grace through faith. And each one of us must choose through faith again and again. All kinds of voices tell us to give up, back off, or take it easy. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Freedom Of Choice

Contributed by C Vincent on Jul 6, 2009

How choices chnge our lives

The Freedom of Choice Ps 47:4 He will choose our inheritance for us, the excellence of Jacob whom He loves. Illustration: The story of the hamster. (Susie) Adam and Eve given freedom to choose. Why did God put the tree there, knowing they would take from it? They could have changed things as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 47:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ignorant By Choice Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 25, 2011

Ignorant Christians do not generally have an intellectual problem, they have a spiritual problem. Let’s evaluate ourselves in light of three questions suggested by the text of Hosea.

Ignorant By Choice (from selected verses in Hosea 4-5) 1. What a great two weeks we had in Camp! It is worth all the effort we put into it. 2. But while our kids were enjoying camp, over in Norway, 92 youth we gunned down at a Labor Party youth camp. What a horrid crime. 3. This week, gay couples ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Choices & Results

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 2, 2011

In order to follow the example of Christ’s humility, we must be willing to lay down our rights and reputation for the sake of the gospel. We must humble ourselves and serve others as a bondservant of Christ. If we say, we follow Christ; do we really live

Opening illustration: At the 2009 Kansas high school state track championship, an unusual thing happened. The team that won the girls 3,200-meter relay was disqualified. But what happened next was even more unusual. The team that was awarded the state championship by default turned right around and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:4-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Choice Is Yours Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jun 24, 2011

At the end of the Sermon on the Mount Jesus makes it clear - we all face a choice as to the sorts of people we are going to be. Who are you?

Message Have you ever been watching a movie or tv show where they are driving in the car. It is amazing how long they can talk for and nobody is looking out the front windscreen. (Have a pretend conversation). Now, if you did that it real life you would be dead wouldn’t you. But the reality is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-29

Denomination: Baptist

Strange Choices

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

Describes the strange choices some of God's people have been called to make.

STRANGE CHOICES 2 Co 5:7 (For we walk by faith, not by sight:) INTRODUCTION: The Christian life will involve choices that may seem at odds with the world, and even the "believers" around you. If we walk with Christ, the Bible warns us that others will think we're strange. 1 Peter 4:3,4 "For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

A Choice To Make

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 19, 2011

I was thinking about whether there is just 'one thing' that is most needed in life. So I looked up that phrase…one thing. Here’s what I read in the Gospel of Luke

A choice to make… Jan. 2, 2011 Intro: - how would you rate your 2010? Good year? Bad year? Physically or spiritually? Do you feel closer to God or does it feel like He’s further away? - do you think you made good choices in 2010? - we’ve just had a busy season, busy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Choice Is Yours

Contributed by Jason Winters on Aug 7, 2010

Are we Christians in a purposeful manner, or do we accidental act like a Christian once ina while?

The Choice is Yours Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. Hebrews 13:7 (NIV) Daniel 1:8 KJV Numbers 14:24; 32:11-12 How do I seek God on Purpose? Follow Jesus all of our Days Joshua 14:8-10 B. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choices Of Security Series

Contributed by James E. Parks on Aug 16, 2010

Message about choosing the right people to connect with.

facebook was created to help you share and connect with the people in your life. One of the concerns people have when being on-line is security. How secure is the information that I am putting out there? I want to share and connect with those in my life, but not share all this information with ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Choice To Rejoice

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 9, 2010

We are not a victim of the circumstance. We have a choice to rejoice. Updated October 2020.

For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are three Scriptures readings prior to the Message. Today's assigned readings are: Zephaniah 3:14-20; Philippians 4:4-9; and Matthew 11:28-30. What a powerful message ....in the Gospel of Matthew and ....in Paul's letter ...to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, John 11:35, Isaiah 61:10-11, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Philippians 4:4-9, Colossians 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

The Reality Choice Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 11, 2010

The first choice is the Reality Choice... I acknowledge that I am spiritually bankrupt. I am powerless to overcome my tendency to do the wrong things and I need help.

Title: The Reality Choice Text: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:3 Thesis: The First Choice is the Reality Choice in which I admit that I need help; that I am powerless to control my tendency to do the wrong thing and that I need ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hope Choice Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 16, 2010

I believe that God exists, that I matter to him, and that gives me hope... hope that the God of all comfort and hope can help be become a more Christ like person.

Title: The Hope Choice Text: Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4 Thesis: I believe that God exists, that I matter to Him, and that gives me hope… hope that I can become a better person. Lenten Series: Life’s Healing Choices (Saddleback Resources) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational