Sermons on Personal Resolution:

What’s Your Vision Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 27, 2018

The best resolution is to be able to say, “…we have the mind of Christ.”

What’s Your Vision Grasping God’s New Year’s Revelation The Bible says, “Where there is no vision, the people perish: But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” Another translation says, “Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint, but blessed is he who keeps the law.” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1 Thing Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019

What if you could only get 1 thing from God in the New Year? What would that 1 thing be?

One Thing I. Introduction Crowded. Pressed. Overwhelmed. Panicked. Pressured. Distracted. Pursued. Sleepless. Scattered. Scared. Shattered. That sounds like I am talking about Walmart on Christmas Eve doesn't it? However, the truth is I am describing what seems to be the consistent condition ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

"all Things New, A New Year Message"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 14, 2022

For many of us, a new year is a time for resolutions and getting rid of bad habits. Today is January the 8th…so far, so good! Someone was writing down New Year resolutions: “Gain weight, save less money, set realistic goals.”

Norman Vincent Peal spent New Year’s Eve in Rome. A friend warned him to stay inside his hotel for his own safety, because people have a habit of throwing old, unwanted things out their windows on New Year’s Eve. He explained, “If you should be walking down the street, you’re likely to have an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

Shake It Off Series

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 20, 2021

Faith does not stop you from getting bit – you can remove the teeth of foolishness – but you can’t remove the teeth of the world – but you CAN overcome it! It can become so engrained in you, the POWER of God – that it becomes second nature and muscle memory and you just DO what you always do!

Shake It Off! Recap Resolutions: 1. Become a Better Christian 2. Spend more time in fellowship 3. Get in spiritual shape Those 3 resolutions are fantastic! Remember the BONUS resolution? It was to have a Fantastic 2018! What does that mean? Well – if you put the three resolutions into your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:20-25, Acts 27:42-44, Acts 28:1-3, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:13, Acts 28:4, Acts 28:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Gist PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 27, 2023

Encourages perseverance in faith and spiritual growth, despite failures or disappointments, drawing inspiration from the dedication and determination in Luke 2:22-40.

Good morning, church. It's a joy to stand before you today, as we gather in this place of worship, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to draw nearer to Him. As we gather today, we find ourselves in the early days of a new year. A time of hope and expectation, a time when many of us are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: New Year's Eve, Reflections, Resolutions

Dealing With Issues Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 2, 2024

We must be sure that we are in God’s will and not our own.

Dealing with Issues Part 1 Text: Acts 15:1-12 Introduction 1. Over the past 27 years of ministry, I’ve learned a lot of lessons, and some of them were hard lessons. One of the most important lessons has to do with problems within the church. I’ve tried the just ignore it and it will go away and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Dealing With Issues Part 3 Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 2, 2024

we can avoid issues within the church if we live our lives according to the Bible.

DEALING WITH ISSUES: PART 3 Text: Acts 15:22-35 Introduction 1. Illustration: “I firmly determined that my mannerisms and speech in public would always reflect the cheerful certainty of victory – that any pessimism and discouragement I might ever feel would be reserved for my pillow... I adopted a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:22-35

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Challenge Of Dealing With Conflict: 5 Styles Of Conflict Resolution

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 23, 2021

Conflict in relationships, conflict in family, and conflict in churches are terribly difficult things to deal with. I myself have struggled a great deal in responding to conflicts and disagreements in a healthy manner.

Conflict in relationships, conflict in family, and conflict in churches are terribly difficult things to deal with. I myself have struggled a great deal in responding to conflicts and disagreements in a healthy manner. This is a tough challenge for my generation. We tend to want to flee, and run ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

10 New Year's Resolutions From Solomon, The Wise Man

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 1, 2018

Proverbs 3 offers a number of good principles for the New Year.

Introduction: A. I hope you had a Merry Christmas and I pray that together we have a blessed New Year. B. I thought you might enjoy learning the history of the “Baby New Year.” 1. Britannica.com reports that the original “Baby New Year” was born in ancient Greece. 2. It was their custom to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-35, Proverbs 3:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Truly Righteous Person Is Also Merciful.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 17, 2001

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent Matthew 1: 18-24 December 23, 2001 Title: “The truly righteous person is also merciful.”

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent Matthew 1: 18-24 December 23, 2001 Title: “The truly righteous person is also merciful.” Matthew tells the story of the origin and naming of Jesus, the Messiah, from Joseph’s perspective. We have precious little reliable information about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

New Year's Resolutions Require More Than Duct Tape

Contributed by Chris Mason on Jan 4, 2003

God through the death of His Son offers more than a quick fix, rather He offers a lasting solution!

INTRODUCTION The first week in January, has to be the most depressing week of the year! The holidays are over, all the family and friends are gone, the presents have all been opened, the Christmas candy has dwindled, and now it’s time to go back to work and school! What a drag! While I think ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Will Give My Talent Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 29, 2012

Resolutions that will change your life.

Five Life Changing Resolutions Part 5 I Will Give My Talent Matthew 25:14-15 Scripture Reading Matthew 25:14 For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods. 15 And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

I Think I Married The Wrong Person Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

The bond of marriage is grounded in the covenant- not in the ideal person.

OPENING SENTENCE: Some years ago there was a popular movie whose message was that somewhere in the world is a perfect soul mate made just for you in heaven- you just have to find him/her. INTRODUCTION: The movie, called “Made in Heaven” tells the story of two people who had a few chance encounters ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

One Resolution Every Christian Should Make (And Keep)

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 3, 2004

We should continually resolve, or purpose in our hearts, to magnify God in our lives by praising and giving thanks to Him without ceasing.

ONE RESOLUTION EVERY CHRISTIAN SHOULD MAKE (and keep) “Oh, that men would give thanks to the LORD for His goodness, And for His wonderful works to the children of men! For He satisfies the longing soul, and fills the hungry soul with goodness.” Psalms 107:8-9 It is customary at the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Failure Not Final Sermon Ii: Forgiveness Is The Key To Resolution Of Failure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 11, 2020

Despite failures, sins, mistakes, errors of judgment - God can turn a dysfunctional relationship into a wonderful reunion of joy if we will forgive as God has forgiven us and then act in good faith.

FORGIVENESS THE KEY TO THE FINAL RESOLUTION OF FAILURE Failure is not final with the Father. Forgiveness is the key to the resolution of a relationship failure such as a family feud that is longstanding and most likely rooted in a dysfunctional ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:41, Genesis 33:1-11