Sermons on Willful Decision:

David: "I've Fallen And I Can't Get Up" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 14, 2017

Avoiding Temptation & Sin, Decisions, Confession

OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - David: “I’ve Fallen and I Can’t Get Up” 2 Samuel 11:1-5 (p. 214) August 20, 2017 Introduction: Have you ever met someone who looks for a reason to say, “Gotcha.” Someone who finds some weird happiness in catching you in something? I heard about a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ready Or Not

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 5, 2023

To be ready for Jesus, to be ready for God, we have to be in the habit of turning Godward at every crossroads.

Procrastination. Putting things off. It’s a fault that most of us have had to wrestle with, one time or another. And you know what causes it? Do you know why people procrastinate? I’ve decided that we procrastinate when we don’t want to do what we know we ought to do. And so we wait for something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Should I Stay Or Should I Go? Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Feb 23, 2023

Difficult circumstances that move us to GROAN for wisdom are the same circumstances God uses to GROW us in wisdom

Should I Stay Or Should I Go? Act 21:1-26 One of the regular tasks I encounter as a pastor is I am often sought out for advice or counsel from people who are in the middle of making difficult decisions. All of us have to make difficult decisions at different times in our lives. Right now, our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Qualified To Decide-5 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 29, 2017

5 of 6. Paul rebuked the Corinthian Christians for trusting secular sources in rectify grievances among themselves. The Church is uniquely fitted to properly rectify personal grievances. Christians are qualified to rectify grievances thru Their...

QUALIFIED To DECIDE-V—1Corinthians 6:1-11 OR Qualified To Rectify *WARNING to parents about the ‘delicate’ subject matter of this sermon* Attention: Alerted Passenger: A passenger is in a plane enjoying the view of the clouds when a man with a packed parachute appears at the window. The man says ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Get Up And Look Again”

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 5, 2018

Have you tried and failed? God says, “Get up and try again!” Have you prayed and received no answer? God says, “Get up and pray again!” Have you believed for a miracle and nothing happened? God says, “Get up and believe a 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th 6th, 7th time!

“GET UP AND LOOK AGAIN” 1 Kings 18:20-46 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: INCENTIVE TO LEARN MATH 1. A boy was having trouble in public school with MATH. His parents tried tutoring him. His grades stayed so low his parents decided to move him to a Catholic school where strict nuns taught and all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Contest On Mount Carmel; A Biblical Model For Revival

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Mar 27, 2002

A biblical model for revival, from 1 Kings 18

THE CONTEST ON MOUNT CARMEL; MODEL FOR A BIBLICAL REVIVAL Elijah was driven with a passion that his apostate nation return to God. The contest on Mount Carmel provides a biblical model for revival both for us and for our nation. There are 9 elements of the contest on Mount Carmel in 1 Kings 18 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-41, 1 Kings 18:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wisdom's Way

Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 20, 2023

We are faced with choices everyday: what to prioritize in our schedule, how to spend our money, relate to people etc. We can choose each day to store up wisdom, to walk with integrity, walk on the path of righteousness, because the path and the direction you choose will determine your destination.

The focus on the prayer and fasting guide for today is for the children and teenagers of the church. Our church’s vision is to present every person fully mature in Christ. This includes everyone whether it is our children, teens, the young and old - every person whether married or single. Christ ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-16, Proverbs 2:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discerning God's Will: Tangible And Pragmatic Ways

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on Mar 27, 2023

Discerning God's Will: Tangible and Pragmatic Ways

Discerning God's Will: Tangible and Pragmatic Ways Introduction: One of the most important aspects of the Christian faith is discerning the will of God. Many people struggle with the concept of discernment because they often do not know how to hear God's voice. It is important for us to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-24

"Taking A Trip Out Of God's Will--Where Does It Lead?"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 20, 2003

God gives us choices so that our life can lead to a good journey and ending, blessed and productive.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches June 22, 2003 “Taking a Trip Out of God’s Will--Where Does it Lead?” Psalm 1:1-6 INTRODUCTION: How many of you have heard people say, “I didn’t have any choice in the matter?” Maybe you have made this statement yourself, “I didn’t have any choice.” When you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Qualified To Decide-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 8, 2017

1 of 6. Paul rebuked the Corinthian Christians because they trusted secular sources to rectify their personal grievances. Christians are fitted for properly rectifying personal grievances. Christians are qualified to rectify grievances thru their...

QUALIFIED To DECIDE-I—1Corinthians 6:1-11 OR Qualified To Rectify Attention: Computer Dating: A hopeful suitor logged onto match.com , the online dating service & registered his qualifications & his desires. He was looking for a young lady with four minimal qualities—she should be who was petite, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"can" Does Not Mean "will"

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 22, 2022

Just because we "can" do something does not mean that we "will" do it. This message discusses what is possible in our walk with God versus what is inevitable with Him as we walk by faith.

“Can” Does Not Mean “Will” Scripture: Hebrews 6:18-19; Hebrews 11:1; Philippians 4:12-13 The title of my message this morning is “Can Does Not Mean Will.” Simply put, just because you can do something does not mean that you will actually do it. The core definition of the word “can” is “to have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:18-19, Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can You Do This? Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 19, 2017

A study of the book of Job 39: 1- 30

Job 39: 1- 30 Can You Do This? 1 “Do you know the time when the wild mountain goats bear young? Or can you mark when the deer gives birth? 2 Can you number the months that they fulfill? Or do you know the time when they bear young? 3 They bow down, they bring forth their young, they deliver ...read more

Scripture: Job 39:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Would Be Happy If...? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 28, 2002

To live in daily happiness and Joy, we must make the right decisions.

I WOULD BE HAPPY IF? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I often ponder, -- I would be happy if ? -- Then I try to fill in the blank. I have asked friends, what would it take to make you happy? The answer varies greatly, but after accepting the answer, I press would you be happy ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:22, Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Running, Rebelling, Ignoring...bad Decisions--How Do We Handle Them?

Contributed by Brandon Robards on Aug 5, 2004

Dealing with friends and family that make bad decisions.

Running, Rebelling, Ignoring…Bad Decisions, How Do We Handle Them? Jonah 1:1-17 Jonah was given an order. God gave him a message and told Jonah to deliver it to Ninevah. It was cut and dry. No gray area here, just a direct message from God to travel to Ninevah and preach against the wickedness ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Ahkhareet Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 23, 2010

AHKHAREET is the Hebrew word for "that which comes after". Are you making decisions today in light of eternity?

AHKHAREET Edwin Thomas was a master of the stage. During the later half of the 1800’s in America there were few actors more successful than he was. At age 15 he starred in his first play, Richard III. He quickly established himself as a premier Shakespearean actor. In New York he performed ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:6-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance