Decision
In the biblical context, the concept of "decision" often relates to the act of choosing or determining a course of action in accordance with God’s will. Decisions in the Bible are frequently associated with moral and spiritual discernment, reflecting the importance of choosing righteousness and obedience to God. For instance, Joshua challenges the Israelites in Joshua 24:15, urging them to "choose this day whom you will serve," highlighting the significance of making intentional choices in one's faith and devotion.Moreover, biblical wisdom literature emphasizes the necessity of seeking divine guidance in the decision-making process. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises believers to "trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." This encapsulates the biblical view that decisions should not only be based on human reasoning but should involve a reliance on God’s wisdom and instruction. In this light, a decision is not merely a personal or pragmatic choice but a spiritual commitment to align oneself with God’s purposes.
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Multitudes in the Valley of Decision
By Charles E. Fuller1.6K50:15PSA 46:7PSA 87:3JOL 3:14PHP 3:21In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus Christ as one's personal Savior. He warns that those who do not believe in the name of the Son of God are already condemned and will face the wrath of God. The preacher urges the audience to come to Christ while the door of grace is still open. The sermon also references the prophecy of Joel, highlighting the significance of the end-time events leading up to the Second Coming of Christ.
Sunday #2 Decision
By J. Edwin Orr2.0K40:52ACT 26:19ROM 10:8ROM 10:12COL 2:9In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of repentance in the message of the gospel. He mentions that although the word "repent" is not explicitly mentioned in the six verses he references, the apostle Paul never gave up preaching repentance. The preacher shares personal anecdotes to illustrate the significance of getting the facts right and the importance of making decisions. He then delves into the questions of who must decide, why, how, what the decision involves, and where and when these decisions take place, all of which can be found in the six verses he references.
Choose You This Day
By Gary Ellison1.3K47:46In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for believers to stand alone and demonstrate their faith in God. He highlights the importance of personal transformation through a relationship with Jesus and invites others to know Him personally. The preacher also emphasizes the need to repair the altar in families and churches, symbolizing a return to true worship. He uses the story of Elijah on Mount Carmel to illustrate the conflict between evil and compromise, and the necessity of rebuilding the altar and seeking God's fire to fall.
Deciding for Jesus
By Dick Woodward67223:40MAT 5:13MAT 7:13MAT 7:21In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not just talking about Christianity, but actually living it out. He highlights that Jesus was not looking for people who could lecture or debate theology, but rather those who would understand, apply, and obey His teachings. The speaker also discusses the challenge of two men sitting in a pew, asking the audience to reflect on which type of person they are - one who is part of the solution or part of the problem. The sermon concludes with a poem that encourages people to continue doing good and persevering, even in the face of opposition.
Great Decisions of the Bible
By Vance Havner5.1K37:162SA 6:1In this sermon, the preacher highlights the tragedy of the church being preoccupied with trivial matters instead of focusing on the supernatural. He emphasizes the need for the church to examine the Word of God and seek God's ways rather than following the ways of the world. The preacher criticizes the church for becoming copycats of popular culture and treating the gospel as entertainment. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining reverence and awe in worship and warns against losing sight of God's presence in the pursuit of modern ideas and activities.
2017 - the Year When We Decide
By Carter Conlon3.1K36:55GEN 12:1MAT 6:33MAT 11:16In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for the Church of Jesus Christ to return to its purpose and trust in the power of the Holy Spirit. He challenges believers to make a decision in 2017 to be the people of God and believe that they can make a difference. The preacher warns against being involved in sinful pursuits, such as pornography, and encourages individuals to trust in God's power to turn away from these wrong paths. He also highlights the tragedy of the Church being mixed with worldly ways and urges believers to have biblical thinking and live in obedience to God. Throughout the sermon, the preacher references biblical passages, such as Proverbs and the promises of God to guide, protect, and bless His people.
(First Baptist Church) #7 - Decision
By J. Edwin Orr3.1K48:33MAT 6:33ROM 10:8In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal anecdote about his experience as a sports reporter and the importance of getting the facts right. He emphasizes the need to ask questions about who, why, how, what, where, and when in order to accurately report a story. The speaker then relates this concept to the word of faith and salvation, stating that the word of faith is as close as our lips and hearts. He reads from Romans chapter 10, highlighting the importance of confessing with our lips and believing in our hearts that Jesus is Lord for salvation. The sermon concludes with a story about a tired pilot looking for a place to rest and asking for light in the midst of snoring.
The Valley of Decision
By Chuck Smith2.2K32:011KI 18:24ROM 12:19HEB 10:26In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of choosing to serve either God or the world. He warns against being indecisive and divided in devotion. The speaker references the story of Elijah on Mount Carmel, where he challenged the people to choose between serving Jehovah or Baal. Elijah demonstrated his faith in God by rebuilding the altar and pouring water on the sacrifice, despite the drought. The sermon concludes with the reminder that serving God should be the master passion of one's life.