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Maranatha Bible Church

Chicago

Sermon Study Guide

Choose You This Day Whom Ye Will Serve - Brother Keith Daniel

Brother Keith Daniel|Monday, October 16, 2017

Scripture References

Joshua 24:15Joel 3:14Acts 24:24Acts 26:271 Kings 18:212 Corinthians 6:2Isaiah 55:6Acts 17:30Ecclesiastes 8:8Hebrews 9:27Revelation 20:12-15Ezekiel 33:11Romans 6Romans 5:1

Sermon Summary

Brother Keith Daniel delivers a powerful exhortation on the urgency of choosing Christ today. Using harrowing real-life testimonies and a rapid-fire succession of Scripture, he warns that death is certain and the 'convenient season' for salvation may never come.

Key Takeaways

1Salvation is an immediate priority; delaying repentance is a dangerous gamble with eternity.
2No one has power over the day of their death; it often comes suddenly and without further warning.
3God's warnings through His Word and His servants are acts of mercy intended to lead to life.
4The 'cost' of following Christ is nothing compared to the devastating consequences of a life of sin and rebellion.
5True peace with God is only found through being justified by faith in Jesus Christ.

Discussion Questions

Use these questions for small group discussion or personal reflection.

1Brother Keith Daniel mentioned that many people wait for a 'convenient season.' What are some common excuses people use to delay following Christ today?
2How do the stories of sudden tragedy in the sermon affect your understanding of God's mercy and judgment?
3What does it mean to be 'almost persuaded' like King Agrippa, and why is that state so dangerous?
4The sermon contrasts the death of the wicked with the death of the righteous. How does the hope of the Gospel change our perspective on the 'sting of death'?
5One young man in the sermon cried out that it 'costs too much' to be a Christian. In light of eternity, what is the actual cost of rejecting Christ?
6How can we develop a sense of urgency for the souls of others without becoming fearful or despairing?

Application Points

Practical ways to apply this message to your life.

Identify any areas of your life where you are 'halting between two opinions' and make a firm decision for Christ today.
If you have not yet repented of your sins, do not wait for a more 'convenient' time; seek the Lord immediately.
Reflect on the fragility of life and let it motivate you to share the Gospel with urgency with those around you.
Examine your heart for the 'witness of the Spirit' to ensure you have truly passed from death unto life.
Commit to walking in the light God has given you, refusing to let pride prevent you from seeking Him.

Personal Reflection

Take time to quietly reflect on these prompts.

How is the Holy Spirit speaking to me through this message?

What areas of my life need to change in light of this teaching?

Who can I share this truth with this week?

What is one specific action I will take as a result of this sermon?

Prayer Points

Thank God for His Word and the truths revealed in this message.
Pray for understanding and wisdom to apply what you've learned.
Ask the Holy Spirit to help you live out these truths in your daily life.
Pray for others who heard this message, that they too would be transformed.

Notes

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