On New Year's Day, I was disappointed to see my beloved Alabama Crimson Tide fall short against Michigan in overtime of the college football playoff semifinal. It came down to one decisive moment - a risky fourth down call that didn't pay off - ending Alabama's championship hopes.

As an Alabama fan, it was certainly hard to take. But as I reflected more on that game, I realized that decisive moments far more consequential than a single football play happen throughout all of our lives. The decisions we make in those pivotal moments can dramatically impact the trajectory of our lives.

I was reminded of this truth when I read a powerful sermon transcript about the most important decisive moment in human history. It describes Jesus' excruciating struggle in the Garden of Gethsemane on the night before his crucifixion. Knowing the horrif ...