Sermons on Ask Rejoicing:

Grace Is The Difference

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 16, 2010

During a British conference on comparative religions, experts from around the world debated what, if any, belief was unique to the Christian faith. The debate went on for some time until C. S. Lewis wandered into the room. "What is the rumpus all about

During a British conference on comparative religions, experts from around the world debated what, if any, belief was unique to the Christian faith. They began eliminating various possibilities. Incarnation? Other religions had different versions of gods appearing in human form. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Anglican

Believe 22 - Joy Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 5, 2015

Looking at Christian virtue and Fruit of the Spirit - Joy.

BELIEVE 22: Joy April 19, 2015 Well, I’m blowing up this balloon for a reason. In a moment, I’m going to ask Jeff to turn off the sound, and maybe, just maybe, I’ll get some of this hot air out of me, and will be too out of breath to preach too long! NOT! Blow up ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Ever Change?

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 11, 2003

The child of God can rejoice when considering the ways in which God cannot change...and further rejoice when considering the ways in which He does change!

DOES GOD EVER CHANGE? “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.” James 1:17. God, Himself, never changes but there are times when He changes His mind or alters His decrees. Let us ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6

Denomination: Baptist

I Choose Joy

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 15, 2024

This message is about our ability to experience joy even during the worst times of our lives. God's joy is not based on our circumstances, but on the One we serve.

I Choose Joy Scripture: James 1:2-4; Nehemiah 8:10; Proverbs 17:22; Luke 6:45 Good morning Strangers Rest – didn’t we have a good sermon last week? Rev. Bobo’s message on how to win souls, if we take it to heart, prepares us for witnessing to our neighbors on September 8th during our Church on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is This Girl And Why Is She Singing?

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Nov 28, 2007

Exposition of Luke 1:46-56

Who is This Glad Girl and Why is She Singing? Luke 1:46-56 All the Whos down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot But the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville did not… So begins the classic tale How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Theodore Geisel, a. k. a. Dr. Seuss. Do you know the story? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

How To Stay Up In A Down Time

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 6, 2013

1. Rush to the Lord for refuge (vs. 1-3 & 5). 2. Rejoice in the Lord (vs. 4) 3. Roll your cares on to the Lord (vs. 5). 4. Receive the Lord’s righteousness (vs. 5-6) 5. Rest in the Lord (vs. 7-9)

How to Stay Up in a Down Time Psalm 37:1-9 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Nov. 7, 2012 *Do you ever fret? -- Charles Spurgeon tells us that to “fret is to worry, to have the heart burn, to fume, to become vexed” (angry, irritated, agitated, annoyed). (1) *Anybody ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Living For God Today

Contributed by Tony Lee on Sep 7, 2014

This teach us the best way to serve God, the best way to break habits, and over come problem that Satan throw in our path. This sermon will make people better Christians and help them have a more consistent relationship with God .

Sermon Text: Psalms 118: 24 24) This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Introduction: Psalms 118 has no title which tells us who was the writer of this particular Psalmist. The many quotations in the New Testament from Psalms 118 doesn’t give any ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's All Good

Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010

No matter how hard it may seem, as Christians we also are supposed to rejoice in all things.

It's All Good by Steve Keeler Romans 8:28 "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." "Once upon a time." How long has it been since you heard a story that began like that once upon a time? Well, we're ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, John, And Joy: Listening To The Right Prophet

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Dec 22, 2019

Sermon for Advent 3, year C. John the Baptist sent his disciples to Jesus wanting to know why Jesus allowed him to remain in jail. Jesus quoted the prophet Isaiah back to him, and said, "rejoice."

Preparing for 2020 John, Jesus, and Joy: Listening to the right prophet. I do not wear pink very often (unless I lose a bet, like today…). But, there is one service in the church year where the priest can wear pink vestments. Rose Sunday, or the Sunday of Joy… Today. I didn’t want to wear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-12, Isaiah 11:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Third Sunday Of Advent, Year C: Advent Joy On Gaudete Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 21, 2024

How many admonishing or warning songs or hymns can you find?

Today the Church takes a break from the penitential color violet (often referred to as purple) which symbolizes penance particularly because Pilate dressed Jesus in a purple robe to mock his kingship. Today, however, is Gaudete Sunday and the color is Rose (often referred to as pink) as we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:10-18

Denomination: Catholic

Psalm 100 - Rejoicing As You Enter God's Presence Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 9, 2024

You cannot meet God and remain the same. You will be changed by an encounter with Him.

A. PSALM 100 (ELT) “Lord, I shout with joy to You; everyone from every nation joins me. I worship as I enter Your presence with singing because You, Lord, are my God. You made us and we belong to You; we are Your people and the sheep of Your pasture. Lord, I come into Your gates giving thanks; ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 34:1-2 - Part 1 - Blessing, Praise And Rejoicing Following Deliverance Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 25, 2025

Psalm 34 is a beautiful Psalm and we will explore it in about 8 messages. For today we look at the praise, blessing, and rejoicing that follows deliverance. David was delivered from the hand of Achish, and this psalm resulted.

PSALM 34:1-2 - PART 1 - BLESSING, PRAISE AND REJOICING FOLLOWING DELIVERANCE [1]. INTRODUCTION TO PSALM 34 We are going to consider the first 2 verses of this most glorious Psalm today. This Psalm is really uplifting in great comfort. Let us enjoy these verses. Every so often in the bible ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-2, John 7:45-46, Hebrews 4:12, Mark 16:9, Luke 7:45-47, Luke 8:33-35, 1 Samuel 21:10-15, 1 Samuel 22:1, Matthew 6:13, Philippians 4:4, 1 Thessalonians 5:16, John 11:35, Psalm 30:5, Psalm 137:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, Our Joy And Delight Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 13, 2014

To show that JESUS' quick obedience have brought love and perfection in us, because His Life is lived in and through us.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have quick obedience? No. I have no part at all. I'm a doer of GOD's words. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS' quick obedience have brought love and perfection in us, because His Life is lived in and through us. IV. TEXT: Isaiah 11:3 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting Fit: Worship Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 9, 2011

We're to strive for our worship to be both reverent and filled with rejoicing. In order to do that we're going to have to rethink a few things.

Getting Fit: Worship Hebrews 12:28-29 Rev. Brian Bill 1/9/11 How many of you participated in “White Elephant” gift exchanges over Christmas? The background to this crazy tradition comes from ancient Asia, where white elephants were the ultimate pampered pets. Because they were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Plugging The Leak In Your Joy Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2006

Billy Sunday observed "If there’s no joy in your religion, you’ve got a leak in your faith." In a world that is often discouraging and frustrating, how can a Christian keep the Joy of the Lord as their strength?

OPEN: In 1937 architect Frank Lloyd Wright built a house for industrialist Hibbard Johnson. One rainy evening Johnson was entertaining distinguished guests for dinner when the roof began to leak. The water seeped through directly above Johnson himself, dripping steadily onto his bald head. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ