Sermons on Biblical Happiness:

"The Need For Vision"

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 17, 2008

(Prov 29:18 KJV) Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

"THE NEED FOR VISION" (Prov 29:18 KJV) Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. 1. Any successful endeavor requires a vision. We must have a vision. a. The word "vision": 1) Literally means the ability to see things that are visible 2) ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Never To Old

Contributed by Steve Keeler on May 9, 2010

It was discovered that longevity and happiness in our old age requires a purposeful lifestyle with ongoing relationships, and sustained involvement.

Never Too Old by Steve Keeler Scripture Psalm 71:9, 14-18 "Do not cast me off in the time of old age; Do not forsake me when my strength fails. But as for me, I will hope continually, and will praise You yet more and more. My mouth shall tell of Your righteousness and of Your salvation all day ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:9-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Garments For New Year 2013 Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 31, 2012

I have actually given the recipe for a fun-filled, happy 2013! Read, do them and enjoy!

Garments for New Year 2013 Blessings start unfolding as we make changes in our life! Today we get to hear a lot of sermons on blessings, promises of God and so forth, but it is of paramount importance to also know how we could get them in our life. Is it not? I have actually given the recipe for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Good Shepherd

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 20, 2013

In this passage, our Psalmist writes from the perspective of a sheep that is happy that His Shepherd cares about him.

Psalm 23:1-6 Intro: What a wonderful Shepherd we have. What a privilege it is to be part of His flock. In our passage we see the psalmist writing as if he were one of the sheep in the Good Shepherd's flock. Recognizing the virtue and value of his Shepherd, he now wants ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Telling Your Story Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 17, 2016

God wants to use your story to give someone else’s story a happy ending.

Telling Your Story Text: Acts 26:1ff Introduction 1. Illustration: In his book, Just Walk Across The Room, Bill Hybels says, "Our affinity for stories begins at an early age, as little kids begging weary parents, "read it again, read it again.!" As we become mature, contributing members of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32

Denomination: Methodist

Heaven, We Are Dying To Live There Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 15, 2016

We naturally fear death. However, it is a blessed/happy event for Christians to move from this life to the next.

1. Back in 2014, Andy Russell of Tarzana, CA passed away. His three year old grandson, Bobby wanted to know what had happened to his grandfather. His parents told him, "Grandpa was so sick and felt so bad that God did not want him to hurt any more so he sent the angels to get him." Astonished, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Bigger Than My Insecurities Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

You’ll never truly find happiness until you are concerned for other people’s joy.

Insecurity is the general unease we experience when we lack certainty and confidence in life. Today, I want you to see how a big God secures your peace, composure and happiness. The Bible shows us where the inner springs of joy and harmony are found in a believer’s life. Find Philippians 4 with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

Roots - Growth In Character Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

In God’s plan you can have fruitfulness, happiness and fulfillment, you can have a breakthrough.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. If God has called you to a certain place, at a certain time, for a certain job, to fulfill your certain dream, no matter how unfruitful it may look. Grow where God plants you and be fruitful. 2. Edmund McIlhenny had a beautiful plantation in Louisiana before Civil War destroyed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-33, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Empty Promises Of Idol Worship. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

Idol worship is a subtle yet deadly trap that promises success and happiness but delivers only disappointment and emptiness.

Idol worship is a subtle yet deadly trap that promises success and happiness but delivers only disappointment and emptiness. Today, we'll explore the consequences of worshipping idols and the true source of fulfillment. In 1 Samuel 5:1-5, we see the Philistines' idol, Dagon, fallen and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:1-5, Psalm 115:4-8, Isaiah 42:17

Ecclesiastes: The Meaninglessness And Mundanity Of Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 15, 2024

Explores the futility of seeking fulfillment in worldly pursuits, emphasizing the importance of finding significance and happiness in God alone.

Dear brothers and sisters, I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A warm welcome to each of you, whether you are a familiar face or a new friend. We gather here not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. We are bound together by the love of God, a love that transcends ...read more

Topics: Human Effort, God

Dealing With Depression

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 18, 2013

A tough sermon that addresses the reality of depression and how to deal with it from a Biblical perspective. Because of the subject matter there was no central scripture text, but a variety of passages that gave evidence to the fact that many Biblical cha

Well, good morning. Is anybody dealing with the winter blues? Anybody at all? Be honest. Of course you are. Because it’s January, there is snow on the ground, it’s cold out there, and the Steelers are not going to be in the Super Bowl. We all experience the winter blues, but if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-5

Denomination: Christian Church

Walking In Wisdom Series

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Jun 4, 2008

The reason for this is that God is more interested in developing wisdom through your character than making sure life is comfortable for you. God is more interested in making your life holy than He is in making your life happy. We can be reasonably happy

OPENER: Who Want’s To Be A Millionaire Trivia Game (available on powerpoint by request) Fitting into Your World: Congratulations on your physical prowess in dealing with everyday obstacles. For instance— You probably navigated stairs expertly by shortening their strides and lowering their ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Due To Forgiveness

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you always happy? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that happiness came from our knowledge that all our sins in this lifetime are all forgiven by the LAMB of GOD. IV. TEXT: Psalms 32:1-2 (Ampli

I. EXORDIUM: Are you always happy? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that happiness came from our knowledge that all our sins in this lifetime are all forgiven by the LAMB of GOD. IV. TEXT: Psalms 32:1-2 (Amplified Bible) [A Psalm of David.] A skillful song, or a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sermon On The Mount / The First Three Beatitudes Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Mar 3, 2022

In the Beatitudes, Jesus states eight or nine things which result in us being 'blessed' - meaning, happy or fortunate. They are right at the heart of being right with God and they are very different to the things which most people think will make them happy or fortunate.

INTRODUCTION Last week we finished our series of six talks on the theme ‘Great Messages of Encouragement’. We’re now starting a new series of talks on the Sermon on the Mount. I don’t know how many talks we’ll have on it, but it will be more than six! What is ‘the Sermon on the Mount’? Well, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

“transforming How I See And Use Money” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 10, 2014

God wants to teach us how to be biblically shrewd with money.

Jesus talked more about money than heaven or hell. Half of His parables are about money. In Matthew, Mark and Luke, one out of every six verses is about money or money management. Why? Because money influences our lives for either good or bad. If you don’t learn to manage your money, it will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist