Sermons about Choosing Joy - SermonCentral.com

Jammin' With Joy Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Nov 14, 2002

based on 35 ratings

| 5,170 views

This is the final message in this amazing series that has shown us how to deal with our emotions in a positive way. This message will show you how to be Jammin’ with Joy

“How to Deal with the Way I Feel” part 5 (Jammin’ with Joy) Brian A. Moon A man working in New York City at a very stressful marketing job was asked to take the next 3 days off and spend time amongst the people of the city probing them with questions about some of the products that they were ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17, Psalm 92:4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jumping For Joy

Contributed by Chuck Carlson on Dec 20, 2002

based on 37 ratings

| 7,721 views

Joy is the result of gratitude in light of God’s grace to our guilt.

“Jumping for Joy” Luke 1:67-79 • What makes people jump for joy? A winning basket? Graduation? A new bike? • What makes you jump for joy? For Scrooge, it was more money! • Zachariah was jumping for joy in our text, but it was more than for a baby boy. Zach and Elizabeth had waited a long time ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 3, 2003

based on 94 ratings

| 13,787 views

Today, amid all the laughter of entertainment, parties and such we are a joyless society. I like joy; I like the genuine kind that starts deep down within and bubbles up to the surface. It is irrepressible, unstoppable and it is what Jesus died to bring

January 5, 2003 1And all the people gathered as one man at the square which was in front of the Water Gate, and they asked Ezra the scribe to bring the book of the law of Moses which the LORD had given to Israel. 2Then Ezra the priest brought the law before the assembly of men, women and all who ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

The Joy Of Habakkuk

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Nov 16, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 13,040 views

The joy of Habbakkuk, its source and how it can be applied to our lives.

The joy of Habakkuk Hab 3:16-19 16 When I heard, my belly trembled; my lips quivered at the voice: rottenness entered into my bones, and I trembled in myself, that I might rest in the day of trouble: when he cometh up unto the people, he will invade them with his troops. 17 Although the fig ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:16-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Joy Of Giving Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 19, 2004

based on 35 ratings

| 13,784 views

Giving is a joy if you love Jesus!

INTRODUCTION „X Comedian Flip Wilson told a story about a preacher and his church. A preacher was trying to get his people to be more enthusiastic about their church. The preacher said in his sermon: "If this church is going to get anywhere, it has to learn to crawl." The people said, "Let it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Journey To Joy

Contributed by John Slythe on Mar 6, 2003

based on 61 ratings

| 11,648 views

Joy is a Journey Experience. We have it, but every so often, we feel we suddenly need it.

The Journey To Joy Isaiah 55:6-13, “Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked man forsake his way and the evil man his thoughts. Let him turn to the Lord, and he will have mercy on him, and to our God, for he will freely pardon. For My thoughts are not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-13

Denomination: Christian Church

"Joy Stealers"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 23, 2003

based on 161 ratings

| 14,206 views

Although Paul was in prison, he remained "joyful." Paul warns us of five different "joy stealers" and offers ways in which to avoid them.

“JOY STEALERS” Phil. 4:4 “Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say, rejoice.” It is as much a command to "rejoice always," as it is to "not steal." An unhappy Christian is very unchristlike. Remember that the "Joy of the Lord is our strength." Today we will discuss five things that will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Morning

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 17, 2003

based on 66 ratings

| 25,783 views

There is something special to God about the early moments of the morning, and resurrection Sunday was the most special of them all.

Introduction I will extol thee, O Lord; for thou hast lifted me up, and hast not made my foes to rejoice over me. O Lord my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me. O Lord, thou hast brought up my soul from the grave: thou hast kept me alive, that I should not go down to the pit. Sing unto ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Anointed With Joy" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 18, 2003

based on 14 ratings

| 6,357 views

He counted it joy to pay for our sins and rise to give us life. The end of our road is joy with Him, who is worthy of the greater joy. (Part 4 in "The Road To Glory" Easter series)

“Thou hast loved righteousness and hated lawlessness; therefore God, Thy God, hath anointed Thee with the oil of gladness above Thy companions.” ----- “Joy is the very business of Heaven”. C. S. Lewis ----- In the beginning, God created. As He did so, and at the end of each creation day, He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:9

Denomination: Orthodox

The Foundation Of Joy Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003

based on 16 ratings

| 4,986 views

As we begin the book of Philippians we immediately discover the true source of Paul’s joy.

Philippians 1:1-6 Sunday, January 13, 2002 Have you ever asked yourself - "Why does pastor preach through a particular book?" Sometimes - there is a particular need in our congregation. Sometimes - the content of the book is needed as our theological anchor in the days in which live. Sometimes, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Suffering Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 7,967 views

In this message we see the Biblical truth about suffering.

Philippians 1:27-30 Sunday, February 10, 2002 It was June 1995. It was a typical day in the Todd household. Marlene and David were up and off to work and school respectively. I was in the shower and Melissa was paddling in the water in the kitchen sink to keep her occupied so I could finish my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Unity Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003

based on 14 ratings

| 6,109 views

Paul points us to the true source of biblical unity.

Philippians 2:1-4 Sunday, February 17, 2002 During my time at Bible College, the spiritual fad of the day was temperament analysis. Tim Lahaye’s book had just come out and everyone was trying to decide if they were sanguine, melancholic, choleric or phlegmatic. Sanguine was the outgoing person, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Joy

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004

based on 35 ratings

| 5,561 views

Explains that we can have joy even in bad situations because of trust in God, our hope in His future, and by the Holy Spirit.

Christian Joy Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Introduction: We know that God has provided peace for usâ€”and desires for us to experience peace. Likewise, God has provided joy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Joy Of Trials

Contributed by Darrell Tucker on May 21, 2004

based on 4 ratings

| 4,352 views

Every Christian needs endurance; God gives us trials to help us mature and build our endurance for the course ahead.

The Joy of Trials James 1:2-4 I. Do YOU have trials? a. Is there anyone who doesn’t?! i. Chirpy the parakeet – News story about a parakeet that was mistakenly sucked up in the vacuum while his owner was cleaning his cage. ii. Mark Dunn – College roommate whose waterbed seemed to have a hole in it… ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy Killers.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Sep 6, 2004

based on 17 ratings

| 9,881 views

. Billy Sunday said if there is no joy in your religion then there is a leaky vessel, a leak in your Christianity somewhere.

Joy killers. Philippians 1:1 -- 2. 08/15/04 I want us to go through this book of Philippians because we can learn a lot about joy. Who is it that doesn’t want joy? I guess you have discovered that in the Bible you will find the answers to questions of life. For instance, many people want to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Sermons on choosing joy:

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

Confident Preaching

Contributed by Brian Moon on Nov 14, 2002

Contributed by Chuck Carlson on Dec 20, 2002

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 3, 2003

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Nov 16, 2004

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 19, 2004

Contributed by John Slythe on Mar 6, 2003

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 23, 2003

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 17, 2003

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 18, 2003

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004

Contributed by Darrell Tucker on May 21, 2004

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Sep 6, 2004