Sermons on Choosing Joy:

Joy In The Desert

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Dec 15, 2001

3rd Sunday in Advent, Year A; The world is looking for the kind of joy God has promised us in Christ, but it is a deeper joy than just saying, "Don’t worry, be happy!"

"The desert and the parched land will be glad; the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like the crocus, it will burst into bloom; it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The glory of Lebanon will be given to it, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon; they will see the glory of the LORD, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Present Joy

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 30, 2002

We find joy, not in circumstances, but in knowing and trusting in the present promises of God.

All of us desire to have joy in our lives. No matter what we call it – happiness, gladness, delight, good cheer – we would all like to experience more of it. As we are reminded on this Independence Day, the quest for joy is even enshrined in our Declaration of Independence as a God-given right: "We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

"With Joy"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Jul 20, 2002

We can live with the gace and peace of God, no mater our circumstances!

West Greeley Baptist Church July 21st 2002 Philippians 1: 1-2 “With Joy” Pastor Mark Hensley “Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers[1] and deacons: 2Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

On Tiptoe With Joy Series

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 29, 2002

"The Disciples were filled with joy and the Holy Spirit." Sermon describes the person and work of the Holy Spirit

On Tiptoe with Joy Acts 13:52 “And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit.” There’s something significant about Luke writing that the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit. Paul and Barnabas were sent out as missionaries by the church in Antioch – Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:52

Denomination: Free Methodist

Joy - Busters

Contributed by David Carter on Aug 19, 2002

Things that rob us of our joy

THE THINGS THAT ROB US OF OUR JOY Phil. 4: 4-7 I believe if there is anything that God wants His Children to have is Joy! John 15:11 -- "that my joy might remain in you and that your joy might be full! Neh. 8:10 - The joy of the Lord is our strength! Luke 10:20 - Rejoice because your name is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peace And Joy

Contributed by Jay Patton on Aug 25, 2002

The reason why Paul can order Christians to rejoice in the Lord.

Introduction: Why Me Lord? Background: One of the ways we can stand firm in the faith is to remember who it is we serve. Purpose Statement: Christians have every reason to rejoice because… I. The LORD is with you (v. 5) A. Yahweh Shammah: The Lord is There 1. Context of Ezekiel 48:35 2. His Eyes ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoy The Joy

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002

If we have Christ, we should have joy. There is nothing wrong with enjoying the joy. Joy is found in Christ

3 John 1-4 Enjoy the Joy Introduction A. When is the last time you saw someone smile just for no reason? B. When is the last time you went to the store and the clerk actually seemed happy to be working? C. When is the last time you walk in your boss’s office and he seemed to be in a good ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Sources Of Joy

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Sep 1, 2002

Because we have trusted in the Lord, we, of all people should have joy.

Sources of Joy Psalm 5:11 Intro. Because we have trusted in the Lord, we, of all people should have joy. -Certainly there will be those hard times. -Even so, in the Lord we have Joy. -Jesus said, “These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:11

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Heaven

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Mar 20, 2001

God`s joy when I came home to Him.

"JOY IN HEAVEN" Some time ago I read the story of Loch the collie in one of our English Daily Newspapers. Loch was one of two British dogs sent to El Salvador after an earthquake in its capital city, San Salvador, to sniff out trapped survivors, and to lead searchers to bodies ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Surprised By Joy

Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Apr 10, 2001

The same joy that surprised the followers of Christ in the upper room that first Easter can bring us joy that is permanent, powerful, and plentiful.

Near the end of the nineteenth century a little church high on the cliffs at the entrance to the English Channel was destroyed by a hurricane. A few weeks later, a British Admiral came to ask the pastor if they intended to rebuild the church. The clergyman explained that they were a poor ...read more

Scripture: John 16:19-20, Luke 24:41

Denomination: Baptist

A Commitment To Joy Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 13, 2001

How can we have true joy?

"Once . . . we were met by a slave girl who had a spirit by which she predicted the future . . . . this girl followed Paul and the rest of us, shouting, "These men are servants of the Most High God, who are telling you the way to be saved." . . . Finally Paul became so troubled that he turned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Unspeakable Joy

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. The Christian life should be a life characterized by JOY. a. This we believe & Bible affirms--Christians have every reason to be happy. 1) What should this happiness & joy look like? 2) Answer will depend on how you view Christian joy. b. Some feel that Christian joy should be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-6

Songs Of Joy Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

BECAUSE WE CAN COUNT ON GOD, OUR HEART SHOULD OVERFLOW WITH SONGS OF JOY

BIG IDEA: BECAUSE WE CAN COUNT ON GOD, OUR HEART SHOULD OVERFLOW WITH SONGS OF JOY I. (:1-5) SONGS OF JOY ARE APPROPRIATE FOR THE RIGHTEOUS BECAUSE GOD IS DEPENDABLE A. VARIETY OF EXPRESSION OF JOY 1. Variety of Nature of Expression Songs of Joy Praise Give Thanks Sing a New Song Shout of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Journey To Joy

Contributed by Robert Erickson on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever been given a job that you thought was too hard? Joy was a member of a church in Australia.

Have you ever been given a job that you thought was too hard? Joy was a member of a church in Australia. She and her husband Warren had two daughters, both had Cystic Fibrosis. Being a mom took a lot out of joy, especially the treatment she administered to keep their lungs clear. So, the children ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Consider It Joy

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Considerations 1.

Introductory Considerations 1. It was one of the happiest and joyful times of my life. I had grown up in church and made confession of faith, but as most of you know, I went through a period of years when I stopped believing in Christ. It all seemed unreal. 2. For various reasons, used by God, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed