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  • James Westervelt avatar

    Banana Of Joy Series

    Contributed by James Westervelt on Nov 21, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
     | 6,945 views

    Joy can be defined as: "Inner happiness, which is not dependent on outward circumstances." The O.T. word "simchah" means "gladness of heart," the NT word, "chara" means "inner delight."

    THE BANANA OF JOY I). WHAT is Joy? 2). HOW is Joy Expressed? 3). HOW is Joy Developed? I. WHAT IS JOY? Joy can be defined as: "Inner happiness, which is not dependent on outward circumstances." The O.T. word "simchah" means "gladness of heart," the NT word, "chara" means ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Joy Of Freedom

    Contributed by Scottie Pitts on Nov 23, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,361 views

    Jesus has come to set us free from all of our prisons

    The Joy of Freedom Colossians 1:13-14 On November 18, eight U.S. christian aid workers were released from a jail in Afghanastan. They had been imprisoned for three months by the Taliban for the crime of converting Muslims to christianity. I can only imagine what it must have been like for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Compounding Joy Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 9, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,471 views

    Message 2 of 5

    Treasure Principles Compounding Joy November 5, 2006 Money Rant Treasure Principles Compounding Joy November 5, 2006 We’re going to look at several key principles about building up treasure in heaven. This morning we’ll be looking at one. I had six in mind when I began this series but I’ve cut ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    #7 -- Joy Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,323 views

    Having joy is not dependent on circumstances but comes from God, is Jesus-specific, and something that we are called to practice.

    Introduction: A Joyless World As we continue listening to these songs for the road, we come to a song of joy. To begin I want to read a couple of quotes about joy. C.S. Lewis once said this: “We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition, when infinite joy is offered ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overflowing Joy Series

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 3, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 19,527 views

    The concluding sermon of Nehemiah that considers the result of a life built with God at the center: When We Build with God at the Center, We will Overflow with Joy in all Things.

    (This is especially from 12:43ff) Today we come to the end of our study in Nehemiah—not that we have mined all the truths therein—we have only TOUCHED on chapter 13, which ends the book on a bit of a downer—seeing what happens when people don’t stay dedicated to God But that is NOT our focus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Elements Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,153 views

    What is your source of Joy.

    The Elements of Joy Philippians 1:3-8 Intro. People today are consumed by the pursuit of happiness. Self help books, motivational speakers, and advice columnists claim to offer the key to happiness, but for many people the door remains locked. Unable to control their circumstances, these same ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    Joy To The World Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 32,660 views

    A consideration of the biblical basis for this beloved Christmas carol.

    A young boy once complained to his father that most of the hymns they sang in church were boring to him - too far behind the times - tiresome tunes and meaningless words. His father put an end to his son’s complaints by saying, "If you think you can write better hymns, then why don’t you?" The boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Consider It Joy

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,372 views

    To see trials as times when God is pruning us and making us more useful for Himself

    Consider It All Joy SBC Philippi, Rev. J Simms James 1:1-4 Primary Purpose: A primary introduction to James and to discuss how we can be joyful in trials. Background: This book was written by James, the half-brother of Jesus. He wasn’t a believer through Jesus’ earthly ministry. But, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy In The Presence

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,331 views

    The point of the two parables about lost things – implies that we can get lost, separated from God. The reaction of the owner (God) is a grief-stricken search.

    Joy In The Presence / Luke 15: 1 - 10 Intro: Men and women react differently when they are lost. A man will drive and drive without stopping to ask directions. But, his wife will stop at the first gas station or even stop people along the way if she isn’t absolutely sure. Here we have two ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Joy Of Redemption Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Nov 7, 2012
     | 6,398 views

    What a day that was when eternal wisdom was revealed to man.

    The Joy of Redemption Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church 4 November 2012 "Sing for joy, O heavens, for the Lord has done this; shout aloud, O earth beneath. Burst into song, you mountains, you forests and all your trees, for the Lord has redeemed Jacob, he displays his glory in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Toys Or Joys?

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Jul 14, 2011
     | 3,669 views

    A man is not the sum of what he gathers, it is not abou what you have but who you know. Do you know the one that provides ALL things?

    TOYS OR JOYS? (All my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted.) So many times I have heard people say “the one that dies with the most toys wins” as if gathering material possessions here on earth is what life is all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    The Joy In Fasting Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 27, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,413 views

    Fasting is the least practiced discipline, but is doable. part 12 of 13 on Spiritual Disc.

    Spiritual Disciplines: Fasting Sermon Number 11 March 16, 2008 About two weeks ago, we were watching something on television and there was a commercial for the Olive Garden restaurant. Zachary commented “the food looks so good!” He was ready to dive in and eat another dinner. The commercial ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joy Of Serving

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2008
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     | 4,562 views

    Jesus could have grasped his fame as God, but the Son of God gave his glory up to serve and die for our salvation.

    November 4, 2008 St. Charles Borromeo Election Day I recently heard from a reliable source that research tells us teenage girls would rather be a gofer for a celebrity than be CEO of a major corporation. Fame is deceptive, and beauty fleeting, as Proverbs says, but they are both mighty attractive ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Beth Garrod-Logsdon avatar

    Unquenchable Joy

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Nov 3, 2008
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     | 5,124 views

    God’s unquenchable joy flows in our lives every minute of everyday – but we have to stop and recognize it before we can share it

    Unquenchable Joy Luke 7:11-17 & Ephesians 3:16-21 Did you know that in America nearly 90% of people say they believe in God? But only 45% of people who believe in the Christian God are regularly in worship! In other words, 55% of our brothers and sisters in Christ rarely come to the family ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Sadness To Joy

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Apr 9, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,728 views

    Trials and tribulations may bring sorrow, but Jesus brings us joy.

    Text: Jesus said to her, “Mary!” She turned and said to Him, “Rabboni!” (which is to say, Teacher). Seven days before the resurrection, there were shouts of joy along the road from Jericho to Jerusalem. The crowd recognized Jesus as King and gave Him the glory that He so deserved. The people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church