Sermons on Choosing Joy:

In Search Of Joy

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Apr 27, 2008

Humanity has been in search of Joy from time immemmorial. 2000 years ago one declared that he found real joy, sitting and writing from a prison cell. What does Paul’s letter to the Philippians has to teach us

In search of Joy It was Kin Hubbard who said, "It’s pretty hard to tell what does bring happiness; poverty and wealth have both failed." Fritz Perls, the father of Gestalt Therapy (an existential and experiential psychotherapy that focuses on the individual’s experience in the present moment ) ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Compounding Joy Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 9, 2006

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

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:2-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#7 -- Joy Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006

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

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Mourning Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 1, 2006

2nd sermon in an 8 part series on the Beatitudes. This series challenges us to "Shift" our thinking in what really brings true happiness. (*Refreshed with some rewrite in 8/08. Powerpoint and Video Clips available on request.)

THE JOY OF MOURNING MATTHEW 5:4 & 2 CORINTHIANS 7:8-11 INTRODUCTION: How would you define “paradox”? What is a paradox? And no, it’s not two physicians! Is a paradox a contradiction? Actually no. A contradiction is something that is wrong, two things obviously opposed. A paradox is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Christian Church

The Presence Of Joy Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 19, 2005

The shepherds story gives us the good news of the presence of joy.

The Presence of Joy Linus Most people in America are familiar with this passage, even if they rarely crack open a Bible. These verses from Luke have even entered the popular culture, through Linus’ famous speech in the Charlie Brown Christmas video. Every December since 1965, (That’s 40 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Believing

Contributed by Christopher Young on Mar 29, 2010

I believe that there are three different type of people in this world, those who see the glass as ½ empty, those that see it as ½ full, and those who wonder why we're not using bottled water. It always amazes me to think about how we all complain about al

The Joy In Believing Philippians 3 1) Intro: i) Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., was a member of the U.S. Supreme Court for 30 years. At one point in his life, Justice Holmes explained his choice of a career by saying: "I might have entered the ministry if certain clergymen I knew had not looked and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Unifying Joy

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 29, 2008

Disunity...the church’s only problem

1If then there is any encouragement in Christ, any consolation from love, any sharing in the Spirit, any compassion and sympathy, 2make my joy complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. 3Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Joy Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 29, 2008

There is not greater peace then to know that you are forgiven.

The Joy of Forgiveness Psalm 32:1-5 Intro As with Psalm 51, scholars virtually agree on the occasion of this Hebrew song. God heard the prayer of the penitent David and restored full fellowship to him. The forgiven man then composed this joyful testimony of the peace that comes when one finds ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy In Fasting Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 27, 2008

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

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Serving

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2008

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

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Catholic

Unquenchable Joy

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Nov 3, 2008

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

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joy, The Recipe Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Nov 25, 2008

Sermon #4 in the Philippians series taken from the 4th chapter of Philippians, and giving a 3 step recipe for Joy involving emptying, filling, and doing.

JOY … the Recipe CHCC: November 23, 2008 Philippians 4 INTRODUCTION: Happy Thanksgiving to all of you. Some of you probably have favorite recipes you’re going to be making this week --- for dressing or sweet potatoes or pies that you make every Thanksgiving. How many of you are planning to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Dec 13, 2008

The joy of Christmas past, present and future.

“Joy to the world! The Lord is come—Let earth receive her King Let every heart prepare Him room and heaven and nature sing.” Jesus is come to earth as a King and is to be worshipped and praised and honored. “Joy to the earth! The Savior reigns! Let men their songs employ, while fields and floods, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

An Attitude Of Joy

Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Dec 15, 2008

If there is one thing everybody is looking for then it is to be really and truly happy: to have and experience real joy everyday. It is time to realize that we can have that joy: we just need to change our attitude.

Nehemiah 8:10 AMP: Then [Ezra] told them, Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet drink, and send portions to him for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. And be not grieved and depressed, for the joy of the Lord is your strength and stronghold. GNB: Now go home and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy To The World Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Dec 21, 2008

Exploring the Scriptural message of the carol, "Joy To The World" that we may all embrace this heavenly joy.

“JOY TO THE WORLD” Christmas Caroling In The Word – Message 4 Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, 12/21/2008 AM INTRODUCTION: Sadly, our period in history is not, by any means, the first to argue, fight or shoot at one another over our opinions about what does and does not make a worthy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-12

Denomination: Baptist