Sermons on Christian Joy:

Rules Of Engagement

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 29, 2012

The rules by which we are to conduct ourselves as strangers in this world are provided in the Word of God.

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Needing Jesus More Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Dec 17, 2023

John wants our joy to be complete - He wants us to know who God is, who we are, and what we need, to experience the most amazing fellowship with the Father, the Son, and with each other.

Today, we are starting a 4-week series on Walking with Jesus from the book of 1 John. John was the last of the 12 surviving apostles who wrote the gospel of John which chronicled Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. He wrote the gospel 30 years after Jesus’ resurrection and ascension. In his 90’s ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Things That Bring Blessing

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 30, 2006

Blessings stem from forgiveness, obedience, unselfish service, and faithfulness.

Four Things that Bring Blessing. Matt. 16:17 INTRO.: in our text, Jesus declares Peter to be blessed or happy because he has just received from the Father great truth and has confessed Jesus to be Christ. It’s hard for us to realize how much happiness would come to a Jew because he discovered the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3rd Sunday Of Advent, Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 1, 2023

DECEMBER 17th, 2023.

Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 61:8-11, Psalm 126:1-6, Luke 1:46-55, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28 A). A GARDEN OF JOY. Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 61:8-11. Imagine yourself in ancient Israel celebrating that most solemn of feasts, the day of Atonement. This, however, is not just any old ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 61:8-11, Psalm 126:1-6, Luke 1:46-55, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice In God’ssalvation

Contributed by C Vincent on Dec 12, 2009

The joy is in knowing that it is His salvation. This can be used any time of year, but here it is associated with Christmas joy

Rejoice in God’s Salvation JCC 13.12.09 am Psalm 9:4 "I will rejoice in thy salvation." Divine salvation is from God alone It was his plan None but he could have planned it In his infinite wisdom he devised it That plan was salvation which is revealed in the person of Jesus Christ 1 Pet ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Resurrection Blessings

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 5, 2010

This is an Easter sermon that focuses on the blessings we have because of the resurrection. The blessings are joy, hope, and power.

Introduction: A. Happy Resurrection Day! 1. As you know, today is the holiday known as Easter. 2. It is the traditional, annual day for celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. 3. In many respects, every Sunday is Easter Sunday, because we gather every Sunday to remember the death, burial and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Will We Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 17, 2025

This is a summons for us to enter into the presence of God with a joyful heart.

The question presented is “Why will we enter His gates with thanksgiving?” A simple answer is, why not. One cannot answer this question solely on verse four. The whole chapter needs to be considered when populating a response. This psalm opens with a solicitation to the entire earth to happily ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is Next?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 23, 2007

A sermon discussing what is next in the life of a Christian. Audio, outline, & Powerpoint will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

GALATIANS 5:16-21 ‘So I say, “Live by the Spirit and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature. They are in conflict with each other, so that you do not do what you ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-21

Denomination: *other

The Walk Of Victory Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jul 4, 2003

The key to the Christian life is to live in victory and the key to victory is Looking to Jesus. This message instructs the believer how to look to Christ in appropriating the victory.

THE FORWARD WALK – PART THREE “THE WALK OF VICTORY – LOOK TO JESUS!” HEBREWS 12:1-2 - ©LARRY L. THOMPSON (2003) “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Live The Blessing

Contributed by James Harrington on Mar 13, 2003

God chooses to bless us will we choose to live the blessing?

Living The Blessing Numbers 6:24-27 I hope you are enjoying reading through the Word of God this year. I hope you are on track. Our journey this week has taken us through the book of Leviticus and we began the book of Numbers. It’s been my prayer that you have been able to stay strong and able ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pursuing God

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Jan 12, 2006

We all have goals and dreams. And, we are all hopeful that those dreams will one day come true.

PURSUING GOD Psalm 27:1-4 How did you do with your homework from last week? How did what you wrote as important line up with how you’re living? I trust that your response was to ask the Lord to help you put things in the right order. (Show movie clip from National Treasure) All of us are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Floodlight Eyes

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jan 18, 2006

Some practical implications of regarding our eyes as God’s lamp for our bodies - freeing us from worry and anxiety and setting us free to love as we have been loved.

FLOODLIGHT EYES Matthew 6: 19-34 1. “The eyes are the lamp of the body”. As I read those words my mind immediately flashed back to the old Superman comics I read as a kid or even the Superman movie as you would see “the man of steel” able to visually focus in on any object with those laser beam ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Almost Heaven

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 27, 2007

relates vacation to spiritual principles

“Vacation – 2007” July 29, 2007 My vacation this year seemed a little incomplete to me. Julie, Ben and Monica, and consequently all the grandkids elected to stay home for various reasons. That left me feeling a little alone – but the good news was that my mom and all of my brothers and sisters ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:2-4

Denomination: Holiness

Emotions - Separating The Precious From The Worthless

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Feb 12, 2002

In the midst of strong emotions, we must separate what emotions are good and what emotions are harmful.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Emotions – Separating the Precious from the Worthless! By ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:15-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Yielding Your Rights

Contributed by Yuen Woh Voon on Feb 28, 2008

This sermon encourages Christian not to quarrel with those who offend us but to yield up our rights, fully trusting the Lord to act on our behalf.

YIELDING YOUR RIGHTS Genesis 26 Introduction 1. God allows “famines” in order to test our obedience to His word. 1 Now there was a famine in the land-- besides the earlier famine of Abraham’s time-- and Isaac went to Abimelech king of the Philistines in Gerar.2 The LORD appeared to Isaac and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Charismatic