Sermons on Complete Joy:

Joy In Knowing The Shepherd

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Dec 10, 2009

There is only one way to acquire real lasting joy and that is personally knowing the Good Shepherd.

Text: “Yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will joy in the God of my salvation” (Habakkuk 3:18). There were problems in the world when Habakkuk wrote these words. At the time, the Babylonians were very strong and Judah (the southern kingdom) would soon feel the pressure and destruction of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Song Of Joy

Contributed by James May on Apr 11, 2010

The obedient and committed Child of God brings a song of joy to the very heart of God.

God’s Song of Joy Sunday, April 11, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May There is an old hymn that we often sing that says, “What have I to fear; what have I to dread? I’m leaning on the everlasting arms. I have blessed peace with my Lord so near; leaning on the everlasting ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy Of Our Salvation

Contributed by Willem Nel on Feb 7, 2010

A Lesson for life: Do not loose hope, do not give up, surround yourself with hopeful things i.e. Scripture, pictures. Like I wrote earlier. When you face a crisis or success read the Word of God. If you cannot read it, listen to it. If you cannot li

The Joy of our salvation I want to speak about the joy of our salvation. THE WORD: Ps 51 10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, And renew a steadfast spirit within me. 11 Do not cast me away from Your presence, And do not take Your Holy Spirit from me. 12 Restore to me the joy of Your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-14

Denomination: *other

The Joy Of Learning Contentment Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 13, 2010

This sermon give four insights on learning contentment. 1. Learn Not to Compare Yourself To OTHERS 2. Learn To Adapt To CHANGE 3. Learn To Draw On Christ’s POWER 4. Learn To Trust GOD

The Joy of Learning Contentment In 1965 the rock band, The Rolling Stones, released a song – (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction. It was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. It became the Rolling Stones first number one hit in the United Sates. In this world there are many people that seem to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-19, Philippians 4:13-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanksgiving: A Secret To Joy

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007

A Thanksgiving message.

Hebrew 10:11-25 11 And every priest stands day after day at his service, offering again and again the same sacrifices that can never take away sins. 12 But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, “he sat down at the right hand of God,” 13 and since then has been waiting ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Joy Of Mission Giving

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 5, 2007

Why you will have joy by giving to missions

2 Co. 8:2 You have no doubt seen the acrostic JOY. You can have joy when you put Jesus first, others second and yourselves last. Let’s apply that to mission giving. Why will you have joy when you give to missions? Because Jesus is glorified. 1. Eph. 3:23 2. 2 Co. 9:6ff - the people glorified ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joy When It Hurts

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007

How can we persevere in difficult times?

James 1 – Joy when it hurts! audio is at http://www.jubilee-church.org/sermons/james1.htm Discussion Questions What compelling examples of Christian perseverance/steadfastness have you seen in others under extreme trial? What lessons has anyone here learnt in difficulty? Can you believe in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chrstmas - Disappointment & Joy

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Dec 29, 2007

So often Christmas is a let down instead of full of joy - could it be because our focus is on us not Him?

There is a story told of a young lad who wrote a more unusual letter to Santa, not asking for this toy or that one but saying: ‘you didn’t bring me anything good last year or the year before. This is your last chance’! You know a bit like that boy we all know that often Christmas often can be a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Elements Of Joy #2 Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

The sermon speaks about the joy of participation, the joy of anticipation.

The Elements of Joy (2) Text: Philippians 1:3-7 Introduction: This is Easter Sunday. On this day Christians celebrate Christ’s resurrection II. The Elements of Joy (v3-7) A. The joy of recollection (3) B. The joy of intercession (4) C. The joy of participation (5) 1.”Participation” in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Demonstration Of Joy

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 14, 2007

God has demonstrated FOR His Son with joy. Instead of demonstrating against things, Christians can demonstrate FOR something - God.

When we speak about demonstrations, we usually talk about showing our view or opinion AGAINST a thing, a person, or an idea. Demonstrations can be a public display that shows others what we believe. Demonstrate can also mean to show evidence of about something. We hear about demonstrations quite ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Places To Find Joy Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 12, 2009

Paul teaches us from prison where true JOY can be found

PLACES TO FIND JOY: In relationships with other believers Philippians 1:1-8 Philippi was located in the area of Macedonia –now the northern most province of GREECE/ bordering Albania In ancient times it was in a gold mining area. After 400 B.C., Philip II of Macedon seized the mines, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

The Joys Of Spiritual Growth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 17, 2009

As we grow as Christian’s we not only come to experience the joy that comes with it, but we also bring joy to the Lord, when He sees his children grow.

The Growing Christian Series The Joys of Spiritual Growth 2 Peter 3:18 Introduction There are many joys for the Christian. We can praise God for the joy of having our sins forgiven. We can rejoice in the blessed assurance of being his heirs. We can face the future with optimism because of our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Count It All Joy

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 29, 2008

From what basis or foundation do we respond to disasters or difficulties we might face?

Introduction In light of what we have just experienced as a community- take time- talk about- how we respond to difficulties, trials, disasters, loss, in our lives. A number of people- in congregation- experienced difficulties or loss at one level or another. Testimonies I would like to give us a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Charismatic

The Joy Of Being A Christian

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 1, 2008

Our text shows why being a Christian brings joy into our lives. 1- We’re called 2- We’re loved 3- We’re kept

INTRO.- ILL.- After twenty years of shaving himself every morning, a man in a small Southern town decided he had enough. He told his wife that he intended to let the local barber shave him each day. So he went to the barber shop which was owned by the pastor of the town Baptist Church. The ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love, Joy, Peace Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 8, 2008

The fruits of the Spirit are important in the life of a believer.

GETTING FRUIT FROM GOD’S GARDEN SERIES: LOVE, JOY, PEACE May 4, 2008 FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Gal. 5.19-24 A ILLUSTRATION B In Romans 8, Paul dwells on the work of the Holy Spirit in the life a believer. 1 He describes in great detail what the Holy Spirit does in, for, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist