Sermons on Delighting In Jesus:

Do Unchristians Find Us Unchristian?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 15, 2010

Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others.

Title: Do unChristians Find Us unChristian? Text: Luke 13:10-17 Thesis: Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others. Introduction The story of “The Trojan Horse” comes to us out of Greek mythology. It is the story of how the Greeks laid siege to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do I Need More Love?

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 8, 2010

God delights those who love his glory.

Scripture Introduction Psalm 105.3: “Let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice!” My hope is that you all be completely happy because you are fully satisfied with all that God is for you in Jesus Christ. To get there you must abound in love, for love is the fulfilling of the law, and the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus' Third Sign Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 30, 2023

The third sign in John 4:43-54 teaches us that Jesus is the Son of God who grants life by the word of his power.

Introduction Loving parents will do anything to get their sick child well. When two of John Crowley’s young children, Megan and Patrick, were diagnosed with a rare neuromuscular disease called Pompe Disease, the disease was considered a death sentence. Crowley gave up his entire life to pursue ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is The Cost Of Our Salvation? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 15, 2025

What kind of a Heavenly Father would delight in the suffering of His children? A God who knew the only way to save His creation would be through the sacrifice demonstrated and carried out by His Son, the Messiah, the Christ!

Isaiah, Part 21 What is the Cost of our Salvation? Isaiah 53:1-12 Dismiss kids for Children’s Church and Nursery Introduction - Welcome to Seasons – intro – so glad you are here today; Happy Father’s Day! - Last week (Wednesday), we saw the intro to this incredible passage (recap): -- Read ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Isaiah 52:13-15, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Romans 5:1-2, Hebrews 9:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go And Make Disciples!

Contributed by David Mende on Aug 6, 2018

Tim Keller recently tweeted that “Apathy is a bigger problem than atheism for Christianity.” This sermon challenges God's people to fulfill the Great Commission given by the Risen King, Jesus. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. ILLUSTRATION: {According to a study conducted by LifeWay Research, 85% of all believers in the age group, 18-29 agree that they have a responsibility to share the gospel with unbelievers, 69% of those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Repentance Vs. Remorse

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Feb 10, 2009

Matthew gives the testimony of three witnesses to the person of Jesus Christ, that He is the Son of God and King (John, the Spirit, & the Father).

Matthew 3 Matthew gives the testimony of three witnesses to the person of Jesus Christ, that He is the Son of God and King (John, the Spirit, & the Father). (v.1) Why was John in the “wilderness?” 3 Facts about John (3:1-15) 1. His Message – (3:1-2; 7-10) John’s message centered on repentance ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Lords Yoke.

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Oct 1, 2002

The THE YOKE OF REST, is for those that "Come unto Christ," seeking rest from their heavy labour and load of sin, and delight to serve under the yoke of love and delight in the kingship of Christ.

THE LORDS YOKE. HHM Sept. 29, 2002 Pastor Jim Parisi MAT 11:28-30 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30 For my yoke is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is The Bridegroom Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 8, 2013

In this sermon we analyze Jesus as the bridegroom and learn what Christianity is.

Scripture If you know anything about the life of Jesus, you know that he faced growing opposition throughout his ministry. He encountered increasing criticism during his three-year ministry to the point where his opponents eventually killed him. Luke revealed in his Gospel the growing criticism ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Embracing Jesus

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 30, 2013

Man's only way to deal with his rebellion against God is to embrace the Son.

In Acts chapter 4, David is identified as the author of Psalm 2, the passage which we’ll be studying together this morning. But the opening words of that Psalm that he penned in Israel approximately 3,000 years ago could just as easily be written in the United States in the 21st Century ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Joyful Jesus

Contributed by Rev Dr Randall M Deal Sr on Oct 31, 2002

Jesus was a man of JOY and so should we be! He had a sense of humor! He was FUN! He laughed! He played! Where’s the JOY in OUR lives?

“JESUS, MAN OF JOY!” September 1, 2002 ROCK POINT CHURCH PRIMARY SCRIPTURE TEXTS John 15:11 “These things have I spoken to you that MY JOY may remain in you, and that YOUR JOY may be full!” PSALM 100! THINGS YOU NEVER HEAR IN CHURCH 1. Hey! It’s my turn to sit in the front row!2. I was so ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11, Proverbs 17:22

Denomination: Baptist

Firmly Planted Series

Contributed by Bryn Macphail on Nov 14, 2000

There is a fullness of joy available for those who delight in God's Word.

Firmly Planted Psalm 1 Why the Psalms? Why should we study the Psalms? The reason I think we should study the Psalms comes from our New Testament reading: Revelation, chapter 2, verses 2 through 5. In Revelation 2, Jesus is giving a message to the church at Ephesus. Jesus begins with some very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, Revelation 2:2-5

"What Is This"

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 12, 2012

God patiently turns our cires of disgust into cries of delight.

“What is this?” Is that a question you would welcome from the judges if you were a cooking show contestant? If the judge has screwed up his face as if he’s just been punched in the stomach, “What is this?” is a cry of disgust. There goes your chance of winning the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Making Sure God Hears You Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 1, 2008

God delights in dependence which honors his superabundant sufficiency.

Scripture Introduction A little boy kneeled with his mother beside his bed to say his bedtime prayers: “Lord, bless mommy and daddy and baby Susie; and God, GIVE ME A NEW BICYCLE!” Amen. Mom was surprised; Billy never prayed so loudly before. So she said, “You don’t need to yell, son; God’s not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Terms And Conditions: Take A Break Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 11, 2018

This message takes a look at honouring the Sabbath to find Delight in the Lord

If you follow me on Facebook, that’s assuming that you’ve read the terms and conditions for Facebook and agreed to them, then you might have seen some of my posts from the Babylonian Bee, which is a Christian Satire site, recently this one struck me as fitting. BOSTON, MA—Local man Justin Fuller ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Don’t Oppress The Poor.

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on May 18, 2020

God does not delight in the rich oppressing the poor or the less privileged.

“The Lord God says to you, My flock: I am going to judge between one sheep and another, between the rams and male goats. Isn’t it enough for you to feed on the good pasture? Must you also trample the rest of the pasture with your feet? Or isn’t it enough that you drink the clear water? Must you ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal