Sermons on Delights:

Making God Smile - Purpose Driven Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 18, 2004

Not all gifts bring God delight. What could possibly make it so that God would not take pleasure in what I try to do for Him?

OPEN: (I went up on podium with t-shirt and tie that my two children had bought me for my birthday) A week ago last Wednesday was my birthday. My daughter bought me this tie (with Jesus on a blue background), and my son picked out this t-shirt (with a lion and Jesus and the message: "King of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:15-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Narnia: Feeling The Icy Brip Of Evil Series

Contributed by Glenn Teal on Dec 10, 2005

Today we look at how C.S. Lewis used the symbols of evil -- Turkish Delight and the White Witch to remind us that evil is indeed real...

Feeling the Icy Grip of Evil CrossRoads Community Church Glenn H. Teal, Lead Pastor Sunday December 11, 2005 Why would anyone write a classic children’s fantasy tale and set the story in a lovely place called Narnia but then go and spoil it all by making it always winter there and never ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Free Methodist

God Suffered?!

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Mar 15, 2006

Is it possible for the Great Creator to suffer? Could He – the Most Delightful Being whom we can savor the unspeakable joy – suffer hardship, pain, or sorrow?

“For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. To this you were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Can The Bible Make Me Better? Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Nov 9, 2012

This is a sermon primarily about how the Bible transforms people. For brain candy, we’ve included delightful facts on the Bible’s uniqueness.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Paradox Of Pleasure Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 21, 2021

The paradox of pleasure is that the pursuit of pleasure can lead you to the pit of hell, or to the pinnacle of heaven. It is life's most dangerous or delightful path to travel.

Alexander Selkirk was one of those men who always had to learn the hard way. The records of his church in Scotland show that he was disciplined several times for causing trouble in the church. In May of 1703 he said good-bye to all that, and at age 27 went off to sea. He tried to run things on ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-4

Worship Is Feasting On God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2025

True satisfaction and joyful obedience are found only in knowing God and delighting in His presence, rather than seeking fulfillment in the world’s empty offerings.

If we could sit together around a kitchen table, you’d notice the warmth of the oven and the smell of fresh bread. Plates set, cups full, chairs pulled close. That’s the picture in my mind when I think of what God offers His people: a table where the hungry are welcomed, where the thirsty are ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:47-48

Topics: Worship, Feasting

The Fairy Tale Ending / Grab For The Gusto

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on May 18, 2012

You only go around once in life, so you've got to grab for all the gusto you can." Some of you may remember that television commercial. But, what exactly is gusto?

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service; there are four Scripture Readings before the Sermon. The Scripture Readings for this day were: Proverbs 31:10-31; Psalm 1:1-6; James 3:13-4:8 and Mark 9:30-37. You only go around once in life, .....so you've got to grab .....for all the gusto you ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-8, Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

The Joy Of The Lord

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 4, 2025

The joy of the Lord is a deep, spiritual gladness that comes from God's presence, strength, and salvation, empowering believers to overcome challenges and live in victory.

THE JOY OF THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 8:10 "Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10, Psalm 16:11, Philippians 4:4, Isaiah 12:3, John 15:11, Habakkuk 3:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Satisfies

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 12, 2025

True satisfaction is only found in Jesus. The world can offer temporary pleasures, but only Jesus gives lasting fulfilment.

JESUS SATISFIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness." – Psalm 107:9 Supporting Texts: John 6:35, Isaiah 55:1-2, Matthew 5:6, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 16:11 INTRODUCTION: Every human heart longs for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:9, John 6:35, Isaiah 55:1-2, Matthew 5:6, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 16:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Loves

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025

The love of Jesus is deeper, wider, and greater than anything we can imagine. His love is unconditional, sacrificial, comforting, redeeming, and eternal. Regardless of who you are or what you have done, He loves you completely and desires a relationship with you.

JESUS LOVES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." – Romans 5:8 Supporting Texts: John 3:16, 1 John 4:9-10, Jeremiah 31:3, Ephesians 2:4-5, Romans 8:35-39 INTRODUCTION: The love of Jesus is the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8, John 3:16, 1 John 4:9-10, Jeremiah 31:3, Ephesians 2:4-5, Romans 8:35-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Funeral Sermon: From Mourning To Gladness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

Just as the Psalmist declares, “Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing,” we too can trust that God will lift our hearts from sorrow and bring us to a place of peace.

FUNERAL SERMON: FROM MOURNING TO GLADNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 30:11 (KJV) Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness. INTRODUCTION: In moments of sorrow, the human heart seeks solace, seeking to understand why ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Request For Prayer Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 11, 2013

Paul needed prayer. He asked his readers to pray for him. God delights to hear the prayers of His people on behalf of others, especially pastors and missionaries.

ROMANS 15: 30-33 A REQUEST FOR PRAYER [Acts 20:22-25; 21:10-11] Paul's ministry plan was to go to Jerusalem to deliver an offering sent by the Gentile churches to the needy Jewish congregations. After completing the relief offering, Paul hopes at last to be free to pursue his mission to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:30-33

Denomination: Baptist

Unrecognizable

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 9, 2014

1. Unrecognizable Because Of Doubt 2. Unrecognizable Because Of The Difficulty 3. Unrecognizable Because Of Discouragement 4. Recognition Begins With Scripture 5. Recognition Delights The Heart

Unrecognizable Disappointment, doubt, disillusionment, defeat, discouragement, despair, death - Mary didn't recognize Jesus in the garden; - Disciples didn't recognize at the BBQ cookout on the lake - Two on the Emmaus Road they did not recognize Jesus - The Emmaus Road. v.13 threescore ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

A Levite And A Victim

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 3, 2016

To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST is the Compassionate Samaritan that lives within us and He is delighted and pleased more than in our servanthood rather than our greatness.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a compassionate samaritan? No. JESUS is the Compassionate Samaritan that lives within me. Luke 6:36 (Amplified Bible) So be merciful (sympathetic, tender, responsive, and compassionate) even as your Father is [all these]. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

#28 Little Is Much When God Is In It Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 27, 2020

In the story of the feeding of the 5,000 Jesus proved that “little is much when God is in it.” God delights in working through us to accomplish great things for God.

#28 Little Is Much When God Is in It Series: Mark Chuck Sligh September 27, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Baptist