Sermons on Designed For Joy:

The Refiner's Fire

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 18, 2017

The prophet Malachi wrote that the Lord would send his messenger of the covenant, and asks, "who can stand when he appears? For he is like a refiner's fire and like fullers' soap." What is the answer to Malachi's question?

THE REFINER’S FIRE Malachi 3:1-6 I. Introduction – Malachi says that at his appearing Jesus will be like a refiner’s fire, or launderer’s soap. The Israelites had a question, not unlike a question we might ask. Our main text is in answer to a question from the Israelites: Mal 2:17 - You have ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-6, Isaiah 45:7, Isaiah 43:2, Job 23:10, Job 13:15, Proverbs 3:5-6, Hebrews 12:14, Hebrews 12:5-10, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Hebrews 5:8, Isaiah 53:3, Philippians 2:8, Romans 15:13, John 16:33, John 14:27, Psalm 90:10, 2 Corinthians 5:1-4, Matthew 3:11, Malachi 2:17, Deuteronomy 32:39, 1 Corinthians 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

6 Easter A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 6, 2002

You in me and I in you. Jesus offers us the intimate connection with God -- the connection the whole world craves. It is our joy and opportunity to introduce the hungry world to Jesus who satisfies.

6 Easter A John 14:15-21 5 May 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen “You in me – I in you”, repeat with me. (several times) This is Jesus message of good news for us today. “You in me – I in you.” No matter what the future holds, we will not be alone. “You in me – I in you”. We are the body of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Running On Empty Series

Contributed by Chris Talton on May 20, 2002

By turning water into wine, Jesus was renewing the supply so the party could continue. In our lives, Jesus wants to change us so that our supply of joy can last forever.

May 19, 2002 John 2:1-11 “Running on empty” INTRODUCTION In every marriage ceremony, there is always at least one mistake. A young couple, very much in love, were getting married. Sue, the wife to be, was very nervous about the big occasion and so the pastor chose one verse that he ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Behold, Your King Is Coming

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 29, 2003

Advent 1: God prepares us to recognize and receive his Son. Through this we receive the blessings of peace and joy that we can receive only through the King - Jesus Christ.

[Note: This sermon makes use of some thoughts, concepts, phrases and sentences from, “Setting for an Advent Series,” pp. 12-13, in Concordia Pulpit Resources, Vol. 14, Part 1] A woman was known in her community for her calm, happy life. It seems that no matter what trials came into her life, even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Get Right With God (Sermon #3) Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 12, 2003

Paul gives another secret of real joy -- how to get right with God. Paul examines several ways he COULD try, and rejects each of them in favor of real FAITH.

Sermon #3: Get Right Before God 4 ¶ Though I might also have confidence in the flesh. If any other man thinketh that he hath whereof he might trust in the flesh, I more: 5 Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, an Hebrew of the Hebrews; as touching the law, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Holiness

Why Sing Carols? Series

Contributed by Tom Doubt on Dec 23, 2003

Carols are an expression of joy that resides in our hearts, with a rhythm of God’s love, a radiance of God’s glory, surrounded by His caring arms, and gift wrapped in His plan for us.

Dr. Tom Doubt, Senior Pastor Four Mile Creek Baptist Church Richmond, VA December 21, 2003 WHY SING CAROLS? Psalm 138 BACKGROUND: A. On these Sundays prior to Christmas we have been looking at the “C”s found in Christmas. 1. First “C” was the Coming, the prophecy that a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Trialschristian Face Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Trials are part of life, and perhaps even more for a Christian desiring to live for the Lord. The Christian does not have to face these trials alone. James tells us to count our trials a joy.

Some Trials Christians Face James 1:9-18 JAMES1-3.WPD {9} But let the brother of humble circumstances glory in his high position; {10} and let the rich man glory in his humiliation, because like flowering grass he will pass away. 11} For the sun rises with a scorching wind, and withers the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-18

Denomination: *other

Only The Star Remains

Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003

When Christmas is past - the joy and the glory of it - what do we have left? This sermon tells us what remains after the strains of "Silent Night, Holy Night" have ceased.

Only The Star Remains; Isaiah 63:7-9; Matthew 2: 1-18 The miraculous, glorious birth is over. The shepherds have probably left the birth-place to return to their keeping watch over their flocks. The friendly beasts that attended this birth, feeling the stir of excitement that animals feel when ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:1-9, Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale Of Ten Lepers (A Sermon On Luke 17:11-19)

Contributed by David Smith on Feb 20, 2008

We want to get on with life, and we should move forward with joy, but we must remember too to look back in thankfulness! Moving forward in faith while looking back in gratit...

I remember hearing of a rural vicar in England whose bicycle went missing. The man relied exclusively on his bicycle to get around his little parish, and he knew things like bicycles didn’t just disappear into thin air, so he put two and two together and figured out that someone in the parish - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

In The Days Of Youth Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 5, 2006

God is opposed to anything that diminishes our joy. What many think is a "good time" is actually self-abuse. Life is fleeting, so fear and obey God, for your own good.

Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes “In the Days of Youth” 11:9-12:14 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts We conclude our study of Ecclesiastes, a book written to people who are struggling to find meaning and purpose in life. Solomon ends ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Detour – Ther's A Muddy Road Ahead

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 29, 2006

The text says there is a right path to follow and a wrong path to follow. Follow the right path and it will lead to joy, peace, and eternal life and fellowship with God – follow the wrong path and it leads to destruction.

DETOUR – THER’S A MUDDY ROAD AHEAD" PROV. 14:12-15 There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof <are> the ways of death. Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth <is> heaviness. The backslider in heart shall be filled with his own ways: and a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessed Life #1: The Secret Of Happiness Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 20, 2008

God’s desire is that we would experience the blessed life – where we would be happy, supremely blessed; and spiritually prosperous – with life-joy and satisfaction in God’s favour and salvation.

THE BLESSED LIFE #1 – THE SECRET OF HAPPINESS INTRO TO TOPIC: When was the last time you had a good laugh? Do you enjoy your life? Everyone today is on the elusive pursuit of happiness. This is why people turn to sex, drugs, alcohol – looking for the higher high, the happy, blessed life. But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: *other

Viva La Vida Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 27, 2008

God’s desire is that we would experience the blessed life – where we would be happy, supremely blessed; and spiritually prosperous – with life-joy and satisfaction in God’s favour and salvation.

THE BLESSED LIFE #2 – VIVA LA VIDA TODAY’S DATE: Sept. 28 – it was 18 years ago in a farmhouse in Lacombe, Alberta, where I first encounter God in a life-transforming way, and my life has never been the same since! ILLUSTRATION: Look to the Classifieds: Let me quickly share with you some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-20

Denomination: *other

God's Indescribable Gift !

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 23, 2006

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! Jesus is the most generous gift the world will ever know. With hearts full of joy, we are called to give generously, joyfully and hilariously to the work of God!

This section of Paul’s letter ends with powerful words of praise. They could almost be the title of a worship song because they are powerful words of praise, thanksgiving and truth: “Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” (9:15) 2 Corinthians 8 and 9 focus upon generosity in giving. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Anglican

What Is Your Christmas Wish?

Contributed by John White on Dec 23, 2006

If we could have just one Christmas wish, It would be reasonable to wish for THE PEACE, JOY AND HAPPINESS, UNCONDITIONAL LOVE AND ETERNAL LIFE that can only be found in through the Christ of Christmas.

What Is Your Christmas Wish? Luke 2:9-17 "And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-17

Denomination: Baptist