Sermons on Epistle Of Joy:

Joy In Generosity Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jul 21, 2025

The joy of living with open hands and hearts

Introduction Over the past few weeks, we’ve been exploring how we can “enjoy life” — not just survive it. We’ve talked about the joy of relationships, new life, and last week we looked at the joy of contentment. We discovered that contentment isn’t about having everything we want — it’s about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

The Joy Of Giving

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 12, 2022

The only way money can buy happiness is when you give it away. How can we do that and why does God think that we need to learn that practice in our lives?

(This sermon series is based on a book by Randy Alcorn entitled "The Treasure Principle) OPEN: Years ago, there was a comedian named Joan Rivers that said: “People say that money isn’t the key to happiness, but I always figured if you have enough money, you can have a key made.” A ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Christmas Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 7, 2022

To find real joy in a world in perma-crisis, worship the Christ of Christmas. Like the wise men, seek Him out, bow before him, and give Him your very best.

As people across the globe reel from one crisis to another, the Collins English Dictionary just last month (November 2022) revealed its 2022 word of the year: “permacrisis.” Harper Collins, the dictionary’s publisher, defines “permacrisis” as “an extended period of instability and insecurity, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Micah 5:2, James 4:6, Psalm 51:17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Joy Overflowing Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 12, 2022

Joy is the inevitable result for the one who is obedient to the will of the Living God.

“Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant. For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name. And his mercy is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Dec 18, 2022

When Jesus was born it wasn’t just some baby born in a manger, it was the revelation of all the glory of God Himself wrapped in flesh named Immanuel-God with us (Matt. 1:23)

Christmas is literally “the mass for Christ”, the day on which the world celebrates the birth of the Lord and saviour Jesus Christ. Our Calendar is built on the birth of the Lord Jesus (BC and AD) This birth was so monumental that it became the high point of history, the peak, the apex. All history ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy To The World Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 23, 2022

Jesus brings the joy to the world through his birth on daily basis to those who seek him and reach him. He is ever fresh and ever loving. The world’s needs are met in Christ. He walks with everyone and everywhere and increases the peace and joy.

Joy to the world Luke 2:1-11 Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. May The favour of the Lord be continue to hold you up and bless you to see many wonders during Christmas. On this Christmas Eve, I would like to meditate with you three favours we have through Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Joy Sunday

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 9, 2020

Today is third Sunday of Advent we celebrate today Joy. Israel celebrated joy of God how he delivered and how through Jesus God delivers people everywhere through the birth of the Christ.

Joy Sunday Psalm 126 1. The Psalm shares Israel history and shares a hope for a glorious and joyful future • It’s a message about Joy, It’s a message about God power to save Israel and to save Us. • Notice the verse — "When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion" - The Holy ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

With Us - Joy Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Dec 10, 2020

In Luke 2 we see some shepherds, some Jewish men and boys keeping watch over the sheep in their care. They got a shock and a powerful message of Joy!

“With Us” - Part 1 - JOY Steele Creek Church December 6, 2020 OUTLINE And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-11, Romans 15:13, Galatians 4:4

Denomination: Other

Joy To The World

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Dec 12, 2020

The angel proclaimed ‘good news of great joy.’ Sounds great! But what exactly is this good news? What kind of joy should we experience? Do you have that joy?

In the lead-up to Christmas this year we’re focusing on four great themes: hope, peace, joy and love. Many churches have Advent candles and they associate these four themes with the first four Advent candles. The fifth candle is for Jesus. The last two Sundays we looked at hope and peace; today ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-11, Luke 2:23, Luke 1:50, Luke 1:54, Luke 1:72, Luke 1:76-78  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Rediscover Joy Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 16, 2020

Joy bubbles up throughout the Christmas story. Does it bubble up from you?

[I am grateful for the Sermon Series Kit Rediscover Christmas. This manuscript relies heavily on that series.] Rediscover Joy Matthew 2, Luke 1 Good morning! Please turn in your Bible to Luke 1. We’re also going to jump over to Matthew 2 for a little bit, but we’re going to mostly camp out in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Unity Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 9, 2020

Sermon based on Phil. 2:1-11 - Emphasizes the importance of unity within the Body of Christ.

“THE JOY OF UNITY” Phil. 2:1-11 FBCF – 8/9/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Snowflakes are one of nature's most fragile things, but just look at what they can do when they stick together. Today, we are going to talk about sticking together. We are going to talk about the joy of unity as we continue ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 24, 2020

Sermon based on Phil. 4:4-13 - Encourages the hearers to rejoice no matter what their circumstances.

“THE JOY OF REJOICING” Phil. 4:4-13 FBCF – 8/23/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Biggest struggle in life: - Not $ stress - Not personal conflict - Not addictive behaviors & habits - Not pride, anger, impatience #1 struggle we all have: ANXIETY – stress or worry – #1 thing that quenches & steals ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

More Joy Series

Contributed by Kirby Lloyd on Jul 27, 2020

As humans we are constantly focused on Joy or our lack of it

Robert Dean in the Homan Illustrated Bible Dictionary defines joy as A State of delight and well being that results from knowing and serving God. A number of Greek and Hebrew words are used to convey the ideas of joy and rejoicing. We have the same situation in English with such nearly synonymous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sources Of Joy

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 21, 2023

There is a source of joy in the presence of the Lord, and there are a lot of secrets of joy in the house of the Lord.

He who has the bride is the bridegroom; but the friend of the bridegroom, who stands and hears him, rejoices greatly because of the bridegroom’s voice. Therefore this joy of mine is fulfilled. - John 3:29 In both John chapter 1 & 3, John the Baptist is sharing his testimony about Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy In The Suffering

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Jan 25, 2023

Today we will be in the book of Colossians. About a month ago, something in Colossians caught my eye, that I wanted to share with you today. In the last month I’ve read Colossians several times. I’ve read it 5-6 times in the last week alone. I’m talking about all 4 chapters y’all!

This morning we’ll be looking at a particular passage in Colossians, and specifically one verse. Before we get started, I have to ask: • Did you read any scripture this past week for the first time, or • did you see familiar scripture with new eyes? • And equally, if not more important, did you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29, Acts 9:10-16