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Walk From Grief To Joy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024

This sermon explores navigating unexpected events, understanding God's newness, and growing in redemption, using the disciples' journey to Emmaus as a metaphor for our spiritual journey. Key

Good morning, family of God. It's a joy to be with you today, gathered in the presence of our Lord, ready to encounter His word afresh. We all have our own stories, our own experiences, our own heartaches and triumphs. Each of us carries a unique narrative, woven together by the hand of God. Yet, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Topics: Redemption, Life Transformed

The Joys Of Spilling Your Guts Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 21, 2011

Exposition of Ps 32 regarding confession of sin to God and others

Text: Psalm 32, Title: The Joy of Spilling Your Guts, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/20/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Driver: Yeah, I’ll bet he told you I was speeding, too. Commentators two reasons for the absence of “confession” 1) Independence and privacy 2) Perfectionism and guilt b/c ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Jesus Despite Suffering PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to find joy and strength in God amidst trials, knowing that personal suffering can advance the Gospel and draw us closer to Christ.

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in a world that often seems to be spinning out of control. We face trials and tribulations, heartaches and hardships, and sometimes, it feels like there’s no end in sight. But, my dear brothers and sisters, I want to remind you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Topics: Choosing Joy, Living A Life Worthy

Life Is A Privilege, Life Is A Joy

Contributed by Kelechi Uwanuruochi on Feb 26, 2020

How you look at life is important. Our sermon today helps us to view life from the right perspective. A better understanding of life will lead to a better life.

1. Life becomes interesting when you see it as a privilege God has given you. It is a short opportunity For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. James 4:14 2. Life is also a good opportunity. It is important we see life from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:8, Hebrews 12:9-10, James 4:14, 1 Timothy 6:2

The Joy Of The Gospel And The Option For The Poor Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 24, 2015

When we act in favor of the poor–either by providing housing and food and medical care or by helping them to build systems that provide those things–we are acting as the Father and Son have done for us.

Thursday of 1st week in Advent 2015 Joy of the Gospel During the time of Advent, we look forward to the return of Our Lord Jesus Christ. The prophet Isaiah speaks of this “day of the Lord” as one based on the security provided the faithful by the Rock, the Lord God. The haughty and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

That Your Joy May Be Full

Contributed by Olafenwa John Ishola on Jun 16, 2014

In a world full of various challenges and troubles, living a joyful life becomes impossible without the help of God. Only Jesus can help us live a life full of joy.

Joy drives out all forms of bitterness that may have existed in your life in times past. It is a light that drives out the darkness of sorrow. Joy is what keeps you smiling everyday of your life, making all your days devoid of sorrow. Everyone desires to live a life full of joy, but it is evident ...read more

Scripture: John 16:24

Denomination: *other

The Joy Of The Lord Is Your Strength PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore how the joy of the Lord serves as a deep-seated strength for believers, sustaining them through challenging times.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a powerful message from the book of Nehemiah, chapter 8, verse 10. Here's what the scripture says: "Nehemiah said, 'Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Topics: Joy, Lord

Sharing Our Lord With Joy Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

Seeing the Unseen Christ allows us to delight in introducing others to Jesus

Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area I got to see both the Giants and Niners play from time to time. Because of that I was in the park when Willie Mays stroked homers to right-center field at Candlestick. Nothing gave me greater joy than watching Montana put together a last minute drive and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joy Of Possibility, Property, And Piety.

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010

Usually we only think of Job's sufferings, but he had many more years of great joy - both before and after his ordeal.

Admin OptionsFeature Edit Discussion Close Discussion Add Tags Cancel Delete Discussion Intro: 1. Near Antwerp a city of northern Belgium, on the Scheldt River, north of Brussels, is a convent of monks. These monks take a perpetual vow of silence; they dress in rough sackcloth; shave their ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Apostolic Succession, Persecution, And Joy Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 24, 2014

Thanks to the Church's magisterium, we know what Jesus taught, and we can rejoice, even amid persecution.

Thursday of the 6th Week of Easter EF: Ascension Day; OF: Easter Weekday Today’s reading from the Acts of the Apostles gives us one of those rare and precious bits of information that helps us to date the journeys of Paul and his letters. And it does so in one of the most important of his ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-20

Denomination: Catholic

Christmas And Joy: A Natural Combination Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 19, 2011

Like peanut butter and jelly, Christmas and joy belong together.

Christmas and Joy: A Natural Combination (topical) 1. For some people this year, Christmas is hard; first Christmas without a loved one, perhaps. Or a terminal ailment is hanging on someone’s head, and they know that this will be their last Christmas. Or a marriage has broken up, and this will be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:42-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joys Of Christmas: #3 In A Series PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023

This sermon explores the hope, salvation, and stability brought by Jesus's birth, encouraging us to let this Christmas message transform our lives daily.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joy to gather together in His presence, to sit under the grace-filled canopy of His word, and to allow His truth to wash over us, renewing our minds and refreshing our spirits. As we gather around the warmth of God's word today, we are turning our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Topics: Joy, Security

Living Faith / Dead Faith

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 21, 2007

The Bible speaks of a faith that is dead and living faith that empowers the Christian life. This study examines the scriptures that teach about faith and explain how that faith is not the product of man’s efforts, but the gift of God.

Living Faith / Dead Faith Over the last several months I have been praying for God to reveal more about faith to me. As I study the scriptures, I realized that there is much I have yet to understand. This study is the result of a lot of seeking and praying. While I believe that God has answered ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3

Denomination: Baptist

Joy: A Gift From God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

This sermon explores joy as a divine gift from God, a source of strength, and encourages believers to celebrate and share this joy with others.

Welcome, dear friends. It's a delight to be with you today, gathered in God's presence, as we unpack the profound gift of joy that our Heavenly Father so generously bestows upon us. Today, we're going to unwrap this divine gift, to better understand it, to celebrate it, and most importantly, to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:22, Habakkuk 3:18, John 15:11

Topics: True Joy

Journeying Towards Eternal Joy

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 16, 2024

Together, we delve into a profound truth through a parable, reminding us of the peril of seeking comfort without purpose.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather as a congregation and as travelers on a spiritual journey. Together, we delve into a profound truth through a parable, reminding us of the peril of seeking comfort without purpose. Let's reflect on how our daily choices and actions align ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24, Psalm 127:2

Denomination: Baptist