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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
A straightforward message on the joy (and necessity) of simple obedience to God’s Word. We have become great "knowers" but miserable "doers" of the Word.
Nehemiah 8:1-6 The Word of God must be READ (personally/devotionally and publicly proclaimed) Ezra stands on the platform and reads the law of God. Nehemiah 8:7-8 The Word of God must be EXPLAINED (taught, interpreted, preached, and translated) The Levites do this after Ezra reads. Nehemiah ...read more
Scripture: Nehemiah 8:13-18
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
How can I make sound Christian decisions?
21For to me, living is Christ and dying is gain. 22If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which I prefer. 23I am hard pressed between the two: my desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better; 24but to remain in the flesh is more ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30
Denomination: United Methodist
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
If we have Christ, we should have joy. There is nothing wrong with enjoying the joy. Joy is found in Christ
3 John 1-4 Enjoy the Joy Introduction A. When is the last time you saw someone smile just for no reason? B. When is the last time you went to the store and the clerk actually seemed happy to be working? C. When is the last time you walk in your boss’s office and he seemed to be in a good ...read more
Scripture: 3 John 1:1-4
Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance
People today, even most Christians, do not have the joy that the Lord intends us to have. Joy unspeakable comes when we are filled with His glory.
Joy that lasts Philippians 1:1-11 This sermon was birthed by prayer and some resources from Sermon central contributors Introduction- I think it would be safe to say most people want to be happy. We don’t ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11
Denomination: Nazarene
A Believer should be joyful...This message gives 3 stealers of your joy.
"JOY STEALERS" Gal 4:8-18 * For 2009 I’ve ask us to make this the “Year of Joy” with joy being understood as the acrostic, “Jesus-Others-Yourself”. In calling us to this Christ-like attitude we heard scriptures verses like this; “The Joy of the Lord is my strength”, “Restore to me the Joy of my ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 4:8-18
Explores the hope and joy found in Christ, and how we can harness this hope in our lives.
Good morning, beloved. It is a joy to be in the house of the Lord today, where we gather as one family under His banner of love. We are here today to share in the Word of God, to draw from its well of wisdom, and to be nourished by its life-giving truths. We turn our hearts today to the prophetic ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11
Topics: Joy, Hope, Christ
We can live with the gace and peace of God, no mater our circumstances!
West Greeley Baptist Church July 21st 2002 Philippians 1: 1-2 “With Joy” Pastor Mark Hensley “Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers[1] and deacons: 2Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:1-3
2nd sermon about joy in a 4 week series looking at the letter to the Philippians.
Joy Junkers Phil. 2:1-18 Intro: In the summer of 1990, finished first year of college (first freshman year) and working at CHBR in Kosciusko. Christian less than a year…some would question how much I looked the part because of my hair; confess to having a mullet. Yet Bro. Dan saw something in me ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18
What is the DNA of the true church?
With Great Joy Acts 1:12-14 In the previous passage we learned that the Ascension of Jesus into glory to sit at the right hand of the Father is the central point of Luke and Acts which makes the Ascension the most important event of the two books. We discussed the reasons why. The Jesus’ ...read more
Scripture: Acts 1:12-14
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Funny thing about joy, we all want it but few know how to keep it. the Joy that the Lord gives is not based upon possessions or circumstances.
The joy of the Lord Introduction- this sermon was gleamed from materials from SermonCentral and its contributors. Good morning, we have been looking at the character of God as we celebrate the Advent season. Last week we began with hope. All our hope is to be wrapped around a loving God that ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-8
Following the theme of joy in the book of Phillippians, this message deals with the connection of prayer and joy
02 LIVING JOYFULLY IN LIFE Prayer and Joy Philippians 1:3-5 I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, 4 always offering prayer with joy in my every prayer for you all, 5 in view of your participation in the gospel from the first day until now. INTRODUCTION: WELL, TODAY, WE MOVE SLIGHTLY ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:6
God loves to bless His children. We may go through the dark night but Joy comes in the morning.
“Joy in the Morning” October 5, 2014 Jeremiah 29:11-13 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13
Denomination: Holiness
Christmas is about the joy found in Christ
(adapted from Bob Russell) SERIES: “CHRISTMAS CAROL THEOLOGY” TEXT: PSALM 98 TITLE: “JOY TO THE WORLD” INTRODUCTION: A. Christmas can be quite stressful --planning parties, buying just the right gifts, preparing elaborate meals ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
4th Sunday in Advent
Fourth Sunday in Advent Luke 1: 39-45 (46-55) "Singing for Joy" 39 ¶ In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a city of Judah, 40 and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. 41 And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the babe leaped in ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:39-55
Denomination: Lutheran