Sermons on Giving Joy To God:

Unleashing Joy: A Way Of Life.

Contributed by James Chandler on Jun 9, 2019

Joy is something to be lived out in the life of a Christian. This message challenges Christians to develop the character in their life that will produce the spiritual fruit of joy, using the very familiar, yet simple, recipe of Jesus, Others, Yourself.

My family was recently visiting Disney, a place where dreams come true and joy is found. It was interesting watching other families share our experience. It was hot, crowded, long lines, expensive food. I realized you can be in a place where everything is supposed to be magical and yet be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy Compromise, Holy Joy

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Jan 28, 2021

The word "compromise" is a red flag among people of principle. But in the real world of human relationships, compromise is perhaps the most overlooked source of genuine joy.

Mark 2:1-5 (3) "And they came, bringing to Him a paralytic, carried by four men." The word "compromise" is a red flag among people of principle. But in the real world of human relationships, compromise is perhaps the most overlooked source of genuine joy. The fact is (1) ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Thanking God For A Grace-Infused Life Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Nov 27, 2014

Thanksgiving always brings a variety of personal "thank-you's" to God, but how in the world would sinners ever be able to "bless the Lord".

Thanking God for a Grace-Infused Life Prelude: “Perfect Wisdom of Our God”, by Getty Music Proclamation: Good traditions do not always promote traditionalism. Some are very important to honor. President George Washington stated in his Proclamation of October 17, 1789, “It is the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Know People As God Knows Them

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 5, 2022

We only see that which is temporal, but God sees that which is eternal, and he wants us too as well.

There are certain people we think we know all about. We recognize them by features, characteristics, conduct and we do know much about them but not all. Man looks on the outward appearance, but God looks on the heart. If we're going to make this year a profitable one, we must know people as God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Dreams Come True! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 10, 2017

In the place of your affliction, trust Him to use you for His glory, to make you forget your pain, and to make you fruitful as you live your life for Him.

In 1969, in a science lab in New Jersey, Canadian physicist Willard Boyle and his colleagues invented the concept of an electronic eye. Using their knowledge of mathematics and the behavior of light they provided the science behind digital cameras known as a charged-coupled device or CCD. The CCD ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Will Be A Good Steward Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007

Committing to being a good steward of all that God has entrusted into our care.

I Will Be A Good Steward Introduction: Apart from our Lord, it is hard to think of historical figures whose dying words were, "It is accomplished!" Alexander the Great conquered Persia, but broke down and wept because his troops were too exhausted to push on to India. Hugo Grotius, the father of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unrighteous Steward

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004

A message on our stewardship responsibilities for the things of God (Not necessarily a tithing sermon).

THE UNRIGHTEOUS STEWARD Luke 16:1-13 INTRO: Charles Dickens wrote about a man who was very selfish. Ebenezer Scrooge. We use this term to describe someone who is a tightwad. Perhaps it could describe the unrighteous steward Jesus tells about in Luke’s Gospel. Let’s see three things about this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Laws Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 10, 2006

I’m talking about a lifestyle that God desires for our lives. That is to be giving.

INTRO: During the Great Depression, poverty swept across America like a whirling tornado, ripping up dreams and scattering hopes to the wind. One such poverty twister hit a small part of Texas where a man named Yates ran a sheep ranch. Struggling even to keep food on the table, Yates and his wife ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stewardship Of Gratitude

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

How are we to handle all the wonderful things God has given us?

The Stewardship of Gratitude Montreal/Townships October 15, 2005 Last weekend was a special weekend in Canada- it’s Thanksgiving weekend- and thousands of families enjoyed a special meal and special times together over the course of the weekend. Tables were heaped with special treats, including ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Time To Remember: Bless The Lord And Forget Not All His Benefits

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 30, 2007

THIS SERMON EXHORTS US TO BLESS THE LORD AND FORGET NOT ALL HIS BENEFITS. IT IS A TIME TO REMEMBER THE LORD AND HIS 1.WAYS 2.WORKS 3.WONDERS 4.WORDS 5.WARNINGS 6.WILL 7.WATCHING

A TIME TO REMEMBER: BLESS THE LORD AND FORGET NOT ALL HIS BENEFITS ************************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1.WAYS 2.WORKS 3.WONDERS 4.WORDS 5.WARNINGS 6.WILL 7.WATCHING THE MESSAGE A TIME TO REMEMBER: BLESS THE LORD AND FORGET NOT ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Glorifying God

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

The love to which Jesus summons us is not the giving UP of one’s life, but the giving AWAY of one’s life.

Glorifying God – John 13: 31-38 Intro: Glorify – to exalt and honor, to praise extravagantly, honor, extol. --- May Dad once said to me, “I have given you a name of honor, see that you pass it on in the same condition as you received it.” I never really appreciated that thought until I had sons ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Love Language Of Giving / Receiving Gifts Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 16, 2022

Looking at the 5 love languages and how we can demonstrate them and lead us toward God.

5 Love Languages - Gifts May 8, 2022 I think we all enjoy receiving gifts. Some though like it more, in fact, they live for those gifts. They don’t have to be super expensive, just something which says I was thinking about you. Of course, if you don’t know that someone craves receiving gifts ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9, Ephesians 1:3-8, John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Commitment

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005

Why is it that Christians often need to be motivated to give when God has given us so much? God had provided for the Corinthians in such a wonderful way and yet they were hesitant to share what they had with others.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: W. A. Criswell tells of an ambitious young man who told his pastor he’d promised God a tithe of his income. They prayed for God to bless his career. At that time he was making $40.00 per week and tithing $4.00. In a few years his income increased and he was tithing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have Lasting Joy Series

Contributed by Brian Oberg on Jul 22, 2005

Jesus’ miracle of turning water into wine teaches us how He meets the keys to lasting joy.

http://bethelbaptistmarquette.org/html/miracles_with_a_message1.html ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Ang Joy Ni Mary

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 23, 2020

Ang Joy ni Mary

Ang Joy ni Mary Banal na kasulatan: Kanta ng Mga Kanta 2:8-14, Lucas 1:39-45. Pagninilay Mahal kong mga kapatid na babae, Ngayon, nabasa natin mula sa Ebanghelyo ayon kay Saint Luke (Lucas 1: 39-45): "Si Maria ay nagtakda noong mga panahong iyon at naglakbay patungo sa ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45, Song of Songs 2:8-14

Denomination: Other