Sermons on Gladness And Joy:

Joy Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 28, 2018

Our Joy is found in the ultimate righteous rule of Jesus. Our Joy is found in the restoration of Jesus. Our joy is found in the spread of His gospel .

Joy Isaiah 11:1-10 Our Joy is found in the ultimate righteous rule of Jesus. vv.1-5 Our Joy is found in the restoration of Jesus. vv.6-9 Our joy is found in the spread of His gospel Vs. 10 (on screen) Christmas is such a time for celebration, isn’t it? And joy is resident ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Joy

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 16, 2023

This is the third Sunday of Advent we celebrate joy today.

“JOY” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 1. Today , the Advent candle in the wreath is not blue or purple; it is pink. • It symbolizes joy. On this third Sunday of Advent, we celebrate joy. • Today is also known as Gaudete Sunday, from the Latin, Gaudete, meaning “rejoice.” • These words are lifted from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Denomination: Methodist

Joy Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Nov 30, 2019

Please keep in mind this sermon was written for residents in an ALF memory care facility.

Sermon On Joy Market Street ( A memory care facility in Tarpon Springs, FL) December 1 2019 Welcome the church that meets at Market Street. Review gift of the Holy Spirit and who the church is. Talk about the woman at the well. Discuss again and we have the gift of the Holy Spirit and we truly are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 28, 2022

Life with Christ is a life of joy.

INTRODUCTION • Have you ever been criticized before for something you did that was different than what others were doing? • Have you ever faced criticism when you have led ministries within the church? • You are not alone; even Jesus was criticized in about every direction. • Today we will begin a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 18, 2020

We find joy in experiencing God’s unearned forgiveness and knowing that nothing can stop him from finishing what he has already started in our lives.

Joy Jeffery Anselmi / General Be Happy / Joy; Happiness / Philippians 1:1–11 We find joy in experiencing God’s unearned forgiveness and knowing that nothing can stop him from finishing what he has already started in our lives. INTRODUCTION • How has your 2020 been thus far? • On a scale from 1 to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

The story of the shepherds we will examine a couple of issues concerning joy.

Joy Luke 2:7-2:15 • Later in Jesus’ ministry, He said He was here in part to bring joy! • John 15:11 “I have spoken these things to you so that My joy may be in you and your joy may be complete. • The story of the shepherds we will examine a couple of issues concerning joy. verse 7. I. Fear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Happy Happy Joy Joy

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 15, 2025

True joy is not tied to circumstance but planted by the Spirit, anchored in Christ, and sustained by what is true, pure, lovely, and eternal.

Introduction: A Cartoon Jingle Some of you may remember a wild cartoon from the 1990s that sang, “Happy Happy Joy Joy!” over and over again. It was silly, catchy, and fun—but it never told you what happiness or joy really are. In that way it’s a lot like the world we live in. We hum the tune of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, Hebrews 12:2, John 15:11, Proverbs 17:22

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

He Has Risen! He Is Not Here!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 11, 2020

Jesus' friends make a sad journey to his tomb. Jesus' friends make a glad journey with Good News: Jesus has risen!

“HE HAS RISEN! HE IS NOT HERE.” (Outline) April 12, 2020 - Easter Sunday - MARK 16:1-8 INTRO.: Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! It is just as Scripture declared. Once again a message from an angel announces one of the most significant events in the history of the world. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

I'm Glad Salvation Is Free

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Dec 4, 2003

I’m Glad Salvation is Free

Salvation is not passed on from one generation to another. Salvation is not attained by the deeds that man may do. Salvation is the gift of God. James 1:17 says, "Every good and perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the father..." 1. The Way of Satan Eph. 2:1-3 a. The Way of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Lazarus Is Dead, And I Am Glad

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 4, 2013

Jesus wept at this scene...so how was He glad?

Lazarus is Dead, and I am Glad John 11 PowerPoint, audio, and formatted text, including pt. 2 at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Lazarus.html Once upon a time a family lived in Bethany of Judea. They were not a typical family. They were siblings, 3 of them, 2 sisters and a brother. Mary, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Glad To Be A Wild Card Series

Contributed by Danielle Jeremiah on Apr 1, 2025

In this powerful word, Danielle Parker reveals how God uses the unexpected, the hidden, and the overlooked to shift history. If you’ve ever felt out of place, it’s because you were born to disrupt, not to conform. You are Heaven’s surprise move—and when God plays you, everything changes.

I Am Glad to Be a Wild Card By Danielle Parker INTRODUCTION: The Ones Who Don’t Fit Let’s be honest—many of us have spent years asking the wrong questions. Questions like: “Why am I so different?” “Why does my story seem so off-course compared to others?” “Why am I always the one people ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:2

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

"sing Aloud With Gladness!"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 31, 2025

When God spoke these words through the prophet Jeremiah, His people were in trouble.

Scripture Reading: "For thus says the LORD: 'Sing aloud with gladness for Jacob, and shout among the chief of the nations; proclaim, give praise, and say, "O LORD, save Your people, the remnant of Israel!"'" — Jeremiah 31:7 (NKJV) Opening Prayer Almighty God, we thank ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7

Denomination: Methodist

Let My Life Bring No Sorrow!.(Prayer Of Jabez) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 7, 2025

A Sermon on Living a Life of Joy and Impact.

LET MY LIFE BRING NO SORROW! By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 "And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Worship Is All About Glorifying God! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2025

True obedience flows from joyful faith; serving God with gladness transforms ordinary tasks into sacred acts and reveals His love to the world.

Some mornings arrive like a hymn. Sunlight spills across the kitchen table, a mug warms your hands, and hope hums beneath the chores and headlines. Other mornings weigh heavy. The to-do list looms, the inbox aches, and the heart feels thin as paper. In both kinds of mornings, God extends the same ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:47

Topics: Joyful Worship, Gladness

Rejoice In The Lord

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Sep 11, 2021

Introduction: • In this time of pandemic, many people become depressed, discouraged and anxious.

REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS. a. Rejoice means ( Merriam Webster Dictionary ) to give you or to feel joy or great delight. b. To rejoice means to have or to possess great joy and delight. c. To rejoice in the Lord is to have joy. d. In times of plague, it can be hard to rejoice in the Lord. e. When ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4