Sermons on Gladness:

A Love Story

Contributed by Phillip Smith on May 23, 2023

Ladies, do you remember when your husband asked for your hand in marriage; the day you became engaged? You either were scared or excited; most likely filled with joy and gladness.

Ladies, do you remember when your husband asked for your hand in marriage; the day you became engaged? You either were scared or excited; filled with joy and gladness. Did you feel no one would ask for you to marry them? Did you feel as an outcast by so many in this world? Did you begin to wonder ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Say Goodbye

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Sep 11, 2023

I am glad that when the apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Ephesian church, he apparently had enough room to say all that he wanted to say and what he wished for the church.

Alba 9-10-2023 HOW TO SAY GOODBYE Ephesians 6:23-24 People don't write letters as much as they used to do. We do more texting now on our phones. It is really kind of sad since a lot of good conversation between people will be lost in the netherworld, if there is such a place. Every letter ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Visionary View: Rejoicing In Psalm 118:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 12, 2023

Let's explore the profound message found in Psalm 118:24 from the New Living Translation: "This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it."

Visionary View: Rejoicing in Psalm 118:24 Let's explore the profound message found in Psalm 118:24 from the New Living Translation: "This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it." The Gift of Today As we wake up each morning, we are greeted by a precious ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fullness Of Him.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 18, 2024

We are very unique, because we were not called, but God changed His mind. I’m so glad God changed His mind, aren’t you? John 15.16

The Fullness Of Him. Ephesians 1:15-23. Did you know that we are Jesus’ body- the Church. The Bride Of Christ. Ephesians 1:23, We are the fullness of him who fills everything in every way.“ We are very unique, because we were not called, but God changed His mind. I’m so glad God changed His mind, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23, Isaiah 62:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Is The Day! Rejoice!

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 5, 2026

As we start the new year, it is good to be reminded that each day is a blessing from the Lord and should not be taken for granted. This is the day the Lord has made, so let's rejoice and be glad in it.

Introduction: A. In an article written years ago, a man gave his idea of a perfect world. He said: 1. He wrote: “In a perfect world you would feel as good at 60 as you did at 17. And you would be as smart at 60 as you thought you were at 17. “In a perfect world professional basketball and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Attitude Of Giving Series

Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005

A challenge for the church not just to tithe, but to tithe with glad hearts. When we put in our offering, does God get the idea that we’re obeying because of love, or that we’re dragging our feet?

Stewardship IV - The attitude in giving Purpose: To challenge our people to tithe, but to tithe with glad hearts. 1. Our attitude says a lot about our actions. A husband might go to a "chick" movie with his wife, but he might go with a negative attitude, making lots of comments and huffing his way ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

What It Means To Have Faith.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jan 2, 2005

I am glad we are in an army that never has to retreat. We are always on the move forward in faith. Because of what Jesus has done on the cross of Calvary and our faith in Him, we are not the victim but the Victor.

What it means to have faith. Hebrews 11: 6. 01/02/05 I am glad we are in an army that never has to retreat. We are always on the move forward in faith. Because of what Jesus has done on the cross of Calvary and our faith in Him, we are not the victim but the Victor. In the end, we are the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6-40

Denomination: Baptist

Going Up To The Place Of God's Blessings Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008

I’m glad to report to you that no failure need be permanent in the walk of faith. God does not want His children to live away from His plan. So He is working to draw them back.

Theme: GOING UP TO THE PLACE OF GOD’S BLESSING Genesis 13: 1-4 Introduction A. Last Sunday we learned about the saddest event of the entire pilgrimage life of Abraham. It was when he left Canaan, the place where God called him to be, the land of victory and God’s blessings, and went down to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whosoever Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jan 11, 2025

I cannot say for anybody else, but I am so glad that God will save whosoever. Although it is not in our text we certainly see the free will of man and his ability to call unto God for salvation.

“Whosoever” Acts 8:9-13 1-12-2025 AM I cannot say for anybody else, but I am so glad that God will save whosoever. Paul said in, 1 Timothy 1:15 “This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.” In our text today ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 4—talking To God And Men Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 2, 2018

This Psalm is titled, To the Chief Musician. With stringed instruments. A Psalm of David. In it David pours out his complaint against slanderous enemies and finds peace and refuge in God.

Friday, December 27, 2013 Tom Lowe Psalm 4—Talking to God and Men 1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer. 2 O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"i Was Glad When They Said Unto Me, "let Us Go Into The House Of The Lord."

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 16, 2020

I preached this sermon our first Sunday back to worship after the Covid pandemic.

Title: “I Was Glad When They Said Let Us Go to the House of the Lord. Script: Psalm 122 Type: Expos./Event Where: 5-17-20 Intro: What brings you joy? This is a personal question and I am sure there are a variety of answers. For some it is a relationship or upcoming wedding. For some, it ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Does Everlasting Really Mean Forever? Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 17, 2011

To be assured of our salvation sets us free to serve the Lord free without the fear of Hell. Jesus made many wonderful promises to give the believer assurance so he could serve the Lord with gladness and freedom.

Does Everlasting Really Mean Forever? Sermon 3 in the series, "Free Grace in Focus – A Biblical Answer to Lordship Salvation" Chuck Sligh August 29, 2010 Much of the main points in this sermon come from a booklet titled “You Can Be Eternally Sure.” The booklet has been lost and the author and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28

Denomination: Baptist

A Compassionate Lord Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 13, 2017

As Jesus surveyed the multitude, He saw them as sheep without a shepherd. He saw their need and spoke many things to them. I am glad He is aware of our need and has compassion toward us.

A Compassionate Lord Mark 6: 30-34 As we continue through the sixth chapter of Mark, I realized we have discussed much in varied settings within this chapter. Jesus dealt with rejection in His hometown of Nazareth, the disciples were sent out to minister in pairs of two, and we read of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Baptist

Simon Of Cyrene Helps Jesus Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 16, 2022

We don’t know if Simon complained all the way to Golgotha, or recognized Jesus and was glad he had helped, but his name--unlike most of those minor players in the Gospel drama-- has come to us.

Simon of Cyrene helps Jesus (Those of us who have had the privilege and honor of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land always make Jerusalem part of the holy time. There, although the Jewish Temple has been replaced by a grand mosque, we can see the very places we read about in the New Testament, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32, Mark 15:21, Mark 8:31-34, Matthew 16:24-26, Romans 16:13, John 12:32-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Valley University

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Dec 24, 2023

WHIILE YOUR STILL STANDING WILL YOU TURN TO YOUR NEIGHBOR AND TELL THEM YOUR GLAD TO SEE THEM IN THE HOUSE BUT IT`S SOMETHING I HAVE TO TELL YOU --I`M A STUDENT AT VALLEY UNIVERSITY

Psalm 23:4 (KJV) 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD WHIILE YOUR STILL STANDING WILL YOU TURN TO YOUR NEIGHBOR AND TELL THEM YOUR GLAD TO SEE THEM ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist