Sermons on Godly Joy:

Hope Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 13, 2019

Hope is a significant key to finding in the journey of life because it is a wonderful gift from God. Hope will become a source of strength, power and courage in the face of life’s severest trials. Hope will bring you joy when you think there is no joy!

Series: Finding Joy in The Journey Series: We need to find joy in the journey! Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers because storms will blow in and out ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15, 1 Peter 1:3, 1 Peter 1:1-12, John 11:1-44, John 12:12-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Try Praise

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Dec 18, 2015

We should praise God in all situations. In difficult times, praise the Lord.

Taken from Classic Sermons on Worship compiled by Warren W. Wiersbe Andrew A. Bonar "Praise" pgs 151 -160 TRY PRAISE Scripture: Psalms 147:1 Praise ye the Lord: for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely. Praise --> to shine; hence to make a show, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Celebrate Salvation!

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 2, 2021

This impulse must always live among us: a joyful seeking after the LORD. For we’ve seen how God has saved us through his only Son. We have such great reason for joy, even if we possess little, or even if we have much to grieve. Even so, there is great joy in Christ.

If there’s ever a special occasion, we like to celebrate it with a meal. If someone graduates from school, or has a significant birthday, or if there’s a wedding, we get together for something to eat and drink. For food can be very festive. We see this in the Bible too. Think of all the feasts God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-23, Ezra 6:19-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Is Our Help In Sorrow

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Feb 3, 2021

We all go through difficult times in this world. Quite often it is hard to see the proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. But trust me, or should I say trust the Lord. He will be there with you all the way through the journey of your trial.

Isaiah 35:10 (KJV) And the ransomed of the LORD shall return, and come to Zion with songs and everlasting joy upon their heads: they shall obtain joy and gladness, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away. We all go through difficult times in this world. Quite often it is hard to see the proverbial ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:10, John 16:20, Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 51:11, John 14:27, 1 Thessalonians 4:13, Revelation 21:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Do Not Lose Heart

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 28, 2021

From part of Paul’s letter to the church of Corinth we learn that it is through our participation in Christ’s death and resurrection and by focusing on things unseen and our eternal destination that our inner person is renewed day by day with divine strength needed to love God and one another!

Do not Lose Heart 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “If Christians are prepared to be identified with Christ in a fallen world and accept whatever sufferings and afflictions they may thus encounter, they will share His glory.” How do aliens live ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Watchman What Of The Night

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 17, 2024

Dark times have always been a part of history. There have been wars, famines, uprising, persecutions, tribulations, and trying times. The Bible reads with many of them and how God delivers His people through them all.

Watchman What of the Night By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Dark times have always been a part of history. There have been wars, famines, uprising, persecutions, tribulations, and trying times. The Bible reads with many of them and how God delivers His people through them all. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 21:11-12

Denomination: Apostolic

Sermon: How Do You See The Future

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 1, 2024

“What do you see in the future? It is the same kind of questions people are asking today. When will we return to normal? When will the prices come down? Is there anyone worth voting for? Do we need a set of new leaders?

Sermon: How Do You See The Future Scripture: Isaiah 21:11-12 This message came to me concerning Edom: Someone from Edom keeps calling to me, “Watchman, how much longer until morning? When will the night be over?” 12 The watchman replies, “Morning is coming, but night will soon return. If you wish ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 21:11-12, Isaiah 21:1-10, Psalm 30:5, John 8:32, Hebrews 12:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Call Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 22, 2024

Psalm 66 is a corporate Psalm of Thanksgiving or Praise in response to the work of God in the lives of the people of Judah. This introductory message looks at the first four verses and the summons to praise - reflecting on the context of praise, the command to praise, and the content of our praise.

Psalm 66:1–4 ESV Shout for joy to God, all the earth; sing the glory of his name; give to him glorious praise! Say to God, “How awesome are your deeds! So great is your power that your enemies come cringing to you. All the earth worships you and sings praises to you; they sing praises to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-4, Exodus 14:21, Joshua 3:14-17, Philippians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 1 Corinthians 15:54-57, James 2:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Our Inheritance In Christ.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 9, 2024

A prayer for wisdom and knowledge.

OUR INHERITANCE IN CHRIST. Ephesians 1:11-23. I). The seal of our inheritance (Ephesians 1:11-14). We have an inheritance (Ephesians 1:11), which is sealed by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13). Put another way, the Holy Spirit is given as the down payment of our inheritance (Ephesians 1:14). ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting For Christ (1 Thessalonians 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 26, 2024

Imagine a church filled with joy and unity. That was true of the church of God in Thessaliniki. Let's look at 1 Thessalonians 1.

Thessaloniki is in today’s northern Greece. It was named after Queen Thessalonike, a half-sister of Alexander the Great. Also known as Thessalonica, it was the capital of Macedonia, a region originally only the size of Greek Macedonia, which grew to overlap parts of several modern countries, North ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Shining Face Of God

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 11, 2023

'The Shining Face of God' - Psalm 67 - sermon by Gordon Curley. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Because the World Needs Light (vs 1-2). (2). Because the World Needs Joy (vs 3-4). (3). Because the World Needs Life (vs 5-7). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Coca-Cola is one product that has far outgrown its humble beginnings. • In 1886, Dr John Pemberton first introduced Coca-Cola ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

In The Land Of The Blind, The Open-Eyed Get Beaten Up Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 23, 2023

Our Western world is suffused with moral and intellectual darkness; it’s like nearly everyone is blind, or walks around with an eyepatch over both eyes.

Friday of the 11th Week in Course 2023 I had for about nine years the privilege of leading a Christian secondary school. One of the skills we taught in our writing classes was, as in many schools, how to write a resume for college applications. And, as principal, I got to read very many resumes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-23, Psalm 34:2-7, 2 Corinthians 11:18-30

Denomination: Catholic

Parting Councils Lesson 14 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 7, 2024

The first indication and fruit of the new life?

1. What is always presented as the first indication and fruit of the new life? Love (v. 1; cf. 1 John 2:10-11). 2. What is one important way of manifesting the love of Christ? Being gracious to others (v. 2). 3. What is another characteristic of true Christian love? Kindness to those ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

A Child Is Born With A Christmas Message Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Dec 14, 2023

A child is born with a Christmas message, which means that the child brings a message of hope, love, and joy to the world. This message reminds us of the true meaning of Christmas and encourages us to spread kindness and generosity to others.

A child is born with a Christmas message. Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, December 14, 2023 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beloved. Let Us Love One Another: A Sermon For The 4th Sunday Of Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 16, 2023

One has to know God in order to truly love.

Beloved. Let us love one another: A Sermon for the 4th Sunday of Advent 1 John 4:7–8 NKJV Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. He who does not love does not know God, for God is love. We now come to the 4th Sunday of Advent ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible