Sermons on Good News Of Great Joy:

New Things

Contributed by Steve Johnson on Dec 24, 2001

Origianlly used for a morning worship service, most recently used at a funeral for a 23yr old lady who died of cancer...easily adaptable for any regualr service or funeral service.

What comes to your mind when I say "NEW"? What do you think of? I believe I would have to say that I think of Christmas. At Christmas, we get those "new" things. You may have thought of a new car or new house…maybe a new suit of clothes or a new baby even. But when you really stop to think ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3, 1 John 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy And Crown Of Boasting PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025

Even when separated or hindered, God’s presence unites and sustains us, making our love and faith in Christ endure until His return.

If you’ve ever waved goodbye at an airport gate or watched a taillight fade down a long highway, you know the quiet ache of separation. We stand on porches and in parking lots, with a smile on the lips and a lump in the throat, and we whisper, “Until later.” Our hearts carry faces and names. Our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20

Topics: Joy, Service

Nice Or Good

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 25, 2019

A study in the book of Romans 12: 1 – 21

Romans 12: 1 – 21 Be the good guy not the nice guy 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Identify The Thieves Of Joy

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 29, 2025

We have studied JOY. Now let us consider the THIEVES OF JOY. By identifying the things that steal our joy we should learn to guard our hearts.

IDENTIFY THE THIEVES OF JOY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Several part lesson. A STEALER IS A PERSON OR THING THAT TAKES WHAT DOES NOT BELONG TO THEM. Joy is personal strength and power. Joy is a foundational element to continue and endure to the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Galatians 5:22-23, John 3:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Way To Joy

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jul 21, 2012

They Christian's way to a Joyful life

My way to Joy Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:10 ILL. There he stood, in the midst of the Golden Corral restaurant, with Thousand Island dressing dripping from his hair, over his glasses, down his face, all over his jacket, pants, & shoes. And I’m not talking about a little bit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Journey Back To Joy

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 6, 2012

The restoration of joy in David's life.

While sports fishing off the Florida coast, a tourist capsized his boat. He could swim, but his fear of alligators kept him clinging to the overturned craft. Spotting and old beachcomber standing on the shore, the tourist shouted, "Are there any gators around here?!" ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12

Denomination: Baptist

Joy From Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 1, 2023

The season of Christmas is a time to experience comfort and joy from what God has done in Jesus.

INTRODUCTION • We are in the Christmas season! • This season should be a time for joy, but many struggle with the concept of joy because their lives lay in ruin. • Sometimes, the ruin is self-inflicted; other times, the ruin is inflicted upon us. • There is hope! • I want to draw your attention to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#2 Joy Is Essential Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014

To maintain a health spiritual walk we must focus on joy? What steals your joy? Learn to guard your heart and keep joy in focus.

#2 JOY IS ESSENTIAL By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a baby diaper hidden with me. I ask what does it take to bring JOY to your being? Then I ask what brings JOY to a baby? The answer is a DIAPER CHANGE. Often all it takes in a person to focus more on JOY is a change, an ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Triumphant Joy Refined Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016

Paul gives the church in Philippi the keys to refining our Joy.

INTRO: 1. Last week Paul defined “Triumphant Joy” for us as… a. A gift: supernatural joy that can only come from God. b. A stance: a gift that we must commit to hang onto, taking a stand to rejoice. c. An element of change: has the power to facilitate change first in ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy Of Real Revival PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 1, 2025

True revival is living daily in the Spirit’s righteousness, peace, and joy, letting God’s love transform ordinary moments and relationships into Kingdom life.

Some of us walked in today with a smile that’s doing a lot of work. Bills stack up, headlines shout, and our own hearts whisper old worries with new volume. And yet, into that ache comes a whisper stronger than worry: the King is here, and where the King is, joy begins to sing. Not a thin grin, not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17, Luke 10:21

Topics: Joy, Revival

The Fruit Of The Spirit - Joy

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Oct 18, 2003

This is the second aspect of the Fruit of the Spirit. May we learn what this joy is all about and be able to make application with it in our lives.

Fruit of the Spirit – Joy Galatians 5:22-23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self control. Against such things there is no law. [NKJV] OPENING REMARKS Study of Fruit of the Holy Spirit - Joy The passage of Galatians ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Good To Praise

Contributed by David Nolte on Nov 27, 2016

Illustrartes the benefit of praisse

“It Is Good To Praise” Psalm 92:1-4 David P. Nolte When we use the word “good” we might mean one of four things. “Good” might mean “fortunate or favorable.” For instance, if your car has a flat tire, you may say, “It’s a good ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Good Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

Explores prioritizing God's kingdom in our lives, facing life's difficulties, and living a fulfilled life through Christ's teachings.

Good morning, church family! I'm so glad to see y'all here today, ready to open your hearts and minds to God's word. We're gonna have a chat today, a heart-to-heart conversation about our lives, our struggles, and how we can truly live the good life in Christ. Before we get started, let's read the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Topics: Good Life, Christ

Wisdom In Adversity Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 27, 2010

A wise person is able to turn a bad day into a good day.

[To receive a free sermon each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] THE CROOKEDNESS OF LIFE Consider the work of God: who can make straight what he has made crooked? In the day of prosperity be joyful, and in the day of adversity consider: God has made the one as well as the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Even Shepherds Are Included Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Dec 5, 2006

Jesus was birth was not just a joyous announcment for the rich, the religious or those of prestige. Jesus’ birth was good news for everyone.

Even Shepherds are Included Luke 2:8-19 Luke 2:8-19 That night some shepherds were in the fields outside the village, guarding their flocks of sheep. [9] Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terribly frightened, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational