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Pure Joy Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2011

1- It’s pure joy to experience trials 2- It’s pure joy to attain wisdom 3- It’s pure joy to be single-minded

INTRO.- Joy can mean many things to many people. ILL.- A January 1994 Reuters News Service story on Manuel Oliveira's ice cream shop in Merida, Venezuela, reported on his 567 flavors: including onion, chili, beer, eggplant, smoked trout, spaghetti parmesan, chicken with rice, and spinach. He ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gift Of Joy

Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 10, 2021

A sermon for the 6th Sunday of Easter, Year B

May 9, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 15:9-17 The Gift of Joy Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “So teach us to number our days that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” So says Psalm 90. How many days are we ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Overflowing Joy Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 3, 2006

The concluding sermon of Nehemiah that considers the result of a life built with God at the center: When We Build with God at the Center, We will Overflow with Joy in all Things.

(This is especially from 12:43ff) Today we come to the end of our study in Nehemiah—not that we have mined all the truths therein—we have only TOUCHED on chapter 13, which ends the book on a bit of a downer—seeing what happens when people don’t stay dedicated to God But that is NOT our focus ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:1-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 20, 2017

As Joseph reconnects with his brothers, he models for us three steps toward reconciliation: 1) Turn away from revenge. 2) Test for repentance. And 3) Trust in God's sovereignty. Judah's sacrifice reminds us of our Savior Jesus who reconciled us to God.

Genesis 45:1-15 The Joy of Reconciliation We are covering the amazing story of the Old Testament character of Joseph in two Sundays. The actual story covers 14 chapters of Genesis. I urge you to read it on your own. It is a fascinating account of the worst kind of betrayal and the most amazing ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15, Romans 12:19, Deuteronomy 32:35, Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Overflowing Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 12, 2022

Joy is the inevitable result for the one who is obedient to the will of the Living God.

“Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant. For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for he who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is his name. And his mercy is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Worship

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Dec 23, 2006

Beloved there is no greater JOY then we find our savior and Lord and worship Him for who he is. Let us encourage every one who is looking by truly enjoying this time of year with all it’s meaning, Jesus was born, God has kept His promise.

The JOY of Worship A visitor in a small Southern town comes across a beautiful Nativity scene. It was obvious that great skill and talent had gone into creating it. One small feature bothers the man - the three wise men are wearing firefighters helmets. Unable to come up with a reason or an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy-Filled Shepherds (Pastor Glenys) Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Dec 14, 2008

In a ‘slow motion moment’, black and white turns to living color! The boring brilliant! The mundane becomes magnificent!

O – ordinary R – routine D – dull I – inferior N – normal A – average R – repetitive Y – yawn These words, along with a few others of like kind, could be used to describe an evening with the shepherds. Nothing ‘too much’ happened out in the fields while the shepherds kept watch. There may ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-18

Denomination: Salvation Army

An Attitude Of Joy

Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Dec 15, 2008

If there is one thing everybody is looking for then it is to be really and truly happy: to have and experience real joy everyday. It is time to realize that we can have that joy: we just need to change our attitude.

Nehemiah 8:10 AMP: Then [Ezra] told them, Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet drink, and send portions to him for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. And be not grieved and depressed, for the joy of the Lord is your strength and stronghold. GNB: Now go home and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Joy Of The Lord

Contributed by Mike Schmelzer on Apr 13, 2014

This is a message of encouragement to those who are facing struggles and to realize that you can still have the joy of the LORD even when you may not be happy.

Nehemiah 8:9-10 KJV And Nehemiah, which is the Tirshatha (Governor), and Ezra the priest the scribe, and the Levites that taught the people, said unto all the people, This day is holy unto the LORD your God; mourn not, nor weep. For all the people wept, when they heard the words of the law. 10 ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Happiness Or Joy

Contributed by Peter Sapp on Aug 8, 2013

God is not concerned with His children's happiness. He is concerned with their joy. Happiness is fleeting, joy is eternal.

John 15:9-17 Bubba walked into a doctor's office and the receptionist asked him what he had. Bubba said, "Shingles."  So she wrote down his name, address, medical insurance number and told him to have a seat.  Fifteen minutes later a nurse's aide came out and asked Bubba what he had. Bubba said, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Joy

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Dec 18, 2016

Christmas Joy is when we are restored to the right relationship with God through His Son Jesus Christ.

Christmas Joy “When the Lord restored his exiles to Jerusalem, it was like a dream! We were filled with laughter, and we sang with joy.” Psalm 126:1-2 Intro: I want to talk to you today about Christmas Joy. We all face difficulties in life. Challenges at work or in school. People that are hard ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy Unspeakable!

Contributed by John D Jones on Oct 26, 2011

God's people can rejoice no matter what the circumstances may be because of Christ and what we have in Him.

1 Peter 1:3-16 The Bible presents certain birthmarks that distinguish the children of God from the children of the world. We read that, ‘by this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one for another.’ God’s people are called upon to be a ‘peculiar ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching The Gospel Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 22, 2024

The Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20 commands us to "Go and make disciples of all nations

Why we have to preach the gospel: We have to preach the Gospel because: 1. *God commands it*: Jesus instructs us to “Go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). 2. *Souls are at stake*: People without Christ are lost and destined for eternal separation from God (John 3:36). 3. *The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 9:16-17

The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 1) At Work Today! Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024

Many times in the Gospels, Jesus shows up in ways that people did not expect. He often defies expectations, both then and now, and as we look at three powerful moments in Scripture, we will see how Jesus reveals Himself in unexpected ways.

Transformed by Truth: The Unexpected Jesus (sermon 1) At work today! Luke 24:13-35, John 4:4-30, Isaiah 55:8-9 Introduction Have you ever had a moment when something or someone completely surprised you? Maybe you expected one outcome, but what actually happened caught you off guard and left you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, John 4:4-30, Isaiah 55:8-9, Proverbs 3:5-6, Galatians 3:28, Matthew 28:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Secret Of Joy Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jun 10, 2009

The secret of joy in life is not in money, jobs or things but found in something that we can’t see, taste or touch. Invisible but life changing. Joy is only found in Christ.

Illuminate Part 10- The Secret of Joy We have made it to the end. It’s been a long journey with a slight break for a few weeks but today is the final message our Illuminate series. Today we finish the message talking about the secret of Joy. Through out this series Paul in his letter to the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Wesleyan