Sermons on Indestructible Joy:

When Do Religious People Whoop It Up?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 15, 2007

God invites us to share his joy when someone who was lost, is found.

Title: When Do Religious People Whoop It Up? Text: Luke 15:1-10 Thesis: God invites us to share his joy when someone who was lost, is found. Introduction Have you ever lost something you really treasured… something you would really like to find? After reading the text for today, I thought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strength To Stand - Part One

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 13, 2006

Why is it some have joy and the strength of the Lord in their lives, while others don’t?

STRENGTH TO STAND ~ Part One ~ The Armor of God There is something wonderful about becoming a Christian. The forgiveness of God is difficult for people to understand. That is, until they finally surrender their life completely to the Lord. To know first hand the saving Grace of God is life ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let These Be Our Prayers

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jan 2, 2006

It is of great relief if we come to God’s presence for strength and encouragement and joy: PRAYER

LET THESE BE OUR PRAYERS 2Thessalonians 1:11-12 San Raphael, Prieto Diaz Sorsogon October 29, 2005 INTRODUCTION Christian life is not a “bed of roses.” We are not exempted from troubles and trials in our journey, as Christian. 1. People 2. Health 3. Circumstances Always remember that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Your Father Smile Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Worship as enjoying and bring joy to God--the purpose for which we were made.

Making Your Father Smile Ephesians 1:3-14 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: One of golf’s most interesting moments came in the 1870’s when a Scotchman came to America to promote the new game. To publicize the effort, his company ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does Easter Mean To You?

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Apr 12, 2001

Easter means the Christian can have peace with the past, joy in the present, and hope for the future.

Sermon.969 Easter Sunrise Devotional: 2001 From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Columbia, SC "What Does Easter Mean To You?" What does Easter mean to you? Amanda Ward, age 7, of Nashville, Tennessee said, “Easter is when Jesus got alive!” The resurrection of Jesus is the most totally ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Crisis Of Dependence

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jan 8, 2002

To find joy, one must continually abide in the Word, Prayer, and in His unbounding love.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! The Crisis of Dependence Pastor Jerry Vargo Text: John ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let Us Draw Near

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Apr 30, 2009

The joy and priveledge of the believer’s access into the holy of holies; into the very presence of God in heaven

Let Us Draw Near Dr. Russell K. Tardo 22Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. 23Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:22-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pursuing Purity Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jul 1, 2008

The blessedness – the joy and the extreme happiness of the pure in heart, comes from a deep love for God.

PURSUING PURITY Matthew 5:8 BE PERFECT SERIES The blessedness – the joy and the extreme happiness of the pure in heart, comes from a deep love for God. Holiness Misunderstood 1. Boring 2. Impossible 3. Not really necessary 4. Critical attitude "Happy are pure in heart; they will see God!" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Hava Negilah - Let Us Rejoice!

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Apr 4, 2010

The cry goes out - He is Risen - will we realize what joy this brings... to God?

Concordia Lutheran Church Easter Sunday, August 4, 2010 Hava Nagilah Isaiah 65: 17-25 † IN JESUS NAME † May the grace, the incredible love and mercy of God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ bring you great rejoicing and peace this day, as we begin to grasp that we, united with His death and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25

Denomination: Lutheran

"Come And Worship

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 24, 2008

We should worship with JOY, and our worship should have an impact on our lives.

Two young boys were walking down the street in downtown Atlanta when out from an alley a Pit Bull suddenly appeared and attacked one of the boys. The other boy grabbed a 2x4 lying near the alley and beat the dog to death and saved his friend’s life. A reporter from the Atlanta Journal and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why God Lets Friends Die Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 1, 2008

God love his people through sorrow and death to eternal pleasure and everlasting joy.

Scripture Introduction John 11 contains the well-known story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, and (for trivia fans) the shortest verse in the Bible is in this chapter. We also find here the last of the seven miracles (or “signs” as John calls them) which structure this book. Miracles (of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Is Alive Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 13, 2009

The 1) COMPASSION 2) TERROR 3) JOY 4) WORSHIP & 5)HOPE of the Resurrection

This week has seen some tremendous devastation. At least 1,500 have been injured and tens of thousands left homeless in Italy’s deadliest quake in nearly 30 years. One official said between 10,000 and 15,000 buildings were damaged by the earthquake. By Friday morning the death toll from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Other

Courage To Do........

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Apr 15, 2009

though courage takes on another dimension, a dimension of peace and joy in the middle of challenges and struggles

Do you know what my son James dreamed about last night? A friend asked Steve ( adapted from a story by Steve Goodier). The friend continued, “He dreamed about you.” Steve smiled with delight at the honor of a friend’s son including him in a dream. Steve had befriended the young boy early in their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:18-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Easter Sunday - Matthew 28

Contributed by Matt Stone on Apr 6, 2020

At Easter, God transforms fear to peace, disciples to brothers, worship to mission and grief to joy.

The Natural History Museum in London used to have an earthquake simulator. You’d stand in the middle of a pretend Japanese supermarket and the floor would move, literally, under your feet. You’d get jolted back and forth. It always felt a little bit tame – I suspect they didn’t want anyone to hurt ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let's Conquer These Trials Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 17, 2019

This hopefully helps answer the question of how we can find joy in the crises of life.

Last Sunday evening we talked about the trials and temptations that we all go through on our journey through life. What is the worst trial that you face right now? What is the worst temptation, the temptation that just swarms in upon you and overcomes you and leads you into sin? Is there an ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-12

Denomination: Baptist