Sermons on Indestructible Joy:

Message 11 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5:15-17 – Vengeance, Rejoicing Always, And Praying Without Ceasing Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 31, 2022

Do not seek vengeance on others or render evil to anyone. Injustice is everywhere but leave it in the Lord’s hands. Then we have the words “Pray without ceasing” and we look at a lot of references for that. We will consider joy and rejoicing as well.

MESSAGE 11 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5:15-17 – VENGEANCE, REJOICING ALWAYS, AND PRAYING WITHOUT CEASING There is a fair bit of scripture in this message. It deals with vengeance, injustice, persecution and rejoicing and we look at a lot of verses dealing with those matters. PART 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:15, Romans 12:16-21, Micah 3:1-12, Amos 5:10-15, 1 Thessalonians 5:16, Matthew 2:10, Matthew 5:11-12, Luke 1:58, Luke 10:20-21, Matthew 18:13, Luke 15:5-6, John 20:20, Acts 13:48, Romans 12:11-15, 2 Corinthians 6:10, Philippians 3:1, Philippians 4:4, Colossians 1:24, 1 Peter 4:13, 1 Peter 1:6-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Acts 1:14, Acts 2:42, Luke 18:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Dawning Of A New Day Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 13, 2023

It was the dawning of a new Day because expectations were exceeded; sorrow turned to Joy; and fear was transformed into faith! Have you been seeking Him? Have you found him yet? He will be found by all who seek him.

Sermon – “A Dawning of A New Day” Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10 “Early on Sunday morning, as the new day was dawning, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went out to visit the tomb. 2 Suddenly there was a great earthquake! For an angel of the Lord came down from heaven, rolled aside the stone, and sat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Matthew 16:18, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Beauty Of Belonging To God - You Belong To God Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 21, 2022

To belong is to feel loved and secure. Humanity’s greatest desire is to know and be known, to love and be loved and to feel confident that those who know and love us will be there for us through joy and trouble of life. This desire for connection, God has filled.

Sermon - You Belong to God I Corinthians 6:19,20 “Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, 20 for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.” Psalm 100:3 “Know that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19, 1 Corinthians 6:20, Psalm 100:3, Isaiah 43:1

Denomination: Methodist

My Father's Eyes

Contributed by Mark Sigue on Aug 30, 2024

A human love between father and son is sacred—a connection that transcends time and words. If a human father-son bond is so profound, imagine the immeasurable joy our Heavenly Father feels when we return His love.

My Father’s Eyes (Gen 45:23-28) [Slide: Title Slide] Prayer: [Slide: Gen 45:23-28] 23. Joseph also sent his father ten donkeys loaded with the best things from Egypt and ten female donkeys loaded with grain, bread, and other food for his father on his trip back. 24. Then Joseph told his brothers ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1, Genesis 45:23-28

Lessons From A Pit Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

In Psalm 40, David felt trapped and overwhelmed, and he saw no way out. This psalm is a reminder that no matter what kind of pit we find ourselves in, God is able to rescue us and give us a new song of joy!

Lessons from a Pit! Psalm 40 Introduction: Psalm 40 = David describes one of the most difficult times in his life – ordeal was so excruciatingly painful he compares it to a horrible pit (v.2)… a hole that he had fallen into and couldn’t get out… felt trapped and alone. “Horrible” = (lit) ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"the Life-Changing Power Of The Resurrection."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Dec 12, 2025

The resurrection assures believers that suffering is not the end, and pain will give way to eternal joy. This truth can fill your heart with hope and confidence, knowing that Christ's victory guarantees a future in which all tears are wiped away.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Philippians 3:8-9) (8) “Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-9, Philippians 3:10, Romans 8:18, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gratitude

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 13, 2025

1. SALVATION 2. OFFERING 3. CHARITY 4. INHERITANCE OF THE SAINTS 5. STRENGTHENED IN FAITH 6. SINGING TO GOD THROUGH PSALMS 7. GREAT JOY 8. LOVE IS INCREASING 9. BEING SANCTIFIED 10. APPOINTED TO THE MINISTRY

GRATITUDE 1. SALVATION 2. OFFERING 3. CHARITY 4. INHERITANCE OF THE SAINTS 5. STRENGTHENED IN FAITH 6. SINGING TO GOD THROUGH PSALMS 7. GREAT JOY 8. LOVE IS INCREASING 9. BEING SANCTIFIED 10. APPOINTED TO THE MINISTRY ****************************** GRATITUDE 1. SALVATION John 3 : ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Stinging To Singing

Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 16, 2025

Paul tells to let the Word of Christ dwell in us richly. The Word routinely "stings" us with conviction, but if it's received, it produces joy and singing. Let's go from stinging to singing!

FROM STINGING TO SINGING Col. 3:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Stick to the Word 1. A wino boarded a bus and sat next to a Nun. His hair was mussed up, his clothes were wrinkled, and his breathe wreaked of alcohol. He opened a newspaper and proceeded to read. 2. Presently he turned to the Nun and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God’s Faithfulness: Trusting Him Through Life’s Seasons

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 22, 2025

Seasons may change, but God remains ever faithful. In times of joy or sorrow, gain or loss, light or darkness—He is trustworthy. Your confidence in God must not be based on what you feel but on what you know of His character.

GOD’S FAITHFULNESS: TRUSTING HIM THROUGH LIFE’S SEASONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23 “It is of the LORD’S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1, ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Walk To Please God – Psalm 147:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 31, 2025

A Call to Live a Life that Brings Joy to Our Heavenly Father - Is God pleased with your walk? Not your Sunday best, not your public worship, but your walk—your daily life, your private moments, your thoughts and intentions?

Go! And Walk to Please God A Call to Live a Life that Brings Joy to Our Heavenly Father Introduction: "The Lord is pleased with those who fear him, those who rely on his unfailing love." – Psalm 147:11 (NLT) Church, let me ask you something personal and powerful: Is God pleased with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19, Hebrews 11:5-6, Genesis 5:24, Jude 1:14-15, Romans 8:6-8, Romans 6:9, Acts 2:38, Romans 7:25, Romans 8:16-17, Luke 15:7, Psalm 147:11, Matthew 17:5, John 8:29, Hebrews 13:21, Matthew 5:48, Luke 22:42, 1 Thessalonians 2:4, 1 John 3:1, Psalm 145:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joyful Living In God's Embrace SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

It is with delight and great joy I welcome you to the year of Joyful Living in God's Embrace! May the Lord give you the ability, patience, the resilience and capacity to dwell in his presence this year and enjoy all the encompassing benefits in Jesus name.

I am delighted to welcome you to the year of DWELLING IN HIS PRESENCE! May the Lord give you the ability, patience, resilience, and capacity to dwell in His presence this year and enjoy all the encompassing benefits in Jesus' name. The Bible tells us, 'The Lord replied, 'My Presence will go with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:37-39

Topics: Joyful Living, God's Embrace

Thrive In Your Thought Life Series

Contributed by Kory Ferree on Aug 29, 2017

You were made for more than to barely get by or merely survive. You were made to come alive in Christ, strive toward Him, and thrive in your life.

You were made for more than to just barely get by or merely survive… you were made to come alive in Christ, to strive toward Him and thrive in your life. We are called as Christians to be more than conquerors through Christ, Who loves us and lives through us. The best kept secret in the body of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Champion With God

Contributed by Gregory Fisher on Sep 14, 2017

Men in general…and, Christian men in particular…have a need to look good. We need to appear to be in control. But, in truth we are very much like ducks gliding along on a pond…we look serene…and calm…but, underneath we are paddling like mad.

Father’s Day June 2016 How To Be A Champion With God Introduction: !. Thank people for the kind acceptance they have extended to us. 2. Father’s Day story about my Dad. (The time he confronted some street gang in church). A Foreword to what I am going to share with you: Men in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-39

Denomination: Foursquare

Where Is God When I Hurt? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

1 Peter is a book about suffering. It’s about how to live in a hostile culture for faith.

A pastor is cutting his front lawn. He looks up from mowing to see a dump truck back out of his neighbor’s driveway. Yet, the large truck backed over his neighbor’s eighteen month old son. The little boy had been squatting behind the truck’s huge tire. The pastor joined the boy’s hysterical mother ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Eve Message

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 22, 2021

Christmas marks the entry of the Son of God into human affairs. He descended into the mess and the hurt of all that makes us human. Christmas tells us that God is not a neutral observer to our pain and problems.

It’s Christmas Eve and we are grateful you are with us tonight to celebrate. I am grateful for our string quartet leading us tonight. Where would we be without the music of Christmas? Christmas is the biggest holiday in American culture. The average American is expected to spend more than $1,000 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist