Sermons on Jerusalem For Rejoicing:

Good Samaritan

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

Illustrates the essence of compassion and selfless love.

In the tapestry of the gospel passage, Jesus weaves a profound parable that transcends individual identities and backgrounds, emphasizing the universal call to compassion. The symbolic journey from Jerusalem to Jericho becomes a poignant metaphor, illustrating the shift from godly to ungodly ways. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Other

Building The Wall

Contributed by Mark Wines on Nov 21, 2021

Nehemiah rebuild the wall of Jerusalem as God restores us.

Nehemiah 1 The words of Nehemiah the son of Hachaliah. And it came to pass in the month Chisleu, in the twentieth year, as I was in Shushan the palace, 2?That Hanani, one of my brethren, came, he and certain men of Judah; and I asked them concerning the Jews that had escaped, which were left of ...read more

Malachi (My Messenger) Nasb

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Apr 24, 2021

Last book before a 400 year silence (when Jesus was born); Jerusalem during prosperity

Malachi proclaims the sinful condition of the Jews, warns of God’s judgment, and promises relief in the coming of the Savior. The nation had just come through 200 years of economic, spiritual and governmental prosperity. After 12 years Nehemiah straightened out the nation politically (in 433 B.C.) ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

There Is A Great Day Coming Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Oct 7, 2021

We will look at how an entire city is going to come to earth. Jerusalem will be the center and what will our future home be like?

No matter who we are, the word home conjures up fond memories for many of us. We may think of a mother, a brother, or grandchild and other loved ones bring us joy. We might think of Christmas, a vacation, or many other things when we reminisce of great things. The warmest feelings inside usually ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Rehoboam & Judah (2 Chronicles 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 12, 2025

Did an imperfect king make a wise decision in choosing peace?

Did Israel’s northern tribes immediately turn to apostasy? Was Rehoboam of Judah wise to opt for peace? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 11. Who were the two tribes that constituted Judah? Did God tell them not to fight Israel? Now when Rehoboam came to Jerusalem, he assembled from the house of Judah ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Let Haters Hate Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 6, 2021

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching.

“Let Haters Hate” Luke 6:17-26 A sermon for 5/9/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 6 “22 Blessed are you when men hate you, And when they exclude you, And revile you, and cast out your name as evil, For the Son of Man’s sake. 23 Rejoice in that day and leap for joy! For indeed your reward is great in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-16, John 16:2, John 9:20-22, Galatians 1:6-9, Galatians 1:10, Acts 5:27-29, Proverbs 29:25-26, Psalm 30:8-11, Luke 6:17-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

3rd Sunday Of Advent, Year C. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 11, 2021

December 15th, 2024. Gaudete Sunday.

Zephaniah 3:14-20, Isaiah 12:2-6, Philippians 4:4-7, Luke 3:7-18. A). A CALL TO REJOICE. Zephaniah 3:14-20. Eight out of the nine oracles in the little book of Zephaniah announce God’s just judgment of all the earth (Zephaniah 1:2-3; Zephaniah 3:8); and the just judgment of the LORD their ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20, Isaiah 12:2-6, Philippians 4:4-7, Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Weddings, Wine, And Unholy Temples Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jan 17, 2024

At the wedding in Cana, he spares the wedding host a great embarrassment by turning common water into extraordinary wine.

John 2 - Weddings, Wine, and Unholy Temples January 21, 2024 This Gospel was written much later than the other three and contains fewer parables and fewer miracles. This Gospel is intensely personal and says more about the person and divinity of Jesus than any other Gospel. At the wedding in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:5-10, Ephesians 5:18-20, John 2:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Commitmet To Share Thanks

Contributed by Mel Shepherd on Jul 2, 2007

Rejoice in the Lord always, again I say rejoice.

Title: Having a Commitment to Share Thanks Text: I Thessalonians 5:18 Introduction: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Okay, the bible says we are to be thankful in all circumstances of life. “Rejoice in the Lord always again I say rejoice.” (Philippians 4) However, as we know through experience, the truth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Romans 12:14-21 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 5, 2007

Romans 12:14-21

Romans 12:14-21 14Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. 15Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. 16Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. 17Do not repay anyone evil ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Bible Church

The Problem Of Joy

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 14, 2014

Today as we talk about joy, I’d like to discuss with you the problem of joy, take a journey through the Scriptures, and then talk about the solution of joy. Problem. Journey. Solution.

THE PROBLEM OF JOY 1 Thessalonians 5:16 INTRODUCTION... Three words can be powerful (p) What are the three most powerful words you can ever say to someone? Right away you are probably thinking of some powerful phrases than only contain three words… maybe you have said them to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Water Gate Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 6, 2021

This is the 7th sermon in the Series "Rebuild The Gates".

Series: Rebuild The Gates [#7] THE WATER GATE Nehemiah 3:26 Introduction: Nehemiah 3:26 The 7th gate is The Water Gate, and it symbolizes the Word of God. The Water Gate was used to bring water into the city. Although there was a spring of water and an aqueduct that brought some water into the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:26

Denomination: Baptist

Consuming The Gospel

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Jun 5, 2015

According to surveys 78% of Americans are Christians but only 9% of Americans read the bible every day. Perhaps this is because one must go beyond reading the bible merely for the sake of reading the bible; we must truly consume the bible.

Consuming the Gospel Illustration Remember the vision of glory that Ezekiel had. The Lord spoke to Ezekiel saying: “Now you, son of man, listen to what I am speaking to you; do not be rebellious like that rebellious house. Open your mouth and eat what I am giving you.” Then Ezekiel ...read more

Scripture: John 6:50-71

Denomination: Christian Church

Life Inside The Wall

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 19, 2010

The city was in ruins. They had a wall to prevent invasion, but inside is rubble, and they are supposed to live and worship there. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Life Inside the Wall Nehemiah 7 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/LifeInsideWall.html Nehemiah is all about building a wall around Jerusalem right? No, only chapters 1-6 are about that. The people existed for the wall in those first few chapters. They gave their time, talents, and treasures to ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 7:1-73, Nehemiah 7:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Rejoice In God’s Love - Zephaniah 3:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 10, 2025

We serve a God who is not distant or indifferent—He is a God who delights in His people, who rejoices over us with singing.

Go! And Rejoice in God’s Love - Zephaniah 3:17 Go! And Rejoice in God’s Love Zephaniah 3:17 We serve a God who is not distant or indifferent—He is a God who delights in His people, who rejoices over us with singing. Zephaniah 3:17 (NLT) declares: "For the Lord your God is living among you. ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17, Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 43:11, Psalm 149:4, Isaiah 62:5, Romans 10:9, Psalm 139:7-10, John 10:28-29, Romans 5:8, Lamentations 3:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal