Sermons on Jesus Is Our Joy:

Finding True Joy

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Oct 27, 2001

A look at Romans 14 to determine what Christians can do to encourage others in the faith while growing towards Righteousness in our own lives as well.

So often, the things that the world considers to be joy giving are in very stark contrast to the message of the gospel. It is perhaps no more clearly illustrated than in our scripture reading for today. Looking at the political world, the business world, the financial world, the world of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Journeying With Jesus Through Lent #6 ‘along The Road Of Joy To Rejection Series

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Apr 1, 2009

We reflect upon Jesus’ Triumphal Entry and our hopes in and expectations of Jesus, our Messiah, as he travels from Celebration and welcome, to rejection.

Mark 11:1-11 Sermon Series: Lent 2009 We reflect upon Jesus’ Triumphal Entry and our hopes and expectations in Jesus, our Messiah, as he travels from Celebration and welcome, to rejection. A SERMON FOR THE SIXTH SUNDAY OF LENT 2009 (Palm Sunday). Journeying with Jesus through Lent #6 ‘Along ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Spiritual Birth Certificate PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The importance of abiding in Jesus, walking in the Spirit, and emptying ourselves of our own will to be filled with God's will for His glory.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ! It's a joy to be with you all today, diving into the word of God. We will be focusing on two passages of scripture today: John 5:17-47 and 1 John 5:13. [Read passages] These passages remind us of the importance of abiding in Jesus, walking in the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-47, 1 John 5:13

Topics: Jesus, Saves

#9 Lost And Found Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Aug 23, 2021

All of Heaven rejoices with us in our relationship with God - no matter what we have done or failed to do in this life

"Tell me a Story” is a simple and shorter way to reference Jesus' use of parables. A parable is a relatable way to share a moral or spiritual lesson. While some don’t like parables because they don’t get right to the point. Others love a good story because it forces us to think and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

With Great Joy Comes Great Celebration! Series

Contributed by Glenn Pablo on Dec 23, 2017

This season is the most wonderful and glorious time of the year. Christians ought to celebrate the celebrant. Luke 2:8-11

INTRO. 1. A Blessed Christmas to everyone! 2. This season is the most wonderful and glorious time of the year. ? CHRISTMAS SURVEY: • 67% - believe that the entire story of Christmas is historically accurate. • 24% - believe the story of Christmas is a theological invention. • If Jesus had never ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-11

God's Joy Parties! Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 8, 2017

We are called to be a people of Great Joy. We are called to celebrate, to rejoice and to share the message of Joy in Jesus! This sermon shows us how we can do that!

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24; Luke 1:47 - 55 (Call to worship - Psalm 126) Theme: Joy/Rejoicing Title: God's Joy Parties We are called to be a people of Great Joy. We are called to celebrate, to rejoice and to share the message of Joy in Jesus! INTRO: Grace and peace from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, Luke 1:47-55

Denomination: Nazarene

Turning Fear Into Joy

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 21, 2024

If we think about it, if we go through a fearful time in our life, when all turns out okay and are settled, we tend to be joyful.

For the past 3 weeks, we have been talking about having a reverent fear of God, about feeling secure from fear in the arms of God, and replacing our fear with courage. Today, we are going to talk about bringing it all together and turning our fears into joy. If we think about it, if we go through ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Being A Christian

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 15, 2007

Yes, there are difficulties, sacrifices, trials, and persecution that the faithful Christian will face because of His walk with/in the Lord Jesus. Even then, there is great joy in being a Christian!

The Joy of Being a Christian Theme: No matter your trials it is a joy to be a Christian. Acts 16:25-34 INTRODUCTION A. Being a faithful Christian means there are many trials following in the footsteps of our Christ. 1. That is part of the cost of being in Christ. 2. Such is necessary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing The Joy Of Worship

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 13, 2003

1. We need to get in touch with our Creator. 2. We need to get in touch with eternity. 3. We need to get in touch with hope.

Someone has written about the difference in worship styles in story form, using a bit of humor: “An old farmer went to the city one weekend and attended the big city church. He came home and his wife asked him how it was. ‘Well,’ said the farmer, ‘It was good. They did something ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

Joy In The Midst Of Heaviness Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 14, 2025

This sermon explains the Christian paradox of experiencing profound joy—rooted in our eternal salvation—while simultaneously enduring temporary and purposeful seasons of sorrow and trials.

Introduction: A Heavenly Paradox To the world, joy and sorrow are opposites. They are like oil and water; they cannot mix. You are either happy, or you are sad. The presence of one means the absence of the other. The goal of modern life, it seems, is to construct a life so comfortable, so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus: Mark 5 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 5 of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 5.

Following Jesus (5) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 5:1-20 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/29/2017 For the past few weeks, we’ve been following in the footsteps of Jesus through the Gospel of Mark. Thus far, we’ve witnessed the baptism of Jesus. We’ve seen a man lowered through the ceiling ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Knowing Expands Your Joy Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 8, 2015

Caldwell & Jorgeson free climbed El Capitan’s Dawn Wall. How were they able to do this impossible climb? Knowing that they were fastened to the rock. Our only security in life is staying fastened to Jesus

- El Capitan’s Dawn Wall Yosemite National Park Cal.  - 3,000 ft. vertical face climbed in 19 days - Many considered the most difficult rock climb in the world. - Dec. 27/14-Jan.14/15 -Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson - Few, if any, thought the Dawn Wall could be free-climbed - Using just ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Open The Wells

Contributed by Richard Francis on Mar 29, 2008

Our hearts can be wells of salvation, open by faith in Jesus Christ and allowing the waters of life to flow into the lives or all those we meet and know as we walk our lives on this earth, no better reason for being than that.

Wells We don’t tend to think much of wells these days do we We just turn a tap and there’s the water, who needs a well? Holes in the ground with a puddle of muddy water at the bottom, taking effort to draw the water up and potentially having a serious health risk if not looked after properly. But ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakfast With Jesus

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jun 29, 2013

Men’s Breakfast – Saturday June 29, 2013 at Joy Ministries

Breakfast with Jesus Men’s Breakfast – Saturday June 29, 2013 at Joy Ministries John 21:4-19 - But when the morning had now come, Jesus stood on the shore; yet the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. Then Jesus said to them, "Children, have you any food?" They answered Him, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:4-19

Denomination: Charismatic

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