Sermons on Joy And Crown:

Exhortations In Love

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Stand Fast (1-3) A.

Stand Fast (1-3) A. In the Lord 1. Brethren dearly beloved 2X 2. Joy and crown C. In the same mind I. In the work of reconciliation ÎYokefellowâ ö proper name (Syzygus) 1. Play on words I. Rejoice Fervently (4) A. Repeated twice 1. Nehemiah 12:43, "Also that day they offered great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Part 3 "good Friday" Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 18, 2019

Hope is a significant key to finding in the journey of life because it is a wonderful gift from God. Hope will become a source of strength, power and courage in the face of life’s severest trials. Hope will bring you joy when you think there is no joy!

Series: Find Joy in the Journey Scripture Text Series: Phil. 4:4: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Romans 15:13: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Sermon 2: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3, Hebrews 6:19-20, Romans 15:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christians Attitude

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 16, 2003

Count trials a joy.

A CHRISTIAN’S ATTITUDE James 1:1-4 Although we praise the Lord for the contributions that have been made to the world through Martin Luther, his comments about the book of James is in error. He called it a straw book because he thought James taught salvation through works. We know that salvation is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Freedom To Worship Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 30, 2012

Freedom to Worship

THE FREEDOM TO WORSHIP 2 Samuel 6:14-23 July 4, 2010 INTRODUCTION: I have to tell you I've done some embarrassing things in my life like when Wilma from Anderson Christian Church came up to me after a sermon and said, "I've got to tell you something" I thought it might be "Amazing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:14-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Depression - A Spiritual Malady

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 31, 2017

The Bible is clear that the most often cause of depression and accompanying anxiety is sin that goes unconfessed and unrepented.

Depression A Spiritual Malady Sadly, an estimated 25 million Americans suffer with depression at any given time. These depressed Americans spend billions of dollars on anti-depressant drugs and billions more on psychological therapies and counseling. However, the vast majority of sufferers never ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honoring Our Mistakes

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Keeping our commitments may be hard, but its the stuff character is made of. And God rewards faithfulness with a beautiful crown in glory.

1. I was working on an Associates Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology/community college; now, in the beginning of my second year, I felt the call to ministry...what should I do? Completed my degree... 2. Many times married couples second guess their decision of a partner ...if I had only ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pray For Less Interesting Time

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 19, 2008

Christians face a strong temptation to be dispassionate, lukeward in their Christian service; Christ promises the victor’s crown to those who are steadfast.

PRAY FOR LESS INTERESTING TIME Revelation 3__14-22 Laodicea: the Lukewarm Church Introduction Translations of quotes from other languages, other times, and other cultures often do not work well. A person from another country gave advice on prayer petitions. He included a line that some ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Anglican

How Happy His People Must Be! - Mark 11:1-10 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 4, 2024

When the craziness of this world has you worried or upset, this message will help restore your joy.

Mark 11:1 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, 2 saying to them, "Go to the village ahead of you, and just as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, on which no one has ever sat. Untie it and bring it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10, Matthew 21:1-11, Luke 19:28-40, John 12:12-19

The Wonder Of Summer

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Jun 20, 2022

In light of the fact that God knows me, God’s with me, God made me, we say, “God search me. Dig deep into me. Know my heart. Try me, and know my thoughts. Understand what’s going on.” And the prayer is that God will lead us, guide us, in the way of everlasting. You can’t outrun His love.

Today we're talking about the "Summer" season of life. A time of creation. A time for things that are new. A season that many of us, myself included look forward to all year. Things like going to the beach, going on vacation somewhere, spending time outside in nature, trips to see ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Curing Church Conflict-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014

2 of 3. James revealed the solution to conflict within the local church body. Church conflict can be cured. But how? The cure for church conflict is challenged/hindered by....

CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—II—James 4:1-17 Attention: A man limps into a hospital to have his foot X-rayed, & is asked to wait for the results. Some time later an orderly appears & hands the man a large pill. As he’s handed the pill, a mother with a small child in need of immediate ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Contest: God Vs. World - Psalm 4:2-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 6, 2025

David gets more joy from the smile of God than unbelievers would have even if they got everything they desire.

Psalm 4:1-8 For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David. Answer me when I call to you, O my righteous God (lit God of my righteousness). Give me relief from my distress; be merciful to me and hear my prayer. 2 How long, O men, will you turn my glory into shame? How long ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:2-8

Our Citizenship In Heaven "Sermonette"

Contributed by Jeremy Moore on May 17, 2018

Given all of the persecution of the times, Paul gives hope to the Philippians by telling them that they have citizenship in heaven. We are called to stand firm in our faith in result.

In my sermon this morning I have three points that I would like to point out as we go through the passage of Philippians 3:20-4:1. These are Firstly, that we have citizenship in heaven. Second that we await the fulfilment of the promise that Jesus will return, and thirdly that we have another ...read more

Greatest Home Coming

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 6, 2017

Christ is coming back be ready.

GREATEST HOME COMING James 5:8 Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh. Look for the day we will see Jesus. Get you hearts in order Get yourself close to the Lord. John 5:25 | Verily, verily, I say unto you, The hour is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Perfect Through Suffering

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 10, 2009

We are not complete until we are life-giving, and that means that we, like Jesus, must suffer.

January 13, 2009 Strengths and Weaknesses We’d better get this one right, because if we don’t, life is pretty miserable. Our strengths are for others; our weaknesses are for our own growth. What we see in Hebrews here is an elaboration of the hymn St. Paul gives us in Philippians chapter 2. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-12

Denomination: Catholic

5 Reasons To Come To Jesus'

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 8, 2018

5 REASONS TO COME TO JESUS' but there are many more however, here are 5 reasons all should know and be able to tell others about.

5 REASONS TO COME TO JESUS' I. TO SEE HIM IS TO: A WORSHIP HIM. JOHN 12:20-21 And there were certain Greeks among them that came up to worship at the feast: The same came therefore to Philip, which was of Bethsaida of Galilee, and desired him, saying, Sir, we would see Jesus. B. To see what He has ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-21