Sermons on Joy And Meaning:

Joy In Relationships Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jul 21, 2025

We had a family in for an infant child presentation. The sermon was written for that even within the series

Intro: Life is Full of Joyful Interruptions This morning feels a little different — in the best possible way. We're in the middle of our series called “Enjoy Life”, and today we get to celebrate something that brings joy to life in a • very real, • very wriggly, • very wide-eyed way: ? the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Mark 10:13-16

The Unshakable Joy

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 21, 2025

Drawing from the Apostle Paul's command to rejoice while chained in a Roman prison, this sermon on Philippians 4:4 uncovers the secret to finding an unshakable joy that transcends any circumstance.

Introduction: The Pursuit of Happiness There is a deep longing in every human heart to be happy. We chase it in our careers, in our relationships, in our possessions, and in our experiences. We think, "If I could just get that promotion... if I could just find the right person... if I could ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Hardships Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 2 of a series from Philippians focusing on the blessings of trials.

The Joy of Hardships I. Introduction A. Sources of Joy 1. Men have searched for joy through many avenues. a) Voltaire search for joy in unbelief and then declared, “I wish I had never been born.” b) Lord Byron searched for joy in pleasure, yet proclaimed, “The worm, the canker, and grief are mine ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy In Generosity Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jul 21, 2025

The joy of living with open hands and hearts

Introduction Over the past few weeks, we’ve been exploring how we can “enjoy life” — not just survive it. We’ve talked about the joy of relationships, new life, and last week we looked at the joy of contentment. We discovered that contentment isn’t about having everything we want — it’s about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

The Joy Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 3, 2003

Today, amid all the laughter of entertainment, parties and such we are a joyless society. I like joy; I like the genuine kind that starts deep down within and bubbles up to the surface. It is irrepressible, unstoppable and it is what Jesus died to bring

January 5, 2003 1And all the people gathered as one man at the square which was in front of the Water Gate, and they asked Ezra the scribe to bring the book of the law of Moses which the LORD had given to Israel. 2Then Ezra the priest brought the law before the assembly of men, women and all who ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Exponential Joy Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Oct 29, 2007

Does our faith show us how tomeet any and every situation...and come out on top? From slight adjustment to major makeover the Bible guides our steps. Attitude is key.

In his excellent book, Laugh Again, Pastor Chuck Swindoll relates a true story that illustrates the innocence of childhood. One evening a grandmother was spending time with a very precocious granddaughter The little girl looked up and asked, “How old are you Grandma?” The woman was startled and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Opportunity For Joy Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 19, 2017

God is making you better through your troubles so consider them an opportunity for joy!

An Opportunity For Joy Text: James 1:1-4 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Joy in Christ requires a commitment to working at the Christian lifestyle. Salvation comes as a gif, but the joy of salvation demands disciplined action. Most Christians I know have just enough of the Gospel to make them ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Rediscover Joy Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 16, 2020

Joy bubbles up throughout the Christmas story. Does it bubble up from you?

[I am grateful for the Sermon Series Kit Rediscover Christmas. This manuscript relies heavily on that series.] Rediscover Joy Matthew 2, Luke 1 Good morning! Please turn in your Bible to Luke 1. We’re also going to jump over to Matthew 2 for a little bit, but we’re going to mostly camp out in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Journey Of Joy

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 17, 2001

The secret of finding joy in life is looking in the right place and looking in the right person, God.

The Journey of Joy Selected Passages September 3, 2001 Introduction I. The Road to Happiness A. Construction on the highway: We have all seen more than our share of highway construction. Lots of heavy equipment rearranging the terrain, moving earth and removing old pavement. It causes long delays ...read more

Scripture: John 15:10-11, 1 Chronicles 16:23-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Joy In The Darkness

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 5, 2013

Where does one find real and lasting joy? What about when bad things happen?

Joy in the Darkness: 1 Peter 1:6-9 1 Peter 1:6 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. 7 These have come so that your faith-- of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire-- may be proved genuine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Lutheran

It Says What It Means! Does It Mean What It Says? Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 9, 2005

Please read all the introduction before judging this sermon. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and k

It Says What It Means! Does It Mean What It Says? James 5:13-15 (13) Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praises. {14} Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-15

Denomination: *other

Living Within Our Means Without Being Mean Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 27, 2006

Handling money can be a spiritual and moral issue, since its use or misuse affects others.

Living Within Our Means Without Being Mean (Romans 13:8) Last week, we talked about why many of us struggle with overspending. Whereas frugality is good, we are also commanded to be generous. Lars asked Ole, "Do ya know da difference between a Norvegian and a canoe?" "No, I don’t," said Ole. "A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy Of Faith

Contributed by Mark Roper on Jul 27, 2013

People who look on Bible religion as gloomy and joyless would do well to study Psalms 5

THE JOY OF FAITH People who look on Bible religion as gloomy and joyless would do well to study the Book of Psalms. It is worth note that in this one book of Scripture the words "joy," "joyful," "glad," "gladness," "rejoice," occur more than ninety times. The Faithful sees the rainbow in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Remember The Joy

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Apr 28, 2009

Our strength to live out this Christian life is NOT rooted in effort but rather in “THE JOY OF THE LORD!!!” In our sermon today we will see: 1. WE HAVE PERMISSION TO ENJOY GOD (8:9,10) 2. WE HAVE A PROCESS FOR ENJOYING GOD (8:10a) 3. WE HAVE

“THE JOY OF THE LORD IS OUR STRENGTH” “Second Sunday after Easter” Nehemiah 8:9-12 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (Read passage) • Over the last several weeks I have preached messages of misunderstanding who Christ is, applying the resurrection of Christ to your heart, having faith in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12

Denomination: Orthodox

The Gift Of Joy Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012

To invite people to accept Christ's gift of joy this Christmas.

[Title S] The other night I was watching tv when I saw it. One of the best buys of the Christmas season. For only $19.95 I could get a noodle strainer, a vegetable steamer, chopper, slicer and dicer, 4 air tight plastic bowls, one large plastic spoon, two knives, a birth stone, and a shammy and a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Methodist