Sermons on Joy Before Him:

Jealousy, Joy & Justice Series

Contributed by David Lewis on Dec 20, 2006

The Greatness of John the Baptist

Introduction What marks people out as being great? Power, wealth, Courage, humility, success. We see this morning that John was a great man. He was humble, he had great joy and he was courageous enough to give a message of justice and judgement that was certainly not palatable to his hearers ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Congregational

Joy In My Heart Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 1, 2008

Get the joy!

JOY IN MY HEART Philippians 1.1-18 S: Joy C: Seeing the big picture Th: Toward the Goal Pr: GET THE JOY! ?: How? How do we get the joy? KW: Concepts TS: We will find in our study of Philippians 1.1-18 three concepts that help us get the joy. Type: Propositional ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Restoring Joy To The Church

Contributed by Steven Dow on Sep 18, 2002

This sermon shows us how to correct the causes of conflict that are killing the church’s joy.

RESTORING JOY TO THE CHURCH Philippians 2:1-11 September 15, 2002 INTRODUCTION: The book of Philippians is a book about joy. Over and over again the apostle Paul writes of joy and rejoicing in this little book. In the section we are studying today Paul tells the Philippians how they can make ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

The Joy Of Shining For Jesus Series

Contributed by Patrick Ziegler on Jul 3, 2011

Every person should get saved because of the Light Jesus brings.

Series: Joy in the Journey The Joy of Shining for Jesus Philippians 2:15 July 3, 2011 AM Subject: Light Central Theme: Why Christians should shine as lights in the world. Objective: Every person should get saved because of the Light Jesus brings. Introduction: Our series through Philippians has ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:15

Denomination: *other

Joy - Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 3, 2001

We’ll identify some enemies of joy; then look at a perfect example of joy; & then consider, "How do we experience that kind of joy?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. Last week we began looking at Galatians 5:22 where Paul speaks about the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. Listen as I read it once again. Paul says, "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, John 15:5-11, Romans 8:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Count It All Joy Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jul 9, 2008

A saint is a witness to the goodness of God.In our life, in our patience in suffering sickness, poverty, abuse, discrimination, or mistreatment can be our witness for the glory of God. We can show what the Spirit of Christ is like, a sort of incarnation,

EASTER III I Peter 2:19?25 John 10:1?10 PSALM 23 "Count it all joy to follow in His steps." I Peter 2:19?25 For this is a gracious thing, when, mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly. For what credit is it if, when you sin and are beaten for it, you endure? But if when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-25

Denomination: Anglican

Joy Comes In The Morning

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 11, 2007

Understanding the JOY God has for you!

“Joy Comes in the Morning” Psalm 30 Turn to Psalm 30 … Introduction Over the past few weeks, I have been dealing with several things on a personal, spiritual level that have been plaguing me over this church, and what it is that God has for us. While away this past week I was actually able to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Find Joy In Suffering

Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 22, 2017

We can find joy in the midst of suffering... We can take courage and rejoice knowing that after all we've been through, it's going to be worth it all.

Today, we will “Find Joy in Suffering”… Please turn in your Bibles to 1 Peter 1:3-6… “3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4, Mark 14:34, Matthew 25:31-46, John 10:27-30, Romans 8:16-17, Romans 8:22-25, John 16:33, Revelation 21:4, Luke 22:42-44, 1 Peter 1:3-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Brings Joy Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 15, 2019

From a series called Christmas brings... There is a Joy felt by believers as we look to Christmas and the celebration of our Savior birth.

Christmas brings…Joy Introduction- “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.” “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:12-13, Hebrews 12:2-3, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Nazarene

The Joy Of Being Saved

Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 27, 2008

This is a message that identifies who the saved really are and how they may experience joy by being saved.

“THE JOY OF BEING SAVED” Text: Philippians 3:1-3 W. Max Alderman 1 ¶ Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe. 2 Beware of dogs, beware of evil workers, beware of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Bring Back Joy

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 4, 2015

1.) We Were Created To Be Joyful 2.) Joy Comes From The Lord . 3.) Joy Comes Through Faith 4.) Sin A Joy Robber 5.) Pain Does Not Have To Stop Your Joy 6.) Have Unlimited Joy

- Statement just before Christmas "I just don't feel Christmasy!' - Another statement "We're not going to have much of Christmas this year" - We have come through the most joyous time of the year - Where is the joy? - When was the last time you really laughed? - Not just a chuckle - A real belly ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12

Denomination: Baptist

No Tidings Of Comfort Or Joy

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 9, 2020

A study in Psalm 69: 1 – 36

Psalm 69: 1 – 36 No tidings of comfort or joy To the Chief Musician. Set to “The Lilies.” A Psalm of David. 1 Save me, O God! For the waters have come up to my neck. 2 I sink in deep mire, where there is no standing; I have come into deep waters, where the floods overflow me. 3 I am weary with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 69:20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Joy In The Heat Of Battle Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007

In order to maintain joy as in this battle we call Christianity, we need to develop the marks of a good soldier of Jesus Christ

Joy in the Heat of the Battle Jailhouse Religion #6 Philippians 1:27-30 Introduction: 1. As we have already found, Philippians is a rich resource for the Christian who is lacking in joy. 2. Because of Christ, every believer can experience true joy and fulfillment, no matter what is going on around ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Filled Prisoner

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Apr 2, 2024

Introduction to the Book of Philippians

Joy Filled Prisoner Philippians 1:1-2 Good morning. Everyone sees life through their unique perspective, because of the assumptions or expectations that give them their own opinion about a specific situation. However, having an unhealthy, ungodly, or unproductive mindset can adversely affect ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Work Completed

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 2, 2002

I think Labor Day should remind us that work is a blessing, & not a curse. So this morning we’ll look at work as a blessing & as a service. Finally, I’ll suggest that work is not enough.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH BROWNSVILLE, TX A. This is Labor Day weekend, & I come to it with mixed emotions because I’m not sure exactly what to do with this particular holiday. All year long we gear up for holidays. For Christmas we try to get in the spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2, Genesis 3:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ