Sermons on Joy Before Him:

If God Is God, Then Serve Him!

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 22, 2020

“How long will you waver between two opinions?” We need revival! Every kind of problem and disaster has happened to the USA. Have we repented yet? Do we still hesitate to surrender all to Christ? "If Jehovah is God, then serve Him!"

IF GOD IS GOD, THEN SERVE HIM! 1 Kgs 18:21-29, 36-39 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Watch your CHOICE OF WORDS 1. A doctor was called and asked to visit a sick home-bound man way out in the country. The wife, who made the call, said, “Doctor, I’m sorry to ask you to come so far, but he’s really sick!” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cast Your Burdens On Him

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 6, 2024

Message about not only giving your burdens to the Lord but "casting" it on Him.

Title: Cast all your Burdens On Him Theme: The importance of casting our burdens on the Lord not just giving them to Him. Text: Psalms 55:1 – 23 Note: Some of the notes are from J Sudlows' Awake My Heart Devotonal also from researching on Sermon Central. Psalms 55:1-7 To the Chief Musician. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Rediscovering The Joy Of Christmas Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 19, 2009

Christmas declares, “Joy to the world, the Lord has come.” God’s desire is that we would experience the good tidings of great joy proclaimed by the angels 2,000 years ago.

REDISCOVERING THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS OPENING THOUGHT: Christmas… is it really the most wonderful time of the year? • Many people find this season stressful and depressing! ILLUSTRATION: Typical of last minute Christmas shoppers, a mother was running furiously from store to store. Suddenly she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: *other

The Joy In Giving To God Series

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 5, 2021

The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The Christian life is to be filled with joy.

The Joy in Giving To God 1. Philippians 4:15-19 2. Mark 12:41-44 Psalm 138 The book of Philippians was written for two reasons. First of all it was written as a letter of Paul’s expression of joy. The Christian life is to be filled with joy. In this letter Paul expressed joy in numerous ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:15-19, Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Joy And Crown Of Boasting PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2025

Even when separated or hindered, God’s presence unites and sustains us, making our love and faith in Christ endure until His return.

If you’ve ever waved goodbye at an airport gate or watched a taillight fade down a long highway, you know the quiet ache of separation. We stand on porches and in parking lots, with a smile on the lips and a lump in the throat, and we whisper, “Until later.” Our hearts carry faces and names. Our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20

Topics: Joy, Service

Live, Move, Be, In Him

Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 29, 2015

In HIM we live and have life. In HIM we move with HIS purpose and intent In HIM we are about be-ing. Everything about our existence comes from HIM.

Live, move, be, in HIM Acts 17:28 (KJV) 28 For in him we live, and move, and have our being; In HIM we live and have life. In HIM we move with HIS purpose and intent In HIM we are about be-ing. Everything about our existence comes from HIM. So today as you look back on the life you have lived, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Have And Some Will Imitate Our Lord But, No One Can Duplicate Him.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 27, 2011

About 500 years before Jesus was born - a man named Buddha came along

John 6:30 They said therefore unto him, What sign shewest thou then, that we may see, and believe thee? what dost thou work? 31 Our fathers did eat manna in the desert; as it is written, He gave them bread from heaven to eat. 32 Then Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Moses gave ...read more

Scripture: John 6:30-35

Denomination: Baptist

Let's You And Him Fight Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 2, 2003

Attempting to sow conflict works on the basis of insecurity and the need to compete. But God in Christ is about reconciliation, forgiveness, acceptance.

No doubt we love our children and think they’re wonderful. But if you ever need proof of the perversity of human nature, just watch the children. If you ever doubt the Biblical idea that all sin and come short of the glory of God, just stop at the playground and watch a while. Children fight. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Our Joy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 21, 2023

This sermon explores the joyous announcement of Jesus' birth and the profound, sustaining joy found in union with Christ. Key

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a wonderful day to gather together in His name, to bask in the warmth of His love and the light of His word? We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are ready to receive, our spirits are eager to embrace the message ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-34

Topics: Joy, World

From Hosanna To Crucify Him

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 2, 2025

In this message, Dr. Vorce guides us through the betrayals that Jesus endured while gleaning valuable truths for our own lives.

Introduction Imagine the bustling streets of Jerusalem alive with excitement as Jesus made His triumphant entry on that fateful Palm Sunday, riding humbly on a donkey while throngs of people waved palm branches and laid their cloaks before Him, their voices echoing with jubilant cries of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:9, Matthew 27:22

Denomination: Church Of God

"Christ's Joy In You"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 18, 2017

A sermon for Confirmation Sunday.

“Christ’s Joy in You” John 15:1-11 I think Jesus Christ was the most joy-filled human to ever walk the earth. Why do I say this? Think about it, Jesus didn’t worry about His life—what He would eat or drink, or what He would wear. He trusted His Father in heaven. He was able to love—even ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus, Man Of Joy

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Dec 10, 2004

The Joy of Jesus-and How that relates to us

Jesus, Man of JOY John 15:11 "These things have I spoken to you that MY JOY may remain in you, and that YOUR JOY may be full!" BULLETIN BLOOPER-Bertha Belch, a missionary from Africa will be speaking tonight at Calvary Memorial Church. Come tonight and hear Bertha Belch all the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy: Rejoice In The Lord Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 15, 2012

We can choose to rejoice in the Lord, always, by (1) acknowledging His presence, and (2) adopting His perspective in life.

Habakkuk 3:17-19 17 Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, 18 yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will be joyful in God my Saviour. 19 The ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Show Me The Joy! Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 25, 2008

Sermon #4 in the Nehemiah series from chapters 8-9 focus on how responding properly to the word of God brings us great joy.

#4 in the Nehemiah series: Nehemiah chapters 8-9 Show me the JOY! CHCC: May 25, 2008 INTRODUCTION: Nehemiah is not the best known book of the Bible by any means. One of the reasons we’re studying it right now is that it’s one of the parts of the Bible I never preached from in the 36 years ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pure And Simple Joy Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Oct 7, 2008

The Christian life is a life filled with joy no matter what the circumstances or "happenings" around us. Paul’s letter to the Philippians is an encouragement to us as to what that life looks like or could look like.

PURE AND SIMPLE JOY In the midst of our hectic schedules and frantic efforts to finish our tasks, do you ever stop and wonder if something is missing in your life? When you take stock of what you are doing does it ever occur to you that you are not happy? You may feel unfulfilled in your job; ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

Denomination: Mennonite