Sermons on Joy In Belief:

The Joy Of A Soul Winner

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 29, 2015

A soul winner will bring joy to the Saviour, to Self, to the Sinner and to the Saints.

The Joy of a Soul Winner Study Text: Luke 10: 17 - 20 Introduction: - The most valuable possessions in the world are souls. Jesus said, "For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?" (Matt. 16:26) - Once we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Count It All Joy

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 7, 2014

We’re going to look at James’ outrageous proposal, why Christians - above all others - are destined for trials, and how Christians should respond differently to them than other people.

COUNT IT ALL JOY James 1:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: EVOLUTION JOKE 1. Orangutan One day the zoo-keeper noticed that the orangutan was reading two books - the Bible and Darwin's Origin of Species. 2. Surprised, he asked the ape, "Why are you reading both those books?" "Well," said the orangutan, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

True Love's Joy Series

Contributed by Nick Hodges on Jan 4, 2016

True love's joy is expressed in our #1 Excitement for Each Other, #2 Praise for Each Other and #3 Companionship With Each Other.

Intro • Song of Songs (or Song of Solomon) was written by King Solomon & its name is taken from the first verse in the book, "Solomon's Finest Song." • 1 Kings 4:32 - "Solomon composed 3,000 proverbs, and his songs numbered 1,005." - of the 1,005, this is his finest • It is well ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Answered Prayer

Contributed by Casey Sabella on Jan 21, 2016

Jesus promised our prayers would be answered. So why do so many go unanswered?

All religions emphasize prayer. Buddhists pray. Muslims pray. Hindus pray. What makes Christians unique is that we expect and receive results from our prayers because we are praying to the living God. Scripture: John 15:11: “These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joy Versus Happiness

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 12, 2015

The world relentlessly pursues self-statisfying happiness with utter disregard for the Joy of the Lord. Even those who authored the declaration of independence thought that the "pursuit of happiness" was a God given right. So ... what does the Bible say?

Let’s take a look at a couple of Scriptures … Ecclesiastes 12:8 (NASB) “Vanity of vanities,” says the Preacher, “all is vanity!” Ecclesiastes 12:8 (HCSB) “Absolute futility,” says the Teacher. “Everything is futile.” Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Nazarene

The Joy Of Our Salvation Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Jan 29, 2015

Though God is never mentioned in this book, his fingerprints are all over the story of the heroic Esther and Mordecai. Study along as we discuss the ins and outs of living for God in a godless culture.

LIVING FOR GOD IN A GODLESS CULTURE THE JOY OF OUR SALVATION ESTHER 9:20-32 Preached tag team style with Pastor Justin Werber INTRODUCTION (ERIK-5 MIN) -What do you think of when you hear the word “celebration”? -The last few weeks I typed “celebration” into Google to see ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:20-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turning Sorrows Into Joy Series

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 27, 2017

How and why The Lord turns our sorrows into Joy. Call your sorrows Benjamin and not Benoni.

Turn Your Sorrow into Joy. The Fruits of Sorrows Text: John 16:19-28 Message: Turning our Sorrow into Joy. Key word: “A little while”, “Your (My) sorrow shall be turned into joy (lasting joy). I just can let go, my heart is filled with sorrow. I am deeply saddened by what ...read more

Scripture: John 16:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruit Of The Spirit - Joy

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 14, 2018

A series based on the Fruit of the Spirit, helping us reach our full potential.

Fruit of the Spirit - Joy Galatians 5:22-23 April 15, 2018 I need to admit I’m kind of confused. I’m not really sure what’s going to make me happy! I was thinking about a new car. But I wasn’t sure. Maybe one of these would work!! But then again, I thought I could change my wardrobe. You ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Living In A Season Of Joy Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 24, 2017

Each of us experience the natural seasons of winter, spring, summer and autumn; and we also experience spiritual seasons in our lives. I want us to consider together how we can Live in a Season of Joy.

We continue in our series on discovering our destiny and for the last few weeks across our group of churches we have been thinking about knowing what season we are in. Each of us experience the natural seasons of winter, spring, summer and autumn; and we also experience spiritual seasons in our ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Jeremiah 31:13, Philippians 4:4-9, 1 Peter 5:7, Hebrews 12:2, Acts 5:41-42, 1 Peter 1:6-9, 1 Thessalonians 5:16, Philippians 4:4, Romans 14:17, Acts 13:52, Acts 2:46-47, Luke 15:10, John 16:24, Luke 10:21, John 15:9-11, Luke 2:10, Nehemiah 8:10, James 1:2-4, Romans 15:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Joy Of Getting Serious Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 17, 2020

Based on Phil. 3:12-21, sermon challenges hearers to keep pressing on in their salvation.

“THE JOY OF GETTING SERIOUS” Phil. 3:12-21 FBCF – 8/16/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sometimes the word “serious” conjures up less-than-pleasant thoughts. Some of the synonyms for that word: - Grievous – Menacing - Grim – Threatening - Ugly – Unamusing - Unhumorous – Severe So, how can the title of my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Confidence In God Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 30, 2020

Based on Phil. 4:19 - This sermon encourages the hearers to be confident in God's faithful provision for their needs.

“THE JOY OF CONFIDENCE IN GOD” Phil. 4:19 FBCF – 8/30/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Story of couple, Fred & Cheryl – adopted a 5 y/o girl Haitian girl named Addie whose parents had been killed in a car accident. Beautiful moment when that little orphan walked across the tarmac at the airport ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

Because Of Their Loss Of Joy

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 27, 2019

Paul had a genius for developing deep and lasting friendships. Between him and his spiritual children there was always shared feelings and reactions in times of suffering and victory.

November 16, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter III.C.1.b: Because of their Loss of Joy (4:12-20) Galatians 4.12-20 (KJV) 12 Brethren, I beseech you, be as I am; for I am as ye are: ye have not injured me at all. 13 Ye know how through infirmity of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Everything Will Be Alright: Joy

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 14, 2023

JOY IS A CHOICE. Circumstances and emotions should never override our JOY. Joy is a free gift. The blood of the lamb is victorious.

EVERY THING IS GOING TO BE ALRIGHT… PURE JOY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) *JOY: Assurance that God is in control. Quiet confidence. Joy is an emotion of something good or satisfying, delight, a feeling of wellbeing, gladness, pleasure and happiness. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:22, Romans 15:13, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy Despite Persecution

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 16, 2023

What is good to remember in persecution?

What is good to remember in persecution? Just one thing: Live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or am absent, I will hear about you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind, working side by side for the faith that comes from the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Midst Of Trials Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022

I find joy in my trials when I embrace them as God’s instruments for good.

NOTES: • This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist