Sermons on Joy In Christ:

The Joy Of Giving

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 8, 2022

'The Joy of Giving' - 2 Corinthians chapter 9 verses 6-11 sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Generous Sowing (vs 6) (2). Cheerful Giving (vs 7) (3). Abundant Blessing (vs 8-11) SERMON BODY: Ill: • The Inuit people live in the northern part of Alaska, • When missionaries first tried to translate the Bible into their language, • They found they had a problem with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Brethren

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

Joy Of Salvation

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

Revival is not about guilt trips, programs, or emotional hype — it is about seeing God afresh and rediscovering the joy of salvation. True revival happens when we move from obsessing over our failures to fixing our eyes on the God who forgives, restores, and renews.

“Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation, and uphold me with Thy free spirit.” Psalm 51:12 Introduction – Passion Misplaced The kingdom of God is not going to advance simply because our churches are full of people. No — the kingdom of God is going to advance when the people who are in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-15, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 1:18, Matthew 4:7, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Joy To The World Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 6, 2025

The Father who fills emptiness with joy also calls life out of death — His heart transforms every sorrow into resurrection celebration.

(John 2 & John 11 — From Cana to Bethany) --- Introduction — A God Who Loves to Celebrate When you open the Gospel of John, you expect thunder. You expect the heavens to split, angels to announce, prophets to proclaim. But the first public act of Jesus isn’t in a temple, or on a mountain, or ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, Psalm 126:5, Revelation 21:5

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Joy Of Sharing SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Sharing keeps our focus on God, our true Provider. It transforms us into channels of His blessings.

Today, we will be discussing the topic of giving to God. The Bible passage we will be looking at is 2 Corinthians 9:6-15. Giving does not come naturally to most of us, as we often prefer to be on the receiving end. However, Jesus did say that it is more blessed to give than to receive. This means ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Topics: Joy, Sharing

The Joy Of Gratitude SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Many individuals are experiencing hardship because they failed to give all the glory to God, or they did not consider it important to thank God for every blessing they received.

Gratitude is a spiritual force that empowers you to reach higher levels in life. Without gratitude, it is difficult to experience positive change. In the story of Jesus healing ten lepers, only one returned to express gratitude. This act caught Jesus' attention, highlighting the importance of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Topics: Gratitude, Blessings

The Joy Of Generosity SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

This sermon explores the joy and benefits that come from being generous within the Kingdom of God.

Today, I want to share a message that I believe the Lord has placed on my heart. It's about the benefits of giving in the Kingdom of God. We all could use a financial miracle, and this message will show us how giving can lead to that. Our church has been experiencing great things, such as changed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7

Topics: Generosity, Kingdom Of God

The Fruit Of The Spirit - Joy Series

Contributed by David Quackenbush on Jan 27, 2008

Joy is the second manifestation list in the Fruit of the Spirit. It is the direct result of experiencing the presence and love of God in one’s life. Joy is an attitude you can choose.

The Fruit of the Spirit - Joy Galations 5:22 Scripture: Galations 5:22 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Introduction The last few weeks we have seen in the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Live With An Eternal Perspective Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 18, 2004

MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get sidetracked by petty disagreements. 3. Live for Christ every

Becoming a Joy-FULL Person 2. Live With An Eternal Perspective Philippians 1:12-29 May 8/9, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good News Of Great Joy

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 4, 2008

The message of Advent and the birth of Jesus are about joy. Joy is not found in gifts but in the Person, Jesus Christ.

Good News of Great Joy Luke 2:8-20 One of my favorite Christmas Carols is “Joy to the World, the Lord has come.” The message of Advent and the birth of Jesus are about joy. The angel announced to the shepherds: “I bring you good news of great joy for everyone! The Savior, yes, the Messiah the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Gifts Of Jesus--Joy Series

Contributed by Jerry La Pere on Dec 14, 2002

The third Sunday in Advent focuses our attention on the Joy that Jesus brings us. The Biblical subject of joy is examined in both the OT and NT and how we can have it today as a free gift from God.

The Gifts of Jesus—Joy First Preached at Broad Run Baptist Church 12/15/2002 Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10 The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose. 2It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing: the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Thankful For The Good And The Bad Times

Contributed by James Bryant on Apr 30, 2001

Sometimes we should be most thankful in our sufferings for Christ.

THANKFUL FOR THE GOOD AND THE BAD TIMES Colossians 3:15 (15) And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful. It’s that time of year again when most people give thanks for those things they have or have obtained. Have you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

A Lesson From The Potato Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

A basic approach to life for the Christian should be celebration of the presence of Christ.

A LESSON FROM THE POTATO Matthew 9:14-17 Sermon Objective: A basic approach to life for the Christian should be celebration of the presence of Christ and that, like him – we should too, be everywhere spreading his love. Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 51:11-12; Luke 19:35-40; 2 Corinthians 5:16-18; ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 9:14-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Jude’s Warning, Part 3 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 4, 2016

Only God is able to keep you from falling away and stumbling. Because of that, His joy fills our hearts and souls as we live faithfully for Him. Can't we live and strive for His joy in our lives more and more?

Jude’s Warning, Part 3 Jude 17-25 Introduction - Tonight we will conclude our study of the book of Jude - Last time we discussed four critical things about false teachers -- These make it easy to spot them, and to recognize their actions Jude says that they are judged for four things: ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:17-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Filled With His Joy

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 9, 2010

How to have JOY that the world cannot take away!

Filled With HIS Joy! Psa 122:1 “ I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go into the house of the LORD.” INTRO: We sang a song some years ago that said: Get all excited, go tell everybody that Jesus Christ is King, Repeat…. Jesus Christ is the King of Kings. 1. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God