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  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    God's Joy Parties! Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 8, 2017
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    We are called to be a people of Great Joy. We are called to celebrate, to rejoice and to share the message of Joy in Jesus! This sermon shows us how we can do that!

    Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24; Luke 1:47 - 55 (Call to worship - Psalm 126) Theme: Joy/Rejoicing Title: God's Joy Parties We are called to be a people of Great Joy. We are called to celebrate, to rejoice and to share the message of Joy in Jesus! INTRO: Grace and peace from ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Character Of A Disciple: Joy Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 16, 2018
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    There is something about doing the right thing that brings a “joy” … a sense of peace, assurance, righteousness … that comes from doing the right thing for the right reason … whatever may befall us as we do the right thing for right reason.

    THE CHARACTER OF A DISCIPLE: JOY Scripture: 1st Peter 1:3-9 We are all familiar with the horrors that Jesus went through during His arrest and crucifixion: The betrayal. Being abandoned by His Disciples and followers. Dragged before angry and determined religious authorities. The beatings. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Gerald Steffy avatar

    The Unity That Produces Joy

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 12, 2009
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    The unity that produces joy will impact our world when determination is shown resulting in harmony and happiness and point people to Jesus Christ since He is the Head of our church.

    THE UNITY THAT PRODUCES JOY Philippians 4:1-4 Proposition: The unity that produces joy will impact our world when determination is shown resulting in harmony and happiness and point people to Jesus Christ since He is the Head of our church. Objective: My purpose is to challenge God’s people to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy: A Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010
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    Abiding in Him will always result in His fruit in us. If we are not bearing fruit, it is evidence that we are not abiding in Him.

    1. Joy Comes from the Spirit A - The source of true joy comes from the Holy Spirit. It is His fruit. It is what He produces. The Bible says that there is great joy in salvation (possessing the Spirit). Knowing our sins are forgiven and having assurance of future rest brings a joy that the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joy Of Being Saved

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 27, 2008
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    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #1 Joy Is Essential Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014
     | 4,639 views

    Where am I today? Joy is not an instinct, it is a learned behavior... You set your moods...

    #1 REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS, JOY IS ESSENTIAL By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. DO WE UNDERSTAND HOW WE DEVELOP BEHAVIORAL PATTERNS? ARE DID I JUST ONE DAY WAKE UP --- AND HERE I AM? A. SOME TEND TO BLAME WHO THHEY ARE AND THE WAY THEY ARE ON OTHER PEOPLE? My Mom, My Dad... my ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Joy Of Confidence In God Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 30, 2020
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    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The Joy Of Our Salvation: An Exposition Of The 126th Psalm

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 5, 2020
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    The pilgrim is one who sees the joy at the end of the journey and is joyful even in hardship. 3rd Sunday of Advent. A Psalm of Ascents.

    The Joy of our Salvation: An Exposition of the 126th Psalm The 126th Psalm is a collection of 15 psalms which are known as the Songs Of Ascents. The Hebrew word is hard to define, but some think that because there were 15 steps leading up to the altar of the Temple, that each of these psalms were ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Cultivating Joy And Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 12, 2020
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    Joy in the Lord and gentleness in dealing with others affect our quality of life. When we are thinking right about God and our relationship with Him, joy and gentleness naturally flows.

    Intro In Philippians 4:1 we are given the directive to “stand fast in the Lord.” i That is followed by a series of exhortations that tell us how to do that. The exhortation in verses 2-3 is about maintaining unity in the congregation. That is not always easy to do, is it? That’s why Ephesians 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Count It All Joy

    Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,607 views

    James is a “Do this! Do that!” book which, taken to heart, will dynamically affect our lives on every level. We will not be the same at the end of this study if we prayerfully ask the Spirit to apply what we learn.

    1. James verse 1 James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad, greetings. a. Half Brother of Christ James a half-brother, of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Gospels mention this fact in Matthew 13:55 "Is not this the carpenter’s son? Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    The Power Of And The Oppostion To The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 15, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,827 views

    the power of the gospel causes opposition

    The Power Of And The Opposition To The Gospel Acts 19:21-41 Our text records the story of a riot in Ephesus instigated against Paul and the new church there. Although Paul was not at the center of the action, it must have been an unforgettably frightening ordeal. Most of us have never had to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing Trials With Joy

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 16, 2012
     | 8,602 views

    Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of trials?

    FACING TRIALS WITH JOY James 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Some people consider it pure joy when they escape trials. But James calls us to consider it pure joy when we face trials. This seems like an impossible thing to be able to do. What do we need to have if we are going to have joy in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    Fruit Of The Spirit: Joy Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 13, 2009
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     | 4,773 views

    The Spirit is the source of our joy.

    Fruit of the Spirit – JOY Galatians 5:22-3 What is this thing called Joy? Joy is a rather illusive thing to define. It’s like happiness, but it is much deeper than happiness, it is like pleasure but it is deeper than pleasure. C. Davis in the Evangelical Dictionary of Theology says this: “A ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "Christ's Joy In You"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 18, 2017
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     | 8,605 views

    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

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Faith's Response To Joy Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Nov 19, 2018
     | 2,977 views

    Message 27 in our James Series focusing on rejoicing.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Faith’s Response to Joy” REVIEW I have said this numerous times. James serves as a mirror to examine the true nature of our trust in God. True trust in God’s provision enables us to respond according to God’s ways. True faith enables wise living. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance