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  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    The Center Of My Joy

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 10, 2020
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    This message is about Jesus being the center of our joy. Our joy is not based on what happens externally to us, but on Who exists intenally within us.

    The Center Of My Joy Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10; James 1:2-3; Habakkuk 3:17-19; Psalm 16:11; Galatians 5:22-23 Last week I spoke to you about being thankful and actually giving thanks to God regardless of the circumstances we are facing. You see, there are many people that can only express ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Way Of Joy - Relationships Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Apr 17, 2020
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    Now Paul’s concern is always for the strengthening and faithfulness of those he has contact with. In Chapter 3 we see this highly relational emphasis of spiritual growth through the ability to know Jesus Christ.

    OUTLINE The Way of Joy Philippians Chapter 3 Steele Creek Church, Eastfield – Dr. Tom Bartlett March 15, 2020 Philippians 3:1-21 (ESV) Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you. (Vs. 1) HOW TO GROW STRONGER ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    4 Times For Joy

    Contributed by Harvey Earls on Mar 14, 2016
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    Having Joy based on the past, future, eternity, and now.

    As we lead up to the Easter Season, I want to talk about one of the biggest paradox’s of the Christian faith. You know what a Paradox is, don’t you? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, it is something (such as a situation) that is made up of two opposite things and that seems ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy Comes With The Morning Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 5, 2024
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    Psalm 30:1-12 teaches believers to thank God for answered prayer, especially for deliverance from death.

    Introduction Martin Luther was one of the most important figures of the Protestant Reformation. Throughout his life, he experienced many serious health crises. One of the most notable instances occurred in 1527, during a challenging period for him personally and professionally. In the summer of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brian Williams avatar

    From Grief To Joy Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Feb 27, 2023
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    Do you want your joy to be full? I have often wondered why at times I have no joy in prayer or in serving the Lord, it made me think about where my hope is, is it in people,in success or is in the Lord or am I hoping the Lord will answer my prayer the way I want Him to?

    John 16:16-24 (NASB) 16 “A little while, and you no longer are going to see Me; and again a little while, and you will see Me.” 17 So some of His disciples said to one another, “What is this that He is telling us, ‘A little while, and you are not going to see Me; and again a little while, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Because Of Their Loss Of Joy

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 27, 2019
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    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Joy - Psalm 126 Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 10, 2002
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    How do we sustain joy in the midst of difficult circumstances? By reflecting on God’s blessings and promises.

    Right now in Texas, a woman named Andrea Yates is on trial for the crime of murdering her five children, ages 7, 5, 3, 2, and six months. According to news reports, she confessed to police that she led them one at a time into the bathroom of their family’s home and drowned them in the bathtub. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Anderson avatar

    Developing A Mindset Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 20, 2023
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    Message 2 in an overview series through Philippians focusing on the theme that joy is not based on circumstances.

    Ray Stedman, who is now with the Lord, was one of the greatest Bible teachers in the past 50 years. In his teaching on chapter 1 verses 12-26, he opens up with these words. “I love this passage from the letter to the Philippians because it depicts the unmistakable marks of authentic ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Present Joy Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 13, 2013
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    After beginning his letter with hope & encouragement, Peter proceeds with loving counsel for those who are facing trials & suffering. He shares with a suffering church various results that develop out of the trials which God allows to come into our lives.

    1 PETER 1: 6-9 [Renewing Hope Series] OUR PRESENT JOY [James 1:2-4 / Romans 5: 3-5] Our faith in Jesus Christ and His resurrection from the dead not only fills us with a living hope but also with joy inexpressible and full of glory. As we endure the trials of life God refines our faith and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Gift Of Joy" Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 1, 2001
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    In this message we will look at the gift of joy and how to keep joy in our Christmas (The Gifts of Christmas part 1 of 4)

    “The Gift Of Joy” The Gifts Of Christmas – part one SHOW – The Grinch Video Clip….(when he thinks they will be sad on mountain about to push over toys – new Grinch) “maybe Christmas means more…” As your pastor – I felt the need as Christmas 2001 shifts into high gear – to talk about, to remind ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Choose Joy

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 15, 2024
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     | 2,399 views

    This message is about our ability to experience joy even during the worst times of our lives. God's joy is not based on our circumstances, but on the One we serve.

    I Choose Joy Scripture: James 1:2-4; Nehemiah 8:10; Proverbs 17:22; Luke 6:45 Good morning Strangers Rest – didn’t we have a good sermon last week? Rev. Bobo’s message on how to win souls, if we take it to heart, prepares us for witnessing to our neighbors on September 8th during our Church on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Remember": The International Day Of Prayer For The Persecuted Church

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 12, 2012
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    The sermon was originally preached by Rev. Steven Simala Grant of Laurier Heights Baptist Church (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada); I have added a point and tweaked others to make it work in my parish.

    “REMEMBER”: A SERMON FOR THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE PERSECUTED CHURCH HEBREWS 13:3 Remember those in prison as if you were their fellow prisoners, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering. (Hebrews 13:3) Remember my chains. Grace be with you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Are You Joy Full? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 19, 2008
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     | 3,854 views

    The joy of Christmas and the rest of the year is discovered in Jesus. He is the only source that can produce lasting joy in our lives. Joy is a choice and it centers on our willingness to choose to surrender ourselves to Jesus or not.

    Are You Joy full? Opening Illustration: How to be joyful at work and make your co-workers wonder: 1. Page yourself over the intercom but don’t disguise your voice. 2. Find out where your boss shops and buy exactly the same outfits. Then where the outfits the day after they do. 3. Send an e-mail ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian Church Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 28, 2025
     | 169 views

    The Christian Church

    Acts 11:19 - 30 The Christian Church 1. The Growth Her Expulsion - 19 Now they which were scattered abroad upon the persecution that arose about Stephen travelled as far as Phenice, and Cyprus, and Antioch, Her Expression - preaching the word to none but unto the Jews only. Her Expansion - ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Rejoice In Suffering Series

    Contributed by Chris Zeller on Jul 12, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,602 views

    Christians must rejoice when they suffer for christ

    Rejoice in suffering 12 Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; 13 but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist