Sermons on Joy In Redemption:

Fruit Of The Spirit - Joy - Part 2

Contributed by Jason Frazier on Nov 6, 2001

Talks about what it means to have joy. Includes an exhaustive outline on every reason the Bible gives to have joy. A great resource & encouragement for pastors

TEXT: Galatians 5:22-25 The Fruit of the Spirit - Part 2: Joy Last week, we started this series on the Fruit of the Spirit as we talked about “Love.” We talked about the different Greek words for love & their differences. There is so much attention paid to love & its variations. However, as we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Joy Despite Circumstances Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

What is real joy and how to do you find it? Paul the Apostle begins teaching us by showing joy is found by partnering with others’ lives and sharing the gospel.

There’s a well known saying out there: "what’s in it for me?" In broadcasting we would define a story’s newsworthiness by asking "why should I care?" All around us exists a mentality of "me first." And even though when we come to Jesus we receive something invaluable as a person - the salvation of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Attitude Adjustment - The Way Of Joy Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 26, 2005

Finding joy does not involve making your circumstances better - it involves making your mind work like Jesus’ mind. Find out how and how unity works with different kinds of people.

John 17:20-21 "My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, 21 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. It was Jesus’ prayer that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Have Joy In Serving Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

Beginning the series in James we focus on the Joy of Serving. James the half brother of Jesus leads the way as a joyful servant

HOW TO HAVE JOY IN SERVING James 1:1-4 (NASB) (1) James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes who are dispersed abroad, greetings. {2} Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials, {3} knowing that the testing of your faith produces ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

The Basis Of Our Worship And Joy

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 28, 2005

Psalm 100 can be divided into two parts. Worship God, for we belong to Him. And give thanks, for He is a good God.

Psalm 100 can be divided into two parts - a call to worship God and give thanks to Him. Verses 1-2 - urges to come to God with singing, with joy • Very upbeat, very positive, happy mood... • All humanity called to worship God – this is what we OUGHT to do. WHY? Reasons? Verse 3 • KNOW that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joy That Lasts Beyond The Holidays

Contributed by Don Schultz on Nov 25, 2003

Most people throw out their Christmas joy with the wrapping paper and the tree. Where does one find Christmas joy that lasts?

Luke 2:8-20 JOY THAT LASTS BEYOND THE HOLIDAYS Luke 2:8-20 CHRISTMAS JOY THAT LASTS BEYOND THE HOLIDAYS There once was a small group of people – separate from the rest of the world. While the rest of the world was gathering together with family and friends, having a good time, eating and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Joy And Peace In Christ

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Dec 13, 2003

Advent 3: We pause to celebrate and rejoice in anticipation of the wonderful ’Gift’ that God gives to us in the Christ Child.

Dr. Seuss wrote a charming little story of a malcontent named the Grinch. This foul, green, slimy, grouchy character had no room in his heart for Christmas. Every year he worked himself into a rage because the Who’s, the little people that lived in Whoville, celebrated Christmas with a passion. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Isaiah 12:2-6

Denomination: Lutheran

That Your Joy May Be Full Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Dec 15, 2003

3rd Sunday of Advent 2003 -- A discussion of the many ways our joy is made full in and through Christ.

That Your Joy May Be Full 3rd Sunday of Advent, 2003 Scripture Ref: John 16:24, 15:10-11, 17:13, 14:13-14 Acts 2:25-36 Romans 15:13 2 Timothy 1:4 1 John 1:3-4 2 John 1:12 Additional References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary New Bible Dictionary New Topical Textbook 1. 3rd ...read more

Scripture: John 16:24, Acts 2:25-36

Mary's Recipe For Christmas Joy

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 18, 2003

What must you combine to find joy this Christmas season? Mary reveals her recipe for joy in the Magnificat.

Luke 1:39-55 MARY’S RECIPE FOR CHRISTMAS JOY What is the recipe for the perfect Christmas cookie? A few weeks ago many of our members baked cookies at home, and we gathered those cookies onto plates and delivered them to area businesses – just a way of sending a Christmas greeting to the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55, Luke 1:41-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Becoming A Joy-Full Person Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 4, 2004

2 keys to Becoming a Joy-Full person: 1 Be thankful for what God has done, and confident of God’s ability to accomplish His work 2. Cultivate agape love toward others

Philippians: How to Be Joy-FULL. 1. Grow in love (Phil. 1:1-11) May 1/2, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: Joy comes from a thankful heart that is confident in God’s provision. INTRO: In the summer of 1988 I left my home in Redmond, Washington for a 3 month musical mission trip with the Continental ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Unity That Produces Joy.” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 25, 2004

Mesage four in series on "Restoring the Joy" a study of Philippians. In this message on unity we examine its motivation, the means of attaining it and the model of Christ.

Restoring the Joy Sermon # 4 “The Unity that Produces Joy.” Philippians 2:1-11 Over the last few weeks in our series “Restoring the Joy” we have seen how circumstances may cause us to lose our joy but and that in reality it is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Faith & Joy In The Face Of Fear Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jun 18, 2004

How does Habakkuk face his fear and the reality of the prophesied Babylonian invasion? How can we face the reality of the things that make us fearful, and find the joy of the Lord?

“Faith & Joy in the face of fear.” Habakkuk 3:3-19. WBC 20/6/4am INTRODUCTION H= 6CBC prophet Troubled by God’s apparent inactivity in history… against injustice. - what we would call ‘unanswered prayer’ HAB 1:2 How long, O LORD, must I call for help, but you do not listen? Or cry out to ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:3-19

Denomination: Baptist

"Joy Is Founding In Dealing With The Past” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 25, 2004

Eighth in a series "Restoring the Joy" a study of Philippians - in this message we explore three principles necessary for joy (1)WE MUST LIVE WITH THE PAST (2)WE MUST LIVE IN THE PRESENT AND (3)WE MUST LIVE FOR THE FUTURE

Restoring the Joy Sermon # 8 “JOY IS FOUNDING IN DEALING WITH THE PAST” Philippians 3:12-14 Since Paul met Christ on the road to Damascus he has had a new passion and a new purpose in his life which he has previously summed up in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Maintaining Joy In The Midst Of Disagreement Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 12, 2004

We can maintain joy in the midst of disagreement by remembering that (1) conflict happens even in good churches,(2) conflict has consequences and (3) Sometimes you need help in resolving a conflict.

“Restoring the Joy” A Study of the Book of Philippians Lesson # 10 “Maintaining Joy in the Midst of Disagreement” Phil 4:1-4 “In the late l800s there were just two deacons in a small Baptist church in Mayfield County, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

"The Miracle Of Restored Joy"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 19, 2003

Jesus’ first miracle at the wedding brought JOY. This message shows how Jesus can restore JOY to the life of one who has lost the JOY in their Christian life.

“The Miracle Of Restored Joy” John 2:1-11 INTRODUCTION: This AM we are going to start a new series on the highlights in the ministry of Jesus. TONIGHT, we will look at Jesus cleansing the Temple in Jerusalem. SOMETIMES, it seems like we are running on “empty” … AMEN? There are times when we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12, John 2:1-11, Psalm 51:1-12

Denomination: Baptist