Sermons on Joy In Trials:

The Fruit Of The Spirit- Joy Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 24, 2006

Joy is something that too many of us are missing out on in life.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever been around a person who no matter what is going on around them, seem to be calm and peaceful? • These people seem to have something that is special about them. • As you look at them, you wish that you could deal with life’s problems with the same ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fruit Of The Spirit- Joy. Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 29, 2008

Joy is a great thing to have.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever been around a person who no matter what is going on around them, seem to be calm and peaceful? • These people seem to have something that is special about them. • As you look at them, you wish that you could deal with life’s problems with the same ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Joy" A Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Feb 9, 2011

The Believer and Joy in their life

"JOY" A FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 10And Nehemiah£ continued, “Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t be grieved or depressed (sad), for the joy of the LORD is ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stunned By Inexpressible Joy!

Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 17, 2007

Heaven is the ever increasing, ever deepening revelation of the experience of the love of Jesus

STUNNED BY INEXPRESSIBLE JOY! Heaven is the ever increasing, ever deepening revelation of the experience of the love of Jesus - 10 billion years from now we will still be stunned daily by the beauty, majesty etc - It’s not just for heaven – Jesus: “thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-19

Denomination: Catholic

Our Attitude Towards Temptation And Trials Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 17, 2019

A look at why James tells us to be joyful when trials and temptations come. We become stronger and more like Jesus in the process.

The path of life isn’t an easy path to walk. It’s filled with all kinds of trials; like sickness and disease, accidents, disappointments, sufferings and death and also all the trials we go through concerning sin and being seduced. What we need is a guaranteed way to conquer all the trials of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

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

Count It All Joy

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 30, 2006

How God proves us with tests.

James 1:2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3. knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. Have you ever really stopped and considered that God’s ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joy When It Hurts

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007

How can we persevere in difficult times?

James 1 – Joy when it hurts! audio is at http://www.jubilee-church.org/sermons/james1.htm Discussion Questions What compelling examples of Christian perseverance/steadfastness have you seen in others under extreme trial? What lessons has anyone here learnt in difficulty? Can you believe in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy In God's Presence PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores Psalm 16, emphasizing the importance of trust in God, seeking His guidance, and finding victory over evil through faith in Him. Key

Welcome, dear friends, to our time of shared worship and reflection. Today, we gather in the comforting embrace of our faith, united by our shared love for the Lord and our unwavering belief in His unending goodness. We find ourselves turning to the timeless wisdom of the Bible, where we seek ...read more

Topics: God, Good

Count It All Joy

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 29, 2008

From what basis or foundation do we respond to disasters or difficulties we might face?

Introduction In light of what we have just experienced as a community- take time- talk about- how we respond to difficulties, trials, disasters, loss, in our lives. A number of people- in congregation- experienced difficulties or loss at one level or another. Testimonies I would like to give us a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Charismatic

The Triumphant Church – Triumphing Over Trials

Contributed by Chew Chew on Oct 20, 2006

The church of Jesus Christ is a triumphant church. That is why Jesus said, “Upon this rock I will built my church and the gates of hell will not prevailed against it.” The church of Christ is to be a church triumphant over trials.

Title: The Triumphant Church – Triumphing over Trials Text: James 1: 1-12 Introduction The Apostle James wrote the letter to Christians that were scattered because of persecution. The Christians were going through difficult times and Apostle James wrote this letter as an encouragement to them so ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Character Of A Disciple: Joy Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jul 16, 2018

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

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, Matthew 6:19-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Overcoming Trials With God’s Help

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 15, 2025

Trials are part of the Christian life, but we do not face them alone. God uses trials to build our faith, strengthen us, grant us wisdom, and bring about His purpose. No matter the challenges we face, we must remember that God is with us, and He will never forsake us.

OVERCOMING TRIALS WITH GOD’S HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:2-4 "My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From The Mouth . . . Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 30, 2024

A series from the book of James.

Straight from the Mouth James 1, Romans 5:3-5, 8:31-39 September 8, 2024 Back in the Vietnam war era, the White House Press Secretary was Ron Zeigler. During a press conference he made a statement that was proven to be false that very night. When he was asked about it the next day, Zeigler ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome With All Joy When Trouble Comes Series

Contributed by Levi Wright on Oct 6, 2007

How do you find strength to continue when you feel like you are carrying the weight of the world upon you shoulders? Trials and test of our faith are allowed by God to mature us Spiritually.

Banner of Praise Ministries Reverend Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder “How To Overcome With All Joy.... When Trouble Come....” James 1:2-8 (New Century Version) Faith and Wisdom 2 My brothers and sisters, when you have many kinds of troubles, you should be full of joy, 3 because you know ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational