Sermons about Joy Of Anticipation

The Joy Of Christmas

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Dec 26, 2004

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Regardless of your circumstances, if you have Jesus Christ who is the joy of Christmas then everything will be alright.

Sunday Morning, December 19th, 2004 Let us pray Welcome....... My family and I want to wish all of you a very blessed Christmas, and trust you all will have the joy of Christmas, and a wonderful New Year. In six more days it will be Christmas day, and by now you all should have finished ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Retrieving The Joy

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 21, 2003

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A message dealing with coming out of those periods of "blue funk" that we all go through sometimes!

Retrieving the Joy Various Scriptures October 4, 2003 Introduction Everyone gets down sometimes. Everyone gets dry, spiritually sometimes. Everyone, at one time or another just seems to lose the joy and wonderment they once had in their relationship with God. I am with you on that. I have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Walking In Joy Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 23, 2003

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This is the 11th study in the study "Light In The Darkness".

WALKING IN JOY 2 John 1:1-13 In a world of pain, misery, corruption, etc…; how does a Christian find joy in their Christian walk? 2 John helps us answer this question. This letter, which is addressed to the “chosen lady and her children”, is thought by some to be the cover letter to 1 John ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Shadowlands

Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003

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The premise of this sermon is that even in the midst of life’s sorrow, there is a depth of joy that abides within us.

Advent III – Joy Luke 2:26-55 In the wonderfully reflective book entitled, The Prophet, one can contemplate these words: The woman questioned the one she called Prophet of God, saying: “Speak to us now of Joy and Sorrow”. And he answered: The same well from which you laughter rises was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:26-55

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Joy

Contributed by Cedric Portis on Oct 1, 2001

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Genuine Joy comes from Jesus Christ.

Genuine Joy 15 John 11 “These things have I spoken unto you, that My joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full” In a world that is shadowed with despair, disappointment, in a world that has grief all around; this world stands in need of some genuine joy. Genuine Joy, every human ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Journey Of Joy

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 17, 2001

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The secret of finding joy in life is looking in the right place and looking in the right person, God.

The Journey of Joy Selected Passages September 3, 2001 Introduction I. The Road to Happiness A. Construction on the highway: We have all seen more than our share of highway construction. Lots of heavy equipment rearranging the terrain, moving earth and removing old pavement. It causes long delays ...read more

Scripture: John 15:10-11, 1 Chronicles 16:23-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Joy In The Desert

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Dec 15, 2001

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3rd Sunday in Advent, Year A; The world is looking for the kind of joy God has promised us in Christ, but it is a deeper joy than just saying, "Don’t worry, be happy!"

"The desert and the parched land will be glad; the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like the crocus, it will burst into bloom; it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The glory of Lebanon will be given to it, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon; they will see the glory of the LORD, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Consider It Joy

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 28, 2005

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To see trials as times when God is pruning us and making us more useful for Himself

Consider It All Joy SBC Philippi, Rev. J Simms James 1:1-4 Primary Purpose: A primary introduction to James and to discuss how we can be joyful in trials. Background: This book was written by James, the half-brother of Jesus. He wasn’t a believer through Jesus’ earthly ministry. But, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Presence

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005

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The point of the two parables about lost things – implies that we can get lost, separated from God. The reaction of the owner (God) is a grief-stricken search.

Joy In The Presence / Luke 15: 1 - 10 Intro: Men and women react differently when they are lost. A man will drive and drive without stopping to ask directions. But, his wife will stop at the first gas station or even stop people along the way if she isn’t absolutely sure. Here we have two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joy Robbers Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 22, 2008

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Get the true joy!

JOY ROBBERS Philippians 4.2-7 S: Joy C: Peace Th: Toward the Goal Pr: GET THE TRUE JOY. ?: What? What keeps us from it? KW: Thieves TS: We will find in our study of Philippians what thieves use to keep us from getting the joy God has for us. CV: “We will wholeheartedly worship the everlasting ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

Pure Joy Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 20, 2008

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We are to find joy and grow in faith in all situations. Perhaps when the trials end will be good enough.

Pure Joy James 1:1-8 At Christmas we sing songs like Joy to the world. We exchange gifts and decorate and most people find joy in the season. As Christians we connect all the celebration to the Birth of Jesus…..But the joy of the season often seems to fade very quickly. There are other times in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Joy Unspeakable

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 1, 2008

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A Christmas message about the power of the joy of the Lord in a believers life.

Christianview Church August 20, 1995 Joy Unspeakable Like the old song says it’s the most wonderful time of the year! The Christmas season is upon us once again and its time to think about just how we are going to handle everything that comes with this holiday. Are you ready for a celebration of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Mennonite

The Joy Of The Cross

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 3, 2008

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The shame of the cross is frequently forgotten by modern-day Christians. Crucifixion was the ultimate in insult and public contempt for a criminal. It is impossible for us even to begin to understand the horror of the cross to the sinless soul of the i

The Joy of the Cross Hebrews 12:2 Intro We have heard many sermons on the sufferings of Christ on the cross. Words do not have the capacity to communicate the suffering Christ experienced as he died for our sins. The loneliness of the cross was terrible. Jesus was forsaken by his friends. In ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

A Time Of Joy Series

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

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First-person narrative, preached in a series of narratives for Advent

A Time for Joy Luke 2:8-20 Greetings, good neighbors—I have a tremendous tale to share with you. My name is Jacob (my father named me after the great patriarch because he admired the man’s shrewdness and ability to get what he wanted). I am by trade a shepherd. Do not worry my friends, I am ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Dedicated To Joy Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 29, 2008

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Joy isn’t ginned up with fun entertainment. Joy doesn’t pass with changing seasons or swinging moods. True, unquenchable joy comes only from God. That’s the kind of joy to be dedicated to.

1. Intro (6:16) 2. The first way we can be dedicated to striving for joy is with joyful sacrifice. (6:17) 3. The second way we can be dedicated to striving for joy is with joyful service. (6:18-20) 4. The third way we can be dedicated to striving for joy is with joyful separation. (6:21-22a) 5. The ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 6:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

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