Sermons on Joy Of Heart:

The Unexpected Visitor

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 30, 2023

A Sermon for the 4th Sunday of Epiphany, Year A

January 29, 2023 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; Matthew 5:1-12 The Unexpected Visitor Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus opens up his Sermon on the Mount with a real show-stopper. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, 1 Corinthians 1:18-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Known By Love

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 29, 2023

A new command I give you: love one another.

December 30, 2023 As we look forward to the start of a New Year, our minds naturally turn to the ever-popular idea of the New Year’s Resolution: • I’m going to lose 10 lbs. • I’m going to pay off my credit cards. • I’m going to eat fewer donuts --- Right!! Like that is ever going to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, Leviticus 19:18, Leviticus 19:34, Matthew 22:37-40, Luke 6:27-35, Ephesians 5:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Desert Will Rejoice: Finding Joy In God's Promise An Advent Sermon On Isaiah 35:1-10

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 12, 2025

During Advent, we wait. We prepare. And sometimes, if we're honest, we wonder if the waiting will ever end. Isaiah's audience was familiar with the concept of waiting.

Introduction During Advent, we wait. We prepare. And sometimes, if we're honest, we wonder if the waiting will ever end. Isaiah's audience knew something about waiting. Exiled, discouraged, surrounded by spiritual desert—they needed a word of hope. And God gave them not just hope, but a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon – There Is Hope After Ziklag Burns

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jun 10, 2025

What do you do when you lose your home, your family, your entire city? What do you do to soothe the pain? In the midst of tragedy and grief, people oftentimes begin assessing blame; they look for a scapegoat. Our text from the life of David, David, our hero in that very position.

Sermon – There is Hope After Ziklag Burns Scripture -1Samuel 30:1-9 “And it came to pass, when David and his men were come to Ziklag on the third day, that the Amalekites had invaded the south, and Ziklag, and smitten Ziklag, and burned it with fire; And had taken the women captives, that were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-9, Proverbs 25:1, Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 10:19

Denomination: Methodist

Fellowship Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Apr 30, 2023

Paul and the Philippians share a partnership of grace and Gospel for the past ten years and he loves them with the affection of Jesus.

Technicolor Joy A Study in Philippians 1:3-8 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 4-30-2-23 The Fellowship of the Ring Four little hobbits with large, hairy feet - Frodo, Sam, Merry, and Pippin. Two human men - Boromir and Aragorn, who happens to be the son of the King. One ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Lord Always Series

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Jan 3, 2025

As believers we are called to always rejoice!

Opener: Welcome and good morning everyone ! So blessed to see everyone here today! If you do not know me, my name is Pastor Steven and I am one of the Pastors here at Family of Christ. This morning we are concluding the book of Philippians. We started this journey four weeks ago and that first ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Greatest Life Of All

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 22, 2008

Ever since the announcement of the angel to the shepherds announced that Jesus was good news of great joy, we have been singing about the “Joy” that Jesus brings.

The Greatest Life of All -A Life of Joy- Luke 2:9-14 The angel of the Lord gave a reassuring word to the shepherds: “Don’t be afraid! I bring you good news of great joy for everyone! The Savior – yes, the Messiah, the Lord – has been born tonight in Bethlehem, the city of David.” Luke 2:10-11 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Finding Peace Through Prayer Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Nov 14, 2019

The people in Philippi didn’t have weapons, they couldn’t vote, and they had little money. Some were citizens of Rome; others were slaves with no rights. How were they supposed to have peace when they seemed so powerless? They prayed!

Philippians – Complete Joy Finding Peace Through Prayer November 17, 2019 Philippians 4:6-7 NIV “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Revelation 4:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thru Prayer Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 8, 2019

Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and inner joy are linked together because prayer opens a door to the presence and guidance of the Lord.

Opening Video: Selah “We Must Not” Sermon: Find joy in the journey through prayer! Scripture: Romans 12:12 “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Thesis: Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12, John 17:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Want To Know A Secret? Promise You Won't Tell? Joy

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 2, 2022

What state are you in? Paul says I have learned to be content... Let us study the role of joy in daily living. JOY is a choice.

WANT TO KNOW A SECRET? PROMISE YOU WILL NOT TELL? A BUCKET WITH A HOLE IN THE BOTTOM… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a bucket (or glass) with the bottom cut out of it. I ask for a volunteer to bring me a bucket (or glass) of water. It is impossible to fill something ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10, Philippians 4:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rejoice! (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 12, 2019

In Philippians 2, Paul encourages beleivers to expereince joy through solidarity, selflessness, and shining the light of Christ.

Rejoice! Choosing Joy in the Midst of our Mess (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/11/2015 Have you ever wondered why some people seem to experience deep and authentic joy in their daily lives—even in the toughest times—while others can’t seem to find it no matter how hard ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Christian Church

"god's Invitation To Joy And Contentment" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 19, 2023

It has been said many times that we have more things now than any other time in history. We are indeed fortunate people, yet for many of us, there is one critical thing that is missing… Contentment.

“God’s Invitation to Joy” Philippians 4:1-9 It has been said many times that we have more things now than any other time in history. There are 195 countries in our world and the United States is ranked number one in economy. Aren’t you glad we live here? We are indeed fortunate people, yet for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Delights Of Deity

Contributed by John Newbaker on Oct 14, 2017

What brings God pleasure, joy, delight? Scripture tells us.

The Delights of Deity Psalm 115:3 says, “Our God is in heaven; he does whatever he pleases.” Have you ever thought about that? Have you ever thought about what pleases the Lord? he does whatever he pleases What is it that pleases the Lord? The word please in the Bible means to take delight ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Reasons To Rejoice Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

The Psalmist commands us to rejoice, illustrating that true rejoicing is a deliberate choice rather than a fleeting emotion. We uncover a list of compelling reasons to rejoice in the Lord, inviting us to shift our focus from our trials to the steadfast goodness of our Creator.

Reasons to Rejoice! Psalm 33 Introduction: Look: v.1 – remember the Psalms are songs. Hymns! Psalm 33 = Song of joy & praise Quote: “Joy is the soul of praise.” – CH Spurgeon A praising heart is a joyful heart. Praise to God is the outflow and the overflow of a heart joy. Praise is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipate The Prophecy Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 11, 2020

In Zephaniah 3:14-20, the prophet wants people of all time to long for the joy of the presence of God. He calls us to experience the 1) Rejoicing in the Prophecy (Zephaniah 3:14), 2) Reasons for the Prophecy (Zephaniah 3:15–17), 3) Realizing the Prophecy (Zephaniah 3:18-20).

Zephaniah 3:14–20 [14] Sing aloud, O daughter of Zion; shout, O Israel! Rejoice and exult with all your heart, O daughter of Jerusalem! [15] The Lord has taken away the judgments against you; he has cleared away your enemies. The King of Israel, the Lord, is in your midst; you shall never again ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Other