Sermons on Joy Of Knowing Christ:

Biblical Joy

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jan 7, 2017

Joy has often been defined as happiness; as a feeling; true, Biblical Joy has more to do with Faith than it has to do with feeling.

Biblical Joy (James 1:2-4; NKJV) “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.” ? A certain elderly lady was ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Other

Jumping For Joy

Contributed by Chuck Carlson on Dec 20, 2002

Joy is the result of gratitude in light of God’s grace to our guilt.

“Jumping for Joy” Luke 1:67-79 • What makes people jump for joy? A winning basket? Graduation? A new bike? • What makes you jump for joy? For Scrooge, it was more money! • Zachariah was jumping for joy in our text, but it was more than for a baby boy. Zach and Elizabeth had waited a long time ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 17, 2012

There is a misunderstanding of joy. Joy is not giddy or goofy Christians. Instead Joy is the pleasure of the presence of God in your life. The world may work against but if God is for you the Joy of the Lord is your strength! Explains what is needed f

Intro: Joy is not syrupy or sappy, sentimental or seasonal. Joy is not happiness, because happiness depends on what happens to you. Joy is also not the absence of sorrow. Psalm 16:11 “You reveal the path of life to me; in Your presence is abundant joy; in Your right hand are eternal ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Baptist

Minister In Joy

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 28, 2002

Joy is needed to continue any minisrty.

Today, we are pondering -- HOW IMPORTANT JOY IS TO THE CHRISTIAN WALK? We also ponder -- HOW DO WE LOSE OUR JOY? Then we must consider, WHAT CAN I DO TO GET MY JOY BACK? And we ponder: --- HOW CAN I LEARN TO KEEP THE JOY OF THE LORD? 1. LIFE HAS A WAY OF STEALING OUR JOY! I am told the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:4, John 16:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

So You Want To Have Joy? Series

Contributed by Tim Norman on Nov 15, 2002

We all want satisfaction and fulfilment - happiness is not enough. Jesus tells us how to know joy in our lives, joy that is with us whatever happens in life.

Opening jokes - notice sheet howlers 1. A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church hall. Music will follow. 3. Eight new choir robes are currently needed, due to the addition of several new members and to the deterioration of some older ones. 6. For those of you who have children ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Unwrap The Gift Of Joy This Christmas

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 24, 2006

The angel said, “I bring you good news.” Christ is our good news of great joy.. Regardless of the circumstances, the pain, or problems, we look to Jesus, He is our good news. In Christ we can face life with optimism and joy.

Un-wrap the Gift of Joy this Christmas Luke 2:10 “But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” The angel said, “I bring you good news.” Christ is our good news of great joy.. Regardless of the circumstances, the pain, or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10, Luke 3:10-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

Therapy For Workers In The Vineyard Of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jul 15, 2021

Let us do the work of our LORD with joy

i. The LORD laughs at His enemies. Copy HIM. HE has already told you about their fiery end. So, be patient and start laughing. A merry heart doeth good like medicine. Who said Christians must be sad and mournful? It's not a sin to laugh as you can clearly see. ii. The LORD sings over ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:22

The Purpose Of Your Life

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

What is your purpose in life? The same as that of the Lord Jesus Christ! Glorifying God! But we all do that in our own God-given unique way.

“THE PURPOSE OF YOUR LIFE” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 17:1-5 As a man was driving down the freeway, his car phone rang. When he answered, he heard his wife warn him urgently, "George, I just heard on the news that there’s a car going the wrong way on 280. Please ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Knowing The Lord For Strength Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Mar 10, 2022

Knowing the Lord is closely associated with being strong in life. Beginning from Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Joshua and till the disciples of Jesus Christ, are known for being bold and strong in times of trouble.

Whether you live today as a victim or warrior, God is beside you to give you assurance for a bright future, if you are willing. The future brightness comes with one condition, that you know the Lord as it should be. Believers as much as they the rites and participation routine of their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:7-8, Romans 14:23, Genesis 15:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy Of The Lord Is Our Strength

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jan 8, 2008

Happiness depends on circumstances; joy is an attitude rooted in the Person of Jesus Christ and our daily relationship with Him.

The Joy of the Lord Is Our Strength --Nehemiah 8:1-10 An epiphany is a sudden flash of understanding or a moment of a sudden and great realization. Epiphany in this sense may also be called a serendipity. The two are similar terms although serendipity usually refers to a pleasant discovery we ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is...joy Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 11, 2011

We develop joy in the body of Christ by looking beyond our circumstances and developing contentment in our lives.

Before I read our story from Home Town Tales, let’s take a moment to briefly review the three aspects of the fruit of the Sprit that we’re focusing on during this series: THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 1) Is demonstrated by being not doing 2) Is developed as Christ followers cooperate with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Journey Into Joy

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 19, 2002

OUR JOURNEY OF FAITH MUST BE MARKED BY JOY!

THE JOURNEY INTO JOY ZEPHANIAH 3: 14-20 AUGUST 18, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Joni Eareckson Tada, who was paralyzed from the neck down while still a teenager, wrote, "You don’t have to be alone in your hurt! Comfort is yours. Joy is an option. And it’s all been made possible by your Savior. He went ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Compounding Joy Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Nov 9, 2006

Message 2 of 5

Treasure Principles Compounding Joy November 5, 2006 Money Rant Treasure Principles Compounding Joy November 5, 2006 We’re going to look at several key principles about building up treasure in heaven. This morning we’ll be looking at one. I had six in mind when I began this series but I’ve cut ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:2-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 28, 2006

There is nothing like the freedom of forgiveness. The record of your past can be cleansed and God offers it freely.

The Joy of Forgiveness Psalm 32:1-7 Psalm 32:1 (NIV) A psalm of David. Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Oh What Joy!!!!  David had been forgiven of many things  Adultery  Murder  Dishonesty Sin is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy To The World

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005

Examining this Christmas Song

Ps. 98 Joy To The World The Gospel In Hymns - Albert Bayley Imagine a little man 5 feet high; a large head made bigger with a huge wig, a hooked nose small piercing eyes, a frail and sickly body; the whole combination looking more like an embryo than a fully developed organism; that was the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Baptist