Sermons on joy of life: showing 301-315 of 195,981

How Can I Be Happy?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 27, 2006

Happiness blockers: 1. A demanding spirit that insists life should be good and easy. 2. A lack of play. 3. Basing your happiness on circumstances rather than trust.

Singer and diva, Madonna, is one of the wealthiest people in show business and has openly flaunted her self-indulgent lifestyle. A couple of years ago she was asked in an interview if she was happy. Her response was: “I don’t even know anybody who is happy!” Not only was she not happy, but she ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 22, 2007

God has specific plans for your life, but our priority is following His broader will which reflects His desire for every believer. Paul informs us that is is God’s will that we practice three habits; when we do, they have positive consequences on our

Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful (I Thessalonians 5:16-18) 1. A young fellow by the name of Sammy liked to hang out at Mom and Pop’s Grocery Store. Pop didn’t know what Sammy’s problem was, but the other boys would tease him all the?time, calling him Slow Sammy, and punching him on the shoulder as they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy Of The Gospel And Freedom From Slavery Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 9, 2016

We must spread the joy of the Gospel as we fight all kinds of enslavement.

Thursday of First Week in Course 2016 Joy of the Gospel I can’t imagine what it is to be a slave, or, for that matter, like Lincoln, a slave-owner. But all of us have sinned, and many have been addicted to one sin or the other. That’s the worst kind of slavery. The nation of Israel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

What Would Jesus Say To Those Whose Well Has Run Dry?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 30, 2002

This message on reclaiming joy in your life deals with the sources of joy as well as paths toward recovering joy in your life.

- When we’re stressed and distressed by the state of our lives, we find ourselves in pathetic condition: - we’re irritated by even the smallest inconveniences and problems, - we rarely laugh, - we’re quick to snap at people, - we flop into bed each night, exhausted, - we have no joy in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12, Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Handling The Ups & Downs Of Life Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Mar 14, 2011

I used to like roller coasters, but last summer, I got off of a roller coaster and didn't care if I ever rode one again or not. Up. Down. Up. Down. Round and round. Then we exited right where we got on. It's too much like life. Life is full of ups and dow

I used to like roller coasters, but last summer, I got off of a roller coaster and didn't care if I ever rode one again or not. Up. Down. Up. Down. Round and round. Then we exited right where we got on. It's too much like life. Life is full of ups and downs, yet most of the action is an illusion ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing Joy To God Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 13, 2005

Although it is true that God wants to bring His children joy, it is surprisingly true that we can bring God joy too! (these sermons parallel Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Life" chapters, in this case, ch.8-14; but they are not a repeat, rather same theme

Bringing Joy to God Introduction 1. Just how personal and emotional is God? 2. The answer: Very! 3. G. Walter Hansenin, Christianity Today wrote, “I am spellbound by the intensity of Jesus’ emotions: Not a twinge of pity, but heartbroken compassion; not a passing irritation, but terrifying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 149:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pressing On Toward The Goal PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 16, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to pursue Christlikeness, persevere in their faith journey, and look forward to the heavenly reward, keeping their focus on Jesus. Key

Good morning, beloved ones! It's a joy to gather together again in the house of the Lord, isn't it? As we come together today, we are here to encourage one another, to uplift each other, and to seek the face of God together. We are here to grow in our understanding and love for our Lord Jesus ...read more

Topics: Choose Joy, Living A Life Worthy

The Joy Of A Soul Winner

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 18, 2016

The Christian who is faithful in soul winning will have abundant rewards and a high position in the Kingdom of Jesus Christ

THE JOY OF A SOUL WINNER Study Text: Luke 10: 17 - 20 Introduction: - The winning of souls is a surpassing privilege that brings great joy each time a soul is won by the Gospel. - There is no greater happiness and rejoicing than to see someone you have spoken to, prayed for, and cared for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discipline Leads To Joy! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 12, 2009

God disciplines Christians when they mess up not to punish them but to reveal the awesome glory of Christ!

God reveals Himself to people in mysterious and powerful ways. And do you know what God’s desire is for people? God’s desire is to bless people, make them holy, and daily walk with Him. Ever since Creation this is God’s desire for people! God chose the People of Israel, descendants of Abraham, to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:1-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Sources Of Joy

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 21, 2023

There is a source of joy in the presence of the Lord, and there are a lot of secrets of joy in the house of the Lord.

He who has the bride is the bridegroom; but the friend of the bridegroom, who stands and hears him, rejoices greatly because of the bridegroom’s voice. Therefore this joy of mine is fulfilled. - John 3:29 In both John chapter 1 & 3, John the Baptist is sharing his testimony about Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy In Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 30, 2020

Ultimate joy is found in Jesus!

INTRODUCTION • Have you ever tried to do something that was literally impossible to do? • For instance, when I was young, I was not the tallest person on the block. • I wanted to do things that would make me taller, As you can see, it worked! :) • There was really nothing I could do to make ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy To The World Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Dec 18, 2022

When Jesus was born it wasn’t just some baby born in a manger, it was the revelation of all the glory of God Himself wrapped in flesh named Immanuel-God with us (Matt. 1:23)

Christmas is literally “the mass for Christ”, the day on which the world celebrates the birth of the Lord and saviour Jesus Christ. Our Calendar is built on the birth of the Lord Jesus (BC and AD) This birth was so monumental that it became the high point of history, the peak, the apex. All history ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy Killers.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Sep 6, 2004

. Billy Sunday said if there is no joy in your religion then there is a leaky vessel, a leak in your Christianity somewhere.

Joy killers. Philippians 1:1 -- 2. 08/15/04 I want us to go through this book of Philippians because we can learn a lot about joy. Who is it that doesn’t want joy? I guess you have discovered that in the Bible you will find the answers to questions of life. For instance, many people want to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Secret Of Joy Series

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on May 30, 2024

How helpless is man though he holds position, power, wealth and fame! Not knowing what is lying ahead, all he has are a loan from his creator God- leaving everything here on this side of the eternity when he departs this world.

Live today! Never miss today’s blessings. God is a God of present tense. He calls Himself “ I am that I am”. Many of us dream of a better future when we can enjoy the life comfortably without the struggles we have now. It is only a human hope, with no sound base (Proverbs 19:21) . None of us know ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36, Philippians 4:4, Romans 12:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy Of The Cross

Contributed by Carl Allen on Mar 3, 2008

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