Sermons on Joy Of Life:

Give Thanks

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 19, 2006

We cannot give thanks FOR all circumstances but we can IN all circumstances. God has a purpose in every storm, shipwreck, tragedy, disease, or whatever that comes upon His children. Giving thanks to God is meant for our good; it enriches our life.

Paul was a man who suffered a great deal of pain and yet wrote, "Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." (I Thess 5: 16-18). For Paul to give us such an advice is amazing. • It shows that a Christian can give thanks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Empty Pots To Overflowing Joy

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025

Life is full of seasons—times of emptiness and times of abundance. The story of the wedding at Cana demonstrates how Jesus can turn a situation of lack into one of overflowing joy.

FROM EMPTY POTS TO OVERFLOWING JOY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 2:1-11 "Jesus saith unto them, Fill the waterpots with water. And they filled them up to the brim." – John 2:7 Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5, Joel 2:25-26, Isaiah 61:3, John 16:24, Romans 15:13 INTRODUCTION: Life ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holding On To The Joy You Have

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 26, 2011

Joy comes from knowing God's Word.

August 28, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Hebrews 10:32-29 Subject: Trusting God’s Word Title: Holding On to the Joy You Have Have you ever had anything stolen? Isn’t it a terrible feeling to think that something you once had and maybe even cherished was taken from you? And maybe you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Saves Us To Be Holy And Full Of Joy

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 7, 2003

God’s design is for each believer to live a holy life

GOD SAVES US TO MAKE US HOLY AND FULL OF JOY Ps 51:1-17 GOD SAVES MEN FROM SIN TO HOLINESS THROUGH FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST BY THE INWARD ACTION OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN TWO WORKS OF GRACE. God saves men- This is salvation that is provided by God alone of which no man can do by himself. It is God who ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Thanksgiving - A Proper Perspective

Contributed by Modupe Adefala on Nov 11, 2003

• Thanks needs to be on our lips everyday. As we draw the breath of life that only God supplies. • We can never say thank you enough to parents, friends, one another, and especially to God. • Thanksgiving adds colour to our lives and flavour to our nat

Thanksgiving – A proper perspective Psalm 92: • Thanks needs to be on our lips everyday. As we draw the breath of life that only God supplies. • We can never say thank you enough to parents, friends, one another, and especially to God. • Thanksgiving adds colour to our lives and flavour to our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Fun Being A Christian

Contributed by Chris Layton on Oct 1, 2007

This is an idea I received while listening to a cassette of Bro. Bob Harrington "The Chaplain of Bourbon Street" He is a dynamic speaker and a great man of God.

There are some who do not completely understand the joy we have in being Christians. A lot of people are like a little boy who went to see his grandfather…. My friends, God did not save us to let us sit and sour. He expects us too be an example to a lost and dying world of His love. Too many times, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Contentment

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 4, 2001

We can cultivate contentment by giving thanks, by realizing that God withholds no good thing from us, and by seeking that which is eternal.

Joy is a deep, abiding sense of satisfaction and fulfillment that flows from our relationship with Jesus Christ. It is the birthright of every Christian, something purchased for us by Christ, something we all desire and which God desires for us. And yet joy is something which we don’t always ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Is Coming Soon, I Promise Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 6, 2020

God doesn't promise a sorrow-free life, but God does promise that joy will come. Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.

A. I’m sure that many of us are familiar with the musical Annie, about the optimistic red-headed orphaned girl named Annie, who is eventually adopted by a billionaire. 1. Before the happy ending comes, Annie and the other girls at the orphanage endure the abuse of Miss Hannigan, the drunken owner ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:5, John 20:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For The Present Troubles And The Joy Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Nov 4, 2021

This message focuses around the events of John 14:1-6 when Jesus was preparing his disciples for the events ahead of them that night, throughout life, and preparing for heaven.

PREPARING FOR THE PRESENT TROUBLES, AND THE JOY OF HEAVEN John 14 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ September 20, 2021 Video Link: https://youtu.be/6YY1guN-YIs I) JESUS WAS PREPARING THEM FOR THE EVENTS AHEAD THAT NIGHT. 1) Let not your hearts be troubled (14:1a.) A) In one sense there ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, John 14:15-27, Revelation 21:16, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Circumstances Confuse Us Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jun 17, 2007

Joy Stealers are the tools Satan uses to rob us of our joy in serving the cause of Christ.To help us defeat the joy stealers of this life, Paul wrote the book of Philippians. Paul knew there would be times we could not be happy, but in Christ, we could al

Introduction: This past weekend, our family celebrated Kathy’s parents 50th wedding anniversary. We spent all day Friday decorating the church in preparation for the big night. Kathy had planned the celebration to be a big surprise, and sure enough, her parents were surprised as 75 of their friends ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Value Of Suffering

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 23, 2008

Everyone goes through struggles in life’s journey and everyone has an option on how to view that struggle. We can take it as a time to wreck us or as a time to look to the Word of God and lean on God to pull us through.

Value of Suffering Psalm 22:1-31 Intro The background of Psalm 22 is some event or series of events in David’s life when he went through much opposition and physical abuse. While suffering on the cross, Jesus quoted part of the first verse. He may have quoted all of it but was so weak the crowd ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Attitude Is Everything

Contributed by Chris Coker on May 4, 2004

Attitude is everything when it comes to following God.

I think that explains what Steve Martin is gray head? But if you think about it we can relate to that can’t we? Kids are screaming, bad day at work, getting bad news from the doctor, and the never ending bills, someone cutting you off on the Interstate, all these things and 1,000 can cause us to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live With An Eternal Perspective Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 18, 2004

MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get sidetracked by petty disagreements. 3. Live for Christ every

Becoming a Joy-FULL Person 2. Live With An Eternal Perspective Philippians 1:12-29 May 8/9, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Praise Of Laughter Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

The Bible links laughter to joy and to feasting, and these are both vast subjects in the Bible, making laughter a major aspect of the godly life.

Have you ever praised God for the enjoyment of laughter? Some of the greatest of God's people have. When Theodore Cuyler, the American preacher, visited the great London preacher, Charles Spurgeon, they told each other the crazy things that happened in their respective ministries. They ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

What Matters Most Sermon V: Staying Occupied With The Joy In Your Heart Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 5, 2020

True meaning in life is found by mature Christians who make the most of the joy Christ their Savior put in their hearts as they share their joy with others.

MAKING THE MOST OF GOD-GIVEN TIME: STAY OCCUPIED WITH THE JOY IN YOUR HEART Lewis Bates became an agnostic while attending Ohio State University in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio, but then he went to a Billy Graham Crusade, which interrupted his march toward atheism and led him ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20