Sermons on Joy Ride:

02. Gozosos En Todo Series

Contributed by David Fuchs on Aug 8, 2012

La mayoría de la gente no disfruta de la vida. Simplemente la toleran, la aguantan y la soportan.

Gozosos en todo Como Disfrutar Del Resto De Tu Vida - Parte 2 de 12 Filipenses 1:12-26 (NVI) “Hermanos, quiero que sepan que, en realidad, lo que me ha pasado ha contribuido al avance del evangelio. (13) Es más, se ha hecho evidente a toda la guardia del palacio y a todos los demás que ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritual Ingredients For A Blessed New Year

Contributed by William Wyne on Feb 10, 2012

The Word of God has given us the ingredients for a blessed life.

There is an artistic picture that the artist gave a simple title to, “Hope”. It’s a simple drawing but the image is powerful. It is the picture of an old burned out mountain shack (cabin). It’s not a picture of a beautiful house in the suburbs, or a massive farm house in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Reunion And Reconciliation In Egypt Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 7, 2017

The Life of Joseph Reunion and Reconciliation in Egypt Genesis 42-47

The Life of Joseph Reunion and Reconciliation in Egypt Genesis 42-47 David Taylor November 20, 2016 We finish up our series on “The Life of Joseph” next week and start our Advent series, “Rediscovering Joy” during the month of December. Today’s message, “Reunion ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Depression - A Spiritual Malady

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 31, 2017

The Bible is clear that the most often cause of depression and accompanying anxiety is sin that goes unconfessed and unrepented.

Depression A Spiritual Malady Sadly, an estimated 25 million Americans suffer with depression at any given time. These depressed Americans spend billions of dollars on anti-depressant drugs and billions more on psychological therapies and counseling. However, the vast majority of sufferers never ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trials Turned To Gold

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Apr 22, 2016

staying faithful through trials. Rejoice because they are doing you good.

This morning, I want us to look at the biblical viewpoint of the trials that occur in our lives. And the first thing that I want to do is to differentiate between consequences and trials. The reason that I feel that this is necessary is that most of us want to think of them as the same, but they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-7

Denomination: Nazarene

"All I Want For Christmas" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 19, 2017

Finding real joy at Christmas

“All I want for Christmas is Joy” Hebrews 12:1-2 TLB Well it’s that time of year again when my wife and I make our annual trek to the attic to bring down our Christmas decorations. Last Sunday afternoon. I will admit getting all those boxes down is not my favorite thing to do. This year I counted ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Spirit

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 16, 2014

A drama for children: The Christmas Spirit

1st Sunday After Christmas (This children’s talk is based on Luke 2: 22-40, where Mary and Joseph present Jesus at the Temple) Theme: The Christmas spirit. Objective: To teach that the spirit of Christmas continues throughout the year. To teach that the joy of Christmas is the joy of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Lutheran

The Attitude Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 17, 2014

If the birth of Jesus was good news that brought joy to all the people, why is it so tough to be joyful?

“The Difference Christmas Makes: The Attitude of Christmas” Ps. 126 The words are so familiar: “And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let's Go To The House Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 31, 2013

What do we find in the house of the Lord? 1- In the house there is great joy 2- In the house there is much praise 3- In the house there is peace and security

INTRO.- 1 I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” The people of God were going to worship the Lord at His house. ILL.- A man was answering questions for a national poll one time. When asked for his church preference, he responded, "Red brick." ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9, Psalm 122:19, Psalm 122:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Meet At God's House For Thanksgiving

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 23, 2014

God's place is a joyful place of thanksgiving and praise... when we prepare to make it so.

Title: Let’s Meet at God’s Place for Thanksgiving Text: Psalm 100 Thesis: God’s place is a joyful place of thanksgiving and praise… when we prepare to make it so. Introduction In that we do not have family nearby Bonnie and I are pretty intentional about where we will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I’ll Be Glad When It’s Over

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2014

It’s not uncommon to hear in the weeks leading up to Christmas the phrase, “I’ll be glad when it’s over.”

I’ll Be Glad When It’s Over December 7, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A It’s not uncommon to hear in the weeks leading up to Christmas the phrase, “I’ll be glad when it’s over.” 1 That phrase is typically said ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Thank You Lord For One More...

Contributed by Jeff Smith on May 14, 2013

There is always something to thank God for in this life

THANK YOU LORD FOR ONE MORE... 1 Thessalonians 5:18 We should be grateful for every opportunity for God's blessing. We never know when this life will come to an end. We are undeserving and God is so merciful. Thank you Lord for... 1. One More Day 2 Kings 20:1-6 Hezekiah ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: *other

Curing Church Conflict-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 6, 2014

2 of 3. James revealed the solution to conflict within the local church body. Church conflict can be cured. But how? The cure for church conflict is challenged/hindered by....

CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—II—James 4:1-17 Attention: A man limps into a hospital to have his foot X-rayed, & is asked to wait for the results. Some time later an orderly appears & hands the man a large pill. As he’s handed the pill, a mother with a small child in need of immediate ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving 2013

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 11, 2014

When we are filled with the Holy Spirit we will show it in 3 ways. We will be joyful, thankful, and submissive.

Introduction: A Psalm 100:1-5 (NASB) 1 Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth.2 Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before Him with joyful singing. 3 Know that the LORD Himself is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.4 Enter His gates ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

God Goes Before You!

Contributed by Jeremy Long on Feb 27, 2026

Are you struggling with just "life"? Remember that God knew everything before He even created you. Hold on to the promise that God has gone BEFORE you in all things!

God goes before me! How many of you are dealing with “something” right now? How many of you are dealing with something BIG right now?? I know we have a lot of people that have something going on right now and have stuff that they have gone through. Anyone desperate for a word or just a handful ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:39, Deuteronomy 31:6, Psalm 139:5, Psalm 13:2

Denomination: *other