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Evidence Of Faith

Contributed by Kevin Malone on Aug 26, 2007

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This is an expository sermon from James explaining that good works are the result of God-given faith, and contrasting this true faith from God with a false faith of man.

Sermon on James and Faith In the English language, there are many different applications of the word “work”. My children just finished some lovely artwork. I like hamburgers with “the works”. It’s almost the 4th of July, and I’m looking foreword to both a day of from work, and also lighting off ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Never To Late To Try Again

Contributed by James Tidwell on Sep 28, 2008

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When your faith is put on the spot it’s never too late to try again your faith.

It’s Never Too Late To Try Again Text: James 2:17-26 Vs. 17, Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. (So also faith, if it does not have works (deeds and actions of obedience to back it up), by itself is destitute of power (inoperative, dead). Vs. 18, Yea, a man may say, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Got Faith! Series

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Nov 14, 2008

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Faith without works is dead faith, while faith seen by it’s works is a growing, mature faith.

GOT FAITH? James 2:14-26 Several years ago in my country there was an advertising campaign to get people to drink milk. It was simply entitled “Got Milk?” There would be a picture of a well known person holding a glass of milk and he or she had a moustache made of milk. All fine and dandy but I ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Things That Give God Joy

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 23, 2025

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God’s happiness is not based on material offerings or religious rituals but on our obedience, faith, worship, and love for others. When we walk in righteousness, win souls, and serve Him faithfully, we bring Him great joy.

THINGS THAT GIVE GOD JOY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 15:7 "I say unto you, that likewise joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance." Supporting Texts: Psalm 147:11, Hebrews 11:6, Micah 6:8, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:7, Psalm 147:11, Hebrews 11:6, Micah 6:8, Matthew 25:21, John 4:23-24 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Position

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 20, 2011

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here is true joy to those who serve god with their whole heart, but misery to those who serve Him half-heartily.

THE POSITION *** There is true joy to those who serve god with their whole heart, but misery to those who serve Him half-heartily. *** This is the only way to find fullness of joy-complete, unconditional surrender to God. *** There is no very great measure of joy in a half-hearted Christian ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Complete Joy—maintaining The Glow!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 16, 2020

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Joy is not an emotion, but an attitude—a state of mind or manner of being. Isaiah 61:3, talks about putting on the oil of joy and a garment of praise like you would a healing salve or a protective cloak.

Complete Joy—Maintaining The Glow! John 15:11NKJV The Lord Jesus Christ fully paid for every believer to walk in complete-lasting-joy. Only God can give you the joy you want. Do you desire a joy that is forever; Not fleeting, not just moments of pleasure, but a joy that goes on and on, with no ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11, Hebrews 12:2, James 1:2-4, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Joy Of The Lord Is Our Strength

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 17, 2021

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A two-part message on what biblical Joy is and how to cultivate it.

"for the joy of the LORD is your strength" (Neh 8:10b ESV) What is Joy? Is it an emotion, feeling, or a state of mind? Is it the result of pursuing happiness? INTRODUCTION We have all experienced joy and want more of it. We have shouted and smiled in delight upon hearing good news ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10, Zephaniah 3:17, 1 John 4:16, Isaiah 61:3, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Proverbs 15:30, Acts 2:47, 1 Corinthians 2:9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word "Joy" Made Flesh Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Dec 21, 2004

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Jesus is our Joy

Advent 2004 December 12, 2004 The Word Made Flesh The Word “Joy” Made Flesh Luke 2:10 What is this thing called Joy? Joy is a rather illusive thing to define. It’s like happiness, but it is much deeper than happiness, it is like pleasure but it is deeper than pleasure. C. Davis in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10

Denomination: *other

Journeying Towards Eternal Joy

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 16, 2024

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Together, we delve into a profound truth through a parable, reminding us of the peril of seeking comfort without purpose.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather as a congregation and as travelers on a spiritual journey. Together, we delve into a profound truth through a parable, reminding us of the peril of seeking comfort without purpose. Let's reflect on how our daily choices and actions align ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24, Psalm 127:2

Denomination: Baptist

Make My Joy Complete

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Nov 2, 2010

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The focus on unity is to be able to think the same thing, have the same love, joined in soul, and thinking one thing.

Make My Joy Complete Oct 31, 2010 Phil. 2:1-4 Intro: What would it take to make you truly happy? I don’t presuppose in the question that you are unhappy at the moment, but I want to get you thinking for a moment about that question, and locate at least the beginnings of an answer. And ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Joy Or Just Happiness

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Dec 4, 2021

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Understanding that not all people are happy in their lives but in the sense of knowing that even in that time there is a joy that comes from within

Divine Joy or just happiness: Happiness is the feeling you get when things are going well; it’s based on your circumstances. Joy, on the other hand, is a deep sense of pleasure, delight, gladness, and well-being that is independent of circumstance. Joy flows from a deeply rooted conviction that not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17

Denomination: Charismatic

God With Us Brings Joy Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 10, 2021

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Joy comes when we worry about nothing, pray about everything, give thanks in all things and think about the right things

GOD WITH US BRINGS JOY Years ago there was a farmer in Nova Scotia who owned land along the Atlantic seacoast. He constantly advertised for hired hands. Most people were reluctant to work on farms along the Atlantic. They dreaded the awful storms that would come up, wreaking havoc on the buildings ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12, Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Advent 3 - (Joy) 2007 [the Real Joy Of Christmas]

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 16, 2007

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A sermon that focuses on the true Joy of Christmas... the joy that we have recieved a messiah!

Isaiah 35:1-4 The desert and the parched land will be glad; the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like the crocus, it will burst into bloom; it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The glory of Lebanon will be given to it, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon; they will see the glory of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joy To The World - A Study Of Philippians- Part 1 "Joy In Others" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Nov 29, 2016

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Part on of our study of Joy though the words of Paul to the church at Philippi

Joy to the world Part 1 Philippians 1:1-11 As we begin nearing the celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ The word Joy Becomes a common word The rest of the year It may only be mentioned outside of church When you are trying to decide if you feel like a nut or not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-27, Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World - A Study Of Philippians- Part 3 "Joy In Believing" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Dec 12, 2016

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Part 3 of our Philippians study

Joy to the world A study of Philippians Part 3 “Joy in Believing” Today we continue our study of the book of Philippians Paul’s letter of joy to the Church in the Macedonian in the city of Philippi Paul had spent time with the people there about 10 years before he wrote this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16, Philippians 3:7

Denomination: Baptist

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