Sermons on Joy When Poor:

When The Healer Is In The House

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 2, 2002

Step into a place where "the power of the Lord was present to heal them." Embrace the power and the potential of His Healing Presence.

“WHEN THE HEALER’S IN THE HOUSE” Mark 2: 1-12 INTRO: 1.In Mark’s narrative, you can almost hear the excitement that must of been in this house in Capernaum. a. A feeling of celebration as word quickly spread that Jesus was there. b. A feeling of expectancy as the crowds crowded into that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Ask And You Shall Receive"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 16, 2011

This lesson will show how we know we are in God's will when we ask for things.

John 16:24 “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.” This past month I have been getting up at night with a horrible feeling of a presence of evil. When I first became a believer it scared me but know I know how to ...read more

Scripture: John 7:17-18

When God Says No

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jul 19, 2011

A classic sermon by Adrian Rogers that asks the question, "Why would God say no to prayer?"

This sermon from the Adrian Rogers Legacy Library © 2010 Rogers Family Trust. Used by permission. www.pastortraining.com www.adrianrogerslibrary.com Introduction Be finding the book of James, it's back toward the back of the New Testament and turn to chapter 4 and when you've found it, look up ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-4, James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

When A Christian Sins

Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Jul 27, 2002

WHEN A CHRISTIAN CHOOSES TO LIVE HIS OR HER LIFE IN SIN - IT MIGHT JUST SHOCK YOU AS TO WHAT CAN HAPPEN!

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A CHRISTIAN SINS 6/30/02 TEXT: ROMANS 8:1 - 13 INTRO: AS I BEGAN PREPARING FOR THIS MESSAGE, IN MY MIND, I THOUGHT OF THE THOUSANDS OF SERMONS THAT HAVE BEEN PREACHED AGAINST SIN. AND LET ME JUST SAY THAT WITH ALL THE SERMONS THAT HAVE BEEN PREACHED, IT ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Mary & Elizabeth’s Joy!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2015

Mary & Elizabeth’s Joy – Luke chapter 1 verses 39-56 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Joy of Elisabeth (vs 39-45). (2). The Joy of the unborn son, John (vs 41): (3). The Joy of Mary (vs 46-56). SERMON BODY: • The passage in Luke’s gospel contains Mary’s song; • It is one of the most famous songs in Christianity. • It has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Brethren

When Hope Arises Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 18, 2014

Today we gather around the event that has influenced human history more than any other…and changed more lives than any other. We gather around the resurrection of Jesus…known as the Christ…which means the anointed one.

When Hope Arises Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014 – Brad Bailey Intro Today we gather around the event that has influenced human history more than any other…and changed more lives than any other. We gather around the resurrection of Jesus…known as the Christ…which means the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When It Rains On The Just

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jul 21, 2010

Does God will evil upon His own? Does He cause evil things to punish us?

When It Rains on the Just (Matthew 5:43-48) “You have heard that it was said: ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Wesleyan

When Prayers Are Answered Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Mar 28, 2025

I love to hear when the Lord directs a person to go and speak to someone; but what I am even more excited about is hearing of the back story from the other side how God made this all happen. That is our passage today.

“When Prayers Are Answered” Acts 10:1-23 Several weeks ago I received a card from a preacher, which attended Liberty Baptist Bible Collage where I am the Dean of Students. Intrigued I opened the letter and there was a card that was signed by several people who I have never met and a hand written ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas - Glad Tiding Of Great Joy

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Dec 22, 2019

Here’s the question. What is the deeper reason for celebrating Christmas? What is the reason for the season? Do we need it?

Time of the year – Family, food and fun, but it is also a time to think about the deeper questions of life – but also to ask the question, “is there a purpose to it all?” • Here’s the question. What is the deeper reason for celebrating Christmas? What is the reason for the season? Do we need it? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, John 3:16-17, 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Christian Church

When Trouble Comes

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 19, 2001

When adversity comes your way, how do you handle it? This message tells you how.

James 1:1-12 "When Trouble Comes" By Pastor Mark Hiehle Some time ago, I heard Pastor Tony Evans reminisce about growing up and having his favorite shows interrupted by a test. When I heard him say that, I thought of my time during and after college when I worked in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Love When It Is Undeserved Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 5, 2015

When the Holy Spirit develops His fruit in our lives He will help us to love, even when it is undeserved.

Love When It’s Undeserved It’s Time To Grow - 2 You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. 7 Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. 8 But God demonstrates his own ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Wants To Be A Beggar?

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 16, 2004

Are you poor in spirit?

Matthew 5:3 Who Wants To Be A Beggar? Woodlawn Baptist Church February 15, 2004 “A man walked into the doctor’s office and said, “Doctor, I have this awful headache that never leaves me. Could you give me something for it?” “I will,” said the doctor, “but I want to check a few things out first. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:10-17, Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

When The Spirit Moves Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Apr 25, 2002

This sermon describes the predictable attacks of Satan when the Spirit moves in a church or a person’s life and how we should respond to those attacks.

When The Spirit Moves Acts 8:1-8 April 28, 2002 Intro: A. [illustration: From the sermon, "Spreading Power through Persecution" by John Piper, senior pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota] On January 9, 1985, a Congregational pastor in Bulgaria named Christo Kuleczef, was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Storm Comes

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Jun 2, 2007

Written after "dodging the bullet" with Hurricane Ivan while living in Louisiana in 2004.

Living in south Louisiana you know that every year for about 5-6 months we just need to sit and watch the Atlantic and the Gulf…because it is hurricane season. We may not always get hit, but the danger is always there. And when the storm comes, we need to be ready. Jesus addressed the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

When The Church Is Shaken Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 14, 2008

We are glimpsing the early church at a very turbulent and emotional time. How do they respond in such a time of crises?

The Highlands of Scotland are known for their shy and reserved temperament. Just how that became the temperament is not known. Some suggest it is the cold weather and long winters with very little daylight. The reserved nature is part of their culture and that reflects itself in every area of life, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist