Sermons on Joyful Anticipation:

The Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 7, 2008

2007 Thanksgiving Sermon

Holidays get interesting don’t they? They bring out the best in people and they also, unfortunately, bring out the worst in people. I’ll have you determine which is true in the following story. The day before Thanksgiving an elderly man in Phoenix called his son in New York and said to him, "I hate ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 136:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Worship

Contributed by Bill Naugle on Jan 16, 2007

“The hour is come and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father is looking for such to worship Him. God is Spirit; and they that worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth.” John 4:23-24

Biblical Worship “The hour is come and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father is looking for such to worship Him. God is Spirit; and they that worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth.” John 4:23-24 1. The time is now - ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

God’s Will For You

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 6, 2010

It is God’s will that all those who are in Christ Jesus should express constant joy, constant prayer, and constant thanksgiving.

God’s Will For You 10/21/07 PM Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 “Rejoice, pray, and give thanks” sound like ordinary and desirable activities to expect a Christian to engage in; but when you add the adverbs, you have a real challenge: “Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Picture Of God's People, Part 2

Contributed by Chris Beam on Dec 7, 2015

Revelation 7:9-17

A PICTURE OF GOD’S PEOPLE, PART 2 Revelation 7:9-17 THE GREAT MULTITUDE (Vv. 9-12) Last week we left off with John hearing the 144,000 from the tribes of Israel being numbered. And so, having heard this, he looks up and expects to see 144,000 people. But instead, he sees something ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 30, 2014

7 Notes - The Perfect Scale The Note of: PRAISE v.4-8, WONDER v.1, VICTORY v.1. MERCY v.2, FAITHFULNESS v.3, GRACE v.3, HOPE v.9

- "The Hinge of History" - Ps 98 echoes Ps 96 - Psalm 98 is a sort of Coronation Hymn - Proclaiming the conquering Messiah - Praise can never be exhausted. - The more we ponder the feats of our Lord - The more we are moved to uplift & adore Him Luke 2:10–11 (AV) 10 And the angel said unto ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Abundant Peace

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Sep 12, 2015

True peace and contentment is possible in our lives. Paul gives us 2 simple steps in finding the peace goes beyond our comprehension and it's only through our faith in Jesus Christ.

Abundant Peace Philippians 4:4-8 “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, Matthew 6:26-34, Matthew 6:26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Sower: The Flower Approach To Life Well Lived

Contributed by Dustin Bumgarner on Aug 13, 2014

Jesus told the Parable about the Sower (or Farmer, as I've written throughout). This sermon displays a unique approach to that parable, along with a special acronym of FLOWER. We must use the FLOWER method in our everyday walk with God.

Intro: How many people here have gone to the local Farmer’s Market to get you some fresh produce? Imagine taking a bite out of a sweet, juicy watermelon. In order to bring that fresh watermelon to you, the farmer or grower would have to do some digging (pun intended) to find out the perfect ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-8, Matthew 13:19-23

Denomination: Christian Church

Pleasing Our King With Our Giving Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2014

We will look at our giving as worship to God and what it shows about our love and faith towards others.

I. Introduction Today we are continuing our series on pleasing our King in our worship of Him as His spiritual priesthood. We will continue to build on the foundation that we have laid on the authority of our King and the spiritual nature of our worship as priests to God. Today we will be looking ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus, John, And Joy: Listening To The Right Prophet

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Dec 22, 2019

Sermon for Advent 3, year C. John the Baptist sent his disciples to Jesus wanting to know why Jesus allowed him to remain in jail. Jesus quoted the prophet Isaiah back to him, and said, "rejoice."

Preparing for 2020 John, Jesus, and Joy: Listening to the right prophet. I do not wear pink very often (unless I lose a bet, like today…). But, there is one service in the church year where the priest can wear pink vestments. Rose Sunday, or the Sunday of Joy… Today. I didn’t want to wear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-12, Isaiah 11:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

The Precious.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 3, 2021

God’s promises weighed on the balance scales In your mind’s eye, please see a set of balance scales. Balance scales are the type we see the blind lady of justice holding, where a heavier weight tilts in that direction but even weight balances out perfectly.

The Precious. Jeremiah 15:19 The prophet Jeremiah faced rebuke, mockery and loneliness and stood transparent before God and lifted his state of depression to the Lord. God’s promises weighed on the balance scales In your mind’s eye, please see a set of balance scales. Balance scales are the type ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:19, 2 Chronicles 7:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas Brings Joy Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 15, 2019

From a series called Christmas brings... There is a Joy felt by believers as we look to Christmas and the celebration of our Savior birth.

Christmas brings…Joy Introduction- “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.” “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:12-13, Hebrews 12:2-3, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Nazarene

A Homily For Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 17, 2020

The Jews ask at Passover: :what is the most important day of they year? How does the Christian answer this?

A Homily for Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service “And this shall be a sign unto you; you shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.” (Luke 2:12) We have now come to the evening we celebrate the greatest gift ever given. We remember on this holy evening the birth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:12, John 6:35-54

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Called To Give Praise: An Exposition Of Psalm 148

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 30, 2020

There is more to giving praise than praising

Called to Give Praise: An Exposition of Psalm 148 The 148th Psalm belongs to a subsection of 5 psalms in the Psalter. The Book of Psalms was basically their hymnbook. Like our hymnals, groups of like songs are put together in the same section, even though they were written by different authors at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 148:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Living Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 1, 2024

Based on Romans 12:1-2 - Challenges hearers to consider what it means to be a "living sacrifice."

“A LIVING SACRIFICE” Romans 12:1-2 FBCF – 9/29/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – The Lord’s Supper today – Beautiful picture of the sacrifice that Jesus made on the cross for our salvation. Ongoing reminder of that perfect sacrifice. Christian life is a life of sacrifice. - The foundation of the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

More Joy Series

Contributed by Kirby Lloyd on Jul 27, 2020

As humans we are constantly focused on Joy or our lack of it

Robert Dean in the Homan Illustrated Bible Dictionary defines joy as A State of delight and well being that results from knowing and serving God. A number of Greek and Hebrew words are used to convey the ideas of joy and rejoicing. We have the same situation in English with such nearly synonymous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ