Sermons on Joyful Sounds:

Tragedy Of The Rich Young Man

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 16, 2008

Dump all the stuff that gets in the way of your relationship with Jesus and His people.

The mysteries of life exist on the boundaries between the infinite goodness and power of God and the reality of human weakness of will and intellect. People ask God, “why did you do that to me?” when the real miracles of God involve His preventing bad things from happening to us. Take the lesson ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Catholic

Be Devoted, Practice Hospitality Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 31, 2024

When we start following Christ, we’re adopted into a big family.

One Anothers January 5, 2025 Romans 12:10-13 NIV Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13 Share with the Lord’s people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10-13, Luke 10:1-2, Luke 10:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear Not-Conquer Your Fears And Live Joyfully

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

this sermon is to encourage beleivers to overcome their fears and live joyfully as our Lord commands us not to fear

FEAR NOT - CONQUER YOUR FEARS AND LIVE JOYFULLY ******************************************************** OUTLINE 1.REWARD 2.RESPONSE 3.REASSURANCE 4.RELAXATION 5.REPROACH 6.REVELATION 7.REJOICING THE MESSAGE FEAR NOT - CONQUER YOUR FEARS AND LIVE ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love And Sacrifice, Part 2

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 24, 2003

Perhaps on Friday of this past week, you assured your valentine that you would climb high mountains to be near them; swim wide oceans to sit at their feet; cross burning deserts in the heat of day in order to sing love songs to them in the moonlight. But

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Perhaps on Friday of this past week, you assured your valentine that you would climb high mountains to be near them; swim wide oceans to sit at their feet; cross burning deserts in the heat of day in order to sing love songs to them in the moonlight. But somehow on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Remember The Three P's

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on May 19, 2003

Like a Vine giving power to its branches, Jesus gives us POWER through his Word so that we can PERSEVERE and fulfill our PURPOSE in life. Such power comes only from Jesus not from ourselves.(High School graduation)

Remember the Three P’s Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit guides our hearts and minds today is what Jesus spoke, recorded in John 15:1- 8 Dear friends who belong to Jesus and especially you, our high school graduates ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Prepared!

Contributed by Edward Frey on Nov 22, 2002

We need faith in our Savior for ourselves if we expect to be ready for his return.

Just about every house in America goes through a familiar ritual. This ritual takes place every day of the week. Some of you may be very familiar with it. I call it the "Are you ready yet?" ritual. As the time to leave the house draws near parents begin asking the question, "Are you ready yet?” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Maintaining Joy In The Midst Of Disagreement Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 12, 2004

We can maintain joy in the midst of disagreement by remembering that (1) conflict happens even in good churches,(2) conflict has consequences and (3) Sometimes you need help in resolving a conflict.

“Restoring the Joy” A Study of the Book of Philippians Lesson # 10 “Maintaining Joy in the Midst of Disagreement” Phil 4:1-4 “In the late l800s there were just two deacons in a small Baptist church in Mayfield County, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Now What? Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 23, 2005

4th in series. This sermon examines what to do after you are sure of your salvation.

QUESTIONS PEOPLE ASK Part 4: Now What? - John 10:7-10 In the past three weeks we have covered 3 related topics. First, we looked at evidence for the existence of God. 2nd, we looked at evidence showing that we are worshipping the right God. That’s important. Last week, we looked at what the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Having Peace Of Mind

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 11, 2005

We discuss how we can have true peace of mind by following 5 simple principles: none of which are found in the world.

Most people have anything but true peace of mind. That seems to be one of those things we all search for, but never really find, right? I heard an advertisement that said if you purchased their product, you could have total peace of mind, because if it didn’t work, you would get your money back. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: *other

Honest To God

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 21, 2005

Spiritual growth requires that we be honest to God with our mistakes and sins -- and to then repent!

An elderly woman walked into the local country church. A friendly usher greeted her at the door and helped her up the flight of steps. "Where would you like to sit?" he asked. "The front row please," she answered. "You really don’t want to do that," the usher said. "The pastor is really ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Crashing Down And Climbing Up

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 12, 2005

A message to the downhearted Christian

INTRODUCTION I was on a spiritual high when I was stationed in Valdosta, Georgia with the U.S Air Force. I was in a Bible believing, Bible teaching church and my relationship with Christ was at a peak. In 1998, I got out of the Air Force and moved my family back to Florida. My spiritual life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

Attitude Adjustment - The Way Of Joy Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 26, 2005

Finding joy does not involve making your circumstances better - it involves making your mind work like Jesus’ mind. Find out how and how unity works with different kinds of people.

John 17:20-21 "My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, 21 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. It was Jesus’ prayer that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Importance Of Passion

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 29, 2006

A look at why passion is important in the life of the believer.

The Importance of Passion Nehemiah 8:1-6 How many of you like to eat? It is no secret that I am one of those people, but there is one particular type of food that I love to eat. I love to eat a delicious meal that I cooked on my own. Does anyone else love to cook? When I have the time, I love ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice! Philippians 4:4-7

Contributed by David Smith on Jan 4, 2007

Father Dave’s sermon on what it means to rejoice in the Lord always.

"Rejoice in the Lord always: again I will say, Rejoice. Let your forbearance be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passes all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit!" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 27, 2007

The final sermon in a series on the seven sayings of Christ from the cross.

You are not really prepared to live unless you are prepared to die. Death is inevitable. It is an appointment, and only God knows the hour. That is why it is wonderful to be a Christian. You can have confidence in life because you are ready for death. In these verses, we learn how our Lord ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-46

Denomination: Baptist