Sermons on Joyful Sounds:

Rust Proofing

Contributed by Tom Owen on Jul 2, 2008

Trials into joy

Rust Proofing Well, we seem to be at the end of the Thanksgiving season and headed straight into the Christmas season. But before we leave the turkey-day spirit let’s talk about some traditions that come with this time of year. Now I’m going to ask you if you were involved in the following ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

Count It All Joy

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 29, 2008

From what basis or foundation do we respond to disasters or difficulties we might face?

Introduction In light of what we have just experienced as a community- take time- talk about- how we respond to difficulties, trials, disasters, loss, in our lives. A number of people- in congregation- experienced difficulties or loss at one level or another. Testimonies I would like to give us a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Charismatic

The Power Of Praise

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

This sermon emphasis is on developing a lifestyle of praise.

In this lesson, we will refer to praise as “thanksgiving, praise and worship.” They are not the same thing, but there is an overlap. The emphasis will be on developing a lifestyle of praise. Psalm 34:1-3 (Amplified) I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chains, Critics, Crises, And Courage

Contributed by Mark Roper on Feb 22, 2008

Only he who can say, ‘The Lord is the strength of my life’ can say, ‘Of whom shall I be afraid?’

Chains, Critics, Crises, and Courage Topic: Only he who can say, ‘The Lord is the strength of my life’ can say, ‘Of whom shall I be afraid?’ The apostle Paul was such a man. A man who was no stranger to Chains, Critics, and Crises in his life. A man who learned to be content in Christ, who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Ascension Of Christ

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 17, 2006

The sermon reminds us that our home is above everything that the eye can see.

The Ascension of Christ is the only occurrence in Christianity that can rival the resurrection in its significance. The Ascension of Christ is the culmination of the Resurrection experience. After many days of proving His sameness and genuinenes, Jesus ascended before the mortal eyes of His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Tough Path Of The New Believer

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 4, 2006

Saul was an unusual convert, to be sure. But perhaps he can serve as an example of the things the new believers go through when they come to Christ. And we can also find out how we can encourage them by reaching out like Barnabas did.

Passage: Acts 9:19-31 Intro: There are times in our lives when we undergo dramatic change. 1. moving, starting a new school, a new job. 2. many factors in these changes, but one of the most powerful is the change in relationships. 3. separate from old friends, perhaps struggle to make new ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Dare To Be A Daniel

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005

Dare to be like Daniel in Purpose; Principle; Purity; and Prayer.

SUCCESS WITHOUT COMPROMISE "DARE TO BE A DANIEL" Daniel 1:8-21; 6:1-10 I. DANIEL WAS A MAN OF PURPOSE A. DANIEL PURPOSED IN HIS HEART Daniel 1:8 Daniel resolved not to defile himself with the royal food and wine, and he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself in this ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transforming Power Of Jesus Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Sep 29, 2006

No matter what your circumstances, Jesus cares about you and has the power to transform your life in an abundant fashion if you will allow Him

Series: It Took a Miracle Transforming Power of Jesus 7/6/97a BBC John 2:1-11 Our Lord Jesus was a master teacher. His teaching methods focused around parables or stories about very common things in order to teach profound truths. How many lives have been touched by his parable of the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral - Loving Elderly Lady

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 17, 2005

Funeral for Christian lady that was loved by all.

Open and Greeting: Rev. 1 1st Hymn (after Prayer) What a friend we have in Jesus Prayer Rev. 2 Scripture Reading Rev.3 2nd Hymn Rev. 4 – How Great Thou Art Eulogy: Rev. 1 (1 Corinthians 13:1-8) This afternoon we have come together to honor Ophelia Tucker. On February 11th she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Faith & Hope

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Sep 7, 2004

In the same way that Radio waves and Telephone waves are running through the air and in order to receive them we must have a transmitter so it is in the Spiritual realm with the spoken word of faith.

Faith and Hope True Glory revealed. In Exodus, Deuteronomy and Psalms when God was delivering a message the Children of Israel had to receive it and then repeat it and in doing this they established the word or sealed the word. By speaking it out it cannot be broken but is forever in the Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blind Bartimaeus

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 18, 2006

What Blind Bartimaeus heard, is what we all nedd to hear.

1stBBC Blind Bartimaeus Mar 10:49 And Jesus stood still, and commanded him to be called. And they call the blind man, saying unto him, Be of good comfort, rise; he calleth thee. Blind and poor; possessing nothing and unable to change anything. Living only on what could be provided to him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:49

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation, Part 10 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 2, 2007

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation, Part 10 Revelation Chapter 6:9-17 Introduction Recap of 4 Horsemen Read Revelation 6:9-17 Pray I. The 5th Seal (v 9-11) The 5th seal shows us that just after the rapture and establishment of rule and power by the Antichrist (the rider on the white horse), this world will enter a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:9-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanksgiving Truths

Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007

8 things we need to know

THANKSGIVING SERMON Scripture: Psalm 100; 145 Thanksgiving Truths Introduction: Thanksgiving is the day when we pause to reflect, remember, and respect the abundant blessings that God has bestowed upon us. Millions will use this special day, which has ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:145, 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Confused By God: What To Do When God Doesn't Make Sense Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 13, 2007

When God confuses us, He asks us to trust Him.

Habakkuk’s conversation with God: • Habakkuk: “How long before You judge the sin of Judah?” God: “I am going to do something in your days that you would not believe even in you were told” (1:5). The problem: IMPATIENCE. • God: “I am raising up the Babylonians [to judge Judah]” (1:6). Habakkuk: ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Something Is About To Happen

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

A message for Advent

Something Is About To Happen Focusing Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9 1 Oh, that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains would tremble before you! 2 As when fire sets twigs ablaze and causes water to boil, come down to make your name known to your enemies and cause the nations to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37