Sermons on Maximize Joy:

Joy And Peace.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 19, 2025

Rejoicing in the peace of God and the God of peace.

JOY AND PEACE. Philippians 4:4-9. In Philippians 4:4, “Rejoice” is in the plural, meaning: ‘Rejoice, you all!’ There is fellowship in rejoicing together (cf. Romans 12:15). ‘Joy’ is one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23): it is ours from the very first day that we put our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Epistle Of Joy

Contributed by Don Campbell on Sep 27, 2025

This is a six-part sermon series on Paul's letter to the Philippians.

A SIX-PART SERMON SERIES ON PAUL’S EPISTLE TO THE PHILIPPIANS #1: THE GOD WHO CLOSES AND OPENS DOORS INTRODUCTION A. Paul wrote four epistles from prison: Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. B. In this lesson, we will explore Paul’s second missionary journey that led him to Philippi. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-12, Philippians 1:3-6, Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Obedience

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 28, 2025

The Bible has much to say about obedience. In fact, obedience is an essential part of the Christian faith. Jesus Himself was “obedient unto death, even death on a cross”

The Joy Of Obedience The Bible has much to say about obedience. In fact, obedience is an essential part of the Christian faith. Jesus Himself was “obedient unto death, even death on a cross” (Philippians 2:8). For Christians, the act of taking up our cross and following Christ (Matthew 16:24) ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Filled With Joy Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Oct 18, 2025

I was wondering; what gets you in a joyful spirit? There is a difference between “Happiness” and “Joy.”

“Filled With Joy” Acts:13:47-52 I was wondering; what gets you in a joyful spirit? There is a difference between “Happiness” and “Joy.” Happiness is often based with an activity or an outcome. Joy can be from an event but is also a deeper contentment, given by God, even in the middle of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:47-52

Denomination: Baptist

Shout For Joy

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 8, 2026

Ezra 2

SHOUT FOR JOY (EZRA 3) I have an educator friend J living in one of the big Chinese cities where the pandemic restrictions were very harsh. He said, “It was crazy being in lockdown for a month, not being able to go outside.” At the slightest relaxing of restrictions, he and his wife were the first ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Repentance To Joy

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 26, 2026

Using Psalm 51 to lead us to Communion

Repentance to Joy Psalm 51 – Communion March 1, 2026 NOTE: For this worship, we moved communion to early in our worship, as opposed to being the final part of our worship. As a result, I start by letting them know what we're doing as I move into the message. As you can see we’re doing ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Sharing SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Sharing keeps our focus on God, our true Provider. It transforms us into channels of His blessings.

Today, we will be discussing the topic of giving to God. The Bible passage we will be looking at is 2 Corinthians 9:6-15. Giving does not come naturally to most of us, as we often prefer to be on the receiving end. However, Jesus did say that it is more blessed to give than to receive. This means ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Topics: Joy, Sharing

The Joy Of Gratitude SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Many individuals are experiencing hardship because they failed to give all the glory to God, or they did not consider it important to thank God for every blessing they received.

Gratitude is a spiritual force that empowers you to reach higher levels in life. Without gratitude, it is difficult to experience positive change. In the story of Jesus healing ten lepers, only one returned to express gratitude. This act caught Jesus' attention, highlighting the importance of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Topics: Gratitude, Blessings

The Joy Of Giving SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

As Christians, giving is not just an act, it's a lifestyle that brings us joy and fulfillment.

The Joy of Giving The question of giving is not a matter of choice for Christians; it is a fundamental principle that guides our lives. We are called to give because God has set the example for us through His generous nature. John 3:16 reminds us that God loved the world so much that He gave His ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Topics: Joy, Giving

The Joy Of Generosity SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

This sermon explores the joy and benefits that come from being generous within the Kingdom of God.

Today, I want to share a message that I believe the Lord has placed on my heart. It's about the benefits of giving in the Kingdom of God. We all could use a financial miracle, and this message will show us how giving can lead to that. Our church has been experiencing great things, such as changed ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7

Topics: Generosity, Kingdom Of God

The Joy Of Service PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Encourage us to find joy in serving others willingly with the unique spiritual gifts God has given us, as this glorifies God and blesses others.

Good morning, family! I'm so excited to share God’s word with you today from 1 Peter 4:10. "Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms." This verse speaks directly to us about the joy of serving willingly, using ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Topics: Volunteerism

The Joy Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

Explores the joy of Mary, magnification of Jesus, and the salvation message in Christ's birth, emphasizing hope and transformation through understanding God's Word.

Greetings, beloved family of God, and welcome to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as mere individuals, but as a collective body of Christ. We are here, united in purpose and spirit, to celebrate, cherish and comprehend the divine words of our Lord. Today, we stand on the precipice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56, Psalm 98:1-3

Topics: Joy, Messiah

Walking In Joy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

Explores the importance of cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives and living a life led by the Spirit.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to see all of you here today, gathered in His name, ready to receive His Word and His wisdom. We're gathered here, not merely as individuals, but as a community, a family, united by our faith in Jesus Christ, our Savior. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Topics: Fruit, Spirit

The Joy Of The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 23, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring, fulfilling joy found in God, distinguishing it from worldly pleasures, and how to maintain it during trials.

Welcome, dear friends, to another beautiful day that the Lord has made. A day to gather, to listen, to learn, and to lean into the love of our Heavenly Father. As we gather here today, we are united by one common purpose – to know our God more, to understand His word, and to find joy in His ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Topics: Christian's Joy, Lord

The Joy Of Hope PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023

Explores the hope and joy found in Christ, and how we can harness this hope in our lives.

Good morning, beloved. It is a joy to be in the house of the Lord today, where we gather as one family under His banner of love. We are here today to share in the Word of God, to draw from its well of wisdom, and to be nourished by its life-giving truths. We turn our hearts today to the prophetic ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

Topics: Joy, Hope, Christ