Sermons on maximize joy:

Joy No Matter What Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Nov 25, 2008

Sermon #1 in a 4 sermon series on Philippians. This message from chapter 1 deals with the joy we can have "no matter what".

JOY No Matter What CHCC: November 2, 2008 Philippians 1 INTRODUCTION: This week we’re starting a new series in our sermons and Pueblo groups. I’m pretty enthused about it --- because we’re going to study a book of the Bible that is often called the LETTER OF JOY. Paul uses the word JOY 20 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Joy Full? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 19, 2008

The joy of Christmas and the rest of the year is discovered in Jesus. He is the only source that can produce lasting joy in our lives. Joy is a choice and it centers on our willingness to choose to surrender ourselves to Jesus or not.

Are You Joy full? Opening Illustration: How to be joyful at work and make your co-workers wonder: 1. Page yourself over the intercom but don’t disguise your voice. 2. Find out where your boss shops and buy exactly the same outfits. Then where the outfits the day after they do. 3. Send an e-mail ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Being Saved

Contributed by W. Alderman on Dec 27, 2008

This is a message that identifies who the saved really are and how they may experience joy by being saved.

“THE JOY OF BEING SAVED” Text: Philippians 3:1-3 W. Max Alderman 1 ¶ Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe. 2 Beware of dogs, beware of evil workers, beware of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing The Joy Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 13, 2009

Forgiveness brings freedom and joy!

Experiencing the Joy of Forgiveness In his book, The Preaching Event, John Claypool tells a poignant story about identical twin brothers who never married because they enjoyed each other’s company so much. When their father died, they took over his store and ran it together in a joyful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:6-8

Denomination: Methodist

Count It All Joy Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jul 9, 2008

A saint is a witness to the goodness of God.In our life, in our patience in suffering sickness, poverty, abuse, discrimination, or mistreatment can be our witness for the glory of God. We can show what the Spirit of Christ is like, a sort of incarnation,

EASTER III I Peter 2:19?25 John 10:1?10 PSALM 23 "Count it all joy to follow in His steps." I Peter 2:19?25 For this is a gracious thing, when, mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly. For what credit is it if, when you sin and are beaten for it, you endure? But if when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-25

Denomination: Anglican

The Source Of True Joy Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Jul 17, 2008

"Book sermon" introducing The Letter to the Philippians and the study, "The Source of True Joy".

Title: The Source of Our Joy Series: The Joy of the Christian Life (Sermon # 1) Philippians Book Sermon Date Preached: July 20, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 (All Rights Reserved) Introduction A. What is it that gives you joy? Think about that for a minute. What is it for ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy In Christian Community Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Jul 25, 2008

An examination of the joy that comes from belonging to the Christian community, as described in Phil 1:1-11.

Title: Joy In Christian Community Series: The Joy of the Christian Life (Sermon # 2) Text: Phil 1:1-11 Date Preached: July 27, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 (All Rights Reserved) Introduction A. Open your Bibles to Philippians, in the New Testament. We’ll be looking at the first eleven ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Celebration/Worship Series

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 9, 2008

Nehemiah went back to Jerusalem to rebuild the City for GOD, what are we building. Worship must be joyful.

The Joy of Celebration (outline) The Berlin Wall: The city of Berlin, Germany will be forever famous for its infamous Wall. When the wall was still in existence, you could walk up and down in front of the wall and see shrines dedicated to those that were killed trying to escape from the oppression ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Anger And Joy Of God

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 7, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides and Cell Study Notes freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Is God judging America - and how should we live?...

The Anger and Joy of God Psalm 37:1-6 This morning I want to speak with you from the Word of God on something rather unusual - The Anger and Joy of God. I dare say that as I have prepared for this morning, I have come to realize that God is angry, and we tend to misunderstand how angry He really ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-6

Denomination: *other

Complete My Joy Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on May 20, 2009

Philippians 2:1-8. Paul encourages unity, love, and humility in the body of Christ; while Christ himself exemplifies these qualities.

AGAIN I SAY REJOICE COMPLETE MY JOY PHILIPPIANS 2:1-8 INTRODUCTION - After a bit of time away from the book of Philippians for various reasons; Easter, Mother’s Day, and Small Group preparation; we return to the letter that Paul wrote to the church in Philippi. Turn to Philippians chapter ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8

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 Joy Of Being A Christian

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 1, 2008

Our text shows why being a Christian brings joy into our lives. 1- We’re called 2- We’re loved 3- We’re kept

INTRO.- ILL.- After twenty years of shaving himself every morning, a man in a small Southern town decided he had enough. He told his wife that he intended to let the local barber shave him each day. So he went to the barber shop which was owned by the pastor of the town Baptist Church. The ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love, Joy, Peace Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 8, 2008

The fruits of the Spirit are important in the life of a believer.

GETTING FRUIT FROM GOD’S GARDEN SERIES: LOVE, JOY, PEACE May 4, 2008 FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Gal. 5.19-24 A ILLUSTRATION B In Romans 8, Paul dwells on the work of the Holy Spirit in the life a believer. 1 He describes in great detail what the Holy Spirit does in, for, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of God's Promises

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Dec 2, 2006

JOY The happy state that results from knowing and serving God. A number of Greek and Hebrew words are used in the Bible to convey the ideas of joy and rejoicing. We have the same situation in English with such nearly synonymous words as joy, happiness, pl

The Joy of God’s Promises JOY The happy state that results from knowing and serving God. A number of Greek and Hebrew words are used in the Bible to convey the ideas of joy and rejoicing. We have the same situation in English with such nearly synonymous words as joy, happiness, pleasure, delight, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Out Of Shame...joy Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Dec 4, 2006

Out of the cultural shame surrounding Mary’s pregnancy, God brought Great Joy to ALL PEOPLE. He will also take my shame and bring joy.

This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be with child through the Holy Spirit. Because Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan