Sermons on Maximize Joy:

Looking Away To Jesus

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 23, 2019

Jesus as the author and finisher of faith.

LOOKING AWAY TO JESUS. Hebrews 12:1-3. Throughout Hebrews 11, the reader has been privileged to watch a review of the race run by the great heroes of the Old Testament faith. The “therefore” at the beginning of Hebrews 12 is an emphatic particle connecting New Testament believers to the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel And The Court Of Herod Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 17, 2016

Nothing is right until we meet and allow ourselves to be transformed by the Lord Jesus Christ.

Thursday of the 24th Week in Course 2016 Joy of the Gospel Most of us have forgotten the scariest moment of our lives. It was about the age of two. Up to then everybody was so attentive to the little one’s needs that each of us, to the extent that we were thinking at all, had a fundamental ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:7-9

Denomination: Catholic

'the Big Announcement"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 19, 2015

How beautiful the gospel bringers announcement to the world.

The Big Announcement Isaiah 52:7-10 1. Consider the Feet of the Gospel Bringer How Beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news. • There Beauty is not found in literal feet, but in the message and what they have to say • The Text is A ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7-10

Denomination: Methodist

Discerning A Turning Point In History Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 13, 2014

Christians must discern whether changes in the culture are actually movements of the Spirit, or not.

Thursday of the 3rd Week in Advent 2014 Joy of the Gospel Yesterday we began the second phase of our Advent preparation. We ceased calling on Christ to return in glory, and we began our proximate preparation for the commemoration of the humble birth of the righteous branch who grew up to reign as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Catholic

Gestation And Return

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 15, 2018

Jesus is present in our liturgical celebrations, in the Eucharistic species, in our reading of the Scriptures, in our prayer for each other.

Third Sunday After Easter 2018 Extraordinary Form I have never had, nor will I ever have, the challenge and privilege of giving birth to a child. I have, however, helped my wife during labor three times, and been close by at many births of grandchildren, so I can confirm as well as any man what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-19, John 16:16-22

Denomination: Catholic

The Triumph Of Grace

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018

This message is to encourage the headers to render praise to God for His grace.

I. "THE LORD HATH TAKEN AWAY THY JUDGMENTS, HE HATH CAST OUT THINE ENEMY; THE KING OF ISRAEL EVEN THE LORD, IS IN THE MIDST OF THEE; THOU SHALT NOT SEE EVIL ANY MORE" A. Here we have another gracious manifestation of God's affection toward His people: 1. He exposes the wickedness of the apostate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-9, Zephaniah 3:1-4, Revelation 3:1, John 5:24, Romans 8:1-3, James 2:13, Luke 23:42-44, John 4:1-41, John 8:1-11, Psalm 107:15, 1 Peter 2:9, Mark 3:22, Acts 26:18, John 8:36, Ephesians 3:17, 1 John 4:4, Psalm 46:5, Matthew 28:20, Hebrews 13:8, Acts 4:12, Luke 15:7, Hebrews 12:2, Zephaniah 3:15, Matthew 9:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Wind Of God's Mercy (1) Series

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 15, 2022

God's grace has wings and fly wherever the wind of divine mercy blows. When the wind of mercy blows into the life of a man, favour is deposited at no cost.

TEXT: 2 Samuel 2:4, 9:1 "(Saul’s son Jonathan had a son named Mephibosheth, who was crippled as a child. He was five years old when the report came from Jezreel that Saul and Jonathan had been killed in battle. When the child’s nurse heard the news, she picked him up and fled. But as she ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 9:1-13, Romans 9:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Way I Take

Contributed by Craig Benner on Feb 13, 2021

God knows and God cares. He is not confused. You can trust Him.

My God knows the way that I take Job 23:8-10 8 ¶ Behold, I go forward, but he is not there; and backward, but I cannot perceive him: 9 On the left hand, where he doth work, but I cannot behold him: he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see him: 10 But he knoweth the way that I ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:6-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Face To Face Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Aug 1, 2021

Be careful of the “Just Us Club!” Be careful of any ministry that is designed for “Just Us.” We must welcome the Christian stranger, not welcome weird doctrine but believers with genuine hospitality!

“I had much to write to you, but I would rather not write with pen & ink. I hope to see you soon so we will talk face to face.” V3 – Walking in Truth (The Beloved Gaius - indeed you are walking in the truth) I want to talk to you Face to Face to tell you about my prayer that all is well with ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Your Spiritual Health Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 18, 2021

This series identifies areas in your life that need to be balanced. This is the 4th sermon in the series, Balanced Living.

Series: Balanced Living [#4] YOUR SPIRITUAL HEALTH 1 Timothy 4:7-8 Introduction: As we continue our series on “Balanced Living”, we are going to look at our spiritual health. 1 Timothy 4:7-8 The Bible says that in order to be spiritually fit, we need to exercise ourselves spiritually. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Elim Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 28, 2023

God leads his people according to his design and tests the hearts of the people to know their commitment during the times of tribulations and sufferings. There is a great light to those who walk on the land of darkness.

Text: Exodus 15:27 Theme: Elim INTRODUCTION to ELIM Elim was the next stage for Marah. ‘Elim’ means ‘large trees.’ According to Exodus 15:23, 16:1, and Numbers 33:9-11, Elim is described as being between Marah and the Wilderness of Sin, near the eastern shore of the Red Sea. It was possibly ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:27

Denomination: Methodist

Season Of Manifestation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 22, 2025

A season of manifestation is when God’s promises, purposes, and plans for your life are revealed and fulfilled. It is a time of divine alignment, breakthroughs, and the release of long-awaited blessings.

Title: SEASON OF MANIFESTATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:19 "For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God." Supporting Texts: Habakkuk 2:3, Isaiah 60:1-2, Galatians 6:9, 1 Peter 5:10, Ecclesiastes 3:1 INTRODUCTION: A season of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:19, Habakkuk 2:3, Isaiah 60:1-2, Galatians 6:9, 1 Peter 5:10, Ecclesiastes 3:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revelation 19:1-5 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025

Revelation 19:1-5

Revelation 19:1-5 In the last section we saw the end of what scripture calls “the great war” which is to be a war against Babylon. Babylon consists of all those under the power of Satan, the Beast and the Anti-Christ. These people that follow them will be people in our family and people who are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-5

Denomination: Bible Church

Be Alert (1 Thessalonians 5)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 30, 2024

What is the biggest message in prophecy? Is it prediction addiction, figuring out times and dates and personalities? Is it to simply be alert? Let's find out in 1 Thessalonians 5.

A church that is a joy to be around is still far from perfect. We all fail in some things. There is always room to grow in Christ. When it comes to prophecy, should we get caught up in conspiracy theories and setting dates? Should we rather always be alert and awake? Let’s find out in 1 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep: A Message Of Redemption And Restoration

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 9, 2023

This timeless story carries a message of hope, redemption, and restoration that is relevant to each one of us, whether we are saved, backslidden, or seeking a deeper connection with God. Let us embark on a journey of inspiration and exhortation, as we look to this profound parable.

Point 1: The Shepherd's Love and Care In Matthew 18:10, Jesus begins by emphasizing the preciousness of each individual soul. Our Heavenly Father cares deeply for every person, regardless of their current spiritual state. Just as a shepherd would leave the ninety-nine sheep to search for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Pentecostal