Sermons on Overwhelming Joy:

Two Ways To Be Joyful Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 27, 2016

Christian Living

Series: Be Week: 2 Passage: Various Title: Two Ways to Be Joyful Focus: Christian Living Introduction: The definition of “be” points to three basic factors: (1) identity, (2) quality and (3) condition of a person or thing. We push the “be” or “don’t be” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Think Myself Happy

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Apr 5, 2016

No matter what goes on in my life, I will contend for happiness. Therefore in the midst of the most difficult circumstance, whatever I am faced it, may be uncomfortable but it does not shake my joy. Whenever I feel the adversary trying to steal my joy, I must find and Content for my Happiness.

TITLE: I THINK MYSELF HAPPY SCRIPTURE: ACTS 26:1-3 Happiness is a state of Mind. It differs greatly from Joy. We as believers understand Joy comes from God and God alone. Joy is the state not predicated upon your Circumstance. Man cannot give you Joy and man cannot take it away. No matter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Comes In The Morning! Or You Can’t Keep A God Man Down!

Contributed by Matthew Blau on Apr 11, 2017

Easter Sunday! proof that God is still working in the midst of our Sorrow and pain!

Joy Comes in the Morning! or You Can’t Keep a God Man Down! The bad guys had won! They used lies, disseat and they even allied themselves with the enemy! The oppressors, the hated Roman empire to murder Jesus in the most cruel, painful and public way possible. The man they called Friend, leader, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1

Denomination: Methodist

Something Has To Give Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

A book sermon to introduce a series through Philippians - looking at it from the perspective of our stewardship. Genuine joy involves a personal decision to have godly priorities.

It had been a hard winter in the Appalachian area. The snow had piled up deeper and deeper, the mercury dropped, rivers froze, people suffered. The Red Cross was using helicopters to fly in supplies to residents. One crew had been working day after day--long hours. They were on their way home late ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Pigs Fly Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Nov 27, 2018

We take a look at Jesus and His encounter with the demonic called Legion. Through this encounter maybe we can find out what Jesus wants with us and how sometimes finding freedom can make us uncomfortable. We also can find that we need a relationship with Jesus in order to change

In today’s Scripture we find Jesus in the country of Gerasenes, where He encounters a man possessed by many demons. I think this guy would have probably been a frightening site, he ran around the tombs naked and cut himself with stones, we are told that when they tried to chain or shackle him he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prepare His Kingdom Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 14, 2018

To "Prepare His Kingdom" John the Baptist inquiries about Jesus' Kingship through 1) The Request (Matthew 11:2-3), 2) The Reply (Matthew 11:4-6), and 3) The Recognition (Matthew 11:7-11)

Matthew 11:2-11 [2] Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples [3]and said to him, "Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?" [4] And Jesus answered them, "Go and tell John what you hear and see: [5] the blind ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Other

Joyful Trials Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

1st in a series on James dealing with our response to trials.

“Joyful Trials” Introduction Before we examine one of the magnificent “trees” (passage) in this forest (letter), I will first provide a brief overview of the “forest”. Our task in Bible study is to first understand what God intended to communicate to the original readers. How did they understand ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Benefit Of Endurance Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

2nd in sermon series on James dealing with the benefit of enduring trials.

“The Benefit of Endurance” Review Last week we began our journey through James. The letter was written to Jewish Christians who he warmly addressed as “brothers” multiple times. They had been scattered throughout the Roman empire and were suffering persecution both from their own kind and from the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Rejoice In The Lord Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 2, 2018

Message 25 from Philippians. This is the second message exploring Paul's admonition to rejoice in the Lord.

“Rejoice in the Lord” Part two I have found practicing last week’s message an actual source of joy. Throughout the day, I have declared, “I choose joy.” I look forward to completing this important topic. Paul specified some specific joy related actions throughout chapter four. • Stand firm in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Seven Privileges Of The Believer

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jul 26, 2017

Philippians 4

SEVEN PRIVILEGES OF THE BELIEVER (Philippians 4.) It is the Privilege of the Believer in Jesus Christ to have CONSTANT JOY, to REJOICE ALWAYS. v.4. II. Undisturbed Freedom from Care. v.6. How to realize this: "But in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Because Of The Extraordinary Act Of God

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jul 27, 2017

Every child of God enjoyed the extraordinary blessing from His Father. So, he could also accomplish at least three extraordinary things.

“Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls” (1 Peter 1:8-9, NIV). It is an ordinary thing for a man to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A People Pleaser Or God Pleaser?

Contributed by Lola Olanrewaju on Sep 2, 2017

Everyone loves to be loved by others! We often go to great lengths to please people so they will like us. There are Christians who attempt to please people and eventually got it all wrong.

  Paul said in (Gal.1:10) "Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ” Everyone loves to be loved by others! We often go to great lengths to please people so they will like us. There ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rejoice! (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 12, 2019

In Philippians 2, Paul encourages beleivers to expereince joy through solidarity, selflessness, and shining the light of Christ.

Rejoice! Choosing Joy in the Midst of our Mess (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/11/2015 Have you ever wondered why some people seem to experience deep and authentic joy in their daily lives—even in the toughest times—while others can’t seem to find it no matter how hard ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Finding Peace Through Prayer Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Nov 14, 2019

The people in Philippi didn’t have weapons, they couldn’t vote, and they had little money. Some were citizens of Rome; others were slaves with no rights. How were they supposed to have peace when they seemed so powerless? They prayed!

Philippians – Complete Joy Finding Peace Through Prayer November 17, 2019 Philippians 4:6-7 NIV “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Revelation 4:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Find Joy In The Journey Through The Promises Of God - Sermon 13 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 8, 2019

God has given us promises in the Bible, there are between 5,467-8,810 depending on scholars, which when embraced and put into action help us to participate in the divine nature of God.

Movie illustration: The Greatest Promise: John 3:16 Series: Find Joy in the Journey in 2019 Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers. We must put ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational