Sermons on Pray With Joy:

Praying For Ukraine

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Mar 1, 2022

I was invited to participate in a PRAYER GATHERING FOR UKRAINE on 2/27/22. People from various Slavic East European countries as well as others gathered for prayer. This was a very significant time to address the war in the heavenlies regarding Ukraine.

UKRAINE - a wake up call to the world WAR IS HELL - War may not actually be Hell, but it sure looks and feels like Hell to those who are going through it. War is hellish, deadly and destructive with much pain and suffering. In war no one really wins. Everyone pays a very high price. The carnage, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Matthew 16:23, 2 Corinthians 10:4, James 5:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting & Praying Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Waiting on God and praying in faith are powerful actions that require strength and trust in God. They can bring about change in our circumstances and amplify the impact of our faith.

Today, we're going to focus on the last book of James. James, who was Jesus' half-brother and a pastor, wrote this letter to give some real-life advice to his church that was going through some tough times. We're going to talk about why waiting on God and praying with faith is so important. Imagine ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-18

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Divine Timing, Faith, Persistence

Praying The Beatitudes Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 27, 2023

To conclude this study of the Beatitudes, the text in Matthew 5:3-10 is used as a TEMPLATE for prayer. Praying Scripture is a powerful way to apply truths to our own lives and reinforce our understanding of the passage.

PRAYING SCRIPTURE To complete our study of the Beatitudes, we will now use this portion of Scripture as a template for prayer. Learning to pray Scripture will strengthen your prayer life significantly. Some of you may have already learned to use the Lord’s Prayer in this way. That is the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, John 15:5, Micah 6:8, Romans 5:1-5, Romans 8:29, Romans 12:2, Psalm 121:1-4, Philippians 3:1-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Waiting & Praying Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the power of prayer and waiting on God, as discussed in the book of James, and reflects on the lessons learned from previous weeks about testing, persevering, listening, and doing.

Well friends, we’ve made it to the final lap. It’s been an encouraging and inspiring series through the book of James. We’ve learned a lot from him, the half brother of Jesus and pastor of the church in Jerusalem. And there’s been a lot to learn; Each week we tackled 2 big ideas. Week 1 was testing ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-18

Topics: Faith & Works, Power Of Prayer, Waiting On God

Sermon Series: James: Faith And Works

Pray Privately Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 3, 2024

Talking about praying privately today- Matthew 6:5-6 (Material adapted from Bob Hostetler's book called "Red Letter Prayer Life", chapter 2 "Pray Privately") Given for Sunday School class

HoHum: My Uncle Galen taught me how to tie my shoes. Many before him attempted to help me but they did it backwards to the way I did it. When my Uncle Galen showed me it was the right way, left handed people do it the right way because they are in their right mind. Whether it’s losing weight, or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-6, Luke 11:1, Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pray Gratefully Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 30, 2024

The Gospels record several places where Jesus gave thanks (from Bob Hostetler's book, Red Letter Prayer Life, chapter on the same title)

HoHum: There is an insurance commercial where an internet influencer says into her phone: “Hey, fam. I am at this beautiful lake that I just discovered. Practicing gratitude, manifesting abundance” WBTU: Laugh at that every time but it is true that practicing gratitude does make a difference ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44, Matthew 11:25-26, Luke 24:28-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying With Understanding Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

Praying with understanding is essential for effective communication with God. It enables us to align our hearts and minds with His will, ensuring that our prayers are purposeful and transformative.

PRAYING WITH UNDERSTANDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 14:15 "What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also: I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also." Supporting Texts: Psalm 47:7, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:15, Psalm 47:7, Colossians 4:2, Ephesians 6:18, 1 John 5:14-15, Proverbs 3:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025

Praying in the Spirit is a gift and privilege available to all believers. It strengthens our faith, builds intimacy with God, and equips us for spiritual warfare.

PRAYING IN THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jude 1:20 "But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit." Supporting Texts: Romans 8:26-27, 1 Corinthians 14:14-15, Ephesians 6:18, Acts 2:4 INTRODUCTION: Praying in the Spirit is a ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20, Romans 8:26-27, 1 Corinthians 14:14-15, Ephesians 6:18, Acts 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Watch And Pray PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

Emphasize the importance of vigilance and prayer in resisting temptation and overcoming life's trials.

Good morning, folks! We gather here today in the presence of our Lord to talk about something that is essential to our Christian walk - the need to watch and pray. As we navigate through the ups and downs of life, it's crucial that we keep our eyes wide open and our knees bent in prayer. We're ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:41

Topics: Watch, Pray, Wait

A Commitment To Joy Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 13, 2001

How can we have true joy?

"Once . . . we were met by a slave girl who had a spirit by which she predicted the future . . . . this girl followed Paul and the rest of us, shouting, "These men are servants of the Most High God, who are telling you the way to be saved." . . . Finally Paul became so troubled that he turned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Unspeakable

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 27, 2002

Explore the theme of the "JOY" in the book of Philippians.

Scripture correlates joy with spiritual strength. This relationship is evident in Paul’s epistle to the Philippians. Paul, while facing adversity and imprisonment, maintained a robust faith in God. The strength of Paul’s faith is evidenced by his joy and rejoicing, and his commands to rejoice. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1

Denomination: Church Of God

The Joy Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 10 in a series on Philippians, focusing on contentment in Christ

The Joy of Contentment I. Introduction A. Learning Contentment 1. Russian couple lived in a very small hut with their two children. a) The husband’s parents lost their home and moved in with the couple. b) The conditions were crowded and unbearable. c) She went to the village wise man to seek ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Easter

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Apr 24, 2017

Easter is the most fantastic time of the year, a time to be positive and time of joy. Christ is risen from the dead, death has lost its sting.

The Joy of Easter Easter is a celebration of Christ’s victory over death and our hope for eternal life - surely if ever there was anything this gives us hope it is this - the Resurrection. Easter day for me is the most positive day in the year, a day of Joy and Sunshine, a day of happiness and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-15

Happiness Or Joy

Contributed by Peter Sapp on Aug 8, 2013

God is not concerned with His children's happiness. He is concerned with their joy. Happiness is fleeting, joy is eternal.

John 15:9-17 Bubba walked into a doctor's office and the receptionist asked him what he had. Bubba said, "Shingles."  So she wrote down his name, address, medical insurance number and told him to have a seat.  Fifteen minutes later a nurse's aide came out and asked Bubba what he had. Bubba said, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing Joy

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on May 29, 2003

Jesus explains how to have real joy.

John 15:1-11 Experiencing Joy INTRODUCTION On the night He was betrayed and arrested, Jesus went over His coming arrest one last time with the disciples. He had been teaching them and leading them to this point throughout His ministry, but they had failed to get the point. So now, before it ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist