Sermons on Promise Of Joy:

Lord Jesus, Receive My Spirit

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 11, 2013

“And as they were stoning Stephen, he called out, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit’” Acts 7:59.

Lord Jesus, receive my spirit Text: Is. 9:2-7; Titus 2:11-14; Acts 7:54-60 Today is Saint Stephens’s Day when we remember the first martyr of the Christian Church. His death in the service of Christ, taking place a day after Christmas, reminds us of the cost involved in discipleship. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Psalm 118: A Palm Sunday Preview

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 20, 2016

Get Pumped for Your Salvation!

Last Sunday in his children’s devotion, Mr. Donovan talked about movie previews. He pointed out how previews package up the highlights of an upcoming movie to get you excited about seeing that film. But once you’ve seen a preview a few times, the novelty wears off doesn’t it? When ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:19-29

Denomination: Lutheran

God Alone

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Leslie Verghese on Sep 5, 2018

God Alone

In life’s most threatening times, you will be at peace if God alone is your salvation and refuge. - The main theme of the psalm is the right and wrong objects of faith. • If we trust in God, we’re secure. • If we trust in men or in things, we’re depending on that which is lighter than breath ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking Back And See What God Has Done For You!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 17, 2019

Sometimes we need to see what God has done for us in the past. How He has helped us face the mountains of our lives. The victory He has given us time after time.

LOOKING BACK AND SEE WHAT GOD HAS DONE FOR YOU! Sometimes we need to see what God has done for us in the past. How He has helped us face the mountains of our lives. The victory He has given us time after time. There are times when we as Christians need to stop along life's road and look ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31, Deuteronomy 28:2, Romans 8:1, 1 Corinthians 15:57

Parting Councils Lesson 14 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 7, 2024

The first indication and fruit of the new life?

1. What is always presented as the first indication and fruit of the new life? Love (v. 1; cf. 1 John 2:10-11). 2. What is one important way of manifesting the love of Christ? Being gracious to others (v. 2). 3. What is another characteristic of true Christian love? Kindness to those ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Preference: Fight Desire With Desire - Psalm 63:3 Pt.2

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 21, 2025

God never intended for you to live life saying no to your strongest desires.

Dear Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, When you asked the man in Mark 9 if he believed You could heal his son, he said, “Lord I believe – help my unbelief.” Lord that is so often how I feel about loving You. We love You Lord; help our lack of love. We desire Your presence Lord; help our lack of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:3

Let Every Heart Prepare Him Room Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 26, 2014

What we gather around announces JOY.

Let Every Heart Prepare Him Room Series: Joy to the World December 8, 2013 - Brad Bailey INTRO The most popular hymn of Christmas... "Joy to the world." The words are by English hymn writer Isaac Watts, based on Psalm 98 in the Bible. The song was first published in 1719 and as of the late 20th ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5, Isaiah 40:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Ways, Your Paths

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 17, 2013

God guides us through:1) A Path of Trial (Psalm 25:1-3), 2) A Path for Training (Psalm 25:4–5), 3) A Path for Thought (Psalm 25:6–7), 4) A Path for Teaching(Psalm 25:8-10)

The hardest part of any journey is the part that you have to take alone. It is especially difficult if you have not traveled the path before. When we lose someone we care about so much, like the loss of Doreen this week, we are called to continue the journey of life minus one who has thus far ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10

Denomination: Other

Christmas Love Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 27, 2023

No greater gift than giving Himself for us.

In the Manger: Love Luke 2:1-20 Good morning everyone-welcome to those who are listening online. We have lite all 4 Advent candles as we celebrate the final Sunday of Advent. Hope, peace, joy and this morning looking at God’s great love for us. Tonight Christmas Eve will come in wither we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

For Me, To Die Is Gain PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to find joy and peace in Christ, and to persevere in fruitful labor for the Lord, despite life's challenges.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, not as strangers but as a family, bound by a love that transcends the ordinary, a love that is divine, a love that comes from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. This love, this extraordinary love, is the reason we are here today. It's the reason we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-26

Topics: Choose Joy, Living A Life Worthy

Our Inheritance In Christ.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 9, 2024

A prayer for wisdom and knowledge.

OUR INHERITANCE IN CHRIST. Ephesians 1:11-23. I). The seal of our inheritance (Ephesians 1:11-14). We have an inheritance (Ephesians 1:11), which is sealed by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 1:13). Put another way, the Holy Spirit is given as the down payment of our inheritance (Ephesians 1:14). ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Surpassing Greatness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of knowing Christ, prioritizing Him above all else, and finding joy through the Gospel.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in our pursuit to understand and live out the truths of our faith. We're here to open our ears and our hearts to the wisdom of the ages, the wisdom of the Word, the wisdom of our Lord. We want to penetrate the depths of the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Topics: Choose Joy, Living A Life Worthy

Thanks For Everything Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 25, 2019

We can give Thanks for Everything through 1) Constant Rejoicing (1 Thes. 5: 16) 2) Constant Prayer (1 Thes. 5: 17) and 3) Consistent Thankfulness in all Circumstances (1 Thes. 5: 18).

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 [16] Rejoice always, [17] pray without ceasing, [18] give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. (ESV) After Monday’s general election, commentators have noted particularly disturbing implications. We see distinct regional divisions ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Other

Praying For Our "Needs" Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 27, 2003

Often our prayers for each other consist of focusing on each others needs... but as vital as that kind of prayer can be, there is a more important prayer we can lift up for each other.

OPEN: A preacher by the name of Larry Davies shared that during one worship service, he asked: "Are there any prayer needs today?" · One person mentioned a neighbor who was sick. · Another spoke of a couple with financial problems. · A young man asked us to pray for the family of a friend’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We're All In This Together

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Aug 9, 2013

In the 11th & 12th chapters of Nehemiah, we see the people gathered for a common bond. They all Participate, they are all Important and they Celebrate what God has done through them together.

We’re All In This Together Nehemiah 11:1-12:47 Intro: Football season is right around the corner and everybody is getting geared up. For me, my hope is that this is the year for my faltering yellow jackets of Georgia Tech. Many fantasy leagues are starting and we are going to have a fantasy ...read more

Denomination: Baptist