Sermons on Real Joy:

In The Middle Of J-O-Y Is A Never-Ending Circle

Contributed by Eric Vertein on Dec 12, 2005

God shows us how to maintain JOY, even when there are many things attacking that joy.

I Thessalonians 5:16-24 3rd Sunday in Advent December 11, 2005 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 19 Do not put out the Spirit’s fire; 20 do not treat prophecies with contempt. 21 Test ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Finding Joy: The Fiancée & The Son

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 9, 2018

Finding Joy - The Fiancée & The Son - Luke chapter 1 verse 26-38 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • Mary’s Surprise (vs 34) • Mary’s Miracle (vs 35-37) • Mary’s Submission (vs 38) SERMON BODY Ill: • One day around about the year 1694 a young man living in Southampton; • Complained to his father about the dull psalm singing, • That took place each Sunday at their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Brethren

Advent Spiritual Joy, Even Ecstasy: Gaudete Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 12, 2017

St. Augustine used a famous expression--the "joy of truth," gaudium de veritate. 

Advent 3B A professor was asked by one of his students, “What is the meaning of life?" The usual laughter followed, but the professor said "I will answer your question." Taking his wallet out of his hip pocket, he fished around in a leather wallet and brought out a very small round mirror, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Catholic

"you Bring Me Great Joy"

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 5, 2022

This sermon shares with us how to live a life pleasing to the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22; Psalm 29 Theme: A Well Pleasing Life Title: “You Bring Me Great Joy” INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about what it means to live a life that is pleasing to God. That is to say, a life that brings ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Should Christians Have Joy? Part 1

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 11, 2019

A question comes up asking why Christians are supposed to be filled with Joy. So, why should we?

Sermon- Why should Christians have Joy? - A question comes up asking why Christians are supposed to be filled with Joy. - Our obvious answer is, we’re filled with Joy because we’ve been redeemed from sin & death, & reconciled back to God. - People, however, want ...read more

Scripture: John 15:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Should Christians Have Joy? Part 2

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Dec 11, 2019

We have great reasons to have Joy, & as a result people notice our Joy, or to put it like Paul did, They notice our reasonable service.

Why should Christians have Joy? - This morning, as part of our remembering our veterans, I want to look at out last three reasons why Christians have Joy. - Let’s refresh our memories of what is Jesus’ desire for us in John 15:8-11. John 15:8-11 8 Herein is my Father glorified, that ye ...read more

Scripture: John 15:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Misery And Despair Tranformed Into A Life Of Abundance And Joy!

Contributed by Dennis Shaw on Sep 14, 2015

Bartimaeus was the blind son of a blind father. His was a life without hope. Jesus transformed his entire life when He gave Bartimaeus his sight. Jesus is still transforming lives today by doing the impossible.

Matthew 10:46-52 46 And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging. Blindness was a very debilitating condition. A blind person was not capable of any productive work, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:46-52

Denomination: Church Of God

Axubah To Hephzibah - Second Epiphany - Newness, Joy And Community

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 12, 2016

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5; John 2:1-11; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Theme: New Life, New Joy, New Community Proposition: Epiphany 2 C passages speak to us of God's power to create New Life, To Bring Forth New Joy and to create a New Community

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5; John 2:1-11; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Theme: New Life, New Joy, New Community Proposition: Epiphany 2 C passages speak to us of God's power to create New Life, To Bring Forth New Joy and to create a New Community INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

"The Heart Of Christmas Is Hope, Peace & Joy” Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 14, 2022

People want “hope”. The “λόγος”, the Intelligent Designer of the Universe pitched His tent in our midst. Christmas is the radical celebration that reminds us that the DNA of the Creator is found in the arms of a teenage girl in the city of Bethlehem. Quote from Max Lucado

In Jesus Holy Name December 11, 2022 Advent III Philippians 4:4 Redeemer “The Heart of Christmas is Hope, Peace & Joy” Christmas can be a crazy time. People want “hope” for a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Hebrews 6:9

Denomination: Lutheran

Finding Joy In The Midst Of Global Turmoil: A Sermon On Revelations

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 4, 2023

In recent times, we have witnessed numerous events unfolding in the world that seem to align with the prophetic visions revealed to John. While the chaos and uncertainty can be unsettling, I want to remind you of the joy we can find in the knowledge that we are nearing our eternal home.

I. Signs of the End Times: The book of Revelation provides vivid imagery and prophecies concerning the events leading up to the second coming of Jesus Christ. In Matthew 24:6-8, Jesus Himself foretold that before His return, there would be wars, famines, earthquakes, and pestilences. As we look ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:6-8, John 14:2-3, Revelation 12:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy In Sorrow: Transformed By Truth John 16:22 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 30, 2024

The profound truth of finding joy in the midst of sorrow, anchored in the words of Jesus from John 16:22:

Joy in Sorrow: Transformed by Truth John 16:22 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truth of finding joy in the midst of sorrow, anchored in the words of Jesus from John 16:22: "So you have sorrow now, but I will see you again; then you will rejoice, and no one can rob you of that ...read more

Scripture: John 16:22, Psalm 30:5, Romans 8:18, 1 Peter 1:8-9, James 1:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Big Cross Or Little Crosses, But No Other Path To Joy

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 22, 2024

Abraham did not have to show his faith by slaying his only Son, Isaac. God the Father, however, did not hold onto His only Son, Christ Jesus, but accepted His sacrifice.

Second Sunday in Lent 2024 St. Mark’s Gospel tells us today that “after six days” Jesus and His three lead apostles went up a high mountain. Why is “six days” important to remember? We need to go back to the previous chapter to see. The story line follows St. Matthew’s Gospel very closely, which ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-34, Genesis 22:1-18, Mark 9:2-10

Denomination: Catholic

Psalm 97: The Lord Reigns: Glory, Judgment, And Joy Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 9, 2025

Psalm 97 is an enthronement psalm that glorifies the sovereign appearances of God in the past, looks to his appearance in the future, and calls us to worship him now.

Bible Study on Psalm 97 Title: “The LORD Reigns: Glory, Judgment, and Joy” 1. Introduction and Background Superscription (LXX): In the Greek Septuagint, Psalm 97 begins with the title: “Of David, when his land is being brought to order.” This hints at a time of national restoration or ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

"What Shall We Do? Restoring Joy In Advent”

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 18, 2024

As we reflect on this theme of joy, particularly for those among us who may feel devoid of hope and light

ntroduction: My beloved in Christ, as we gather in this sacred space during this Advent season, I want to address a question that resonates through the ages—not only in the Gospel of Luke but also in our lives today: “What shall we do?” This is a question posed by the crowds who came to John the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Secret Of Joy In The Lord: "because Of Christ"

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jun 20, 2025

The secret to joy in the Lord lies in two truths: living out the purpose for which Jesus died—so that we may enjoy abundant life—and making the pursuit of knowing Jesus our highest priority

The Secret of Joy in the Lord: "Because of Christ" (Philippians 3:7-11) 7 But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. 8 Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11, Philippians 3:2, John 10:10-11, John 10:27

Denomination: Baptist