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  • Joe Harding avatar

    The Journey Into Joy

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
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    OUR JOURNEY OF FAITH MUST BE MARKED BY JOY!

    THE JOURNEY INTO JOY ZEPHANIAH 3: 14-20 AUGUST 18, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Joni Eareckson Tada, who was paralyzed from the neck down while still a teenager, wrote, "You don’t have to be alone in your hurt! Comfort is yours. Joy is an option. And it’s all been made possible by your Savior. He went ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peace And Joy

    Contributed by Jay Patton on Aug 25, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
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    The reason why Paul can order Christians to rejoice in the Lord.

    Introduction: Why Me Lord? Background: One of the ways we can stand firm in the faith is to remember who it is we serve. Purpose Statement: Christians have every reason to rejoice because… I. The LORD is with you (v. 5) A. Yahweh Shammah: The Lord is There 1. Context of Ezekiel 48:35 2. His Eyes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Enjoy The Joy

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002
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    If we have Christ, we should have joy. There is nothing wrong with enjoying the joy. Joy is found in Christ

    3 John 1-4 Enjoy the Joy Introduction A. When is the last time you saw someone smile just for no reason? B. When is the last time you went to the store and the clerk actually seemed happy to be working? C. When is the last time you walk in your boss’s office and he seemed to be in a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Sources Of Joy

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Sep 1, 2002
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    Because we have trusted in the Lord, we, of all people should have joy.

    Sources of Joy Psalm 5:11 Intro. Because we have trusted in the Lord, we, of all people should have joy. -Certainly there will be those hard times. -Even so, in the Lord we have Joy. -Jesus said, “These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jumping For Joy

    Contributed by Chuck Carlson on Dec 20, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
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    Joy is the result of gratitude in light of God’s grace to our guilt.

    “Jumping for Joy” Luke 1:67-79 • What makes people jump for joy? A winning basket? Graduation? A new bike? • What makes you jump for joy? For Scrooge, it was more money! • Zachariah was jumping for joy in our text, but it was more than for a baby boy. Zach and Elizabeth had waited a long time ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Joy Of Suffering Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on May 5, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
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    Part 1 of a 3 part series on suffering.

    The Joy of Suffering I preceded this series by examining the false view that God guarantees us health, wealth and a carefree lifestyle. This was absolutely necessary for a number of obvious reasons. We are to uphold truth. The belief that our inheritance is in this life distorts the scriptures, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Banana Of Joy Series

    Contributed by James Westervelt on Nov 21, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
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    Joy can be defined as: "Inner happiness, which is not dependent on outward circumstances." The O.T. word "simchah" means "gladness of heart," the NT word, "chara" means "inner delight."

    THE BANANA OF JOY I). WHAT is Joy? 2). HOW is Joy Expressed? 3). HOW is Joy Developed? I. WHAT IS JOY? Joy can be defined as: "Inner happiness, which is not dependent on outward circumstances." The O.T. word "simchah" means "gladness of heart," the NT word, "chara" means ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Joy Of Freedom

    Contributed by Scottie Pitts on Nov 23, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
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    Jesus has come to set us free from all of our prisons

    The Joy of Freedom Colossians 1:13-14 On November 18, eight U.S. christian aid workers were released from a jail in Afghanastan. They had been imprisoned for three months by the Taliban for the crime of converting Muslims to christianity. I can only imagine what it must have been like for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Thanksgiving & Joy

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 21, 2002
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    The First Family, Mary and Joseph, modeled the qualities of Thanksgiving and Joy.

    Thanksgiving and Joy Modeled by the First Family Luke 1: 26-56 As we enter this Thanksgiving and Advent season I want us to look at the First Family – Joseph and Mary – as a family that modeled “thanksgiving and joy.” Luke chapters1 and 2 the background is given about the miracle of two births – ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Joy Of The Lord.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 7, 2005
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    The Bible states that The Joy of the Lord is My strength my rock and my shield. What is Our Joy of The Lord?

    The Joy of The lord. Acts 20:21-29. The Bible states that The Joy of the Lord is My strength my rock and my shield. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Consider It Joy

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,176 views

    To see trials as times when God is pruning us and making us more useful for Himself

    Consider It All Joy SBC Philippi, Rev. J Simms James 1:1-4 Primary Purpose: A primary introduction to James and to discuss how we can be joyful in trials. Background: This book was written by James, the half-brother of Jesus. He wasn’t a believer through Jesus’ earthly ministry. But, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy In The Presence

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,189 views

    The point of the two parables about lost things – implies that we can get lost, separated from God. The reaction of the owner (God) is a grief-stricken search.

    Joy In The Presence / Luke 15: 1 - 10 Intro: Men and women react differently when they are lost. A man will drive and drive without stopping to ask directions. But, his wife will stop at the first gas station or even stop people along the way if she isn’t absolutely sure. Here we have two ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Minister In Joy

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 28, 2002
    based on 77 ratings
     | 8,072 views

    Joy is needed to continue any minisrty.

    Today, we are pondering -- HOW IMPORTANT JOY IS TO THE CHRISTIAN WALK? We also ponder -- HOW DO WE LOSE OUR JOY? Then we must consider, WHAT CAN I DO TO GET MY JOY BACK? And we ponder: --- HOW CAN I LEARN TO KEEP THE JOY OF THE LORD? 1. LIFE HAS A WAY OF STEALING OUR JOY! I am told the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Increasing Joy

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 31, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,466 views

    Increasing joy comes through a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

    Increasing Joy Isaiah 9:2-3 (New International Version) 2The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned. 3You have enlarged the nation and increased their joy; they rejoice before ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Joy To The World! Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 7, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 15,829 views

    Christmas is about the joy found in Christ

    (adapted from Bob Russell) SERIES: “CHRISTMAS CAROL THEOLOGY” TEXT: PSALM 98 TITLE: “JOY TO THE WORLD” INTRODUCTION: A. Christmas can be quite stressful --planning parties, buying just the right gifts, preparing elaborate meals ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ