Sermons on Real Joy:

The Joy Of Giving Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 9, 2016

Giving is rooted in God's love, releases God's blessing and results in God's kingdom advancing

THE JOY OF GIVING A man had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. He could receive little company and was not to be excited. While in the hospital a rich uncle died and left him a million dollars. His family wondered how to break the news to him with the least amount of excitement. It was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Biblical Joy

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jan 7, 2017

Joy has often been defined as happiness; as a feeling; true, Biblical Joy has more to do with Faith than it has to do with feeling.

Biblical Joy (James 1:2-4; NKJV) “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, [3] knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. [4] But, let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” ? A certain elderly lady was ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Other

The Joy Of Love Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 12, 2016

Do you want to find joy in your relationships? It starts when you open up your heart to receive God’s love for yourself. Then, in the context of that grace and love, feel the same; think the same; and do the same, promoting others above yourself.

A couple had been married for 60 years, and throughout their life they had shared everything. They loved each other deeply. They had not kept any secrets from one another, except for a small shoe box that the wife kept in the top shelf of her closet. When they got married, she put the box there and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Spirit Of Joy Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Feb 17, 2016

The second of the nine graces of the fruit of the Spirit is joy.

The Spirit of Joy Galatians 5:22-23 We are given nine graces of the Holy Spirit that projects the character and the attitude of Christ before His people and a lost and dying world. This attitude begins with love and it facilitates these other eight graces. Point: Take a careful look at these nine ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Wilderness Joy

Contributed by Peter Ghalayini on Feb 29, 2016

Time in the wilderness of life doesn't have to be bad news. It may be a time of spiritual renewal

The wilderness is indeed a strange place. It’s a place we feel we need to avoid. And how many of us have been there and not enjoyed it? That feeling in our Christian walk that we are lost and alone. The wilderness experience is a place we feel we need to get out of when we are there. We feel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Resurrection Joy! Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

We are going to go through a couple chapters of Scripture from the Gospel of John that takes us from the crucifixion of Jesus to His resurrection from the grave.

A quote from C.S. Lewis says, “Our Lord finds our desires not too strong, but too weak. We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition, when infinite joy is offered to us…like an ignorant child who wants to go on making mud pies in the slum because he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Restore The Joy

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 21, 2017

An analysis of Psalm 51 and what it truly means to ask God for forgiveness of sin.

There’s a modern-day proverb that says: “To err is human. And so is denying responsibility and avoiding an admission of guilt.” Why is it so tough to own up to our mistakes? There’s nothing new or modern about sin and the need for repentance. Tonight, we will look at perhaps the most classic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Ode To Joy Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 2, 2018

Last message (33) from Philippians. This message is an overview of the lessons learned from Paul's letter demonstrating the true source of joy in life.

Chico Alliance Church “Ode to Joy” An “ode” is a lyrical poem meant to be sung. Paul didn’t intend his letter to be sung but the music of the letter is clear. Certain pieces of music weave carefully crafted repeated musical themes or melodic phrases thorough the entire piece. Paul wove several ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Joy Of Persecution? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 20, 2018

Paul said that he hoped that he might share in Jesus' suffering. Seriously? Why would he want that?

An extremely nervous patient came for root canal surgery. He was made comfortable in the reclining dental chair a numbing agent was injected around the tooth, and then the dentist left the room for a few minutes while the medication took hold. When the dentist returned, the patient was standing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Candle Of Joy Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 11, 2015

The Candle of Joy is lit when we encounter Jesus and that encounter should change us!

INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • There are many reasons for one to be joyful during the Christmas holiday. I know it can be a buy time, but where one stays centered on the reason for the season, how can one help but be filled with joy. • If your Christmas season is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choosing Joy

Contributed by S. H. Mathews on Dec 17, 2015

Choosing to rejoice in the Lord leads to a gentle spirit, and to four virtues of a spiritual life.

Dr. Steve Mathews United Baptist Church December 13, 2015 Philippians 4:4-7 Choosing Joy I. Joy is a choice- vs. 4 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Exposition: • Rejoicing in the Lord is a choice. Paul expects that his audience can do this. He repeats his ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World

Contributed by Marc Phillips on Dec 18, 2015

We should carry our Joy in everything we do. Our joy is a gift of the Holy Spirit and when we are less than joyful we are squashing that spirit. Joy to the World is not just for Christmas, but for all year long!

Scripture is shared from the NASB... We just sang Joy to the World as a praise song, and I think we did a pretty good job of it. I’d like to try this exercise together if you would indulge me for a moment. Let’s sing that first verse again, only let’s do it with a scowl or a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

The Joy Of The Lord

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Dec 29, 2015

Your circumstances, whether good or bad, doesn’t affect the joy you have in Jesus!

The Joy of the Lord November 15, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Your circumstances, whether good or bad, doesn’t affect the joy you have in Jesus! Focus Passage: Nehemiah 8:5-10 Introduction: “He is no fool who gives what he ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 20, 2017

As Joseph reconnects with his brothers, he models for us three steps toward reconciliation: 1) Turn away from revenge. 2) Test for repentance. And 3) Trust in God's sovereignty. Judah's sacrifice reminds us of our Savior Jesus who reconciled us to God.

Genesis 45:1-15 The Joy of Reconciliation We are covering the amazing story of the Old Testament character of Joseph in two Sundays. The actual story covers 14 chapters of Genesis. I urge you to read it on your own. It is a fascinating account of the worst kind of betrayal and the most amazing ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15, Romans 12:19, Deuteronomy 32:35, Proverbs 19:21, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Unspeakable Joy

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 21, 2017

The key to feeling unspeakable joy in both good and bad times is to cast all of one's concerns upon Jesus Christ.

REASON FOR JOY Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 John 2:1-11 17 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit Romans 14:17, NIV As a Christian do you feel unspeakable joy? Many try to live the first ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist