Sermons on rejoice and mourn:

Rejoice

Contributed by Kent Lenard on May 30, 2004

This sermon deals with the need for Christians to find their joy in their relationship with God and not external circunstances.

Rejoice 1 Samuel 17:44, Genesis 3:23, Romans 8:5, Galatians 5:16-17, Phillipains 3:1 Leviticus 23:40 Deuteronomy 16:11, 1 Chronicles 16:10 Psalms 9:2, 32:11, 68:4, 97:12, 2:1, 31:7, 33:21,35:9, Psalms 40:16, Luke 10:20, Psalms 64:10, Isaiah 25:9, Phillipians 4:4 - 7, Romans 5:1-11 Romans ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1, Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoicing

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005

In this passage Paul resumed the story that he left in 2:13, where he said he went to Macedonia to look for Titus. Though Paul still had many problems and hardships to face, he found comfort and joy in the ministry God had given to him.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., was a member of the U.S. Supreme Court for 30 years. His mind, wit and work earned him the unofficial title of “the greatest justice since John Marshall.” At one point in his life, Justice Holmes explained his choice of a career by saying: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

#rejoice! Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 21, 2014

God is not controlling as Satan would have us believe. He's with us to protect us and in fact sings over us. That's reason for us to rejoice!

How many Christmas hymns, carols, and songs are there? Do you have any idea? Our hymnal has 35 Christmas hymns while Wikipedia lists 77 Christmas carols that are unique to the English language. But it’s not just English speakers who celebrate Christmas. Germans, Norwegians, Ukrainians, ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Rejoice !!!!!!!

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Oct 12, 2013

Making the best of each day and remaining positive no matter what is going on in our lives

This is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 Sometimes I think that we look at our day all wrong , we get up and stump our toe and maybe burn the toast and the first thing we start to do is complain about how bad the rest of the day is going to be . And ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Jan 8, 2023

Joy is so much different than happiness. All joy truly comes from God. Chris's birth returned the joy of we lost when we left the Garden. We have re-joyed or in better terms, rejoiced!

A new joy – restore joy During road trips we made up word games to pass the miles as the travel droned. One our favorite games was the prefix game. We pick a prefix and each of us took a turn, and it had to be a real-word, until somebody couldn’t think of one, and they were out. Think of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:11, Matthew 5:16, John 3:16

Denomination: Other

Rejoice Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 30, 2022

We are justified through faith which brought peace with God. God hated the sinners and he had determined to punish them eternally. With the intervention and propitiation of Jesus Christ, we are redeemed and reconciled with God.

Romans 5:1-11 We rejoice Romans 5:1-2 We rejoice in Highest Hope We are justified through faith which brought peace with God. God hated the sinners and he had determined to punish them eternally. With the intervention and propitiation of Jesus Christ, we are redeemed and reconciled with God. So, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Rejoice PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 24, 2023

This sermon explores the promise in Romans 8:28, encouraging believers to find joy in all circumstances, knowing God is always working for their good.

Good morning, beloved congregation! It is indeed a joyous occasion to gather with you all today, as we find ourselves in the heart of God’s house, surrounded by His love and grace. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound and powerful passage of scripture, a passage that has ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Topics: Rejoice

Rejoicing Over God’s Word Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 11, 2011

Nehemiah chapter 8 records one of the most spectacular celebrations of the work of God in the O.T. The spiritual renewal of the people begins with a challenge to the mind, continues with an effect on the emotions & concludes with a people returning to God

[Revivals of the Bible Series] NEHEMIAH 8 REJOICING OVER GOD’S WORD [Ezra 10] There were three different groups which returned from Babylonian captivity under three different leaders. The first, led by Zerubbabel in 537-536 B.C., we have already discussed. Eighty years later the scribe Ezra ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-18, Nehemiah 8:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

And The Lord Made Me Dance Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 21, 2025

Dancing in the Lord symbolizes joy, celebration, and the recognition of His goodness in our lives. When God intervenes in our situations, He fills our hearts with joy that often overflows into dance.

Title: AND THE LORD MADE ME DANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 6:14 Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:11, Ecclesiastes 3:4, Psalm 149:3, Jeremiah 31:13 INTRODUCTION: Dancing in the Lord symbolizes joy, celebration, and the recognition of His goodness in our lives. When God intervenes in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:14, Psalm 30:11, Ecclesiastes 3:4, Psalm 149:3, Jeremiah 31:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

To Be Blessed, Mourn -Part 2 Of 8 Series

Contributed by Guy De Swardt on Apr 1, 2010

2nd Part of eighton the Beattitudes.

The Perfect Standard For Life To Be Blessed, Mourn! - Part 2 of 8 Reading: Matthew 5v4 Charles Colson who was put into jail for his part in the Watergate scandal in America so many years ago now, subsequently found Jesus in prison and today he heads up an international ministry to people in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice! I Say Rejoice!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 12, 2024

On this third Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday), we change from penitence to rejoicing for what is to come.

John 1:6-8, 19-28 The shortest and darkest day and longest night of the year – the Winter Solstice – occurs this week. It is the onset of the winter season when the sun is the furthest from Earth and is often a time of darkness, doubt, and fear. And yet, Sunday is Gaudete Sunday - a beloved day ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-5, Matthew 22:37-40, Matthew 1:21, John 14:2, Isaiah 61:1, Isaiah 61:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Luke 1:46-49, John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

"Mourning 'til Morning"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Jun 9, 2013

An exposition of the 3 key ingredients to enduring difficult times.

The Rev'd Quintin Morrow Psalm 30:1-6, 11-12 I Kings 17:17-24 Luke 7:11-17 “Mourning ‘Til Morning” “Weeping may spend the night, But joy comes in the morning” Suffering trouble, turmoil, danger and disappointment come as part and parcel of being ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Comfortable Mourning! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 15, 2013

People mourn for all kinds of reasons, but are they what Jesus is talking about?

Matthew 5:4-Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted. People mourn for all kinds of reasons, but are they what Jesus is talking about? Genesis 4:13-And Cain said to the Lord, “My punishment is greater than I can bear! Cain was sorrowful but not about his sin, but about the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Those Who Mourn Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Sep 7, 2011

How is it that those who mourn are blessed? How is it that the one who mourns will be comforted? What exactly are the blessed mourning? How is it that we mourn? The truth is that there is a godly sorrow that brings repentance that leads to salvation a

Those Who Mourn - Matthew 5:4 - July 17, 2011 Series: Kingdom Life - A World Turned Upside Down #2 / Communion Some 2000 years ago Jesus shook up the world in which He walked when He called those who would follow Him to a radical way of doing life. Now, He didn’t espouse violence. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: *other

It's Ok To Mourn

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 23, 2004

A funeral sermon for a believer

IT’S OK TO MOURN GENESIS 23:1-2, OTHERS “Sarah lived to be a hundred and twenty-seven years old. 2 She died at Kiriath Arba (that is, Hebron) in the land of Canaan, and Abraham went to mourn for Sarah and to weep over her.” I. WE NEED TO MOURN FOR THE DEAD A. ABRAHAM MOURNED FOR SARAH 1) ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ