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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
This song of rejoicing is not only one in which the people of the LORD are exhorted to raise their voices, but also one in which the LORD Himself participates.
A CALL TO REJOICE. Zephaniah 3:14-20. Eight out of the nine oracles in the little book of Zephaniah announce God’s just judgment of all the earth (Zephaniah 1:2-3; Zephaniah 3:8); and the just judgment of the LORD their covenant God against Judah and Jerusalem in particular (Zephaniah 1:4). ...read more
Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Living in a negative world, relationship or situation goes counter to God's plan for us.
Rejoice And Be Glad Matthew 5: 1 – 12 Intro: There was a song that absolutely drove me crazy. Every time I heard it I wanted to punch someone. It was written by Bobby McFerrin and released in September of 1988. “Here's a little song I wrote. You might want to sing it note for note. ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
God doesn't want us living in the past nor in the future, rather God wants us to live in the present. Today is the only day we have for sure, so let's view it as a blessing from God and rejoice in it, living it to the full.
Introduction: A. There was an article a few years ago in which a man gave his idea of a perfect world. He said: 1. “In a perfect world you would feel as good at 60 as you did at 17. And you would be as smart at 60 as you thought you were at 17." 2. “In a perfect world professional basketball ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29, Philippians 4:4
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Introduction: • In this time of pandemic, many people become depressed, discouraged and anxious.
REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS. a. Rejoice means ( Merriam Webster Dictionary ) to give you or to feel joy or great delight. b. To rejoice means to have or to possess great joy and delight. c. To rejoice in the Lord is to have joy. d. In times of plague, it can be hard to rejoice in the Lord. e. When ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 4:4
Today’s sermon is going to talk about the benefits and the source of God-given joy that is so strong that it remains glorious even in the most turbulent storms of life!
Rejoice in the Lord Philippians 4:4 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say Rejoice” Who does not want to be happy and feel joy well up within one’s soul? If one had a time machine and could relive any event in your ...read more
Denomination: Baptist
Sermon 3 of the series. I make no claim that illustrations are my own. All that are not mine will be told truthfully as I find them.
Monuments of Rejoicing - Joshua 4:1-24 (text - vs. 5-7) Intro. The first two monuments had to do with Jacob, now the next two have to do with Joshua. We have seen the Monument of a Relationship - Remembering when we met the Lord. (Jacob at Bethel. Monument of Revival - Jacob returned to ...read more
Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24
We rejoice because the Shepherd King, the LORD our Righteousness has come.
A Reason to Rejoice Jeremiah 23:3-6 INTRODUCTION: Take a quick Rorschach (Raw-shak) test with me: Consider the word Christmas. What is the first word that comes to your mind? For some, the word might be JOY. Joy is closely associated with Christmas. We wish each other a “Merry” Christmas. ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 23:3-6
We are often told that we are to rejoice as Christians but you ever wonder: Why?
Well we are almost through the prophets, both major and minor. And you’ll recall from earlier messages that the designation Major and Minor has nothing to do with the importance of the Prophet or his message, instead it is indicative of the length of his message. And most of these guys had a ...read more
Scripture: Zechariah 3:14-17
Denomination: Wesleyan
In this lesson, we learn that having a rejoicing heart comes from learning to rejoice over our salvation and the salvation of others. We should rejoice that our name is written in heaven!
A. How many of you like surprise parties? 1. Here’s a funny cartoon about a surprise party gone wrong. 2. Ed’s co-workers surprised him on his birthday. 3. “Well one thing’s for sure…He was definitely surprised.” B. Max Lucado tells an interesting story ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:20
In four short chapters we move from tragedy to triumph, from despair to joy, from emptiness to fullness. This book begins with famine and funerals, and concludes with a wedding and the joyful birth of a son.
The final chapter of this quiet drama takes place before the town gate of Bethlehem, where all important transactions were conducted. Here is where the matter of Ruth the foreigner would be settled. After the late-night rendezvous of chapter 3, Boaz goes right to work; he finds his kinsman and ...read more
Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22
Denomination: Congregational
God calls us to turn from empty pursuits and return to Him, the true source of joy, healing, and restoration through honest prayer and repentance.
Friends, would you take a deep breath and settle your heart for a moment? Picture a field at sunset. The stalks are golden, the air is warm, and the farmer stands at the edge of the rows with calloused hands and a quiet hope. He longs for a good harvest, a full barn, a happy table. We understand ...read more
Scripture: Hosea 9:1-17
Topics: Lost Joy, Spiritual Drought
Rejoice in the Lord ! Reminders of what the Lord has done for us !
Rejoice In The Lord Text: Hab. 3:17-19 Habakkuk was a man of great faith. He had the right perspective on things. He knew what was most important. It is easy to have a big pep rally when everything is going right, but Hab describes a time when everything around him is desolate. There is ...read more
Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19
The people gathered to praise and thank God for what He has accomplished through them. God gave them great joy.
The wall is built. The gates are restored. The people returned to God’s Word and renewed their covenant with God. • The city is now repopulated. It’s time to celebrate God’s goodness and give thanks. • Nehemiah organises a dedication service for this purpose. Let’s recap all that has ...read more
Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-43
Denomination: Independent/Bible
If we will learn to focus on the Lord instead of our circumstances, we will find many reasons to rejoice! Mary recognized the character and faithfulness of God which prompted her praise.
Reasons to Rejoice! [Background to Mary’s Praise] Luke 1:26-45 26 In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27 to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin's name was Mary. 28 The angel went to her and ...read more
Scripture: Luke 1:46-56
Denomination: Assembly Of God
“For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.” (John 1:15-16)
Introduction: This is the first Sunday of the year 2020 offering us the opportunity of a new beginning. The best way to begin the new year is to come to Christ if you have not yet been saved, and if you have been saved to know how God has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 147:12-20, Ephesians 1:3-14, John 1:1-18
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