Sermons on Rejoice In Sorrow:

Gospel Hope To A Downcast Soul

Contributed by Dylan Justus on Sep 10, 2019

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Introduction: Anxious. Abandoned. Scared. Lonely. Dark. Depressed. Forsaken. Despair. Do any of these sound familiar? Have you ever had a season of life marked by these adjectives? Perhaps you lost a child, a sibling, a parent. Perhaps life was going great and then out of nowhere tragedy struck. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spreading The Joy

Contributed by Neil Uebergang on Dec 18, 2012

Every now and then someone becomes inconsolable because of loss and grief or trauma. The question we are going to be considering throughout this message is 'How do we comfort ourselves let alone someone else in the face of increasing amounts of "Joy-Buste

Spreading the Joy 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of The Spirit Is The Measure Of Its Power Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 2, 2008

The problem is that we’ve confused joy with happiness. Happiness is dependent on happenings. Circumstances in your life dictate whether or not you are happy. Joy, on the other hand, is a gift from God - a fruit of the Spirit that transcends whatever is

Opening illustration: During an earthquake some years ago, the inhabitants of a small village were generally very much alarmed, but they were at the same time surprised at the calmness and apparent joy of an old woman whom they all knew. At length one of them, addressing the old woman, said, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 13

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Psalm 13

Psalm 13 I. The Soul’ Agitation at The Delay of God (13:1–2) How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me? 2 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Emotions And The Christian

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 29, 2016

Let's talk about emotion from several angles (Material adapted from two main sources 1) Mark Copeland at: http://www.ccel.org/contrib/exec_outlines/top/emotion.htm 2) David Riggs at: http://oakridgechurch.com/riggs/emotion.htm)

HoHum: In his book, None of These Diseases, Dr. S.I. McMillen says, "Medical science recognizes that emotions such as fear, sorrow, envy, resentment and hatred are responsible for the majority of our sicknesses. Estimates vary from 60 to 100 percent." One patient was told by his doctor, "If you ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Anxiety, Stress, & Anger

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Appropriate the fact that the joy of the Lord is your spiritual strength.

1. Appropriate the fact that the joy of the Lord is your spiritual strength. 2. Remember the promises of Jesus who said, "THESE THINGS ARE WRITTEN TO YOU (OBEY MY COMMANDMENTS) SO THAT MY JOY MAY BE IN YOU & YOUR JOY MAY BE FULL." - JOHN 15;11 3. Pray and praise and rejoice knowing that Paul ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Banana Of Joy Series

Contributed by James Westervelt on Nov 21, 2001

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

Scripture: John 16:22, Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy, Second Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 11, 2024

This is a study of the second fruit of the spirit: JOY. Joy is not an optional fruit. JOY IS ESSENTIAL TO THE FAMILY AND TH CHURCH.

JOY THE SECOND FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Come let us study the second installment of the FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT. We will study all nine of the fruit. This ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Nehemiah 8:10, John 16:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Happy Are Those That Are Sad Series

Contributed by Edward Cook on Jun 11, 2003

Only those who mourn over their sinfulness are truly happy.

HAPPY ARE THOSE THAT ARE SAD! Scripture reading: Matt. 4:23 - 5:16. Text: Matt. 5:4. I propose to: I. Examine the setting of this verse: in a general way as part of the Sermon on the Mount, and more specifically as one of the Beatitudes. II. Prove that this mourning is of a specific kind, i.e. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dedications Are A Big Deal!

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Aug 25, 2013

The dedication of the Wall was a big deal mainly because the people "made" it a big deal. You and I need to seek out reasons to make things a "big deal."

Happy "Be Dedicated" Saturday, Everyone! Dedication is a well known concept in our world. We can dedicate things such as buildings, boats and airplanes or we can dedicate ourselves as to a sport or deed or observance, etc., even to each other. This weeks Sunday School lesson is titled Dedication ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:17-43

Denomination: Baptist

No Greater Joy Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 14, 2010

Joy is the heritage of the believer. If we do not have joy in our Christian walk, it is either because we do not know the author of joy, or we are disobedient to His will.

“Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul. For I rejoiced greatly when the brothers came and testified to your truth, as indeed you are walking in the truth. I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Long, O Lord? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 18, 2020

Psalm 13:1-6 shows us how a believer moves from despair to delight in the Lord.

Scripture Shortly after the statewide “Stay At Home” directive was implemented, Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco invited local pastors to attend a weekly telephone conference call. These calls focus on security information and concerns about our current situation. Sheriff Nocco caught my attention ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hope

Contributed by David Mende on Jul 8, 2009

Are you living without hope? Do you think your condition is just hopeless? Then hold on, you have hope! Find out here as to how you can have hope. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give a brief feedback.

The condition of the world today is terrible. Hope is not just ‘wishing’ but it is an absolute expectancy. Hope is faith in the future tense. God’s Word gives us hope Romans 15:4 Red sea Water from the rock Manna Stilling of the sun Falling of the Jericho walls Jesus healing the sick and raising ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Crossing Over With Joy, Not Burdens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 27, 2025

An exhortation to enter the new year with a heart full of joy, leaving behind regrets, burdens, and disappointments, in order to embrace God’s strength and favour.

CROSSING OVER WITH JOY, NOT BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 8:10 Key Verse: “Then he said unto them, Go your way, eat the fat, and drink the sweet, and send portions unto them for whom nothing is prepared: for this day is holy unto our Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keep Trusting In The Lord! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 4, 2020

We should always trust in the Lord: 1. Because He cares when we are confused (vs. 16-19). 2. Because He fully knows the future (vs. 16, 19-20). 3. Because He will take you through your troubles (vs. 20). 4. Because He can totally transform your life (vs. 20-22).

Keep Trusting in the Lord! The Gospel of John John 16:16-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church – January 24, 2018 (Revised April 4, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 16. For many weeks now, we have been studying the night before Jesus died on the cross for our sins. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-22

Denomination: Baptist