Sermons on Rejoicing:

An Anthem Of Praise - A Kings Joy

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jul 12, 2025

This is the second part of a two part series. Psalm 20 and 21 go together. Psalm 20 is a prayer (song) that was spoken (or sung) before a battle. Psalm 21 is the praise of victory following a battle.

A King’s Joy Psalm 21:1-7 Intro. Psalm 20 was “An Anthem of Prayer” Prayed before going into battle Pray before going into hard times. Psalm 21 is a “An Anthem of Praise” A song for after the battle A song of joy and praise. The king here is King David. He is rejoicing in God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 4:4, Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Baptist

Committed To Promoting The Gospel Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 28, 2016

Even though Paul was in bonds, he rejoiced that the Gospel continued to be preached. He refused to allow his circumstances create despair. We too must seek every opportunity to share our faith, while rejoicing for others who are committed as well.

Committed to Promoting the Gospel Philippians 1: 12-18 As one reads the opening verses of this letter, it is not immediately evident that Paul was bound in prison. His joy and positive attitude conceal the difficulties he faced daily. Although he was not free to move about within society, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Fit: Worship Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 9, 2011

We're to strive for our worship to be both reverent and filled with rejoicing. In order to do that we're going to have to rethink a few things.

Getting Fit: Worship Hebrews 12:28-29 Rev. Brian Bill 1/9/11 How many of you participated in “White Elephant” gift exchanges over Christmas? The background to this crazy tradition comes from ancient Asia, where white elephants were the ultimate pampered pets. Because they were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

It's Always Something

Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 25, 2005

Trials and testings are standard fare for growing, mature Christians. This sermon exhorts to perseverance and rejoicing in trials and tests.

First Sunday in Lent 2005 Ecclesiasticus 2:1-23; 2 Cor. 6:1-10, Matt. 4:1-11 Those of us who are old enough will remember a character created by the late Gilda Radner when she was a regular comedienne on the television show Saturday Night Live. Among her many comic personalities was one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Overcoming Disappointment

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Sep 8, 2003

It is better to rejoice over what you have than to weep over what you used to have.

Overcoming Disappointment Ezra 3 The year is 537 B.C. The place is Jerusalem. The Jews have just returned from a long captivity in Babylon. Some have been gone from their homeland for 70 years. Others have been gone for 50 years. They were sent into captivity as part of God’s judgment on ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:1-13, Ezekiel 1:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Lost Sinner Sought And Saved

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Mar 24, 2007

It is always of great rejoicing for our souls to read about the conversion of a sinner by God’s omnipotent grace

A LOST SINNER SOUGHT AND SAVED Luke 19:1-10 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay March 11, 2007 Introduction It is always of great rejoicing for our souls to read about the conversion of a sinner by God’s omnipotent grace. It is always encouraging knowing lost sinners have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have An Attitude Like Jesus

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 17, 2009

Palm Sunday(C) - Have a Jesus attitude by sharing in Jesus’ humility. But also rejoice in Jesus’ glory.

HAVE AN ATTITUDE LIKE JESUS (Outline) April 5, 2009 -- LENT 6 / PALM SUNDAY -- Philippians 2:5-11 INTRO: When we look at our world with a discerning eye we discover constant failures and disappointment. Sin, evil, and wickedness are alive and well in our world today. All of creation is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Stay Joyful Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

A believer can overcome anxiety through learning to rejoice in the Lord, to lighten up and to cast their cares on the Lord.

#27, 10-28-07 Stay Joyful Introduction, Which of these four songs reveals your attitude towards life? 1) “Make the World Go Away” 2) “Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head” 3) “I did It My Way” 4) “Oh, What a Beautiful Morning” Text, Philippians 4:4-7 I. The Problem With Anxiety A. Anxiety defined; ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rising Above Petty Rivalry Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 7, 2010

God prepares us for conflict so we will rejoice in the gospel rather than resent petty rivalry.

Scripture Introduction Nostalgia means “sentimental reflection,” mixed feelings of happiness, sadness, and longing when recalling the past. Nostalgia can create more than warm feelings, however; it can determine our expectations. Probably all of us have either thought it ourselves, or heard others ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

More Than A Conqueror!

Contributed by Paul Johnson on Mar 16, 2008

This sermon encourages everyone to rejoice because we are more than conquerors do to the love of Christ Jesus.

Sermon Title – More than a Conqueror! Sermonic Text - Matthew 21:1-11 As a pastor I cannot endorse any candidate for President. I think America is very fortunate this year in that any of the remaining three candidates would probably make a good president. Given the intense scrutiny and voracity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

How To Benefit From Trials Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 7, 2015

Suffering trials is a strange place to find anyone rejoicing, yet that is the surprising instruction of God for us in Christ.

At the heart of the gospel is the amazing truth of how God is willing to suffer to redeem us. Jesus experienced firsthand the greatest human trial imaginable. He endured being betrayed by on of the 12 apostles, deserted by all his closest friends and followers, falsely accused, being mocked and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Entering Into A Season Of Divine Celebration

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jul 20, 2014

Discover four simple truths that can take you from a dry season to a season of rejoicing and celebration.

INTRODUCTION It is a good thing to have cause to rejoice and celebrate. The opposite of rejoicing is to mourn. It isn’t a pleasant thing to be in a state of mourning. No one hopes and prays for a day of mourning; for any situation that will bring pain, sorrow and sadness to the person’s ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worthy To Be Persecuted Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 30, 2013

Peter and John rejoiced because they were persecuted for the Name of Jesus ... do we act the same today?

Worthy to be Persecuted Acts 5:17-42 Introduction - Set the stage: -- Church was beginning to see full assault persecution -- Peter and John were willing to be bold; to continue proclaiming Jesus -- (Last week) Ananias and Sapphira give us great insight into integrity -- We see that even in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Devil's Days Are Numbered

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 10, 2012

The fact that the Devil's days are numbered is a cause for rejoicing, a cause for concern, and a parallel that should spur us to action.

SATAN’S DAYS ARE NUMBERED Rev. 20:1-3,10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An angel was once given a special assignment—to go down to earth and make a list of all the people who had misbehaved. Two months went by. 2. Then one afternoon the angel came flapping wearily through the Pearly Gates ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Arise, Shine! Your Light Has Come

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 2, 2020

The Jews were to rejoice at the coming of the Messiah - meant to be their pride and joy. So are we, even in the midst of darkness.

January 5, 2020 Isaiah 60:1-6 Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord is dawning upon you. 2 Look, darkness covers the earth, and deep darkness covers the peoples, but the Lord will dawn upon you, and his glory will be seen over you. 3 Nations will walk to your light, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran