Sermons on Share Joy:

To Live: Shine Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 5, 2009

If you have joy, let others see it! So that they may come to know Christ!

TEXT: Philippians 2:12-18 TITLE: To LIVE - SHINE SERIES: To Live TOPIC: live a life of holiness OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church July 12, 2009 PROP.: It’s important to let others see how you live your life so that they may be won and that you may live blameless… INTRODUCTION: Good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day Of Pentecost Changed Everything

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 21, 2022

These 120 believers were waiting to be endowed with power from on high. They were about to be touched by the Spirit of God in a way that would change them forever. They would be the first of a vast multitude that would follow in their steps.

Sermon - The Day of Pentecost Changed Everything Acts 2:1-41 Acts 2:1-6, 12-21, 36-41 “On the day of Pentecost[a] all the believers were meeting together in one place. 2 Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it filled the house where they were sitting. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-6, Acts 2:12-21, Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Methodist

Living The Invitation: Jesus’ Way Of Evangelism

Contributed by Chris Layton on Jul 24, 2025

Paul’s joy wasn’t in perfect preachers—it was in Christ being shared. But how do we share Christ effectively? Jesus Himself showed us the way. Let’s look at four ways Jesus lived out the invitation to His love and grace, and how we can follow His example.

Living the Invitation: Jesus’ Way of Evangelism Introduction Have you ever invited someone to a celebration, only to hear them say, “I don’t go to church—it’s full of hypocrites”? That stings, but it points to our calling: to live in a way that draws people to Jesus’ love, like inviting them to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Matters Most Sermon V: Staying Occupied With The Joy In Your Heart Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 5, 2020

True meaning in life is found by mature Christians who make the most of the joy Christ their Savior put in their hearts as they share their joy with others.

MAKING THE MOST OF GOD-GIVEN TIME: STAY OCCUPIED WITH THE JOY IN YOUR HEART Lewis Bates became an agnostic while attending Ohio State University in his hometown of Columbus, Ohio, but then he went to a Billy Graham Crusade, which interrupted his march toward atheism and led him ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20

The Fountain Of Youth

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Apr 24, 2013

Share how we can gain youthfulness through the Jesus Christ and the enjoyment of life.


Have you ever felt old, worn-out and used-up? Do you feel like everyone around you is draining you dry of any life that you have? The kids are always making constant demands on you, the boss gets raises and promotions as a result of work that you have done, your teacher expects you to have ...read more

Scripture: John 4:14

Denomination: Other

Do You Want Joy, Real Joy?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 20, 2001

I think Matthew wrote these Beatitudes down in the exact order that Jesus spoke them. And I believe Jesus had a reason for putting them in this particular order.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Matthew 5:1-12 There is a beautiful chorus that begins with these words, "Do you want joy, real joy, wonderful joy? Then let Jesus come into your heart." And this morning we will look ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Romans 8:29, 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy In The Christian Life # 6 - Defining Joy

Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Aug 30, 2005

This was a message in a series on "joy in the Christian life" from Nehemiah & Philippians

Some might think it a bit strange that I’ve called this Sunday morning series - "Joy in the Christian Life" = Because this is the 6th message in the series - And this will be the first week that I’m really dealing with the idea of joy - But the only joy available in the Christian life is Christian ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Is A Choice: God, Please Restore The Joy

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 4, 2019

Somewhere in recent times the church has seemed to lose the joy. While looking for the fire we are content to live in the smoke? Joy has medicinal power. May our cups be running over with the joy of the Lord.

JOY IS A CHOICE, GOD PLEASE RESTORE THE JOY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DON’T GAIN THE WHOLE WORLD JUST TO LOSE? We have so many people crying, do you know: “I CAN CRY IF I WANT TO…” I think many of us make the choice to mourn and cry about life instead of staying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12, Psalm 23:5, Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Rejoice In The Joy Of Jesus (Advent Joy) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 8, 2025

Joy is the unshakeable unbreakable reality that God is with us. Joy is the fruit of Jesus—born in Bethlehem, crucified at Calvary, risen in glory and reigning forever!

Go! And Rejoice in the Joy of Jesus (Advent Joy) “Good News of Great Joy” Introduction – Joy That Cannot Be Silenced Every December, the world chases happiness—lights, tinsel, songs, food, presents. But happiness is fragile, happiness fades when the decorations come down and reality returns. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-11, Isaiah 9:2, John 15:9-11, Psalm 16:11, Philippians 4:4-7, Nehemiah 8:10, Romans 15:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

5 Benefits Of Sharing Your Faith

Contributed by Yuen Woh Voon on Apr 30, 2007

The goal of this sermon is to encourage believers to share their faith by enumerating 5 benefits of witnessing.

5 Benefits of Sharing Your Faith Acts 8:26-40 Intro It was a time of persecution in Jerusalem. Instead of running scared, the believers saw God’s hand to push them out of Jerusalem so that they can witness and make disciples of “all nations.” Many went to Samaria in accordance to the word of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Charismatic

Sharing Heaven’s Good News Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

All who receive God’s message of forgiveness should help share it with others.

Sharing Heaven’s Good News Acts 16:12-40 Intro: In Luke 2:10-11, God sent angels to give a message to some Jewish shepherds. The message went like this: “I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:12-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gospel: Take A Deep Breath And Share It Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 1, 2007

The chief cause of most of our failure and misfires when it comes to being a soldier of the cross is using someone else’s weapons or tools…and not the ministry to which we have been personally called and gifted by God.

When the LORD restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream. Then our mouth was filled with laughter, and our tongue with shouts of joy; then it was said among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them." The LORD has done great things for us, and we rejoiced. Restore ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Sharing The Harvest Pt. 2 (Spiritually) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 18, 2022

The Bible teaches us that we need to share the harvest financially, physically by discipling and mentoring others for the Kingdom of Heaven. But in the process of discipleship we share the harvest spiritually as well.

Series: Sharing the Harvest PT 2! (SPIRITUAL) Testimony Illustration: • Brock – Sharing my faith with others! • Ann – Mentoring others spiritually! Thesis: The Bible teaches us that we need to share the harvest financially, physically by discipling and mentoring others for the Kingdom of Heaven. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27, Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Tips On Sharing Your Faith Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 31, 2004

Using Phillip’s encounter with the Ethiopian eunuch, we can find some important instruction on how to share our faith with another individual

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 8:26-40 TITLE: “SOME TIPS ON SHARING YOUR FAITH” INTRODUCTION: A. What gets you excited? --Someone: “You cannot kindle a fire in any other heart until it is burning in your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing Your Faith Your Way

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Oct 22, 2002

Telling our story in a way that fits our personalities. Adapted straight out of "Becoming A Contagous Christian" material

Sharing YOUR Faith YOUR Way: Acts 3-4 October 19-20, 2002 Intro: Last week my wife came home from work and said, “I feel bad. I realized on the way home that I had an opportunity to share my faith with a co-worker and I blew it. She had asked a question about how we balance life with both of us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-23, Acts 2:22-24

Denomination: Baptist