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  • Tim Zingale avatar

    The Leap Of Joy

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 19, 2000
    based on 97 ratings
     | 14,889 views

    A sermon for the Fourth Sunday in Advent

    Our gospel lesson this morning, is the story of two pregnant women, Mary and Elizabeth, Mary who was pregnant with baby Jesus and Elizabeth who was pregnant with John who later was called, John the Baptist. Mary went to see Elizabeth after she found out from the angel concerning the child who was ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Leap Of Joy

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 14,921 views

    A sermon for the 4th Sunday of Advent

    Fourth Sunday Advent Luke 1: 39-45 (46-55) "The Leap of Joy"  39 ¶ In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a city of Judah, 40 and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. 41 And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the babe leaped in her ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Journey To Joy

    Contributed by John Slythe on Mar 6, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 12,167 views

    Joy is a Journey Experience. We have it, but every so often, we feel we suddenly need it.

    The Journey To Joy Isaiah 55:6-13, “Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked man forsake his way and the evil man his thoughts. Let him turn to the Lord, and he will have mercy on him, and to our God, for he will freely pardon. For My thoughts are not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Exponential Joy Series

    Contributed by Steve Bond on Oct 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,393 views

    Does our faith show us how tomeet any and every situation...and come out on top? From slight adjustment to major makeover the Bible guides our steps. Attitude is key.

    In his excellent book, Laugh Again, Pastor Chuck Swindoll relates a true story that illustrates the innocence of childhood. One evening a grandmother was spending time with a very precocious granddaughter The little girl looked up and asked, “How old are you Grandma?” The woman was startled and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Trialful Joy

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 8, 2009
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     | 3,398 views

    Trials and tests are no fun. James doesn’t tell us to consider it fun but to "consider it all joy." Trials and tests are gut wrenching and drawn out at times, but the one thing that we must know is that God is with us through the whole ordeal.

    Opening illustration: After William Carey was well established in his pioneer missionary work in India, his supporters in England sent a printer to assist him. Soon the two men were turning out portions of the Bible for distribution. Carey had spent many years learning the language so that he could ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Joy Stealers Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,587 views

    Let me briefly introduce and describe for you three “joy stealers.”

    THE JOY STEALERS GALATIANS 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: How many people have lost their joy? Go to the average Baptist church on any given Sunday and observe. One would think it was a morgue. Vance Havner once told a congregation, “I’ve seen happier faces on an iodine bottle.” To hear some, life is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Joy Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,669 views

    What do you find joy in? Perhaps the answer to that question reveals who you are. Are you wise or foolish? What makes for a good time reveals what our minds and heart are made of.

    Proverbs 15:20-24 Good Joy 7/28/02 D. Marion Clark Introduction What do you find joy in? Perhaps the answer to that question reveals who you are. Are you wise or foolish? Do you have it together or are you still missing what life is about? Are you at heart good or bad? What makes for a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Joy Of The Lord PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 174 views

    True strength comes not from our own efforts, but from receiving and resting in the deep, sustaining joy that Jesus freely gives to us.

    Some weeks feel like a treadmill stuck on high speed. Emails multiply, news headlines weigh heavy, and the to-do list seems to lengthen while our energy shortens. Maybe your smile has been performing overtime while your heart has been running on empty. Friend, you’re not alone. And you’re not left ...read more

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    The Candle Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 11, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,058 views

    The Candle of Joy is lit when we encounter Jesus and that encounter should change us!

    INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • There are many reasons for one to be joyful during the Christmas holiday. I know it can be a buy time, but where one stays centered on the reason for the season, how can one help but be filled with joy. • If your Christmas season is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Joy To The World Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 4, 2021
     | 3,362 views

    The purpose behind Christmas is to see in Jesus the joy of salvation and the redemption of man

    Rediscovering Christmas #3 Joy to the world Good Morning everyone As the church right now is being restricted by what it can do because of the pandemic, I want you to know that the church is also seeing some miraculous things being done in the life of its people. God has not turned His back on ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Walking In Joy PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 762 views

    Explores the importance of cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives and living a life led by the Spirit.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to see all of you here today, gathered in His name, ready to receive His Word and His wisdom. We're gathered here, not merely as individuals, but as a community, a family, united by our faith in Jesus Christ, our Savior. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

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    Surprised By Joy

    Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 31, 2020
     | 3,126 views

    Not all surprises are pleasant/

    Surprised By Joy John 19:17-30 David P. Nolte (Due to coronavirus, this sermon will be broadcast via fm radio during “drive-in-church” at a venue with adequate parking). Life is full of surprises. Not all surprises are pleasant ones, though. You’ll believe that when you step on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Adversity To Joy Series

    Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Apr 18, 2020
     | 4,712 views

    God's people have been crossing the wilderness of sin for 4o years and now the leader they counted on has died, they are faced with the uncertainty of life. God reassures them that He hasn't brought them this far to leave them.

    God's people have been crossing the wilderness of sin for 4o years and now the leader they counted on has died, they are faced with the uncertainty of life. God reassures them that He hasn't brought them this far to leave them. Today we live in uncertain times. People today face a bleak ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Epistle Of Joy

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Sep 27, 2025
     | 207 views

    This is a six-part sermon series on Paul's letter to the Philippians.

    A SIX-PART SERMON SERIES ON PAUL’S EPISTLE TO THE PHILIPPIANS #1: THE GOD WHO CLOSES AND OPENS DOORS INTRODUCTION A. Paul wrote four epistles from prison: Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. B. In this lesson, we will explore Paul’s second missionary journey that led him to Philippi. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Struggling Joy Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 22, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 9,459 views

    Part 4 of study of Philippians

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor The challenge of Christian decision-making Philippians 1.22b ------------------------------------------- What shall I choose? Have you ever been faced with choices? None of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist