Sermons on source of joy:

Insults Or Joy? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 11, 2008

Annas and Caiphas exhibit the truth that if we do not know God, we do not know ourselves. That produces insecurity, which, in turn, yields destructive defensiveness.

A riddle to begin with today. Can you answer this question? How do two porcupines hug one another? Very carefully! It’s one of those encounters in which, no matter how you approach it, somebody is likely to get hurt. And we all know some porcupines. Any one of us can be a porcupine on any ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

Developing Joy

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 3, 2012

Joy is a directive, a strong basis for the faith of a Christian and in our Christian journey we will find that joy is the opposity of happiness.

Developing Joy" Gal 5:22, John 15:1 Joy a directive a strong basis for the faith of a Christian And in our Christian journey we will find that Joy is the opposite of Happiness! Why? Well Happiness is the reaction to an action where as Joy is an action derived from God! What do I mean.... Find ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy: Overcoming Sorrow Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 4, 2023

Joy is the normal condition for believers. In the quiet of this moment, identify your source of happiness for a moment. Ask yourself, “What made me happy that is now missing in my life?” What fire have I been warming myself at instead of Jesus?

Happy Father’s Day to all! Dads and granddads, we greatly appreciate you! Good Morning to our Cross Church family meeting at Nance Elementary again this morning. Let me ask you a serious question, “What would like to change about your home?” If you could change one thing about your roommate, what ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-24, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Joy, The Choice Of Celebrating

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 17, 2021

THIS LESSON IS ABOUT JOY. It can be used as a Christmas message... but it can be used anytime. JOY A DAILY CHOICE... Today is a good day to have a good day.

JOY, THE CHOICE OF CELEBRATING… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. DO WE KNOW WHAT THE SADDEST TRADE EVER KNOWN TO HUMANITY COULD BE? NO ROOM… MY MOM TAUGHT ME ONE OF THE SADDEST STORIES OF THE BIBLE… Mom told me of King Herod killing all the baby boys… That was mean. But the story mom told me was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-11, Psalm 100:1-5, Psalm 96:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holy Compromise, Holy Joy

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Jan 28, 2021

The word "compromise" is a red flag among people of principle. But in the real world of human relationships, compromise is perhaps the most overlooked source of genuine joy.

Mark 2:1-5 (3) "And they came, bringing to Him a paralytic, carried by four men." The word "compromise" is a red flag among people of principle. But in the real world of human relationships, compromise is perhaps the most overlooked source of genuine joy. The fact is (1) ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

The Joy Of A Soul Winner

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 18, 2016

The Christian who is faithful in soul winning will have abundant rewards and a high position in the Kingdom of Jesus Christ

THE JOY OF A SOUL WINNER Study Text: Luke 10: 17 - 20 Introduction: - The winning of souls is a surpassing privilege that brings great joy each time a soul is won by the Gospel. - There is no greater happiness and rejoicing than to see someone you have spoken to, prayed for, and cared for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy

Contributed by John Mccormack on Mar 12, 2013

TRUE JOY IS TRUE FELLOWSHIP

JOY INTRODUCTION: RELIGIOUS WRITER, BROOK, REMINDS US “IN THE SPIRITUAL HARVEST, THE SOWER AND THE REAPER REJOICE TOGETHER”. TRUE JOY IS A REALITY FOR EVERY BELIEVER. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: READ 1 JOHN 1: 4 THE APOSTLE JOHN EXPLAINED THAT FELLOWSHIP IS DEEPER THAN A SIMPLE ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

Joy! Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jun 2, 2005

The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 3) How does human or natural joy differ from the everlasting and supernatural joy of the Lord? How can we receive the joy of the Lord? 5 "Sap-suckers" that keep joy from developing in our lives. Find sermon at www.praisea

JOY! The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 3) Galatians 5:22-23 • Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) [22] But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, [23] gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. INTRODUCTION: Someone paused leaving the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jan 10, 2016

God created us as emotional beings, yet even our emotions should come into captivity to Christ. This message on joy is the first in a series on human emotions.

Back in the summer, Disney’s Pixar Studios hit yet another home run with the film Inside Out. The film enters the mind of eleven-year-old Riley, and personifies five dominant emotions: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust. The five characters in Riley’s head, led by Joy, man a control ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Methodist

The Virtue Of Joy (3 Of 10) Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Feb 11, 2003

Joy and happiness seem to be the same thing. But there is a profound difference. Joy is a virtue because it comes from within and is not contingent upon the circumstances around us.

Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., was a member of the U.S. Supreme Court for 30 years. His mind, wit and work earned him the unofficial title of "the greatest justice since John Marshall." At one point in his life, Justice Holmes explained his choice of a career by saying: "I might have entered the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 5:3-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Joy Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on May 2, 2004

This is the third sermon in the Series on "The Fruit of the Spirit"

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS JOY—GALATIANS 5:22-26 and Hebrews 12:1-3 I first heard George Fredrick Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” from THE MESSIAH when I was in the sixth grade. I had been promoted to the junior high band before the end of my fifth grade year. Now it was December, 1959; I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Methodist

What Joy Awaits

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 6, 2011

Jesus prescription for joy for us is the sharingof our faith with others.

What Joy Awaits Sept 4, 2011 John 4:27-38 Intro: I have for you this morning a prescription for joy. Would any of you like to have more joy in your life? I suspect so, however I also suspect that many of you hear me say I have a prescription for joy and you are suspicious. I suspect that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-38

Denomination: Baptist

Joy

Contributed by David Trexler on Dec 21, 2006

Joy to the World

Sermon on Joy December 24th 2006 Today is the 4th Sunday in Advent where we celebrate the arrival of the greatest gift ever given to humankind and hopefully begin preparing room in our hearts and lives for the second coming of this King of Kings—Jesus the Christ! Joy to the world, the Lord is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Divine Guidance: The Path To Joy Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 2, 2023

God offers us guidance through His Word, His Spirit, and prayer.

"Divine Guidance: The Path to Joy" Introduction: Welcome the congregation and open with a brief explanation of the significance of divine guidance in our lives. Introduce the key verse: "When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 32:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Resource The Source PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

To encourage us to trust in God's provision and care for us, and to let go of our worries, as we seek first His kingdom and righteousness.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving deep into the heart of Jesus' teaching on worry and trust. We're going to talk about the Father who loves us, who provides for us, and who wants us to rest in His care. As the respected Christian author, Tim Keller once said, "Worry is not believing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Topics: God, Source