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Experiencing The Joy Of Fellowship! Series

Contributed by Jamie Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Christians are called to enter into fellowship with God and each other.

Introduction In the fall of the year, Linda, a young woman, was traveling alone up the rutted and rugged highway from Alberta to the Yukon. Linda didn’t know you don’t travel to Whitehorse alone in a rundown Honda Civic, so she set off where only four-wheel drives normally venture. The first ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

O, The Joy Of Teaching

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 3, 2000

A humorous view of Jesus Sermon on the Mount.

O, The Joy of Teaching “Now when he (JESUS) saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, and he began to teach them, saying: · "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. · Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Your Salvation

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction 1.

Introduction 1. Friends, you and me have reasons to rejoice. As believers, we are people who have reason to have joy. * - we have a heavenly father who created us and gave us this rich and bounteous earth to live in * - He has provided all that we need for life and for the enjoyment of life * - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Cry For Restored Joy

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Psalms 51:12,13 says,"Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.

Psalms 51:12,13 says,"Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit. Then will I teach transgressors thy ways ; and sinners shall be converted unto thee." So many today in churches all across America have lost their joy and are not ready to admit it has happened. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-2, Psalm 51:1-12

Joy Comes In The Mourning

Contributed by R Davis on Oct 18, 2000

Main Idea: We can find hope, love and faith in the words spoken by the angel on that first Resurrection Sunday.

Main Idea: We can find hope, love and faith in the words spoken by the angel on that first Resurrection Sunday. Interrogative: Is there a message for today us in the words spoken by the angel on that first Resurrection Sunday? I. Background (vv. 1-5) II. A Word That Gives Hope. (v. 6) 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:5-7

Joy - For A Season, For A Lifetime

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Tonight we have joy in this place.

1. Tonight we have joy in this place. The joy of music bringing forth the joy of Christnas. Christmas is a season of joy. The story of the birth of Christ is a story of joy. 2. This is what the angel told Zechariah when he told him that s on would be born to him - a son who would make ready a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Fear To Joy

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

In this Christmas Day message, we see how the angels appeared to the shepherds, who were afraid when they saw them and teh glory of God. The angels tell them to not be afraid but to joyful.

Introductory Considerations 1. "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord." 2. It is with these words that the first newscast was made to the world about the greatest event ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Joy Is A Fruit

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

What is the fruit of joy and how can we get it?

Introductory Considerations 1. Today we look at the second fruit of the Holy Spirit. Of all the fruit this is the one that seems a little different - for the fruit represents the character of God. 2. While we may think of God as faithful etc. we seldom think of joy as a character of God. We have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Joy Of The Christian Life

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 22, 2000

True joy comes from being in Christ

The Joy of the Christian Life John 15:1-11 August 16, 1998 Morning Service Introduction A. The great vine of Hampton Court: There is a grapevine under glass, estimated to be over 1,000 years old, it has only one root - 2ft thick, some of the branches are over 200ft long, it produces tons of grapes ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Joy - Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 3, 2001

We’ll identify some enemies of joy; then look at a perfect example of joy; & then consider, "How do we experience that kind of joy?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. Last week we began looking at Galatians 5:22 where Paul speaks about the fruit of the Spirit in our lives. Listen as I read it once again. Paul says, "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, John 15:5-11, Romans 8:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Full Measure Of Joy Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 5, 2005

We need to know the what and why of this joy—what true joy is all about and why joy is a mark of believers. The source of joy is not found in this world; it is external, from Above.

“The Full Measure of Joy” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “I am coming to You now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have My full measure of joy fulfilled within them” (John 17:13). It may seem surprising, but Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13

Denomination: Congregational

The Joy Of Your Salvation

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Aug 21, 2006

Do you still have your joy? Here’s some ways to keep it.

Goals – PSALM 51:10-13 ---- The Joy of Salvation There are tons of churches, that will you what not to do...... Don’t drink, cuss, smoke, work on Sunday, long hair, get a tatoo, raise hands, read that translation, bowl, play lottery , wear pants, go to Vegas– or have any fun This morning I want ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy In The Waiting Room

Contributed by Marie Harvin on Sep 14, 2006

This sermon tells us that while we are here on earth we are in God’s waiting room and we should make our time useful and joyful.

If you ever had an appointment with a doctor, dentist, lawyer, etc, you have notice when you arrive at their office, usually the first thing the receptionist say is, have a seat. We will be with you soon. The offering of a seat is an invitation to rest while you are waiting. While you are waiting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Joy Of Abiding In Christ

Contributed by Pastor Yolito De Gracia on Sep 17, 2006

God wants His children to be fruitful and joyful. V8,11. But this can be only achieved by Abiding in Christ. Abiding is a reciprocal principle, when we abide in Christ , God the Father is glorified and in return we will experience the fullness of Joy.

Title: THE JOY OF ABIDING IN CHRIST Text: John 15:1-11 John 15:4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. John 15:11 These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Forgiveness Ii

Contributed by Todd Riley on Nov 1, 2005

An exposition of Psalm 32

Islington Baptist Church July 24, 2005 Psalm 32 Scriptures: I John 1-2:2, Romans 5:1-11 The joy of forgiveness As people we spend of lot of time and money pursuing pleasure and joy. What sorts of things bring joy? WAIT FOR RESPONSES What is the typical “shelf life” of the joys that we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist