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  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Joy Of Getting Serious Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 17, 2020
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     | 4,017 views

    Based on Phil. 3:12-21, sermon challenges hearers to keep pressing on in their salvation.

    “THE JOY OF GETTING SERIOUS” Phil. 3:12-21 FBCF – 8/16/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sometimes the word “serious” conjures up less-than-pleasant thoughts. Some of the synonyms for that word: - Grievous – Menacing - Grim – Threatening - Ugly – Unamusing - Unhumorous – Severe So, how can the title of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joy Of Confidence In God Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 30, 2020
     | 3,759 views

    Based on Phil. 4:19 - This sermon encourages the hearers to be confident in God's faithful provision for their needs.

    “THE JOY OF CONFIDENCE IN GOD” Phil. 4:19 FBCF – 8/30/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Story of couple, Fred & Cheryl – adopted a 5 y/o girl Haitian girl named Addie whose parents had been killed in a car accident. Beautiful moment when that little orphan walked across the tarmac at the airport ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Turning Fear Into Joy

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 21, 2024
     | 2,082 views

    If we think about it, if we go through a fearful time in our life, when all turns out okay and are settled, we tend to be joyful.

    For the past 3 weeks, we have been talking about having a reverent fear of God, about feeling secure from fear in the arms of God, and replacing our fear with courage. Today, we are going to talk about bringing it all together and turning our fears into joy. If we think about it, if we go through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy Comes In The Morning

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 30, 2024
     | 1,863 views

    Resurrection message dealing with Mary Magdelene meeting Jesus at the empty tomb. Jesus found her weeping but she left full of joy.

    Title: From Weeping to Joy Theme: To show how Mary Magdalene went from weeping in her life to joy. Text: John 20:1 – 18 Note: Part of the idea for this message came from Unshakable Hope by Max Lucado ch. 11 John 20:1-18 Now on the first day of the week Mary Magdalene went to the tomb early, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Joy, The Choice Of Celebrating

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

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    03 Joy In Humility Series

    Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 17, 2025
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     | 1,210 views

    Bottomline: Joy flourishes when we embrace Christlike humility.

    If you’ve ever heard about the life of Mother Teresa, you know her story is remarkable. She spent decades serving the poorest of the poor in the slums of Calcutta, India, tending to people who had nothing—no money, no health, no hope. She didn’t live for comfort, recognition, or personal success. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    04 Joy In Obedience Series

    Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 17, 2025
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     | 567 views

    Bottomline: Joy flourishes when we obey God with faithfulness and serve others in love.

    Defiant joy. It’s not a fleeting happiness tied to circumstances but a resilient, unshakable joy that thrives regardless of what life brings. That’s the kind of joy Paul writes about in his letter to the Philippians. Over the past three weeks, we’ve explored how this joy can flourish in our lives ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Joy Of Kingdom Citizenship Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 2, 2025
     | 728 views

    The more we embrace our identity as Kingdom citizens, the more we will experience the fullness of joy that comes with it.

    THE JOY OF KINGDOM CITIZENSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:20 "For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ." Supporting Texts: Luke 10:20, Romans 14:17, Colossians 1:13, John 15:11, Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Joy In The Middle Of The Journey

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Mar 8, 2025
     | 753 views

    A sermon that encourages us to choose Joy not only because of who God is, but because of what He has done for us

    Today I want to talk to you about choosing joy because of who God is and what He has promised. “Let me start by asking you a question —have you ever been in a season where it felt like life hit the pause button? You’re praying, you’re waiting, you’re doing everything right, but it feels like ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Identify The Thieves Of Joy

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 29, 2025
     | 158 views

    We have studied JOY. Now let us consider the THIEVES OF JOY. By identifying the things that steal our joy we should learn to guard our hearts.

    IDENTIFY THE THIEVES OF JOY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Several part lesson. A STEALER IS A PERSON OR THING THAT TAKES WHAT DOES NOT BELONG TO THEM. Joy is personal strength and power. Joy is a foundational element to continue and endure to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Received With Joy, Not Rejected

    Contributed by David Zachrich on Aug 9, 2023
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     | 2,108 views

    Rejection is painful, especially when you had hoped to be warmly received. It is the issue that Jesus addressed while in the Temple days before His arrest, persecution, and crucifixion.

    Jesus concluded, “’The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; the Lord has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes’? Therefore, I tell you that the kingdom of God will be taken away from you and given to a people who will produce its fruit.” Matthew 21:33-43 Friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Joys Of Christmas Series PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,410 views

    Explores the transformative power of the joy of salvation, its constancy despite circumstances, and its potential to influence those around us.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's wonderful to see each one of you here today, gathered in His name, ready to receive the Word and the joy that it brings. We are here to celebrate, to learn, to grow, and to be inspired by the timeless truths encapsulated in the Holy Scriptures. Today, we ...read more

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    Joy To The World (Advent) PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,497 views

    Explores the joy and redemption found in the birth of Jesus Christ, as experienced by shepherds, angels, Mary, Joseph, and the prophet Simeon.

    Welcome, beloved, to this blessed gathering where we congregate to hear and heed the word of God. Today, we find ourselves standing on the brink of an extraordinary revelation, a revelation that will illuminate our hearts and guide our spirits. We will be turning the pages of the Holy Scripture to ...read more

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    Christ Our Joy PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 21, 2023
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     | 945 views

    This sermon explores the joyous announcement of Jesus' birth and the profound, sustaining joy found in union with Christ. Key

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a wonderful day to gather together in His name, to bask in the warmth of His love and the light of His word? We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts are ready to receive, our spirits are eager to embrace the message ...read more

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    Sing A Song Of Joy PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 2,025 views

    Explore the joy of singing, praying, and reading the Scriptures as forms of worship, and to encourage believers to express their faith in ways that reflect the Christ within them more than the culture around them.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a blessing to gather here together with joyful hearts to praise our Lord. I'm reminded of a quote from A.W. Tozer, who once said that, "Worship is no longer worship when it reflects the culture around us more than the Christ within us." Today, ...read more

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