Sermons on The Duty To Be Joyful:

Second Mile Christianity

Contributed by Michael Martin on Sep 9, 2006

The First Mile is Your Duty; We Are to Walk the Second Mile for Christ.

(Mat 5:38-41) "And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain." Israel, during the time of Christ, was under Roman rule. They were their oppressors, and were hated by the Jews. One of the most hated of Roman laws: The one that would allow a soldier to force a person to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Fear Of The Lord

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Nov 1, 2006

Pleasing God and living for His glory should be the main duty of living.

THE FEAR OF THE LORD Ecclesiastes 12:8:14 (A Short message to the bretheren of the Worldwide Church of God) Bulawan, Prieto Diaz Sorsogon October 27, 2006 INTRODUCTION The paradox of Christian life appears when we see the Christian in his pursuit of the highest and noblest goal of living. To ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Elders, Deacons, And The Congregation Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 28, 2009

This sermon briefly examines the qualifications and duties of elders and deacons serving the congregation.

Scripture It is our great joy today to ordain and install one man, who has been duly elected by the members of this congregation, into the office of Deacon. The church is a living community of people redeemed by Jesus Christ. No one is more visible to the watching world than those who are in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Characteristics Of A Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 14, 2002

Characteristics of a Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40

Characteristics of a Mature Christian - Acts 21:27-40 Illustration:(Immaturity) Sat Apr 13, 8:22 AM ET TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla. (Reuters) - An 8-year-old Florida boy drove himself to school in a stolen car after missing the school bus, police said this week. The youngster was caught when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Act Like Men: Steadfast.

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 5, 2012

Endurance is required if we will be courageous in the face of opposition and if we will fulfil the duties Christ assigns.

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving 2013

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 11, 2014

When we are filled with the Holy Spirit we will show it in 3 ways. We will be joyful, thankful, and submissive.

Introduction: A Psalm 100:1-5 (NASB) 1 Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth.2 Serve the LORD with gladness; Come before Him with joyful singing. 3 Know that the LORD Himself is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.4 Enter His gates ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Repositioning For Destiny Fulfillment PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023

Encourages trusting in God's presence and promises, even in difficult times, drawing inspiration from Gideon's faith and courage in the book of Judges.

Beloved friends and family, gather near as we open our hearts and minds to the divine wisdom that awaits us in the sacred pages of our Bibles. Today, we find ourselves drawn to the Old Testament, to the book of Judges, chapter 6, verse 12. It reads, "When the angel of the Lord appeared to Gideon, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:12

Topics: Arise, Shine

Beyond Mere Service

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jan 11, 2003

Do you want to coast through your Christian life just serving God out of duty or do you want to go beyond fulfilling your duties out of sheer devotion for Christ?

BEYOND MERE SERVICE Luke 17:7-10 Introduction: 1. Jesus, here, makes a startling statement! 2. He compares how earthly masters treat their servants—even if they do a great job! 3. He then applies it to His disciples’ lives. 4. If you do everything that is required by Scripture, you are still ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Makes The Gospel Good?

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 1, 2007

Are we joyful and excited about the gospel? Do we really consider it “good”? Why?

“How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, ‘Your God reigns!’" (Isaiah 52:7.) Are we joyful and excited about the gospel? Do we really consider it “good”? Why? “How beautiful on ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Is Coming But First: Thanksgiving

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 22, 2010

A good seasonal spiritual wish-list should include a desire for a joyful and grateful spirit.

Title: Christmas Is Coming but First: Thanksgiving Text: Colossians 1:10-14 Thesis: A good seasonal wish-list should include a desire for a joyful and grateful spirit.. Introduction This morning you may be expecting that my thoughts are going to reflect a concern that retailers are so bent on ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Is My Everything Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 14, 2011

Introducing Philippians, the most joyful letter in the New Testament. And the joy is all about Jesus.

There are three New Testament books that are letters written from jail: Ephesians, Philippians and Colossians. I don’t know if anyone here has been to jail or prison, but I have... not as a resident or inmate, but as a minister. My cousin Phillip Melson, whom some of you may remember when he came ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Got Joy

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jan 20, 2012

As Christians we should be joyful because of who and what God has done for us.

Got Joy Galatians 5:22 Intro: How many of you remember the “Got Milk” commercials? The original one showed this guy who was obsessed with Alexander Hamilton. The commercial showed his whole house and it had pictures and statues and all sorts of paraphernalia every where regarding ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

Meet At God's House For Thanksgiving

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 23, 2014

God's place is a joyful place of thanksgiving and praise... when we prepare to make it so.

Title: Let’s Meet at God’s Place for Thanksgiving Text: Psalm 100 Thesis: God’s place is a joyful place of thanksgiving and praise… when we prepare to make it so. Introduction In that we do not have family nearby Bonnie and I are pretty intentional about where we will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unassailable Joy - Philippians 1:12-18 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 29, 2021

Does God want us to pretend to be joyful when we're miserable?

Philippians 1:12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my chains, most of the brothers in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

"The Joy Of The Lord Is Your Strength” Nehemiah 8:10

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 8, 2025

A message of hope in the times we are living in. Hoping and being joyful every day.

“The Joy of the Lord Is Your Strength” Stand with me and hold up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible I am what it says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess: My mind is alert, My heart ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational