Sermons on The Joy Before Jesus:

Advent: Joy

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 9, 2007

The good news of great joy for all people is shocking news that we dare not get used to.

Humans are complex creatures, aren’t we? Those we love we tend to hurt. We love God and yet we sin against God. We have goals and aspirations that are noble and strong , and yet we get tripped up by our own weakness along the way to fulfilling our goals. We can never seem to outrun the allure of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember The Joy

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Apr 28, 2009

Our strength to live out this Christian life is NOT rooted in effort but rather in “THE JOY OF THE LORD!!!” In our sermon today we will see: 1. WE HAVE PERMISSION TO ENJOY GOD (8:9,10) 2. WE HAVE A PROCESS FOR ENJOYING GOD (8:10a) 3. WE HAVE

“THE JOY OF THE LORD IS OUR STRENGTH” “Second Sunday after Easter” Nehemiah 8:9-12 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (Read passage) • Over the last several weeks I have preached messages of misunderstanding who Christ is, applying the resurrection of Christ to your heart, having faith in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12

Denomination: Orthodox

The Greatest Question Of Life

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014

We are all faced with questions but there is one that is the most important of all, What will I do with Jesus?

Matthew 27:22 KJV Pilate saith unto them, What shall I do then with Jesus which is called Christ? They all say unto him, Let him be crucified. I. INTRODUCTION—QUESTIONS A. From the Bible -All throughout the Bible there are many questions that were asked by men and women. Some of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy In The Shadowlands

Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003

The premise of this sermon is that even in the midst of life’s sorrow, there is a depth of joy that abides within us.

Advent III – Joy Luke 2:26-55 In the wonderfully reflective book entitled, The Prophet, one can contemplate these words: The woman questioned the one she called Prophet of God, saying: “Speak to us now of Joy and Sorrow”. And he answered: The same well from which you laughter rises was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:26-55

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Of Salvation

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

Revival is not about guilt trips, programs, or emotional hype — it is about seeing God afresh and rediscovering the joy of salvation. True revival happens when we move from obsessing over our failures to fixing our eyes on the God who forgives, restores, and renews.

“Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation, and uphold me with Thy free spirit.” Psalm 51:12 Introduction – Passion Misplaced The kingdom of God is not going to advance simply because our churches are full of people. No — the kingdom of God is going to advance when the people who are in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-15, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 1:18, Matthew 4:7, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Rediscover Joy Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 16, 2020

Joy bubbles up throughout the Christmas story. Does it bubble up from you?

[I am grateful for the Sermon Series Kit Rediscover Christmas. This manuscript relies heavily on that series.] Rediscover Joy Matthew 2, Luke 1 Good morning! Please turn in your Bible to Luke 1. We’re also going to jump over to Matthew 2 for a little bit, but we’re going to mostly camp out in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Got Joy? Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Nov 5, 2007

The way of the world seems to focus on pleasing ourselves or pursuing a life of ease. But that brings no lasting satisfaction. God is so much bigger and has so much more for us, no matter our circumstances.

Introduction Years ago, Robert Fulghum wrote a profound essay. This is how it began. “Most of what I really need to know about how to live…I learned in kindergarten. Wisdom was not at the top of the graduate school mountain, but there in the sand box at nursery school. These are the things I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Recipe For Joy

Contributed by Shelly Griffin on Jan 20, 2001

This passage gives us a no-fail recipe for joy.

Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 The other day one of the ladies of the church stopped by my office and gave me this beautiful cookbook. It was put together by an organization she belongs to, and it contains about 500 recipes. Some of these recipes are very elaborate, like this one for ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-10

Denomination: *other

The Joy Of Giving

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 8, 2022

'The Joy of Giving' - 2 Corinthians chapter 9 verses 6-11 sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Generous Sowing (vs 6) (2). Cheerful Giving (vs 7) (3). Abundant Blessing (vs 8-11) SERMON BODY: Ill: • The Inuit people live in the northern part of Alaska, • When missionaries first tried to translate the Bible into their language, • They found they had a problem with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Brethren

Consider It Joy

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Considerations 1.

Introductory Considerations 1. It was one of the happiest and joyful times of my life. I had grown up in church and made confession of faith, but as most of you know, I went through a period of years when I stopped believing in Christ. It all seemed unreal. 2. For various reasons, used by God, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Time Of Joy Series

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

First-person narrative, preached in a series of narratives for Advent

A Time for Joy Luke 2:8-20 Greetings, good neighbors—I have a tremendous tale to share with you. My name is Jacob (my father named me after the great patriarch because he admired the man’s shrewdness and ability to get what he wanted). I am by trade a shepherd. Do not worry my friends, I am ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy Of Repentance

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Mar 25, 2023

"....not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?" God is loving, kind, good, and wants His very best for his children. There can (and is) be JOY in repentance!

INTRODUCTION Romans 2:1-5 “Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things. But we are sure that the judgment of God is according to truth against them which commit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-4, Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Joy

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 23, 2013

Joy is an indicator of a genuine growing relationship with the Holy Spirit. It is a barometer which measures the inside spiritual condition.

The Spirit Of Joy Romans 14:17 - “For the Kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.” Galatians 5:22 - But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith. The best things in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17

Denomination: Charismatic

Joy And Pain

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Feb 14, 2024

How are your current trials (pain) preparing you for not only what you need today (or tomorrow), but what others may need today (or tomorrow) as well? This is a quick devotional that will encourage believers to "reframe" their pain.

Joy and Pain What do the words joy and pain mean to us as believers? How is it that these words go together? James 1 is a place to start in considering these questions. “Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3, Galatians 6:2, Romans 8:28

The Joy Of Giving

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 23, 2014

There is great joy in giving back to the Lord!

The Joy of Giving March 23, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: There is great joy in giving back to the Lord! Focus Passage: 2 Corinthians 9:6-12 Supplemental Passage: "But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-12

Denomination: Baptist