Sermons on the oil of gladness:

The Greatest Paradox Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 15, 2021

Jesus was a paradoxical person. How could He not be when He was both God and man? He was the most unique being that has ever been, and the result is we see Him exhibiting opposite characteristics at the same time.

Jesus was a paradoxical person. How could He not be when He was both God and man? He was the most unique being that has ever been, and the result is we see Him exhibiting opposite characteristics at the same time. He was a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief as He went through the experience ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Living In Thanksgiving: Service Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Nov 2, 2008

This message focuses on worship as service ...and how it should be something we do with gladness!

This morning, we are continuing our series on living in thanksgiving - and lets begin again by reading this text - let’s read it out-loud together this week... Last week we talked about ‘delight’ - for us to become tankful and live lives of thanksgiving we have to learn to delight in God - and we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:2

Denomination: Baptist

Will We Receive Rewards At The Judgment Seat Of Chr

Contributed by William D. Brown on May 9, 2008

I’m glad that Our Salvation is not based on how we live our lives.

WILL WE RECEIVE rewards at the judgment seat of Christ? I CORINTHIANS 10:1-13 I’m glad that Our Salvation is not based on how we live our lives. Ephesians 2:8-9 8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9Not of works, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Grumpy Or Joyful

Contributed by Greg Carr on Mar 7, 2010

Joy is a state of happiness when we are in communion with God, which leads to gladness, and delight.

Have you ever met any grumpy people? Don’t say any names out loud! I would imagine that every one of us have seen them from time to time. A grumpy person sees everything in a negative light. They only see the bad in life. They only see the imperfections of others. They are overly critical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On The Joy Of Emmanuel

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 8, 2023

Joy is defined as a feeling of great pleasure and happiness. It signifies feelings of exhilaration, ebullience and gladness.

Henri J. M. Nouwen, a Dutch priest and professor once remarked: “At first sight, joy seems to be connected with being different. When you receive a compliment or win an award, you experience the joy of not being the same as others. You are faster, smarter, more beautiful, and it is that difference ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 17:13, Romans 15:13, James 1:2

Let The Spirit Of God Enable You To Effectively Communicate

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 7, 2007

Twenty ministries of the Holy Spirit found in Isaiah 61 that were evidenced in the life Jesus and Paul the Apostle.

Let the Spirit of God Enable You To Effectively Communicate (Isa 61:1-11) Contrary to certain assumptions you do not have to be perky and pretty like Katie Couric and receive a $20 million salary before you can be an effective communicator. Consider Howard Henricks who has taught at Dallas ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Glorified By God Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 4, 2019

Third Isaiah, chapters 56-66, is a book of Glory. Book talks on eternal life on earth. It gives a picture of the New Millennium concept. God is going to give greater majesty to all, Splendour to all.

Isaiah 61:1-7 Glory and Honour Introduction: Third Isaiah, chapters 56-66, is a book of Glory. Book talks on eternal life on earth. It gives a picture of the New Millennium concept. God is going to give greater majesty to all, Splendour to all. 1. Own the Scriptures Chapter 61 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Golden Scepter

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 21, 2019

When God is with you in whatever project that you are doing, He would open iron doors for you.

Golden scepter Esther 5:2”….Esther came near and touched the top of the golden scepter… Listen to me, if you want to live a normal life then there would be no sweat but if you are a queen in the palace then there are responsibilities, is anybody listening to me? In the above scripture queen ...read more

Scripture: Esther 5:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christianity And Politics

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 9, 2007

Christianity and Politics are like oil and water, they say. But the Bible reveals reveals that Christianity and politics have no choice but to mix.

Christianity and Politics Theme: understanding that Christianity and politics have no choice but to mix. INTRODUCTION A. The First Amendment of our Constitution declares that, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” 1. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Happiness Is An Oily Beard

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 19, 2022

What does oil on Aaron's beard have to do with the unity of God's people?

OPEN: When Abraham Lincoln was running for President in 1860, he received a letter from an 11-year-old girl that some believe helped get him elected President. The young girl urged him to grow a beard because she believed it would hide the homeliness of his face and improve his chances. Lincoln ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Poverty Is Prevented By Diligence And Divine Sovereignty Series

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Mar 28, 2017

Part 2 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

"A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is a sorrow to his mother. Treasures gained by wickedness do not profit, but righteousness delivers from death. The Lord does not let the righteous go hungry, but he thwarts the craving of the wicked. A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Ready Set Go 2016 Is Here Lets Serve God With Joy

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 24, 2015

Why we should serve the Lord in 2016.

READY SET GO 2016 IS HERE LETS SERVE GOD WITH JOY Things that should make us want to serve the Lord this year. We should serve him because of all he has done for us Psalms 100:2 | Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Psalms 105:43 | And he brought ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:2

Denomination: Baptist

Let My Life Bring No Sorrow!.(Prayer Of Jabez) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 7, 2025

A Sermon on Living a Life of Joy and Impact.

LET MY LIFE BRING NO SORROW! By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 "And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Psalm 45 - Psalm Of The Sons Of Korah Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 18, 2022

Psalm 45 is a magnificent Psalm, one of the Messianic ones. This one worships the beauty of the King and covers His glory. It is deep and full of worship.

Psalm 45 For the choir director; according to the Shoshannim. A Maskil of the sons of Korah. A Song of Love. Ron Ferguson 2021 ronaldf@aapt.net.au You will notice a title to this Psalm, and the word “shoshannim” means lilies and it is probable referring to the shape of the musical instrument ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:3, Revelation 1:15, Revelation 19:11-13, Hebrews 1:8-9, John 19:38-40, Exodus 30:22-29, Ephesians 5:26-27, Ephesians 5:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Behold, The Bridegroom Cometh

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 6, 2016

Jesus reveals a parable of the Ten Virgins - each having their own lamp, but only five had oil in their lamps. When the call sounded to meet the Bridegroom, only five were ready. We must have oil in our lamps when the call is sounded to meet the Lord.

Behold, the Bridegroom Cometh Matthew 25: 1-13 We have read another of Jesus’ parables. Parables were used of our Lord to communicate a heavenly truth through an earthly illustration. This parable was given to the people of Israel, but there is application and instruction for each of us. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist