Sermons on Time To Rejoice:

My Spirit Rejoices

Contributed by Dietrich Bonhoeffer on Aug 2, 2012

Who will say with Mary: The Lord has looked with favor on my lowliness. My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior.

The song of Mary is the oldest Advent hymn. It is also the most passionate, the wildest, and one might almost say the most revolutionary Advent hymn that has ever been sung. This is not the gentle, tender, dreamy Mary as we often see her portrayed in paintings. The Mary who is speaking here is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Lutheran

Rejoicing In His Salvation

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 2, 2011

David recognized that the joy of salvation is not the product of man’s work or effort but is rather of God.

REJOICING IN HIS SALVATION “And my soul shall be joyful in the Lord; it shall rejoice in His salvation.” Psalm 35:9 David recognized that salvation is not the product of man’s work or effort. He referred to salvation as “His (God’s) salvation”. The Apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:9

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Lord - Always!

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 20, 2013

Not rejoice in the Lord 'anyway' - but Rejoice in the Lord "Always".

REJOICE IN THE LORD - ALWAYS! Philippians 4:4-7. It was midnight, and in a certain prison in Philippi, the Apostle Paul and his missionary companion Silas had been left to languish in chains in a dark dungeon. However, if we were to listen in at the door we would not hear the moans and groans ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice Through Trials Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 21, 2009

A joyful humble spirit will help you persevere during trials.

REJOICE THROUGH TRIALS James 1:9-11 PROPOSITION: Because Christ humbled Himself even unto the death of the cross, you must practice humility during periods of trials. I. Rejoice through trials regardless of your social status. v. 9-10 A. Impoverished believers must rejoice in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Throne Of Christ! Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 17, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ rules from His eternal throne, you are able to find stability and security in Him.

Rejoice in the Throne of Christ! 2 Samuel 7 PROPOSITION: Because Christ rules from His eternal throne, you are able to find stability and security in Him. I. Focus on the blessings of God. v. 1-3 A. David pondered God’s blessings (1-2). 1. He was made king. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Why Saints Rejoice Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

WHY SAINTS REJOICE

Psalm 33:1-22 WHY SAINTS REJOICE I. They Rejoice In His Work i. The Nature of The Singers - 1 Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous: for praise is comely for the upright. ii. The Nature of The Singing - 2 Praise the Lord with harp: sing unto him with the psaltery and an instrument of ten ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus Rejoices In The Spirit.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 3, 2025

What a privilege we have in Jesus.

JESUS REJOICES IN THE SPIRIT. Luke 10:21-24. LUKE 10:21. Jesus gave thanks to the Father. Jesus rejoices that God reveals Himself to “babes” - “for so it seemed good in Thy sight.” All the wisdom of the wise could not find God, but He reveals Himself to humble folks ‘in the face of Jesus Christ’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice And Be Glad! - Matthew 5:12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 7, 2024

Jesus’ warnings about persecution were extremely earnest. If we are not prepared ahead of time, we will not be able to endure and remain faithful when serious persecution comes. This message will show you how to prepare.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:12

Why Is The Death Of God's Saints Precious In His Sight?

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Mar 13, 2007

Death is a common denominator to all living thigs. But, the death of a saint of God is viewed, by God, as something special and it is a time of rejoicing as the saint leaves this world of sin and goes to a perfect place to be with our Lord. This makes God

Psalms 116:15 WHY IS THE DEATH OF GOD’S SAINTS PRECIOUS IN HIS SIGHT? I. COMMITMENT: * A. Caring. B. Changing. C. Contentment. II. CESSATION: ** A. Cries. B. Cares. C. Calamities. III. COMMENCEMENTS: *** A. Compensation. B. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15

Denomination: Methodist

Hava Negilah - Let Us Rejoice!

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Apr 4, 2010

The cry goes out - He is Risen - will we realize what joy this brings... to God?

Concordia Lutheran Church Easter Sunday, August 4, 2010 Hava Nagilah Isaiah 65: 17-25 † IN JESUS NAME † May the grace, the incredible love and mercy of God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ bring you great rejoicing and peace this day, as we begin to grasp that we, united with His death and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25

Denomination: Lutheran

You're Married To God. Rejoice In It As He Rejoices

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 20, 2022

What a blessing to be married to God.

1.23.22 Isaiah 62:1–5 1 For the sake of Zion I will not be silent. For the sake of Jerusalem I will not be quiet, until her righteousness goes forth shining brightly, and her salvation burns like a torch. 2 Nations will see your righteousness, and all kings will see your glory. You will be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Let Us Rejoice - For He Has Turned Sorrow Into Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on May 2, 2010

In view of the cross and resurrection - we have to see it - for us to realize that our sorrow now - is not permanent - but joy-filled

Let us Rejoice - He turns sorrow to Rejoicing Let Us Rejoice, For He has made Sorrow – Dance! John 16:12-22 † IN HIS NAME † May the Grace, the Mercy and Peace that God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ has poured out on you through the Spirit, create is us the ability to rejoice and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-22

Denomination: Lutheran

The Frustration Of Time

Contributed by Nick Gowers on Jan 23, 2005

We live in a world that is out of our control, yet knowing that there is a bigger picture.

It was a Sunday evening early last summer. The evening service in Little Shelford Parish Church had finished. I had packed up everything, tidied up and was rejoicing in a very good day. A teenage girl had been baptised in the morning and we had all just had an excellent time in the youth group. It ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Time-Lies Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 11, 2009

Fifth and final in series Slowing Down. This message looks at the illusions and distortions we hold regarding the use of our time and how they keep us from being available.

Time-lies Slowing Down, part 5 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers November 8, 2008 Today we’re in the last message in our series called Slowing Down. Last week I gave you five specific ways you can slow down your life. Today I want to talk to you not about your schedule but about your ...read more

Scripture: John 3:20-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Why Jesus Rejoiced With Rejoicers And Wept With Those Who Weep

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care.

1. Jesus knew that people generally do not care how much you know until they know how much you care. The Lord really empathized with people by using the power of the Spirit to identify with all aspects of their lives. Jesus fully comprehended the pain, suffering and heartaches of people because He ...read more

Scripture: John 11:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational