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  • C. Philip Green avatar

    The Word Of Life Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 13, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,345 views

    If you want to experience the true joy of Christmas, experience Christ personally and share Him with others.

    In the classic movie, A Christmas Story, young Ralphie wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, but his mom’s only response is, “You'll shoot your eye out!” In fact, all the adults in Ralphie’s life have the same response, including his teacher and even Santa Clause. Take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    To Live: Grow Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 5, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,563 views

    Paul reminds us that true joy in life is found as we continue to grow spiritually!

    TEXT: Philippians 1:3-11 TITLE: To Live: GROW SERIES: To Live (Philippians series) TOPIC: Spiritual Growth OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church June 21, 2009 PROP.: We are EXPECTED to Grow. God wants us to Grow. Paul wants us to Grow. INTRODUCTION: Good morning! We find ourselves ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Intimacy With Christ: The Joy Of Worship PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
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     | 810 views

    This sermon challenges us to examine our hearts and ensure our worship of God is genuine, wholehearted, and reflected in our daily lives.

    Good morning, dear friends! It's always a joy to be in the presence of our loving Father, together with each one of you, and today we have a beautiful opportunity to deepen our understanding of the life we are called to live as followers of Jesus Christ. Our focus today is on the book of Isaiah, ...read more

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    Cheer In A Cheerless World

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 11, 2014
     | 4,623 views

    The world has joy and happiness directly proportional to circumstances. Real true joy is not dependent on things but rather on the person of Jesus Christ

    BAD NEWS TODAY Vilolence & death around the world Ukraine/ Russia & Crimea Warfare death of innocents MH17 Nigeria Boko Haram size towns & children W. Africa Ebola epidemic out of control Israel/Gaza - Hamas keeps rejecting cease-fire Iraq Isis murder & butchery Hurricanes & tornadoes Flooding & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Find True Happiness

    Contributed by Ronald Fair on Apr 4, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 4,016 views

    Rev, Fair speaks of ways to find the Happiness you seak

    HOW TO FIND TRUE HAPPINESS How blest are those who know they are poor; the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. How blest are the sorrowful; they shall find consolation. How blest are those of a gentle spirit; they shall have the earth for their possession. How blest are those who hunger and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Foundation Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,369 views

    As we begin the book of Philippians we immediately discover the true source of Paul’s joy.

    Philippians 1:1-6 Sunday, January 13, 2002 Have you ever asked yourself - "Why does pastor preach through a particular book?" Sometimes - there is a particular need in our congregation. Sometimes - the content of the book is needed as our theological anchor in the days in which live. Sometimes, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Happy People In An Unhappy World Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,596 views

    True joy is found in giving and receiving the unconditional love of Jesus. [Happiness is not found in our circumstances, but in the unchanging love of God.]

    Happy People in an Unhappy World Acts 24:1 - 27 Intro: What is the secret to true happiness? According to a USA Today article a few years back, psychologists now know what makes people happy. Marilyn Elias writes, “The happiest people surround themselves with family and friends, don’t care about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Secret Of Joy In The Lord: "because Of Christ"

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 23, 2025
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    True joy in the Lord is found not in our achievements or credentials, but in knowing, gaining Christ, and considering all things loss compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Jesus.

    The Secret of Joy in the Lord: "Because of Christ" (Philippians 3:7–11) 7 But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. 8 Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rejoice! (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 12, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,187 views

    In the book of Philippians, Paul tells us how to experience true joy by focusing on partnerships, the positive, and purpose.

    Rejoice! Choosing Joy in the Midst of our Mess (1) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/4/2015 What makes you happy? What brings a smile to your face and joy to your heart? You might think it would be money, power or fame. We may fantasize about going on a tropical vacation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Dreams Come True! Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 10, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,623 views

    In the place of your affliction, trust Him to use you for His glory, to make you forget your pain, and to make you fruitful as you live your life for Him.

    In 1969, in a science lab in New Jersey, Canadian physicist Willard Boyle and his colleagues invented the concept of an electronic eye. Using their knowledge of mathematics and the behavior of light they provided the science behind digital cameras known as a charged-coupled device or CCD. The CCD ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Benefits Of Unselfishness

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 24, 2011
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     | 6,925 views

    Jesus gives us the ultimate gift and teaches us unselfishness as the path of true joy and victory.

    Benefits of Unselfishness Romans 13:8-10 The following illustrations come from Sermon Central's Illustration collection. A fascinating study on the principle of the Golden Rule was conducted by Bernard Rimland, director of the Institute for Child Behavior Research. Rimland found that "The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Joy And God's Completion

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on Nov 16, 2025
     | 71 views

    Paul reminds us that true joy comes from trusting a faithful God who begins, sustains, and completes His transforming work in all who follow Christ with grateful hearts.

    Our Joy and God’s Completion Good MORNING. Last week, we left Paul sitting in that Roman prison, as an ambassador in chains. Well, he’s still sitting there this week, though the guards have changed. New soldiers come in, and Paul keeps right on evangelizing them while writing a new letter to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    3rd Advent – Joy

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 15, 2023
     | 2,914 views

    Advent 3rd week – JOY. The Advent of CHRIST brings JOY to the WORLD. Too often we get all wrapped up in the busyness of the Christmas Season and miss the whole meaning of CHRISTMAS. Take time and stop and pause, and consider the TRUE JOY we are celebrating.

    2023.12.17.Sermon Notes. 3rd Advent – JOY William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Advent 3rd week – JOY. The Advent of CHRIST brings JOY to the WORLD. Too often we get all wrapped up in the busyness of the Christmas Season and miss the whole meaning of CHRISTMAS. Take time and stop and pause, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Thrill Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 18, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 8,199 views

    There is a true joy in being a follower of Jesus only if we are totally dedicated to Him in all aspects of life

    “The Thrill of Discipleship” Introduction: Brother Dan Shafer sings a song that says, “When you walk with the Lord you won’t get bored”. I think Brother Dan is right. In the world today there are many misconceptions about Christianity and what it means to be a Christian. Most Americans claim to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Joys Of Prison

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000
    based on 71 ratings
     | 5,692 views

    An examination of true Christian joy

    The Joys of Prison Philippians 1:3-11 October 25, 1998 Morning Service INTRODUCTION I. The Prescription for a Joyless Life 1. Make little things bother you: don’t just let them, make them! 2. Lose your perspective of things, and keep it lost. Don’t put first things first. 3. Get yourself a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God