Sermons on Unexpected Joy:

Digital Discipleship: Sinaunang Karunungan Para Sa Mga Makabagong Kaluluwa

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 2, 2025

Ang bunga ng Espiritu ay lumalabas hindi bilang lumang moral na dekorasyon, ngunit bilang mahalagang arkitektura para sa mga kaluluwang nagna-navigate sa digital na kaguluhan.

Pamagat: Digital Discipleship: Sinaunang Karunungan para sa mga Makabagong Kaluluwa Intro: Ang bunga ng Espiritu ay lumalabas hindi bilang lumang moral na dekorasyon, ngunit bilang mahalagang arkitektura para sa mga kaluluwang nagna-navigate sa digital na kaguluhan. Banal na Kasulatan: Galacia ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Other

Known By Love

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 29, 2023

A new command I give you: love one another.

December 30, 2023 As we look forward to the start of a New Year, our minds naturally turn to the ever-popular idea of the New Year’s Resolution: • I’m going to lose 10 lbs. • I’m going to pay off my credit cards. • I’m going to eat fewer donuts --- Right!! Like that is ever going to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, Leviticus 19:18, Leviticus 19:34, Matthew 22:37-40, Luke 6:27-35, Ephesians 5:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Can These Dry Bones Live Again?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 1, 2024

How many dry bones can we find in our lives and in our churches?

I have a bone to pick with you. In the valley of dry bones, we can learn something about ourselves and our local churches. Let us take a moment to find out what these dry bones can tell us. Some Bible scholars, theologians, teachers, or preachers may say that the translation of this chapter ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Whispers Of The Enemy

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 5, 2024

The words of doubt or unbelief that our dead situations will not change and God’s promises will not be fulfilled are the whispers of the enemy. These whispers can come from our surroundings or even from our close friends. Social media is flooded with all this whispers of the enemy.

These days lot of Christians live a life of defeat or disappointment by believing the whispers of the enemy. Our situations in life may be dead or defeated. When our situations are dead and defeated, we easily believe the words of our surroundings or friends that situations are dead and will not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:36

O Taste & See That The Lord Is Good

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 10, 2024

God wants more than for us to hear about the goodness of God from someone else, He wants us to taste it for ourselves! Come to His table and be fed to the full!

O TASTE & SEE THAT THE LORD IS GOOD Ps. 34:8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: IT’S BEEN TOO LONG 1. When a Lady asked her friend if she was planning to attend church, she just shook her head. "I haven't gone in a long time," she said. 2. "Besides, it's too late for me. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Nose Prints On The Glass - 1 Peter 1:6 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 27, 2024

The kind of joy Scripture calls us to seems unrealistic, especially in times of sorrow. But human emotion is complex. This message shows the path to supernatural happiness.

1 Peter 1:6 In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. 7 These have come so that your faith--of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire--may be proved genuine and may result in praise, glory and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6

Brought To Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Spirit Filled Worship

Contributed by David Taylor on Dec 10, 2024

We have been looking at 5:15-21 which addresses the theme of walking in wisdom.

Brought to Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Spirit Filled Worship Ephesians 5:18-21 August 2, 2020 David Taylor We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided into two sections, chapters one through three describe ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is The Reason For This Season Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 13, 2024

Many years ago, someone came up with the bright phrase about Christmas. It is: “Jesus is the reason for the season!” And I love that phrase. Jesus is the reason for thanksgiving.

When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples,?“Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?” Matthew 16:13 The story is told of two women who were enjoying an elaborate lunch in a downtown restaurant. When one asked the occasion for the reason of lunch, the other lady ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"overflowing With Love And Joy: The Heart Of Christmas"

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Dec 20, 2024

Advent joy is the deep, unshakable delight that comes from knowing Christ is near—our hearts rejoice not because of perfect circumstances, but because of His perfect presence."

Title: "Overflowing with Love and Joy: The Heart of Christmas" Text: Joy: John 15:11 "I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete." Love: 1 John 4:9-10 "This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Understand Death On This Side Of Eternity Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 24, 2024

Only as we include God and His Word can we have peace and hope. Psalm 116:15, “Precious in the sight of the Lord.”

Paul spoke of our future home in 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, 6-8. Jesus spoke about our home in Heaven in John 14:1-6. I have often said, “Life is a continual adjustment, but not for the deceased.” They have made their last adjustment. Hebrews 9:27 says, “Once to die…” I wonder how many adjustments Martha ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Ain't Nobody Gonna Steal My Joy

Contributed by Mason Davis on Jul 19, 2025

Not allowing anyone to steal your joy

AIN’T NOBODY GONNA STEAL MY JOY By: C. Mason Davis One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Alex staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. The plaque was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on either side of it. The seven-year-old had been ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3

1 enjoying Relationships Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jul 21, 2025

God designed us for meaningful relationships—when we invest in them with love, gratitude, and grace, they become one of the greatest joys in life

1. We Were Made for This I’m always excited to start a brand new series, and today we’re kicking off a series called “Enjoy Life.” Doesn’t that sound good already? Life can sometimes feel like a long to-do list, or just something to survive, right? But God wants us to enjoy the life He’s given ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13, Romans 12:9-18

We Are Called To Encourage, Not Destroy By Pastor Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Aug 2, 2025

God has not called us to compete with each other, but to complete each other. We are living stones being built together into a spiritual house (1 Peter 2:5). Your role matters. Your encouragement matters. And someone’s breakthrough may be waiting on your obedience to speak life.

SERMON TITLE: We Are Called to Encourage, Not Destroy Main Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” Introduction: The Power of Words and Attitudes In a world filled with criticism, rejection, and emotional ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Happiness Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 8, 2024

God is interested in your happiness. Psalm 1:1-3 gives us a foundation in which we can build a happy life.

INTRODUCTION - This week, we will begin our third series in Core 52. - This series is entitled Singing the Sacred: - In the center of the Bible is the Book of Songs. - They cover various styles, moods, moments, and even instruments because they are the soundtrack of our spiritual lives. - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Enjoy Life- Enjoy People Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 6, 2024

This is the 193rd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 1st sermon from Philippians.

Series: Action [#193] HOW TO ENJOY LIFE- ENJOY PEOPLE Philippians 1:1-11 Introduction: Most Bible Scholars say that Paul wrote this letter to the Philippians at Acts 28:30. Acts 28:30-31 While Paul was under house arrest in Rome, he wrote this letter to the persecuted Christians in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist