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  • John Hamby avatar

    The Secret Of Joyful Giving Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 14,903 views

    Most of us when we think about joy in connection with money, think about the joy that it will bring when we get it, but the greatest joy of money is when we give it away for a greater purpose.

    Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 13 “The Secret of Joyful Giving” Philippians 4:10, 14-19 Today we are going to finish a series that we have been calling “Restoring the Joy.” This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Philippians: The Backstory" Series

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jul 14, 2015
     | 9,652 views

    The Apostle Paul from house in Rome writes a beautiful letter of joy to the Saints at Philippi who are his joy and crown from a heart of joy which comes from knowing and loving God whole-heartedly!

    Cornerstone Church July 12, 2015 “Philippians: The Backstory” Philippians 1:1-11 Do you remember the days when ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Attitudinal Living Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,301 views

    Living the Christian life is all about attitude.

    Attitudinal Living Text: Phil. 4:4-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: The story is told of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever occurred in his life (positive or negative) and remarking, "This is good!" ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Love Names

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 9, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
     | 3,829 views

    Exploring the joy of our new name.

    Love Names Rev 2:17 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it. KJV Every couple ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Travis Moore avatar

    Preaching G. E. M. S.

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Dec 6, 2000
    based on 121 ratings
     | 3,593 views

    The joy and importance of preacing - A sermons FOR preachers

    Preaching G. E. M. S. 2 Timothy 4:2 Introduction: The Priority of Preaching - A. Words for “preach” in the KJV Bible: 1. Preach - 50 times in 47 verses 2. Preached - 61 times in 59 verses 3. Preaching - 27 times in 27 verses 4. Preacher - 11 times in 11 verses 5. Preacheth 3 times in 3 verses 6. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Steven Angus on Sep 26, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,088 views

    THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT "Love, Joy and Peace"

    May I Introduce You to the Holy Spirit? #4 THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT "Love, Joy and Peace" Galatians 5:13-26 One question often asked when discussing is the Holy Spirit is , “When does a person receive the Holy Spirit?” Is it at water baptism or does it come latter, after a person has been a ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    Giving Thanks: The Will Of God For Your Life Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,901 views

    Thanksgiving, joy, God's will, prayer

    GIVING THANKS: THE WILL OF GOD FOR YOUR LIFE! 1 Thess 5: 16-18 (p837) Nov. 13, 2011 INTRODUCTION: I have some genuine questions as I approach this text this morning…As Paul wraps up his first letter to the church in Thessalonians he hits on some specific but essential ingredients for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Treasuring Christ Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 4,459 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Treasuring Christ

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Treasuring Christ Philipians 1:18b-26 David Taylor As we work through this letter, we are seeing that Paul sees all of life consumed and centered around Christ and the gospel. All of life is centered on, sustained by, and empowered by his relationship with Christ. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Beware Of Legalism Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 3,489 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Beware of Legalism

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Beware of Legalism 3:1-8 David Taylor Legalism is deadly and it is dangerous. It brings about spiritual bondage and frustration in the Christian life, it hampers the inner transformation of heart; and it robs us of joy and intimacy with Christ. It is a tool of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Are You Weeping?! Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 27, 2014
     | 13,760 views

    Tears of Joy at Easter. The tomb is empty.

    Why are you Weeping? April 20, 2014 John 20:1-18 Whether we want to admit to it or not . . . we all have dreams. We set out at a young age, with dreams. Oftentimes they’re little boy and girl fantasies. And sometimes they become realities. We dream about fun and exciting stuff, glamorous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Child Of Laughter Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 4, 2012
     | 7,537 views

    God's plan, laughter, joy, sacrifice

    Amazing Births: A Child of Laughter Matthew 1:1-2 (pg. 681) December 2, 2012 Introduction: Matthew, the record keeping tax collector, begins his gospel record as any good number cruncher would, with a list…an important and precise list, too. “A record of the genealogy of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Can God Say? Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 11, 2012
     | 5,404 views

    Joylessness is transformed into joy by the coming of Christ.

    “Questions About God: What Can God Say?” Is. 40:1-11; Mk. 1:1-8 More than two hundred years ago in the industrial ghetto of Liverpool, England, a sophisticated young man climbed the steps of a stone monument called the “market cross”. Leaning against the cross and looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Rejoicing In The Gift

    Contributed by Sue Richard on Dec 15, 2007
     | 4,654 views

    Mary is a model of how to find joy

    LUKE 1: 46-50 REJOICING IN THE GIFT- 12/16/07 I’m sure you’re well aware that the theme for today is JOY. “Rejoicing in the Gift.” The banner announces the theme, the songs we sang, the story for the children. Yet, I know Christmas is not a season of joy for many people. Last ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    "Think Of Theses Things – Part 2”

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 18, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,510 views

    The formula for joy in a Christian’s life.

    “Think of Theses Things – part 2” June 22, 2008 ”Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Who Shall Roll The Stone Away?

    Contributed by Victor Haynes on May 18, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,744 views

    The joy and hope of the resurrection of Christ for the believer.

    Who Shall Roll Away the Stone? Mark 16: 1-8 When someone asks a question something about the person asking the question is revealed. This is why, many times, we are all hesitant to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist