Sermons on Unexpected Joy:

The Joy Of Service PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Encourage us to find joy in serving others willingly with the unique spiritual gifts God has given us, as this glorifies God and blesses others.

Good morning, family! I'm so excited to share God’s word with you today from 1 Peter 4:10. "Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms." This verse speaks directly to us about the joy of serving willingly, using ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Topics: Volunteerism

The Joy Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

Explores the joy of Mary, magnification of Jesus, and the salvation message in Christ's birth, emphasizing hope and transformation through understanding God's Word.

Greetings, beloved family of God, and welcome to this blessed gathering where we come together, not as mere individuals, but as a collective body of Christ. We are here, united in purpose and spirit, to celebrate, cherish and comprehend the divine words of our Lord. Today, we stand on the precipice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56, Psalm 98:1-3

Topics: Joy, Messiah

Walking In Joy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

Explores the importance of cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives and living a life led by the Spirit.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to see all of you here today, gathered in His name, ready to receive His Word and His wisdom. We're gathered here, not merely as individuals, but as a community, a family, united by our faith in Jesus Christ, our Savior. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Topics: Fruit, Spirit

The Joy Of The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 23, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring, fulfilling joy found in God, distinguishing it from worldly pleasures, and how to maintain it during trials.

Welcome, dear friends, to another beautiful day that the Lord has made. A day to gather, to listen, to learn, and to lean into the love of our Heavenly Father. As we gather here today, we are united by one common purpose – to know our God more, to understand His word, and to find joy in His ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Topics: Christian's Joy, Lord

The Joy Of Hope PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023

Explores the hope and joy found in Christ, and how we can harness this hope in our lives.

Good morning, beloved. It is a joy to be in the house of the Lord today, where we gather as one family under His banner of love. We are here today to share in the Word of God, to draw from its well of wisdom, and to be nourished by its life-giving truths. We turn our hearts today to the prophetic ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

Topics: Joy, Hope, Christ

Gladness & Joy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024

Explores finding God's presence in times of silence and hardship, understanding the significance of communion, and the mystery of God's kingdom.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters. It is indeed a blessing to be gathered here today in the house of the Lord, with hearts open and ready to receive His Word. Today, we find ourselves in the heartland of the book of Isaiah, specifically chapter 16, verse 10. It reads, "Joy and gladness are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28, Isaiah 16:10

Topics: Matthew, Isaiah

The Joy Of The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2025

True strength comes not from our own efforts, but from receiving and resting in the deep, sustaining joy that Jesus freely gives to us.

Some weeks feel like a treadmill stuck on high speed. Emails multiply, news headlines weigh heavy, and the to-do list seems to lengthen while our energy shortens. Maybe your smile has been performing overtime while your heart has been running on empty. Friend, you’re not alone. And you’re not left ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Topics: Joy

A Unity That Guides Our Steps

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 21, 2018

Unity, Devotion, Joy, Awe

FOLLOWING JESUS INTO THE UNKNOWN 2018 - A Unity That Guides Our Steps February 25, 2018 Acts 2:42-47 (p. 759) Introduction: When I was 6 years old my family took a trip out west…we traveled in a Dodge Van that converted into a little camper…5 of us crammed into this little ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fearful Uncertain Crisis Or Powerful Unexpected Opportunity Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 23, 2020

Whenever we are in a dark and difficult time we will find ourselves at the crossroad of a choice between living in fear and uncertainty or embracing the opportunity that always lies within every difficult time.

Fearful Uncertain Crisis Or Powerful Unexpected Opportunity? OKAY - God did it again. He woke me up at 5 am on Thursday morning and once again He impressed upon me that it is still not the right time to launch our verse by verse study of the Gospel of Mark. SO TODAY – March 22, 2020 we will ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, John 16:33, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reach Out Your Hand Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction discusses the story of the Good Samaritan, emphasizing the unexpected compassion of the Samaritan and encouraging the congregation to use their God-given tools to bring reconciliation to a divided world.

Good morning church, so glad that you came to worship with us today. Last week we kicked off our series called Bridge Builders and discussed having the right blueprints that make all the difference in the process of forgiveness. As we continue through our Bridge Builders series today we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Topics: Compassion, Breaking Barriers, Unexpected Heroes

Sermon Series: Bridge Builders

You're What?!?: Mary's Unexpected Pregnancy

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 9, 2003

Life’s unexpected curves don’t have to be catostrophic for a Christian.

You’re What?!?: Mary’s Unexpected Pregnancy Luke 1:26-38 (Key verses 28, 34, 38) December 7, 2003 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker According to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, while both male and female reindeer grow antlers in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

You're What?!?: Mary's Unexpected Pregnancy

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 7, 2004

Life’s unexpected curves do not have to be catostrophic to the Christian.

You’re What?!?: Mary’s Unexpected Pregnancy Luke 1:26-38 (Key verses 28, 34, 38) December 7, 2003 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker (26) In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, [27] to a virgin pledged ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

Prince Caspian: Calling For Help, And The Unexpected Answer Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 21, 2009

God answers our calls, but not always in ways that are expected, and yet, they are wonderful beyond knowing.

Prince Caspian: Calling for help, and the unexpected answer Jeremiah 32:42-33:3 Faith is called faith because we have no proof. We believe in God and we accept His presence in our lives, not because we can say what He looks like and how tall He is, but because we rely on the evidence of our ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

God Unexpected: The Last Part Of The Gideon Story Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

God specializes in the “unexpected.” I think it is because what we “expect” is so often not in line with who God is and what God desires, that we get caught a little off guard, a little by surprise, when we step back and see what God is doing.

God Unexpected: The Last Part of the Gideon Story Judges 6:33-8:4 May 7, 2006 Intro: God specializes in the “unexpected.” I think it is because what we “expect” is so often not in line with who God is and what God desires, that we get caught a little off guard, a little by surprise, when we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lessons From Malta: Dealing With Unexpected Situations

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Oct 4, 2017

Have you ever been in situations like Malta? Paul is travelling for Rome but a mighty typhoon sends him to Malta. In the cold of the night and unfamiliar people, he learned to trust God in Malta and deal with unexpected situations.

THE LESSONS FROM MALTA: DEALING WITH UNEXPECTED SITUATIONS ACTS 28:1-10 Have you ever been in situations like Malta? Paul is travelling for Rome but a mighty typhoon sends him to Malta. In the cold of the night and unfamiliar people, he learned to trust God in Malta and deal with unexpected ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational