Sermons on Joyfulness: showing 16-30 of 9,304

Stay Joyful Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

A believer can overcome anxiety through learning to rejoice in the Lord, to lighten up and to cast their cares on the Lord.

#27, 10-28-07 Stay Joyful Introduction, Which of these four songs reveals your attitude towards life? 1) “Make the World Go Away” 2) “Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head” 3) “I did It My Way” 4) “Oh, What a Beautiful Morning” Text, Philippians 4:4-7 I. The Problem With Anxiety A. Anxiety defined; ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Joyful Decision Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jul 26, 2009

This is week five of a seven part series based on Andy Andrews book, the Traveler’s Gift. This week we look at the Joyful decision and how that looks in the beleiver’s life.

To be like Christ, to be Christ like. That is the goal of most Christ followers, if you ask people who are serious about their faith where they want to go in their spiritual journey they will tell you they want to become more and more like Jesus. But what does that mean? One of my favourite ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Joyful Givers Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 27, 2009

David inspires the nation to joyfully give toward the temple. We learn some important lessons about giving from David’s example and words.

Introduction: A. One day a father decided to take his son to McDonalds for some French fries, because he knew how much his young son loved French fries. 1. The boy was elated at his father’s offer, and so they drove to McDonalds. 2. As they placed their order, the young son was surprised when his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

B Joyful Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 15, 2009

Why sing? Isn’t singing just for "singers"? And what if I don’t like the songs? Do I have to sing anyway?

OPEN: I read the true story about a woman who bought her daughter a really nice Baby Grand Piano for her birthday. A few weeks later, one of her friends asked her how her daughter was doing. “Oh,” she said, “I persuaded her to switch to a clarinet.” “How come?” asked the friend. “Well,” – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

With Joyful Thanks

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Nov 30, 2009

Our Thanksgiving is lived out through the Advent season as we seek to draw nearer to God, even as God in Christ Jesus draws nearer to us.

Always after Thanksgiving, I just want to plop down in a chair and go, “Ahhhhhhhh!” Thanksgiving is a funny sort of holiday; somehow relaxing and tiring at the same time. Between cooking, eating, catching up with friends and family, and now Black Friday shopping; it’s enough to energize you and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Be Joyful Always

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 7, 2014

A topical sermon on joy based loosely on 1 Thessalonians 5:16 (Outline from Mark Copeland at: http://executableoutlines.com/1thess/1th5_16.htm)

HoHum: I've got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart, Where? Down in my heart! Where? Down in my heart! I've got the joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart, Down in my heart to stay. And I'm so happy, So very happy, I've got the love of Jesus in my heart, Down in my heart, And I'm so happy, So ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Homes That Are Joyful Series

Contributed by Dave Stone on Jun 19, 2013

“Why is a personal relationship with Christ the foundation for a joyful home?” It's because Christ is the source of our joy.

You may be single, but today’s message will help to point you in the right direction should you get married and have kids in the future. You may be older or widowed. These principles are ones that you can pass along to your kids and to your grandchildren. The family is under attack from all ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joyful Generosity Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 17, 2015

If you want to develop joyful generosity, start by giving your self to the Lord. Then give your songs to the Lord, then your substance to the Lord.

Several men in the locker room of a private exercise club were talking when a cell phone laying on the bench rang. One man picked it up without hesitation, and the following conversation ensued: “Hello?” “Honey, It's me.” “Sugar!” “I'm at the mall two ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Joyful Generosity Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 21, 2016

Give and bring praise to God, participate in the sharing of the Gospel, and profit from it yourself.

A church was getting ready to receive pledges to their building fund, when the pastor thought of an ingenious way to get everyone to pledge. He called in an electrician and wired the seats. Then when the collection time came the following Sunday, he announced to the congregation, “All pledges ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Joyful Trials Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

1st in a series on James dealing with our response to trials.

“Joyful Trials” Introduction Before we examine one of the magnificent “trees” (passage) in this forest (letter), I will first provide a brief overview of the “forest”. Our task in Bible study is to first understand what God intended to communicate to the original readers. How did they understand ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Be Joyful" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2010

God's will for each of His children is that we live the joy sustained life.

In this passage, the apostle Paul clearly tells us some things that are God’s will for each of us in Christ Jesus. Since success in life could be defined as “Knowing the will of God and being in the center of it,” this passage is one that we should carefully meditate on and seek ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Joyful Benediction Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

The Joyful benediction (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Jude verses 24-25. As a guess, I don not think I am too far wrong to say that the letter of Jude; • Is one of the least read and therefore least known parts of the New Testament! • Certainly one preachers avoid (when did you last hear a sermon - me neither!) • Ill: ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24

Denomination: Brethren

Be Joyful In Suffering Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 10, 2011

During this series we will be looking at Paul

Philippians Pt2- Be Joyful in Suffering (some thoughts taken from a sermon by Craig Groeschel on Joy) Introduction/Review Continue with our 2nd part- in series on Philippians. Paul- founded- church- 10 years prior to this letter. Philippi-Roman colony-Macedonia, NE corner- Greece. Philippians- ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Joyful Relationships Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

#12 in series. How to get along with others.

Colossians 3:18-4:1 – JOYful Relationships Rabbi David A. Nelson likes to tell the story of two brothers who went to their rabbi to settle a longstanding feud. The rabbi got the two to reconcile their differences and shake hands. As they were about to leave, he asked each one to make a wish ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Joyful Always

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Dec 20, 2018

Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

Today's scripture verse encourages us to be joyful always, pray all the time and give thanks no matter the circumstances; good or "not so good" as I always say. But is it possible to do all the above when you are facing challenges and struggles in your life? Well, beloved, I will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational