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Intro ; What does it mean to be a person with sorrow? Feeling or showing grief, distressed, a state of sadness On the flip side what does it mean to be a person of rejoicing? One who is glad, enjoying a state of joy and happiness, jubilant with delight The real question is how can you be both of these…

Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. The mercies of God put genuine love on full display. Paul's writings in Romans 12 paint for us a clear portrait of Christian living. His work leaves us feeling overwhelmed, for we see what we are to be, Christ. Predestined to Christ-likeness are…

We are continuing to look at God’s will expressed through his choice. Deuteronomy 12:1-7 is the first place that we have “bahar” in the context of Yahweh choosing a place. However, I could not help but ask this question: Where is the first place God chose to dwell with his creation? He chose to dwell…

16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Introduction: God Wants You To Be I. Cheerful 16 Rejoice always, 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! 11 But let all those rejoice who put their trust in…

Philippians rotates around this hymn of Humility and Power. It is a summary of the Gospel. 5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, 6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a…

The church is to rejoice in the salvation brought about by Jesus Christ’s faithful life and death, and by the power of his resurrection. Even in adversity, believers know the joy of Jesus Christ.

Fiery Trial a fiery trial comes to test test- demonstrate proof James 1:3 1 Peter 1:7 Don’t Be Surprised 4:4 - the old crowd mocks your departure standing for Biblical principle= rejection REJOICE! INSOFAR as you share in Christs sufferings Christ’s glory will be your reward and vindication Isaiah 62:10-11…

Make the Choice to Rejoice It’s simple, but it’s not easy. Have you ever heard that saying? We’re going to look at something this morning that is extremely simple to understand. But out of this world difficult to do. What is it? Let’s look… We’ll start in verse 1 of chapter 4... 1 Therefore, my beloved…

1 Oh come, let us sing to the Lord ! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. 2 Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving; Let us shout joyfully to Him with psalms. 3 For the Lord is the great God, And the great King above all gods. 4 Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city…

What would it be like to live in a world where you didn’t have God’s presence with you? When we talk about the presence of God we have to explain what aspect of his presence that we are talking about. For God is all-present, called omnipresence. For our children today - That means God is everywhere.…

There are a lot of conversations going on in our culture right now about the idea of justice. The word justice is a hot button issue at the moment. Unfortunately, it is becoming a divisive issue in our country. People on both sides of the issue are crying out for justice. There is a wide spectrum of…

In these moments of uncertainty, is there a reason to rejoice? How did Paul deal with Anxiety and sorrow? Paul has noting to boast about other than to rejoice in the Lord. That's our safeguard.

God ensures the progress of the gospel will move forward despite those who rage agiainst it.

Easter Story While driving to church on Easter Sunday a few years ago, I told my children the Easter story. “This is the day we celebrate Jesus’ coming back to life,” I explained. Right away, my son, Kevin, three, piped up from the backseat, “Will he be in church today?” —Peggy Key, Portage, Michigan…

Introduction Greetings… One of the greatest travesties in the kingdom of Christ is the lack of joy and rejoicing that goes on. God is clear, Christians should “rejoice always.” 4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 1 Thessalonians 5:16 (ESV) 16 Rejoice always One of the reasons rejoicing…

Introduction The sermon “Finding Joy in Christ” from Philippians 1:1-11 centers on Paul’s profound joy despite his imprisonment, as he encourages the Philippians to continue in their partnership in the gospel, growing in love, knowledge, and discernment. Paul’s joy is rooted in his confidence that God…

Light In a Dark World The biblical difference between light and darkness is staggering. They are on complete opposite sides of the spectrum. 12 Therefore, my dear friends, just as you have always obeyed, so now, not only in my presence but even more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear…

Text: Luke 10:21-24 Series: The Emotional Life of Christ [Song: “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” while parents yelling, kid’s crying] There is an overwhelming amount of misery in our world - a misery that we are unaware is showing. It seems that many Christians today see the “cup as half empty”.…

Text: Luke 10:21-24 Series: The Emotional Life of Christ There is an overwhelming amount of misery in our world - a misery that we are unaware is showing. [Song: “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” while parents yelling, kid’s crying] It’s as if we have learned to be ok with smiling for the camera…

16 Rejoice always; 17 pray without ceasing; 18 in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. ‌ Introduction: the behavior of man needs to be changed. There is one thing that will change it as much as anything else: seeing and grasping the Lord’s return to earth. If a person…

Introduction Last week, we looked at verse one where Paul tells us: “Stand firm in the Lord in this way . Last week we told you that Paul was going to show us three ways that we are to stand firm in the Lord and in this way . Last week we looked at standing firm by: Living together in unity (v. 2-3).…