Podcasts about great joy

This week, Terrence's message centers on Luke 1 and the theme of the wrestle of joy and obedience, using Mary's story as a model for faithful discipleship. God meets people where they are, anticipates their weaknesses, and invites them beyond themselves for the sake of His redemptive work. Obedience is not about personal strength but dependence on God. As we follow Him, obedience leads to deeper trust, endurance, and peace rooted in God's faithfulness. We are encouraged to say yes to God's invitations, trust His promises, and take the next faithful step forward.

Good News & Great Joy Miscellaneous Speaker: Kurt Huber Scripture: 2 Kings 6:24-7:16

Welcome back to the Motion Church Podcast! Today we're wrapping up our series called “The Great Joy Heist.” As Pastor shares in the message, “I believe that joy is a treasure. I believe that it is a valuable, valuable thing.” This series has reminded us that while life can sometimes distract, discourage, and even try to rob us of joy, God invites us to return to the source. As you'll hear today, “The joy of the Lord is not based on circumstance… it's based on truth.” And as we step into a new year together, Pastor also reminds us that clarity matters for who we are and where we're headed: “You've got to know who you are. If you don't know who you are, you're setting yourself up for trouble.” So lean in today as we talk about guarding our hearts, protecting our joy, and walking in the fullness of God's purpose. Let's jump into Week 3 of The Great Joy Heist.

Luke 24:50-53 | JD Summers The incarnation and resurrection of Jesus are essential and wonderful truths, but we should not ignore his ascension either. When Christ ascended into heaven, he gave us a great cause for rejoicing. Jesus has been accepted by the Father, who has exalted him to his own right hand. Jesus has fulfilled God's promises and provided salvation! This should lead us to worship and to share the gospel, proclaiming our risen, exalted Savior and encouraging one another that he is returning soon.

Luke 2:8-21 8 And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. 10 And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. 12 And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, 14 “Glory to God in the highest,     and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!”[a] 15 When the angels went away from them into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, “Let us go over to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has made known to us.” 16 And they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby lying in a manger. 17 And when they saw it, they made known the saying that had been told them concerning this child. 18 And all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them. 19 But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart. 20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen, as it had been told them. 21 And at the end of eight days, when he was circumcised, he was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before he was conceived in the womb.

"Great Joy For All People!" Pastor Stephen McCoy 12.28.25

Advent Week 3: Jesus wants your joy to be abundant! Jesus' intention is not that you just get enough joy, but that your joy would be so prolific that it spills out and is given away. When we live this joyful life, in a joyless world, it becomes our greatest witness. When others see us sustained in the midst of suffering, they will wonder what sustains us. Our consistent, unshakable joy is a living invitation.Support the show

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In this final message of the Rejoice series, Pastor Jim teaches from Luke 2 and explores the angelic announcement to the shepherds, showing how the glory of God should evoke great fear—yet through Jesus, that fear gives way to great joy and peace on earth. He reminds us that God's holiness is overwhelming and unapproachable, like lightning that should consume us, but in Jesus, that immense power is made near and safe, wrapped in flesh and laid in a manger. Jim challenges listeners not to grow numb to the miracle of God's presence, but to respond with awe, rejoicing, and renewed peace. Just as the shepherds were invited into joy and Mary treasured all these things in her heart, we are invited to behold the Savior, prepare room for Him, and let our hearts melt before the one who brings peace to those on whom His favor rests.

In Luke 2:8-20, we learn that only the Gospel offers true joy, peace and purpose.

Welcome to the Sunday Morning Worship Service of New Covenant Christian Ministries with Pastor Bill and Dr. D'Ann Johnson. Our mission is “Transforming all people into fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.”  In today's sermon, Pastor Kenneth Bryant II continues in the Advent series, focusing on joy.

Christmas often finds us tired, burdened, and carrying quiet fears beneath the lights and songs. In this Christmas Eve message from Luke 2, we hear the angel's announcement spoken straight into the darkness: “Do not be afraid.” Discover how true joy doesn't come from changed circumstances, but from God's gracious action—sending His Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior, Messiah, and Lord. Into real fear, God brings peace. Into real darkness, God sends light.Mission Church — www.missionlasvegas.com

Great Joy in Times of SadnessLuke 2:8-17 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.we are in December, the darkest time of the year, and for many, this time is all darkness and gloom. people sometimes become depressed and downcast. They've even got a name for it, - they call it ‘Seasonal Affective Disorder' - with the appropriate acronym ‘SAD.' But for the believer reading the account of the birth of Christ there is the story of the angels and the shepherds, and the wonderful message - behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy! Great joy at the darkest time, the very opposite of SAD. A message that the world really needs to hear.Read the NOTES HERE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Pressure Paradox | Finding Joy in a Burnout CultureWe live in a "pressure cooker" culture. From financial stress to the pressure to perform, it often feels like the weight of the world is crushing us. But what if the answer isn't to build thicker skin, but to change what's inside?In this message, Pastor Charlie explores the "Pressure Paradox." Using a surprising lesson from the Mariana Snailfish—a creature that survives crushing depths not with armor, but with internal pressure—we discover how biblical Joy acts as a stabilizer for our souls.In this message, we cover:

Merry Christmas from Media Gratiae. In this special episode, Jordan and John conclude their series on meditating on the incarnation of Jesus. They explore what it means that Christ took on our flesh without sin, how the incarnation shapes our reconciliation with the Father, and much more. Of particular focus is a practical application that has been especially meaningful to Jordan: how the incarnation of Jesus equips us to wage war against and mortify our own sin. Christ is the only human to fully experience the weight of temptation, yet He never yielded. He endured to the very end, glorifying the Father fully. We pray that this episode, along with the linked Scriptural meditations and the series as a whole, nourishes your soul this Christmas season and strengthens you in the year to come 25 Meditations on the Incarnation: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/pages/advent-meditations Good Tiding of Great Joy by Charles Spurgeon https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/devotionalsdaily-readings/good-tidings-of-great-joy/ Jordan recommends this Christmas Devotional: https://grace-ebooks.com/library/J. C. Philpot/JCP On The Sacred Humanity of The Blessed Redeemer.pdf Christ Our Treasure: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/products/christ-our-treasure-enjoying-the-preeminence-of-jesus-in-the-local-church-dvd-streaming 00:00 – Welcome & Overview 01:00 – Incarnation in Life 03:30 – Fighting Sin Through Christ 06:00 – Christ Our Example 10:00 – Beholding and Being Transformed 13:30 – God's Humility 17:00 – Identifying with Sinners 20:30 – God Takes Our Name 24:00 – Stooping to Save 27:30 – Historical Hope 30:00 – Emmanuel: God With Us

Christmas isn't just a tradition we repeat; it's a moment that interrupts real life. In Luke 2, God sends angels to shepherds, not kings or religious leaders, to show us that this good news is for everyone. Jesus comes as Savior because we need rescue, and as King because we're not meant to run life on our own. When we receive him, Christmas changes us, bringing peace with God, joy that isn't based on circumstances, and a calling to share the good news with others. Subscribe for More: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdBjWoX3iFFfi7rhni6iUxQ?sub_confirmation=1 Learn More on Our Website: https://www.calvary-church.com Follow Us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calvarychurchpennsylvania and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calvarychurchpennsylvania #calvary #church #christian #sermon #message #souderton #quakertown #pennsylvania

Series: Good News, Great Joy, All People Mike Bellanti December 24, 2025

As we celebrate another Christmas on this side of eternity, we want to halt the news in its tracks (since there are never good tidings nor great joy most weeks) and talk about Isaiah, David’s throne, and some of the lighter things that make the holidays joyful. It’s always bittersweet, Christmas – because the chains we have that tie us to this planet mean we suffer hurt, loss and difficulty all through the year. But at the same time that sweet-sour paradigm allows us to rejoice and carry on because on the other side is hope. For those who aren’t drawn into the study of last days, we need to ask ourselves why, because we can’t get to the hope part quite yet. Jesus IS our hope, and while the things of God seem far away at times, He is ever near. He will return. We look at Isaiah 9 which is loaded with familiar Christmas verses, but what are the deeper aspects? Unto us. A Child is born. Children are born every day in the flesh. Oh wait – a Son is given! Humanity, and divinity in one verse. We also talk Christmas carols, full of doctrine; the promise of a Messiah on David’s throne despite a curse in the lineage, and who exactly were those Magi? A fun hour of chat about holiday Spirit and letting God use us however that might look right now.

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On that first Christmas night, shepherds were watching their flocks when suddenly an angel appeared with a message from heaven. It wasn't a message of judgment or fear, but of great joy! Pastor John Munro unpacks the angel's announcement and reveals how heaven's joy comes to earth through Jesus.

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Join us as we celebrate the night that changed everything—when God stepped into our world and brought good news of great joy, true peace, and lasting hope for everyone. Connect with Journey Christian Church: Website: journeychristian.com New Here? journeychristian.com/new Need Prayer? journeychristian.com/prayer Next Steps: journeychristian.com/nextsteps Instagram: @fljourneychurch Facebook: fljourneychurch

December 21, 2025

A 15-minute podcast of Bible teaching, Monday - Friday, by the President and Editor of the Sword of the Lord Publishers, Dr. Shelton Smith.

Pastor Peter took us to Mary's story in the gospel of Luke and reminded us that nothing is impossible with God.

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Luke 2:8-14   8 And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. 10 And the angel said to them, "Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. 12 And this will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in swaddling cloths and lying in a manger." 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, 14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom He is pleased!"   Key Words: Shepherds, Glory, Angels, Fear, Good News, Great Joy, All People, Savior, Christ, Lord, Peace Keystone Verses: And the angel said to them, "Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people." (Luke 2:10) Download Bulletin

Advent is the time each year when the church slows down to focus on the words of the angels in Luke 2: "For behold I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people." What is this good news and why does it cause great joy? This holiday season, we will take a dive into both, explore their meaning, and why it can bring breakthrough in each of our lives!

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The Angel announced the birth of Christ with good news of great joy! What is the good news of Christmas in the birth the Savior?

Good news! God replaces our great fear with occasion for great joy: He saves us, keeps us from stumbling, and welcomes us into His joyful, eternal presence.

Join us as teaching elder Adam Vinson continues our study through the gospel of Luke. Notes for this sermon can be found at the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OrLCsx4PYuX4bL2tfWMwD9rmgxwh_KRZ/view

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Experience how the arrival of Jesus awakens a deep, unshakable joy that transforms ordinary moments, calms our fears, and endures long after the Christmas season has passed. Connect with Journey Christian Church: Website: journeychristian.com New Here? journeychristian.com/new Need Prayer? journeychristian.com/prayer Next Steps: journeychristian.com/nextsteps Instagram: @fljourneychurch Facebook: fljourneychurch

Series: Good News, Great Joy, All People Luke 2:10 Jon Mahlstedt December 21, 2025

The incarnation is one of the most familiar doctrines in Christianity—and yet one of the most overlooked. This week, Dr. John Snyder is joined again by Jordan Thomas to slow down, look closely, and recover the awe that Scripture invites us to feel as we consider the eternal Son taking on human flesh. Last week they walked through key biblical passages on the incarnation. This week they turn to the profound reflections of Isaac Ambrose in his classic work “Looking Unto Jesus.” The book can be difficult to find today, but we've linked an ebook edition and a print-on-demand copy in the show notes. You can also monitor the Reformation Heritage Books website and sign up for updates when it comes back into print. Ambrose is deeply helpful here because he lifts our eyes to the person of Christ Himself—and to all the benefits that flow from Him into the life of every believer. As we move through this Advent season and fix our hearts on the incarnate Christ, we pray that this episode—and the timeless insights of Isaac Ambrose—will strengthen your faith and warm your soul. Show Notes: 25 Meditations on the Incarnation: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/pages/advent-meditations Isaac Ambrose Looking Unto Jesus ebook: https://www.monergism.com/looking-unto-jesus-book-1-ebook physical: https://www.amazon.com/Looking-Unto-Jesus-Everlasting-Gospel/dp/1166391787 Good Tiding of Great Joy by Charles Spurgeon https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/devotionalsdaily-readings/good-tidings-of-great-joy/ Jordan recommends this Christmas Devotional: https://grace-ebooks.com/library/J. C. Philpot/JCP On The Sacred Humanity of The Blessed Redeemer.pdf Christ Our Treasure: https://shop.mediagratiae.org/products/christ-our-treasure-enjoying-the-preeminence-of-jesus-in-the-local-church-dvd-streaming

Today's episode explores the announcement of the Messiah! We follow angels as they reveal the heavenly plan of the Savior's birth. Follow along as we're introduced to fascinating characters and a host of men and women with incredibly integrity. You won't want to miss this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices