Podcasts about joy week

“The Secret”Philippians 4:10-19

Think About It - Philippians 4:5-9

Sunday BBC Church Worship Sermon 7 12 2026 Freedom to Walk with Joy Week 2 Hebrews 12 - Rhodes - trimmed by Patrick Rhodes

“Pressing On”Philippians 3:1-14, 17-21

A sermon on Philippians chapter 2!

“Shine Like Stars”Philippians 2:12-18

Week 2 of our sermon series on Philippians.

The first sermon in our new series on joy from Philippians!

“How to Stay Together?”Philippians 1:27-30, 2:1-11

“Does Everyone Know?”Philippians 1:12-26

“What Are We Growing?”Philippians 1:3-11

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In this sermon, we dismantle the myth that joy is a prize to be earned or a mindset to be curated. Digging into the Christmas story—from the animals who bear witness to the cosmic claim of John's sarx—we discover that God has already pitched a tent in the fragile, biological stuff of creation. Joy isn't a reward for overcoming; it's an ever-present sign of God's presence, which holds us through everything and is simply waiting for our attention.

DateDecember 21, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we dismantle the myth that joy is a prize to be earned or a mindset to be curated. Digging into the Christmas story—from the animals who bear witness to the cosmic claim of John's sarx—we discover that God has already pitched a tent in the fragile, biological stuff of creation. Joy isn't a reward for overcoming; it's an ever-present sign of God's presence, which holds us through everything and is simply waiting for our attention.ReferencesScripture: John 1:1–5, 14O Magnum MysteriumAbout The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

Advent 2025 JOY Week 3 Where Do You Find Joy? Luke 2:5-20

Luke 1:26-33, 2:1-11

This sermon declares that God's people possess an unstoppable joy that flourishes even in life's most barren "deserts". Rooted in Isaiah 35, the message distinguishes true joy from fleeting happiness, describing it as a "living reality" that does not wait for perfect circumstances. Instead, this joy audaciously erupts amidst brokenness, just as a botanical "superbloom" transforms a wilderness with radiant life. The speaker assures listeners that God is actively turning their sorrow into everlasting gladness, promising that joy will ultimately triumph and drive all sorrow away.   Lifelong Learning Code: 80890 Click here to learn about Lifelong Learning.

This week, Adam explores Christian joy through Psalm 126, showing that true joy is not constant cheerfulness but a deep, God-rooted contentment that can coexist with suffering and longing. Drawing on the Advent tension of the “Already and Not Yet,” it invites believers to cultivate joy by remembering and celebrating what God has already done, while honestly lamenting and praying for what God has not yet made whole. Ultimately, joy is presented as a fruit of the Spirit that grows as we intentionally live between gratitude for God's past faithfulness and hopeful trust in his future restoration.Support the show

Send us a textThe Choir shares the Joy of Christmas with our Cassidy family. The shepherds were the first to hear heaven's song. God's joy comes to ordinary people in ordinary places.

DateDecember 14, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we venture into the dark fields alongside the shepherds, discovering that the first announcement of the Incarnation was entrusted to those on the margins. We explore how the angelic proclamation disrupts our fear, revealing a joy that is not a scarce commodity for the pious, but a generous, cosmic invitation for all humanity. This is a story about a God who breaks through the silence to offer a love that is unapologetically inclusive and meant to be shared.Scripture: Luke 2:8–18About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

In this sermon, we venture into the dark fields alongside the shepherds, discovering that the first announcement of the Incarnation was entrusted to those on the margins. We explore how the angelic proclamation disrupts our fear, revealing a joy that is not a scarce commodity for the pious, but a generous, cosmic invitation for all humanity. This is a story about a God who breaks through the silence to offer a love that is unapologetically inclusive and meant to be shared.

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Advent 2025 JOY Week 2 Where Do You Find Love? Matt. 1:16-25

DateDecember 7, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we dive into the revolutionary idea that joy is a muscle, not a mood. The daily practice of "Repeating the Sounding Joy" offers us a different path at the crossroads of control and trust, training our hearts for resilience instead of despair. We explore how Mary's defiant Magnificat—a song rehearsed over a lifetime—kickstarts an "upward spiral" of hope that disrupts the "downward spiral" of fear that threatened Joseph. Discover how to build the muscle memory of joy, aligning your present heart with God's joyful endgame for the world.About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

In this sermon, we dive into the revolutionary idea that joy is a muscle, not a mood. The daily practice of "Repeating the Sounding Joy" offers us a different path at the crossroads of control and trust, training our hearts for resilience instead of despair. We explore how Mary's defiant Magnificat—a song rehearsed over a lifetime—kickstarts an "upward spiral" of hope that disrupts the "downward spiral" of fear that threatened Joseph. Discover how to build the muscle memory of joy, aligning your present heart with God's joyful endgame for the world.

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Wired for Joy // Week 4

DateNovember 30, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we kick off our Advent series, Repeat the Sounding Joy: Practicing an Honest Advent, by reclaiming joy as a defiant and contagious act of resistance. Joy is not a denial of despair, but an empowering force that opens our lips and loosens our tongues to sing of a future that refuses to be limited by current reality. We explore how Elizabeth's loud blessing and Zechariah's prophetic song disrupt the silence of Empire, giving us the courage to bless what God is doing and declare the breaking dawn now.ReferencesScripture: Luke 1:39–45; Luke 1:67–80About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

Dr. Landon Reynolds November 23rd, 2025 Southside Baptist Church Florence, SC www.SouthsideNow.church

Wired for Joy // Week 3

Pastor Joshua Kerr November 16th, 2025 Southside Baptist Church Florence, SC www.SouthsideNow.church

Wired for Joy // Week 2

Dr. Landon Reynolds November 9th, 2025 Southside Baptist Church Florence, SC www.SouthsideNow.church

Wired for Joy // Week 1

We live in a culture in which many believe that the fruit of the spirit are character traits people are born with, and those who are not born with these attributes must work to attain them. In reality, we do not bear fruit through our own efforts but by yielding to the Holy Spirit. In this series, we'll dissect each fruit, differentiating real fruit from its worldly counterpart. Let's dissect our sixth fruit: joy.***Welcome, we are so glad you have joined us for our church online! If you are new here, we would love to connect with you. HARVEST VALLEY CHURCH is a church that believes in Jesus, a church that loves God and people. If you have made a decision to follow Jesus or want to learn more about Him, email us at connect@harvestvalley.org, and we will reach out to you about your decision to follow Jesus.To support the ministry of Harvest Valley Church and invest in the lives of others through giving, click here.For more information about Harvest Valley Church visit https://www.harvestvalley.org Church Office: (925)484-2482#harvestvalleychurch #loveourcity #Pleasantonca #eastbaychurches #Sunday #harvestvalleychurchpleasanton #purposeinlifeSupport the show

Joy can often be misunderstood. Join us in our new series JOY where we breakdown the common misunderstandings of joy and how to experience true joy in your life!

Joy can often be misunderstood. Join us in our new series JOY where we breakdown the common misunderstandings of joy and how to experience true joy in your life!

Journey Church of the River Region

Lead Pastor, Mike Mozingo brought a powerful messge on Choosing Joy through our actions and serving. We are all a work in progress, no one will ever be perfect. But that doesn't mean that we shouldn't strive to be more like Christ daily!

Dream Team and Teaching Pastor, Tony Mest did NOT hold back this week. Unity, humility, selfishness, it was a hard lesson to hear. But absolutely crucial for the body of Christ. If you're looking for TRUE joy, you need to listen to this message.

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April 27, 2025