Walk in Joy!
Discover how following Jesus enables us to bear the fruit of the Holy Spirit
Praise Is the Gateway of Joy - Modern
October 23, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Psalm 145
Lord of all goodness, in you we see the good intended for all of creation, and in ourselves, we often see the misery we inflict on ourselves. We seem intent on making ourselves miserable by comparing our lives, our net worth, our accomplishments, our possessions, salaries, families, or social media presence with those who seem to “have it together.” And yet, we must confess that none of these are what you have asked of us. You do not grade on a curve, but on the cross, by which all can be saved and share in the glory of forgiveness. Help us Lord, today at least, to stop comparing and start praising, we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen
Praise Is the Gateway of Joy - Traditional
October 23, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Psalm 145
Lord of all goodness, in you we see the good intended for all of creation, and in ourselves, we often see the misery we inflict on ourselves. We seem intent on making ourselves miserable by comparing our lives, our net worth, our accomplishments, our possessions, salaries, families, or social media presence with those who seem to “have it together.” And yet, we must confess that none of these are what you have asked of us. You do not grade on a curve, but on the cross, by which all can be saved and share in the glory of forgiveness. Help us Lord, today at least, to stop comparing and start praising, we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen
Temporary Joy Is No Joy - Modern
October 9, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • John 16:16–24
Lord, we live in a time of instant gratification and immediate responses. We struggle to wait for responses to our questions. We also labor to work out the questions in our own lives. Doing the work of growing the fruit of joy is even harder because it is a lifetime’s work. Help us persevere, persist, and purpose ourselves for the work of producing lasting joy. We ask not only because you promise us joy, but also because we can increase the joy others can experience. Amen
Temporary Joy Is No Joy - Traditional
October 9, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • John 16:16–24
Lord, we live in a time of instant gratification and immediate responses. We struggle to wait for responses to our questions. We also labor to work out the questions in our own lives. Doing the work of growing the fruit of joy is even harder because it is a lifetime’s work. Help us persevere, persist, and purpose ourselves for the work of producing lasting joy. We ask not only because you promise us joy, but also because we can increase the joy others can experience. Amen
Joy in Obedience - Modern
September 25, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Isaiah 55:6–13
We confess, Lord, that we struggle with the idea of obedience. The world teaches us to follow our own path, to dance to our own drummer, to do what we want. Obedience sounds like sacrificing our joy, and we bristle against it. But what if obedience is living into the fullness for which we were created? Open our minds and hearts so that we might experience joy in obedience, for we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen
Joy in Obedience - Traditional
September 25, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • Isaiah 55:6–13
We confess, Lord, that we struggle with the idea of obedience. The world teaches us to follow our own path, to dance to our own drummer, to do what we want. Obedience sounds like sacrificing our joy, and we bristle against it. But what if obedience is living into the fullness for which we were created? Open our minds and hearts so that we might experience joy in obedience, for we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen
Joy on the Vine - Modern
September 18, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • John 15:1–12
We confess, Lord, that we are prone to seek quick fixes. We want the ends without the hard work of the means. We want knowledge of You without searching the scriptures or consulting with the body of Christ. We want spiritual strength without the work of prayer and watchfulness. We want blessings without seeking God’s Word at every opportunity. Help us, Holy Spirit, to learn to abide in Christ, to stay close to him and his words, and seek accountability so that we can gain knowledge, strength, and blessings in Jesus’ name. Amen
Joy on the Vine - Traditional
September 18, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • John 15:1–12
We confess, Lord, that we are prone to seek quick fixes. We want the ends without the hard work of the means. We want knowledge of You without searching the scriptures or consulting with the body of Christ. We want spiritual strength without the work of prayer and watchfulness. We want blessings without seeking God’s Word at every opportunity. Help us, Holy Spirit, to learn to abide in Christ, to stay close to him and his words, and seek accountability so that we can gain knowledge, strength, and blessings in Jesus’ name. Amen
Making Joy Complete - Modern
September 11, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • 1 John 1:1–4
According to John, we are invited into joy in the presence of Jesus and the Father, and yet, why is there so little joy in our lives? The trials, temptations, troubles, and even triumphs of everyday life often overshadow the deep well of delight available to us. Forgive us for losing sight of the happiness we can have – simply in being with you, Lord. Help us lean on and trust in you more, so that our joy can become complete. We ask in Jesus’ name. Amen
Making Joy Complete - Traditional
September 11, 2022 • Rev. Brian Sixbey • 1 John 1:1–4
According to John, we are invited into joy in the presence of Jesus and the Father, and yet, why is there so little joy in our lives? The trials, temptations, troubles, and even triumphs of everyday life often overshadow the deep well of delight available to us. Forgive us for losing sight of the happiness we can have – simply in being with you, Lord. Help us lean on and trust in you more, so that our joy can become complete. We ask in Jesus’ name. Amen