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JOY Church, Fountain Hills, AZ. Growing Alive, Deep and Bold in the love and Knowledge of Jesus! Live stream with us at joychurchaz.com

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Do You Still Marvel? Christmas Eve 2018 - Audio

December 30, 2018 23:53 - 13 minutes - 9.55 MB

When was the last time you stopped and marveled at the birth of Jesus?

ASSURANCE (Luke 2:1-7) - PDF

December 23, 2018 22:50 - 168 KB application/pdf

In this day and age of skepticism and doubt, where do you find assurance of faith? Today’s lesson from Luke will leave you strengthened in the word of God and assured in your faith.

ASSURANCE (Luke 2:1-7) - Audio

December 23, 2018 22:50 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

In this day and age of skepticism and doubt, where do you find assurance of faith? Today’s lesson from Luke will leave you strengthened in the word of God and assured in your faith.

REJOICE! (Luke 1:39-55) - Audio

December 16, 2018 17:10 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

There are many songs that lift our spirits and make us happy. Yet, there are some songs that do more than that. They are sublime; they lift our very soul. If you are missing the true joy of Christmas, learn from Mary’s song and sing with her: “My soul magnifies the Lord.”

REJOICE! (Luke 1:39-55) - PDF

December 16, 2018 17:10 - 161 KB application/pdf

There are many songs that lift our spirits and make us happy. Yet, there are some songs that do more than that. They are sublime; they lift our very soul. If you are missing the true joy of Christmas, learn from Mary’s song and sing with her: “My soul magnifies the Lord.”

PREPARATION (Luke 1:26-38) - Audio

December 11, 2018 20:15 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

How do you prepare yourself for to celebrate the birth of Jesus? Is there a lot of shopping, writing card, and the general busyness of the Holiday season? Perhaps today it’s good for you to stop, take a breath and focus not on what we have to get done, but to focus on what the Lord has done. This is really the message of Advent preparation: Receiving what the LORD has done. Take a moment and marvel at how God has laid out his plan of redemption for us all down to the very smalles...

PREPARATION (Luke 1:26-38) - PDF

December 11, 2018 20:15 - 163 KB application/pdf

How do you prepare yourself for to celebrate the birth of Jesus? Is there a lot of shopping, writing card, and the general busyness of the Holiday season? Perhaps today it’s good for you to stop, take a breath and focus not on what we have to get done, but to focus on what the Lord has done. This is really the message of Advent preparation: Receiving what the LORD has done. Take a moment and marvel at how God has laid out his plan of redemption for us all down to the very smalles...

HOPE (Advent 2018 - Luke 1:5-25) - PDF

December 02, 2018 22:24 - 175 KB application/pdf

Our Advent journey begins with hope. Hope is a short but precious word that we cling to when we are in a barren stretch of life. If we look to our circumstances, we often find that there is no hope. But if we look to Christ Jesus, we find eternal hope.

HOPE (Advent 2018 - Luke 1:5-25) - Audio

December 02, 2018 22:24 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

Our Advent journey begins with hope. Hope is a short but precious word that we cling to when we are in a barren stretch of life. If we look to our circumstances, we often find that there is no hope. But if we look to Christ Jesus, we find eternal hope.

Christ the King - Audio

November 25, 2018 22:17 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Do you know your King? Do you know Jesus the Sovereign King? The one whose dominion encompasses all? Do you bow down give your entire life to your King? Do you know Jesus as the Sacrificial King who knows you personally, who came to be with you and do for you what you cannot do? Do you know the King who went to the cross for you? Do you know Jesus as the Warrior King, the one who triumphs over all that is evil? The one who will create a new heaven and a new earth?

Christ the King - PDF

November 25, 2018 22:17 - 158 KB application/pdf

Do you know your King? Do you know Jesus the Sovereign King? The one whose dominion encompasses all? Do you bow down give your entire life to your King? Do you know Jesus as the Sacrificial King who knows you personally, who came to be with you and do for you what you cannot do? Do you know the King who went to the cross for you? Do you know Jesus as the Warrior King, the one who triumphs over all that is evil? The one who will create a new heaven and a new earth?

The Banquet of Salvation Luke 14:15-24 - Audio

November 19, 2018 16:25 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

God the Father has invited you by name to the banquet of salvation. He desires to have His house be full and has invited you by name! Have you accepted the invitation or has the hardness and the numbness of your heart made you indifferent to the message of salvation?

The Banquet of Salvation Luke 14:15-24 - PDF

November 19, 2018 16:25 - 158 KB application/pdf

God the Father has invited you by name to the banquet of salvation. He desires to have His house be full and has invited you by name! Have you accepted the invitation or has the hardness and the numbness of your heart made you indifferent to the message of salvation?

Love for the Lost (Luke 15:11-24) - PDF

November 04, 2018 23:24 - 159 KB application/pdf

The story of the prodigal son is one of the best-known stories in the Bible. We all can relate to it in one way or another because we have all experienced at one time: Rebellion Fallenness Repentance Forgiveness & Rejoicing And while we see this as the story about the wayward son, ultimately, this is a story the Father’s love for the lost. Please listen to this message and hear your Heavenly Father calling you to come home.

Love for the Lost (Luke 15:11-24) - Audio

November 04, 2018 23:24 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

The story of the prodigal son is one of the best-known stories in the Bible. We all can relate to it in one way or another because we have all experienced at one time: Rebellion Fallenness Repentance Forgiveness & Rejoicing And while we see this as the story about the wayward son, ultimately, this is a story the Father’s love for the lost. Please listen to this message and hear your Heavenly Father calling you to come home.

Glory to God Alone (Isaiah 42:5-9) - Audio

October 29, 2018 03:29 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

Glory to God Alone was the capstone of the Reformation’s Solas. It reminds us that God is the source of everything and we cannot add anything to him or to his glory. It reminds us that salvation is of God, from God and has been accomplished by God. This is Part 5 of the series which explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas are: Scripture Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, Glory to God Alone.

Glory to God Alone (Isaiah 42:5-9) - PDF

October 29, 2018 03:29 - 179 KB application/pdf

Glory to God Alone was the capstone of the Reformation’s Solas. It reminds us that God is the source of everything and we cannot add anything to him or to his glory. It reminds us that salvation is of God, from God and has been accomplished by God. This is Part 5 of the series which explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas are: Scripture Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, Glory to God Alone.

Christ Alone (Hebrews 9:11-15) - PDF

October 21, 2018 22:53 - 158 KB application/pdf

To what does your faith cling to for salvation? Is it Christ Alone, or do you unintentionally cling to Christ plus something else? Is the person and work of Jesus alone sufficient for your salvation? This is Part 4 of the series which explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas are: Scripture Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, Glory to God Alone.

Christ Alone (Hebrews 9:11-15) - Audio

October 21, 2018 22:53 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

To what does your faith cling to for salvation? Is it Christ Alone, or do you unintentionally cling to Christ plus something else? Is the person and work of Jesus alone sufficient for your salvation? This is Part 4 of the series which explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas are: Scripture Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, Glory to God Alone.

Grace Alone (Ephesians 2:1-10) - PDF

October 14, 2018 22:51 - 185 KB application/pdf

“How are you saved?” It was a key question from the Reformation. For example: Are you saved by God’s grace plus your faith, plus your ability to cooperate with God’s grace, plus… anything else? Or you saved by God’s grace alone? This is Part 3 of the series which explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas are: Scripture Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, Glory to God Alone.

Grace Alone (Ephesians 2:1-10) - Audio

October 14, 2018 22:51 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

“How are you saved?” It was a key question from the Reformation. For example: Are you saved by God’s grace plus your faith, plus your ability to cooperate with God’s grace, plus… anything else? Or you saved by God’s grace alone? This is Part 3 of the series which explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas are: Scripture Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, Glory to God Alone.

Faith Alone (Romans 1:16-17) - Audio

October 07, 2018 22:02 - 30 minutes - 7 MB

Many people believe, “Try your best and God will do the rest.” That is, if they have some faith and work hard enough doing going things, God will be gracious enough to save them. But the Bible gives a very different understanding of salvation and faith. Listen to this message to discover the importance of Faith Alone when it comes to the gospel. This is Part 2 of the series which explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas are: Scripture Alone, Faith Alon...

Faith Alone (Romans 1:16-17) - PDF

October 07, 2018 22:02 - 180 KB application/pdf

Many people believe, “Try your best and God will do the rest.” That is, if they have some faith and work hard enough doing going things, God will be gracious enough to save them. But the Bible gives a very different understanding of salvation and faith. Listen to this message to discover the importance of Faith Alone when it comes to the gospel. This is Part 2 of the series which explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas are: Scripture Alone, Faith Alon...

Scripture Alone - Audio

October 01, 2018 00:13 - 31 minutes - 7.22 MB

The year was 1517. On October 31st an obscure monk who was the chair of theology at the University of Wittenberg, wanted to start a discussion about the teaching of the Roman Catholic church. He was concerned about the sale of indulgences, so he nailed 95 theses (statements) to the door of a church. This was the spark that ignited the Reformation. One of the most important events in church history! This series explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas ...

Scripture Alone - PDF

October 01, 2018 00:13 - 159 KB application/pdf

The year was 1517. On October 31st an obscure monk who was the chair of theology at the University of Wittenberg, wanted to start a discussion about the teaching of the Roman Catholic church. He was concerned about the sale of indulgences, so he nailed 95 theses (statements) to the door of a church. This was the spark that ignited the Reformation. One of the most important events in church history! This series explores the Solas of the Reformation. Sola is Latin for “alone.” The Solas ...

Love One Another - PDF

September 24, 2018 00:13 - 174 KB application/pdf

What did Jesus mean when he said, "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another."

Love One Another - Audio

September 24, 2018 00:13 - 30 minutes - 7.14 MB

What did Jesus mean when he said, "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another."

What is Church? Part 5: Ambassadors for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17-21) - Audio

September 16, 2018 22:40 - 31 minutes - 7.14 MB

If the mission of the church is to make disciples, what is your role?

What is Church? Part 5: Ambassadors for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17-21) - PDF

September 16, 2018 22:40 - 280 KB application/pdf

If the mission of the church is to make disciples, what is your role?

What is Church? Part 4: The Mission (Matthew 28:16-20) - Audio

September 11, 2018 22:55 - 31 minutes - 7.37 MB

Jesus clearly gave the church a mission. Do you know what it is?

What is Church? Part 4: The Mission (Matthew 28:16-20) - PDF

September 11, 2018 22:55 - 157 KB application/pdf

Jesus clearly gave the church a mission. Do you know what it is?

What is Church? Part 3: Breaking of Bread & Prayer (Acts 2:42-47) - Audio

September 02, 2018 22:54 - 28 minutes - 6.54 MB

Jesus is the foundation of the church. He is the Solid Rock upon which we stand. But as a church, what are we to do? Do we simply gather each week as an obligation or mere ritual, or is there something more? In this message, we’ll explore the necessity Breaking of Bread and Prayer

What is Church? Part 2: Teaching & Fellowship (Acts 2:42-47) - Audio

August 26, 2018 22:58 - 25 minutes - 5.83 MB

In Part One, we discovered how Jesus is the foundation of the church. But as a church, what are we to do? In this message, we’ll explore the necessity of teaching and fellowship.

What is Church? Part 1: Jesus is the Foundation (Matthew 16:13-18) - Audio

August 19, 2018 22:47 - 28 minutes - 6.44 MB

How would you answer this question, “What is church?” For many people, church has become just one more thing to do on your list, an obligation to fulfill. But is that all there is to church? In part one of this series, we examine the confession, foundation, and promise of what it means to be the church. We invite you to listen and be renewed!

In the Garden, Part 4: Salvation (Genesis 3:14-20) - Audio

August 12, 2018 22:45 - 26 minutes - 6.34 MB

Did you know that even in the Garden, God in his grace promised a Savior who would conquer Satan, sin and death so that we might have new and everlasting life? Listen to this final message of the series to learn about God’s abounding grace!

In the Garden, Part 3: Grace (Genesis 3:9-14) - Audio

August 05, 2018 22:44 - 26 minutes - 6.2 MB

In the Garden of Eden, God was already at work providing the solution to sin. He was at work providing restoration through grace. In this message, we will explore three main points where God’s grace shines through the darkness of Satan and sin: The Grace of Calling The Grace of Covering The Grace of Expulsion

In the Garden, Part 2: Sin (Genesis 3:6-19) - Audio

July 29, 2018 22:40 - 28 minutes - 6.73 MB

Sin. It’s an ugly word and no-one like to talk about it let alone use that word. But, it’s an important word. It is so important that if you don’t understand sin and its consequences, you cannot understand why Jesus came or why he is necessary for your salvation. Simply put: If you don’t understand sin and its consequences, you don’t understand salvation. Please listen to this important message so that you can start to understand the depth of God’s love for us in Christs Jesus.

In the Garden, Part 1: Satan (Genesis 3:1-6) - Audio

July 22, 2018 22:38 - 27 minutes - 6.46 MB

The very heart of our struggle on earth is spiritual in nature. To understand the nature our spiritual struggle, we are going to go back to the Fall of Mankind. The reason is very simple: if you get wrong the Fall, you get it wrong all. We will spend four weeks in the Garden so that we are strengthened in our faith and to stand against the schemes of the devil, to know the extent of sin’s destruction, and most importantly, to stand in the Truth of Christ Jesus and his grace, righteo...