Serve the Lord with Gladness

This sermon centers on the exhortation to serve the Lord with gladness, drawing primarily from Psalm 100 to explore how believers can maintain joy and praise amidst suffering, loss, and daily trials. The message argues that true gladness is not dependent on circumstances but on the character of God, who is good, righteous, and faithful, as illustrated by the example of Paul and Silas praising God in prison. It encourages the audience to view their lives through an eternal perspective, trusting that God works all things for good and that His joy serves as a source of strength. The preacher emphasizes that this consistent rejoicing acts as a sweet smelling savor to others, witnessing to the peace and hope found in Christ, and calls the congregation to examine themselves to see if a watching world would be able to see that we are serving the Lord with gladness.