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  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    Don't Be Surprised

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 23, 2016
     | 8,210 views

    There are plenty of things in life that can surprise us, like a sudden noise or an unexpected event. Well, there are some things that happen to us as a Christian that can surprise us but they shouldn’t. Let’s take a look at what some of these are.

    DON’T BE SURPRISED INTRODUCTION: There are plenty of things in life that can surprise us, like a sudden noise or an unexpected event. Well, there are some things that happen to us as a Christian that can surprise us but they shouldn’t. Let’s take a look at what some of these are. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Footprints Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 29, 2006
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     | 4,162 views

    Discover the impact Mary’s faith had on her and how it is a model for us in unexpected times.

    “Footprints of Faith” Luke 1:26-38 [Come in from “Life of Mary” video clip] INTRO: When I think about Mary, one word blankets my mind: F-A-I-T-H! Every step of the way was a step of faith. Think about it – from… • The angel’s announcement • The public’s response • Joseph’s surprise • Joseph’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Behold, The King Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 22, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,717 views

    The birth of Jesus in Matthew 1:18-25 shows us that Jesus was the unexpected king of the Jews.

    Introduction Our Advent Sermon Series this year is called, “Advent: The Unexpected King.” The Bible contains a record of some remarkable births. So far this Advent, we have examined the births of Isaac, Moses, and John the Baptist. Each of these births foreshadow the greatest birth of all, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Admist The Storms Series

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 26, 2015
     | 10,725 views

    Satan often sends unexpected storms into our lives but Jesus counters with a commanding word of peace.

    A wife woke up one morning and said, “Honey, I just had a dream that you bought me a new gold necklace. What do you think it means?” “I don’t know, but Valentine’s Day is coming soon. Tuesday, you’ll know,” He replied. A few nights later, she again woke ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Almost Forgotten Man: Joseph

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Dec 17, 2013
     | 5,668 views

    Joseph seems almost forgotten in the Christmas story. A look at Joseph's faithfulness in the midst of unexpected situations.

    The Characters of Christmas: Joseph Matthew 1: 18-25 There is no greater Christmas classic than Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life, and there is no greater Christmas character than poor George Bailey. He’s even referred to several times throughout the film as “poor ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    When Will Jesus Return? Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 15, 2021
     | 5,555 views

    To be examined is the suddenness and unexpected nature of Jesus' return. All Bible references are from the NASB.

    Yes, Jesus is coming again and we see the signs all around us. That is a central fact that all serious Bible Scholars agree. What Biblical scholars are is not in agreement with is the when of His return. But there are some things we are in agreement about: Jesus will return physically and with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Do You Overcome? Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 5, 2018
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     | 6,385 views

    Saints overcome the dragon with two, maybe unexpected, weapons-the blood of the Lamb and the word of their testimony.

    Revelation 12 v. 7 And there was war in heaven, and Michael and his angels warred with the dragon, and the dragon warred with his angels 8. and he did not have strength, nor a was a place found for them any longer in heaven. 9. and the great dragon was thrown out, the old serpent, who is called the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    In The Desperation Comes A Determination

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 28, 2016
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     | 5,553 views

    Have you ever fallen INTO THE DESPERATION, UNEXPECTED NEED, AND THERE GROWS A DETERMINATION, WE SHALL ARISE AND SEE THE PLAN OF GOD DEVELOP --- KEEP KNOCKING !

    I HAVE NOTHING --- THE PLACE OF UNEXPECTED NEEDS... IN THE DESPERATION COMES A DETERMINATION THE THE IMPOSSIBLE NEEDS WILL BE SOLVED... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Mark 13:33 Take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is. We walk in perilous times, danger ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The First Person To Doubt The Virgin Birth Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 10, 2011
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    The Christmas story begins well before the birth of the Son of God. At the least, it begins with a startled teenage girl who is confronted by an angel with an unexpected announcement.

    “In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. And the virgin’s name was Mary. And he came to her and said, ‘Greetings, O favoured one, the Lord is with you!’ But she was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Unaccepted Message Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,565 views

    The people who lived at the time of Jeremiah could not accept his message. Many people who heard Jesus preach could not accept his words. Today people, including ourselves, find it difficult to believe in a god of steadfast and overwhelming love.

    Jeremiah 11:18-20 “An Unaccepted Message” INTRODUCTION One of the most challenging jobs, or callings, is that of a prophet of change. Certainly, the Old Testament prophets, like Jeremiah, realized the enormity and difficulty of their task. Jeremiah lived in the seventh century B.C., and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Dream Bigger!

    Contributed by Lane Hastie on Jul 29, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,168 views

    We serve a God who is infinite. He is all-powerful…all-knowing…completely capable. He is a God who’s power / ability / and love…knows no limits. YET…even though we know this and often declare it…we tend to limit the power of God. We Need To Dream Bigger!

    DREAM BIGGER...DON'T LIMIT GOD! Limit: to restrict, to confine, to keep within a designated area, to fence in, hold back, to bind Example: Ever seen someone using a kid leash? (the kid has limited freedom…but who’s really in control?) Limits: spending limit, speed limit, earning limit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Larry Moyer avatar

    Four Things A Loving God Wants Us To Know About Death And Dying

    Contributed by Larry Moyer on Aug 5, 2009
    based on 25 ratings
     | 50,162 views

    Death is a gate. All of us have to pass through it. It may be expected or unexpected. But if you trust Christ, that gate will be wide enough for two - you and your Savior. And the One who has led you all through life will not desert you then.

    Ted Springer, a former professional baseball umpire once made the comment, "Life is a lot like a baseball game. It has its start and its excitement, its lively and its dull moments, and it has its finish. Sometimes a game is called off unexpectedly because of a sudden storm. Sometimes it lasts the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fields Of Favor And Faith Series

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Feb 18, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,230 views

    (#4) Ruth discovers God's grace, favor and provision in unexpected places! That's how God often works in our own lives - where will you discover God's grace in yours?

    Fields of Favor and Faith - Ruth 2:1-4 - February 17, 2013 Series: From Heartache to Hope - The Redemption of Ruth - #4 Looking back over the years it is safe to say that the summer of 1994 has been the most difficult period of my life thus far. Much of what I believed to be true about ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Our King Jesus Interprets Scripture Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 23, 2018
     | 5,748 views

    The confusion and despair of the disciples on the day of the resurrection turns into joy because Jesus the King explains the Scriptures to the companions on the road to Emmaus.

    Message Luke 24:13-35 Our King Jesus Interprets Scripture The day of the resurrection must have been a very confusing day for many. The Passover festival has finished and so has the Sabbath. It is time to go home. That is what thousands of people did on the Resurrection Sunday. We might kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walk From Grief To Joy PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 733 views

    This sermon explores navigating unexpected events, understanding God's newness, and growing in redemption, using the disciples' journey to Emmaus as a metaphor for our spiritual journey. Key

    Good morning, family of God. It's a joy to be with you today, gathered in the presence of our Lord, ready to encounter His word afresh. We all have our own stories, our own experiences, our own heartaches and triumphs. Each of us carries a unique narrative, woven together by the hand of God. Yet, ...read more

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