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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
MENTORED PEOPLE CAN BE EXPECTED TO REFLECT A CHRIST LIKE MANNER IN THEIR DAILY LIVES.
A Manner to Reflect Titus 3:1-11 INTRODUCTION Truth in Advertising is the concept that you should receive what has been advertised. These people seem to understand the principle. Walmart – 2 for $3.00 Was $1.50 E Store – Where everything is $1 or more Local store – Stuff for sale here We ...read more
Scripture: Titus 3:1-11
Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance
What God expects the church to do with the resources He has entrusted to us.
Series: Stories from the Kingdom Text: Matthew 25:14-30 Title: “Get Busy Doing God’s Business” Introduction • This parable follows the one of the ten virgins; Jesus is pouring the idea into His disciples that His return was not as soon as they had believed. o We must understand at this point the ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30
Denomination: Baptist
After the death of Jacob, the brothers of Joseph expected judgment but received grace instead.
Intro. Again, I am looking at the life of Joseph from a practical side, not merely a type, though the pictures of Christ and God are so strong, that we cannot help but see the truths. Jacob changed, and that change apparently strengthened his son that was about to face the ultimate storm. ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 50:1-21
God expects us to live a righteous life. So, what does that mean?
Living a Righteous Life Griffith Baptist Church – 5/18/08 A.M. Service Text: Romans 8:9-11 Key verse: Romans 8:10 - And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness. The Introduction God never alters the robe of righteousness to fit man; ...read more
Scripture: Romans 8:9-11
Good fishermen always EXPECT to catch fish, even if they don’t.
INTRODUCTION This is the third message from the Gospel According to Mark. I was walking along the shores of the Sea of Galilee just a few days ago where Jesus called His disciples. I got up before sunrise and went out with my Bible to watch the same sun rise over the same mountains around the same ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:14-20
This precious story tells us what is expected in pure worship of our King.
• During the tenure of the great orator Henry Ward Beecher, a visiting minister (Beecher's brother) once substituted for the popular pastor. A large audience had already assembled to hear Beecher, and when the substitute pastor stepped into the pulpit, several disappointed listeners began to ...read more
Scripture: Mark 14:1-8
God expect us to step into His Hand and leave everything in His care.
Cruel bondage! Exodus 6:9”So Moses spoke thus to the children of Israel; but they did not heed Moses, because of anguish of spirit and cruel bondage.” I had worked for a few years for one of the Sheraton Hotels and had watched the workers slogging day in and day out, at the hotel. ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 6:9
Denomination: Pentecostal
Persecution is to be expected by the godly and enduring persecution can bring great spiritual good.
Verse 8 – Jesus introduces Himself as being “the First and the Last, Who was dead, and has come to life.” The importance of this particular self-designation to the Smyrna Church of Christ will be seen when we have studied the challenges facing this congregation. Verse 9 ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Jesus Christ was not the Messiah expected by the Jews, but He was exactly what mankind needs.
Christmas Day Mass 2014 Thirteen Days of Christmas “A child is born for us, and a son is given to us; his scepter of power rests upon his shoulder, and his name will be called Messenger of great counsel.” These words from today’s Introit chant are the keynote for our Christmas ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 9:5-6
Denomination: Catholic
Forgiveness is a conditional gift offered that opens a relational space that expects a reciprocal response.
There used to be a sign in the Princeton University Book Store basement which said: "Love your enemies—it will drive them crazy." Clever but love of enemies and forgiving, commanded by Jesus in our Gospel this Sunday, is not hoping that the other person will change or trying to be ...read more
Scripture: Luke 6:27-38
WE ARE THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD AND THE WORLD EXPECTS US TO GIVE THEM LIGHT AND NOT DARKNESS
OTHERS ARE WATCHING YOU MAIN TEXT: MATHEW 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. 1 CORINTHIANS 10:12 Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. You may not know the number of lives that has ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:16-17
In Jewish apocalyptic circles, it was expected that fish would be the main dish at the Messianic banquet.
Jonathan Turnbough of Garner, North Carolina, talks about the time when his mother was driving him and his sisters to school and she was pulled over by a policeman and ticketed for speeding. After their little visit with the officer, they took off again, and his mother was very careful to stay ...read more
Scripture: John 6:1-15
A sermon for adults on God's expectation for us to be different from the world.
Luke 5:17-26 November 19, 2023 a.m. I haven’t mentioned this from the pulpit but Rachel, Abbie, Silas and myself got a chance to go to the United Kingdom a few weeks ago. It was kind of a dream trip for us. We found some super cheap, bargain bin, thrift store priced plane tickets, ...read more
Scripture: Luke 5:17-26
This sermon emphasizes the importance of looking forward to the future with hope and expectation as a Christ-follower.
Several years ago, I saw an interview with professional golfer Tom Lehman, who happens to be a Christian. But I really appreciate how Tom lives out his faith as a person in the public eye. He never hijacks a conversation to talk about Jesus. If a sportscaster asks him about his faith, he is happy ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 8:28, Philippians 3:13-14
Topics: Future Hope, God's Plan, Moving Forward
Expect Great Things from God and Attempt Great Things for God - Isa 54:1-4
Expect Great Things for God and Attempt Great Things for God - Isa 54:1-4 Illustration: Just before his first London crusade, Billy Graham was asked by a newspaper reporter, "Are you an optimist or a pessimist?" Billy said without hesitation, "I’m an optimist! I know God and I have read the end of ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-4
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
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