Sermons on Exceeding Expectations:

Following Jesus With Great Expectations

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Apr 8, 2020

Jesus said we can expect to do greater things than He.

Following Jesus with Great Expectations Scripture: John 14:12-14 (KJV) John 14:12-14 (KJV) 12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. 13 And whatsoever ye shall ask in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Great Expectations For God's Church Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 9, 2018

Great expectations for God's Church: 1. Expect new strength (vs. 32). 2. Expect new support (vs. 33-34). 3. Expect new service (vs. 35-36; 39-41). 4. Expect new starts (vs. 37-39). 5. Expect new struggles (vs. 37-40). 6. Expect new success (vs. 37-41).

Great Expectations for God's Church The Book of Acts - Part 51 Acts 15:32-41 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 3, 2014 "Expect great things from God. Attempt great things for God." You've probably heard that quote before. It's one of my favorites. Mary cross-stitched it for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:32-41

Denomination: Baptist

Expectations For Godly Living-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023

1 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. But, What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-I—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: Use Your Elbows: A Grandmother was giving directions to her grown grandson who was coming with his wife, to visit her for the first time in her new place: She told him, “You come to the front door of the apartment complex. I live in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15, Titus 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Expect More From God

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Sep 29, 2023

If the unbelievers could experience the “good” life, how about those who received the new life from God -- the righteous? Should they expect greater favors?

“The LORD then said to Noah, ‘Go into the ark, you and your whole family, because I have found you righteous in this generation. Take with you seven pairs of every kind of clean animal, a male and its mate, and one pair of every kind of unclean animal, a male and its mate, and also seven ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Great Expectations For A New Beginning

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jan 2, 2011

"Great Expectations for a New Beginning" is an exposition of Psalm 126. It makes the point you can face life's turning points with confidence that the Lord who has intervened in the past is able to do it again. So look back and consider what God has alrea

GREAT EXPECTATIONS FOR A NEW BEGINNING Psalm 126 The Mountain Valley Cathedral in a remote Swiss village was one of the most beautiful churches in the region. One of the features that attracted so many people to the cathedral was its beautiful pipe organ. People would come from miles away to hear ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Going Beyond What Is Expected?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 23, 2016

This is a two part lesson as we consider are we going along que sera, sera? Or will we apply extra effort and go beyond our duty?

THE CALL? GOING BEYOND THE DUTY CALL AND WHAT IS EXPECTED! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Two part) I. INTRODUCTION: Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:15-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Come, Long Expected Jesus

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 8, 2015

If we obey God’s will for our lives like Mary and Elizabeth did, we will be richly blessed like they were because we will be blessed by the light and life of Christ-a light that shines brightly in our dark, sinful world.

Anne couldn’t think of a good reason that God should give her a grandchild. And even though it was one of her deepest desires, she had almost given up on the idea. God had already blessed her with two wonderful children. Her son decided to remain single and had devoted his life to Bible ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Anglican

"expectation Sunday"

Contributed by John Huyser on May 24, 2023

Our passage appears to be at first mere filling in the middle - sandwiched between two of God’s greatest actions in the Bible. The majestic ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven and Pentecost Sunday.

The passage we just read is sandwiched between two of God’s greatest actions in the Bible. The majestic ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven and Pentecost Sunday. From there, the book of Acts encompasses nearly 30 years of history -- We see everything from transformational preaching and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Faith Expectancy Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 10, 2023

God answers faith-filled prayers. “Ask and you will receive” (Matt. 7:7). “Whatever you ask in My name, that I will do” (John 14:13).

A. INTRODUCTION: FAITH MEANS EXPECT AN ANSWER 1. The word faith is used five ways in Scriptures: a. Doctrinal faith, “Denied the faith” (1 Tim. 5:8). b. Saving faith, a verb “by grace are you saved by faith” (Eph. 2:8). c. Justifying faith, “We have been made right in God’s sight by faith” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, John 14:13

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Expectations Mk2 Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 29, 2024

What do we expect at Easter, what do we expect of Jesus? Some thoughts.

Easter Sunday, expectations. During his lifetime Nikolai Bukharin was as powerful a man as there was on earth. As Russian Communist leader he took part in the Bolshevik Revolution 1917, was editor of the Soviet newspaper Pravda (which by the way means truth), and was a full member of the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18, John 20:1-9, Acts 1:7-8

Denomination: Salvation Army

Sermon On Hope & Expectations

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 19, 2023

Hope and expectations are considered beliefs and wishes concerning the future.

Joyce Meyer, an American writer and speaker once remarked: “Hope is favorable and confident expectation; it's an expectant attitude that something good is going to happen and things will work out, no matter what situation we're facing.” Hebrews 11:1 confirms: “Now faith is the assurance of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 10:28, Proverbs 23:18, Psalm 62:5

If The Bugle Is Expected, A Flute Will Not Do

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 16, 2019

If we will honour the Risen Saviour, we must ensure that we are focused on what is of importance to Him. Our purpose is not to make people like us, but to fulfil the mind of the Master.

“Now, brothers, if I come to you speaking in tongues, how will I benefit you unless I bring you some revelation or knowledge or prophecy or teaching? If even lifeless instruments, such as the flute or the harp, do not give distinct notes, how will anyone know what is played? And if the bugle ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Misplaced Expectations For The First Easter? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 29, 2025

The hopes and expectations of those first disciples seemed to die when Jesus died on Calvary's cross. But when two disciples walked back to their homes, they received something they didn't expect at all!

Misplaced Expectations For The First Easter? Introduction: The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ was one of the most significant events in all of history. It goes without saying that there were several different expectations when this event took place, depending on each person’s point of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Expect

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on May 5, 2025

Expectation is the active ingredient of faith that is deposited into the heart when the word of God is heard and believed. There is no such thing as a living faith without expectation.

Numbers 13:1-3 KJV And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, [2] Send thou men, that they may search the land of Canaan, which I give unto the children of Israel: of every tribe of their fathers shall ye send a man, every one a ruler among them. [3] And Moses by the commandment of the LORD sent them ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-3, Numbers 13:17-21, Proverbs 10:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Didn't Expect That PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

This sermon encourages embracing faith to overcome fear, allowing God's guidance through challenging times, and finding deliverance through trust in Him.

Good morning, friends. We gather here today with open hearts. Ready to receive. Ready to listen. Ready to grow. Today, let's turn our attention to the book of 2 Kings. Specifically, chapter 6, verse 16. It reads, "Do not be afraid, for those who are with us are more than those who are with them." ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:16

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