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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Just Get Out Of The Way Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2012
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    We need to learn to follow God and not expect Him to follow us.

    Just Get Out of the Way Text: Gen. 16:1-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: Some of us are like the preacher who was on a diet and prayed as he drove to work- "Now, Lord if it is your Will for me not to have any donuts this morning You make sure there are no parking places in front of the donut shop." ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Saved To Serve

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2012
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    Jesus came to serve; we cannot expect to be greater than He.

    Saved to Serve November 1, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus came to serve; we cannot expect to be greater than He. Focus Passage: John 13:1-17 Supplemental Passage: Galatians 2:20 NASB "I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Really Listening

    Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 12, 2014
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    What does the preacher have a right to expect from his listeners?

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 21 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Responding To An Encounter With Jesus

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012
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    Jesus expects us to respond when we have encountered Him.

    Encountering Jesus Responding to an Encounter with Jesus Luke 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION When I was in the Untied States coast Guard I was asked to speak on Boating Safety at an elementary school. I taught on things life the importance of wearing a life jacket, not riding on the bow of the boat ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Christ's Fullness In The Church

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 30, 2019
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    There is an expectation for the church that comes from above and is lived out in the here and now.

    Palmyra First Assembly February 3, 2019 Text: Ephesians 1:13-19 Subject: In Him Title: Christ’s Fullness in the Church This morning I want to share with you from the Book of Ephesians. It’s probably my favorite book in the bible, and at the same time it may be one of the most challenging to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Working For The Increase

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 8, 2012
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    The Lord expects the church to be working for increase in the kingdom till He returns.

    June 10, 2012 Morning Worship Text: Luke 19:11-27 Subject: Working for God Title: Working for the Increase I want to start this morning by saying thank you to all of you and especially to all who preached and worked in ministry while we were gone to keep things running smoothly. We are back ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    When God Speaks Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jun 2, 2023
     | 1,883 views

    When you pray, do you expect to hear from God?

    “When God Speaks” Genesis 26:1-6 When you pray, do you expect to hear from God? We often pray and when we do it is a time of request and asking God for blessings or direction. But do we ever expect to hear an answer? We should! Genesis 25:7-8 “And these are the days of the years of Abraham’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Amazing Character That Will Inspire And Motivate Us To Persevere. Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 23, 2022
     | 1,787 views

    God’s Expectations May Surprise Us, but They Do Make Sense

    Every manufacturer designs his product with the right components, engineered to fulfil the function that the product is created to perform. In essence, the purpose of the product dictates the mechanical and engineering components required to fulfil the manufacturer's intent. This principle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Meeting On The Mountain

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 15, 2023
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    The Mount of Transfiguration - 1. A Revealing 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response

    Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13 Theme: Transfiguration Title: The Meeting on the Mountain In the meeting on the Mountain we see 1. A Revelation 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response Revelation – Reaction – Response INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! In ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Matthew 6 – Part 7 – How Am I Expected To Live Without A Super Fund? Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 5, 2010
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    If on the one hand I am to believe that as many Christians do that I should not be rich, then why am I investing in a Superfund and why am I not in India right now caring for the poor.

    Matthew 6 – Part 7 – HOW AM I EXPECTED TO LIVE WITHOUT A SUPER FUND? If on the one hand I am to believe that as many Christians do that I should not be rich, then why am I investing in a Superfund and why am I not in India right now caring for the poor, or even better - in Haiti? Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Believe Big And Expect The Great! (The Life Of Faith Is A Daring Adventure -Let's Walk On Water) Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 13, 2023
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    Jesus can use whatever means and make whatever way he pleases to save his people. God shows up in unexpected ways, with an unfamiliar appearance, to deliver his people. His acts of deliverance sometimes trouble and perplex His people. He is the "I AM that I Am!"

    Sermon: Believe Big and Expect the Great! Scripture Lesson: Matthew 14:22-33 “Immediately after this, Jesus insisted that his disciples get back into the boat and cross to the other side of the lake, while he sent the people home. 23 After sending them home, he went up into the hills by himself ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Life's Short Stay Awake (The Parable Of The Serving Master)

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 4, 2016
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    The translation we heard states that the servants are waiting for the master a better translation describes servants who are expecting the master.Waiting is passive, much like waiting for a bus or a cab. Expecting denotes excitement, energy, enthusiasm.

    For those not familiar with and Anglican Service; There are four Scripture readings directly before the Message: Today's assigned readings are: Isaiah 1:10-20; Psalm 50:1-8,23-24; Hebrews 11:1-3,8-16 and Luke 12:32-40 Bethlehem and Jerusalem are only 7 miles apart. Bethlehem ... the place of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Prayer - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 18, 2024
     | 1,383 views

    This is the first of a three-part Bible study on prayer. In this first study, we look at the types of prayers and the foundations on which our prayers must rest.

    NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gordon Pike avatar

    Any Day Now Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 6, 2022
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     | 5,765 views

    Both Peter and Paul raise the same question: what should we be doing when … not ‘if’ but ‘when’ … the Lord appears? How do you want Him to find you? Vigilant? Full of hope and expectation? Prepared? Ready to greet Him? Or scoffing? Asleep?

    [Hold up cell phone.] Yep … we talked a little bit about this handy device last week. More accurately, we talked about one of the apps … the GPS. But there is another little handy app that I use all the time to help me plan my day … The Weather Channel’s Ten Day Weather app which, as the name ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Preparing For The Glory Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025
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     | 327 views

    Preparing for the glory of God is not a casual affair. It involves intentional consecration, obedience to divine patterns, unified worship, joyful expectation, and bold honouring of God regardless of human opinions.

    PREPARING FOR THE GLORY OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 15:1-28 Supporting Texts: Exodus 19:10-11, Psalm 24:3-10, 2 Chronicles 5:11-14, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 INTRODUCTION: The glory of God is not to be treated casually; it is weighty, sacred, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God