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  • David Rogers avatar

    God' Expectation For His People.

    Contributed by David Rogers on Jul 12, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,274 views

    This is a sermon that shows that one day there will be judgment of the world and that the purpose of God’s people here is to be a light for the world to see.

    God’ Expectation for His people. Isaiah 2:1-22 Central theme of the Message: God expects His children to walk in His light. As children of God we are to be like Him and live a life under the guidance and influence of His Holy Spirit.’ Introduction Mom and Dad how many have you told your children ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Exceeding Your Expectations: Expect Infinitely More From God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 19, 2017
    based on 5 ratings
     | 43,214 views

    A lack of faith may make us expect far less than God is willing to do. Yet the Word of God is clear when it tells us to expect God to answer when we pray in faith.

    We continue in our series on discovering your destiny and today we are thinking about Exceeding your expectations. What are your expectations? Specifically, what are your expectations of God and what are your expectations of yourself this morning? Consider these words from Ephesians chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Gods Forever Favor!

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 24, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,374 views

    Life liberty and the pursuit of happiness, isn't that what we all want? Do you know what that sounds like in spiritual terms..."abundant life"

    Gods, Forever Favor! Psalm 30:1-5, AMP 1.I WILL extol You, O Lord, for You have lifted me up and have not let my foes rejoice over me. 2.O Lord my God, I cried to You and You have healed me. 3.O Lord, You have brought my life up from Sheol (the place of the dead); You have kept me alive, that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Faithfulness) Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 15, 2011
     | 4,280 views

    Christ expects us to be faithful to Him, no matter the circumstances and no matter the consequences.

    [If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] WHAT IF? The second church Jesus addresses in Revelation is the church in Smyrna. This church was a persecuted church. Persecution of Christians still exists today. According to one recent estimate, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sayings Of Jesus Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Nov 20, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,924 views

    Jesus continues His sermon on the Beatitudes of His followers.

    The Sayings of Jesus Part 2 Matt. 5:7-12 Last week we discussed the first four of the Beatitudes and identified these four attitudes are that which takes place inwardly. These are I believe are necessary in order for us to demonstrate the other four attitudes in a way in which it will pleasing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Trust) Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2011
     | 4,121 views

    Jesus expects us to trust Him, even in our darkest days.

    [If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] TRUSTING THE “TRUE ONE” “Philadelphia” means “city of brotherly love.” Both the modern and ancient cities of Philadelphia haven’t always lived up to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    'tis The Season To Be Expectant And Jubilant Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 2, 2016
     | 6,705 views

    Our expectations can bring limitations on people or on God. Jesus works in the realm of faith. He freely limits Himself based on our expectations of Him. It is our expectations of His faithfulness that create and sustain Joy in us.

    Intro: Harvard social psychologist Robert Rosenthal’s classic did a study of children to see how they responded to expectations. All the children in one San Francisco grade school were given a standard I.Q. test at the beginning of the school year. The teachers were told the test could ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Authenticity) Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2011
     | 3,363 views

    Jesus expects us to be authentic Christians, not hypocrites.

    [If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] ARE YOU REALLY WHAT YOU CLAIM TO BE? Michael Guglielmucchi is a former Australian pastor. In October 2006, he announced that he had gone to the hospital for a series of tests and was diagnosed with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Patiently Expecting Christ's Return

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 4, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,419 views

    We are to patiently wait expecting Christ’s return soon

    SBC Philippi 9/2/05 pm Rev. Jeff Simms Patiently Waiting Christ’s Return James 5:7-11 Primary Purpose: We are to patiently wait and endure through life’s trials knowing that Christ’s return is soon. One of the careers that calls for much waiting and trusting in God is the farmer. If you think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Expectant Living - The King Is Coming"

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Feb 24, 2013
     | 7,795 views

    Key Point: When Christians look back to the Cross and remember what Jesus did on the Cross to accomplish eternal salvation for those who believe and then look forward to His return (The Second Coming) it gives us the ability by the power of the Holy Spir

    Cornerstone Church February 24, 2013 “Expectant Living – The King is Coming” Titus 2:11-14 “There is a story about a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rick George avatar

    Expand, Embrace, Encounter And Expect Series

    Contributed by Rick George on Oct 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,371 views

    We need to expect God to expand our vision and be ready to embrace the call on our lives to do kingdom work.

    These past three weeks we have focused our messages on discipleship. The first week Pastor Tim so adequately, and literally, unpacked for us the story of Elmo, I mean Thomas, the imperfect disciple and how Jesus accepts us and knows us for who we really are – our good and bad. The 2nd week I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Wrath Of People Against The Truth Tellers Of God

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jul 16, 2016
     | 2,925 views

    People will hate you for sharing with them the correction they need from God's Word. It is persecution, but God expects us to uphold righteousness.

    The Wrath of People Against the Truth Tellers of God by Kelly Durant 2 Tim 3:12 12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. The prophets of God in the Bible, pastors of today, or any truth living Christian who will speak what is correct from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Who Were You Expecting?

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Apr 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,758 views

    Christ Longs to make a "Triumphal Entry" into our hearts but our expectations of who Christ is “supposed” to be can keep us from receiving Christ as He actually is.

    WHO WERE YOU EXPECTING? “Misunderstanding Christ at the Triumphal Entry.” Mt. 21:1-17 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: • Have you ever listened to someone on the radio and then seen them in person? They are never what you expect. Or have you ever read a book and then watched the movie, ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Duane Smith avatar

    A Word Or Two For Believers Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Apr 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,701 views

    This message is intended to help us realize that a lot is expected of God’s children and we need to know and work on those expectations to please our Lord.

    A WORD OR TWO FOR BELIEVERS 1 Timothy 4:12-16 INTRODUCTION: A. God’s timing is always so good. 1. Take for instance our current passage from the book of 1 Timothy. 2. 1 Tim. 4:12-16 Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will We Know And Recognize Our Loved Ones In Heaven?

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 2, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,497 views

    It really would be a sad situation if we didn’t know our friends and loved ones in Heaven, all of us have loved ones that have passed and gone on to be with the Lord, and those of us that are saved are looking forward to be

    WILL WE KNOW AND RECOGNIZE OUR LOVED ONES IN HEAVEN? 4-4-09 MATT. 22:23-30 It really would be a sad situation if we didn’t know our friends and loved ones in Heaven, all of us have loved ones that have passed and gone on to be with the Lord, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist