Sermons on Expect Today:

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT IS TO BALANCE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF WITH LOFTY HOPE IN THE LORD

BIG IDEA: THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT IS TO BALANCE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF WITH LOFTY HOPE IN THE LORD I. (:1) REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF A. Humility in Attitude 1. How I think about myself “O Lord, my heart is not proud” not being puffed up with a sense of my own importance 2. How I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 131:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seeking God's Face Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE

BIG IDEA: THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE INTRODUCTION: THE SECRET OF THE SEEKER -- How can he be so confident when the enemies are so terrible and the goodness of the Lord is nowhere to be seen? I. (:1-3) THE LORD IS THE ANSWER TO ALL MY FEARS (NO PANIC) A. (:1) The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Genuine Faith

Contributed by Robert Brent on Jul 19, 2004

Genuine faith that pleases God is sometimes found in the least expected places.

“Genuine Faith” [Matthew 8:5-13] Introduction: We all like to get the genuine article when we buy something. When we put our money down for the real deal we rightfully expect to get the real deal. Once I bought a .22 caliber rifle that was a “knock off” of a Browning rifle. Believe me it did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Promises Are No Laughing Matter Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 10, 2005

God takes his promises seriously and expects us to do the same.

GOD’S PROMISES ARE NO LAUGHING MATTER Text: Gen. 18:1-15; Gen. 21:1-7 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 18:1-15 2. God has a sense of humor.  He made me  My dog thinks she’s a cat 3. Except for when it comes to his promises. Thesis: God takes his promises seriously and expects us to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Nurturing A Healthy Prayer Life

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Message explores importance of relationship, persisence, and expectation in our prayer lives.

Nurturing a Healthy Prayer Life Luke 11:1-13[1] 12-05-04 Intro[2] The frustration of unanswered prayer—have you ever experienced it? Have you ever felt like your prayers were getting no where? Have you ever felt like crying out to God the way David did in Psalm 89:46, “How long, O LORD? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Charismatic

The Sound Of Salvation

Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 5, 2006

The "sounds of salvation" are the sounds of "earth groaning in expectation" for Christ’s return.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three In One who gives us our Hope that even nature sings about. Creeeeeeeeeek…..bang! Buzzzz………….crack…….bang! Whiirrrrrr…… Brothers and Sisters in Christ. “We know that the whole creation has been groaning together in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Ask God To Take The Phyiscal Challenge

Contributed by D. Marie Hamilton on Feb 2, 2007

Asking God to manifest His presence in our lives and expect for it to happen.

Asking God to Take a Physical Challenge Let us pray. I want to ask the kids a question. By a show of hands, how many of you know about or have watched the show Double Dare on Nickelodeon? Well, I’m here to let you know that show is about 15 years old. I remember when that show first came ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:3-35

Denomination: Methodist

The Love Of God

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 7, 2008

The kind of love God expects His followers to have for one another.

1 John 3:16-18 “The Love of God” I. The Measure of Love (16a) A. Dualism of John’s writings • Love & Hate • Light & Dark • Righteousness & Sin B. There is no middle ground with John, no gray area. C. This causes us to do a reality check  here John says you either love your brother or ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Wise Men

Contributed by Steve Ownby on Nov 30, 2006

This sermon is one which describes the stages of expectancy concerning the return of Christ.

The Wisemen Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction: According to history and a little tradition from the beginning of time God’s children have been waiting for the Messiah and according to tradition the Magi came based upon signs and knowledge. We’re living in a time when people fall into one of three ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

New Life Series

Contributed by David De Kock on Jun 22, 2009

New Life in the Kingdom means abandoning ourselves to God in expectation of the impossible

Matthew 9:18-31 18 While he was saying this, a ruler came and knelt before him and said, “My daughter has just died. But come and put your hand on her, and she will live.” 19 Jesus got up and went with him, and so did his disciples. 20 Just then a woman who had been subject to bleeding for twelve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-31

Denomination: Charismatic

Seeking God’s Face

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army THOSE WHO SEEK GOD’S FACE CONFIDENTLY EXPECT DELIVERANCE THE SECRET OF THE SEEKER -- How can he be so confident when the enemies are so terrible and the goodness of the Lord is nowhere to be seen? I. (:1-3) THE LORD IS THE ANSWER TO ALL MY FEARS (NO ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Saved To Serve

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2012

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

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Ready To Live - Are We Ready To Leave? Part Two

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 11, 2008

When we least expect it, Jesus will come. Are you ready?

Introduction: When we least expect it, Jesus will come. Different views on the Rapture 1. Partial Church Rapture 2. Mid tribulation (Mid Trib) 3. Prewrath 4. Post Tribulation (Post Trib) 5. Post-millennial 6. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Just Get Out Of The Way Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2012

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

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Your New Life Part 2 Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Dec 12, 2010

Paul outlines what he expects as evidenve of a regenerated life in Christ.

INTRO: Tonight we conclude our series on Romans 1. The mega-theme: Because of sin the whole human race (Jews and non-Jews) need to be put right with God—Through Jesus Christ 2. Everyone are sinners – believers and non-believer – no difference between them 3. God has made a way ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist