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  • David Hicks avatar

    A Holy Amputee

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,795 views

    Jesus expects us to deal ruthlessly with our own sin.

    A Holy Amputee Matthew 5:27-30 I’d like to read the following from a Grand Junction, Colorado News Article from May 2, 2003: With no water and as little hope of survival, Aspen mountaineer Aron Ralston, 27, used a pocketknife to amputate his own arm and free himself from a boulder weighing ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    X-Treme X-Pectation

    Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jul 30, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,868 views

    Learn about the missing factor in your faith with this message on expectation.

    X-treme X-pectation What to Do in the Waiting Room of Life I. Introduction Billy’s mom asked him for a small favor. Usually her favors include driving somewhere and picking up something. And to Billy’s surprise, this favor was exactly what he expected – driving somewhere and picking up ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christ's Prayer For His Church

    Contributed by Jason Horrocks on May 18, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,390 views

    This is a verse by verse interpretation of the prayer of Christ in John 17. Many issues are addressed in this sermon. What Christ expects of His church, what Christ expects of His Pastors, etc...

    Christ’s Prayer For His Church John 17:1-26 There was a little boy in a church service in Kentucky who was crying and interrupting the church service. After a period of time his dad took all he could stand. The dad picks him up and puts him underneath his arm. While heading out the back door, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Enduring In The End Times Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 26, 2021
     | 8,378 views

    While it is impossible to known when the Lord will return, the Scripture does reveal what we can expect as that time draws near. Paul sought to equip the church to prepare for and endure during the End Times. These words of exhortation are especially needed today.

    Enduring in the End Times 1 Thessalonians 5: 8-11 Paul had spent a great deal of time dealing with the rapture of the church and the second coming of the Lord. He sought to enlighten them concerning the events that are sure to happen. If you remember, the Thessalonians were a bit confused, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bob Briggs avatar

    Getting A Return On Your Ministry

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000
    based on 76 ratings
     | 3,408 views

    If you make an investment, would you not expect to make a greater return than what you put in? Why should God expect less from us?

    Turn tonight to Mark 4:20 (READ) And those are the ones whom seed was sown in the good soil; and they hear the word and accept it, and bear fruit, thirty, sixty and a hundred fold. If I were to give you each tonight $100, and I were then to tell you how you could turn that $100 into ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "God Make Us Good Again"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 26, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,230 views

    The message helps us understand God doesn't expect us to be great, but he does expect us to be good by doing justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly.

    Four thousand years ago, barrenness was the ultimate disgrace; it was seen as a sign of divine disfavor. If you don’t have children, it’s because God’s got something against you. Period. A woman who couldn’t conceive suffered not only lack of approval, but also the threat of divorce. And barrenness ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Sibling Rivalry Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 23, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,326 views

    Sibling rivalry starts with one person feeling they've been slighted. They deserved to be treated better. And expect this kind of rivalry in children - it's when we become adults that this desire to "be the star" can destroy families, churches and relationships.

    OPEN: Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVI2fX-1uPU That clip was from a popular TV series called “This Is Us” where a couple of the main actors (brothers Kevin and Randall) get into a fight. The scene is an excellent example of a common conflict most families experience called ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 4, 2016
    based on 54 ratings
     | 22,241 views

    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

  • Rich Hadley avatar

    Health Care Reform- Jesus Style

    Contributed by Rich Hadley on Jun 28, 2002
    based on 106 ratings
     | 11,347 views

    In light of today’s church--- In light of today’s epidemic of sin The question goes out--- Is there a doctor in the house?

    Matthew 9:9-13 "Healthcare Reform—Jesus Style" Once upon a time There was a king. A tribal chief. He was angry about the "white" influence in that region. He decided that only medical personnel could remain. Everybody else had to go. Teachers...missionaries...merchants... They all had to go. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Any Day Now Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 6, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,553 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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    The Program Of Progress Series

    Contributed by Donny Granberry on Sep 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,358 views

    Just as we expect our children to grow, mature, and excell, God expects the same from His children. We can either falling back, or"Take it to the next level."

    Taking It To The Next Level “Program of Progress” By:Pastor Donny Granberry For the next couple of weeks or so we are going to be looking at different means of taking it to the next level. When many students graduate High School, they will go to a College or University to further their education ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Are You Satisfied?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 8, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,605 views

    Why do you go to services at your church? What are you seeking from the Saviour? People have expectations, but many times our expectations fail to match up with reality.

    “When John’s messengers had gone, Jesus began to speak to the crowds concerning John: ‘What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? What then did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Behold, those who are dressed in splendid clothing and live in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For The Glory Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 193 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

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    Victory Or Defeat

    Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Jul 22, 2001
    based on 167 ratings
     | 16,676 views

    We should remember that God expects us to win and be victorious.

    Victory or Defeat Judges 1:1-7 INTRODUCTION Imagine for a moment that you are invited to a royal banquet by a king named Adonibezek. 1) Almost any food you could hope for on the table. 2) Over to one side you notice a strange sight. a. A group ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer That Changes Things

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 19, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,051 views

    Proposition: Faith is necessary for believers to rise to God’s expectations.

    Prayer that Changes Things Rev. Sean Lester October 17, 2004 Text: Luke 17:1-10 LK 17:1 Jesus said to his disciples: "Things that cause people to sin are bound to come, but woe to that person through whom they come. [2] It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal