Sermons on Expectant Hope:

You’ve Hid Your Hope Long Enough

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Nov 13, 2011

There is a demonic influence in this region that is trying to kill the prolific (reproductive) elements that causes you to grow in number and in strength, because of this truth, there has been a decree issued to assassinate you.

You’ve hid your hope long enough Exodus 2: 1-3 There is a demonic influence in this region that is trying to kill the prolific (reproductive) elements that causes you to grow in number and in strength, because of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restored Hope - The Widow Of Nain - Mothers Day Talk

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 2, 2011

Jesus and the Widow of Nain. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Sermon Outline: TWO CROWDS MEET: The widow and the mourners Jesus and his followers TWO ‘ONLY SONS’ MEET: The woman’s son and heir The Father’s son and saviour TWO SUFFERS MEET: Widow: alone and grieving Jesus: ‘man of sorrows’ TWO ENEMIES MEET: Boy: death and decay Jesus: life and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Brethren

No Parole, No Appeal, No Hope: The Great White Throne Judgment Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 19, 2020

You do not end up as mere food for worms and fertilizer for flowers in a forgotten grave. You will be in one of two places after you take your last breath, and you will face the Sovereign LORD, either as Savior or Judge. Where do you stand on that fact?

The Holy Bible affirms that there are ONLY two places where your soul can go after death. Either you will be in heaven with God the Father, the Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the redeemed of all history, or in hell with the devil, his angels, and the wicked of all history, to be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15, Matthew 25:41, Mark 9:43-48, Luke 16:19-31, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Reaching The Edge Of The Wilderness Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Aug 26, 2019

The years of grief, training, apprenticeship, seeming futility, small victories and painful growth are finally about to bloom into something wonderful. Something that you have hoped for and simultaneously expected to never actually happen.

For more information and teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com If you take the lessons and introspections of the wilderness seriously you will eventually find yourself at the edge of the wilderness. That place where you can finally see what ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Worship Faithfully Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007

What does the church expect of a member. These are not what we consider man-made expectations, but God given expectations of every member of Christ’s Church

“What is Expected of a Church Member: Worship Faithfully” Introduction: When you commit yourself to the membership of the church you are joining a 2,000-year-old institution established by Jesus himself. Jesus said, “I will establish my church and the gates of Hell will not overcome it.” In Acts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Candle Of Hope In The Darkness Of Life. Isaiah 9:2

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 7, 2025

A message about the light of a candle and the hope it brings.

The Candle of Hope in the Darkness of Life Stand with me and repeat after me. “This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I have what it says I have. I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God. I boldly confess: My mind is alert, My heart is receptive. I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond Reasoning: Think Out Of The Box!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 11, 2007

Do we have to stay this way? Will we require more of ourselves? There is hope, a new hope, a living hope, a hope against hope.

BEYOND REASONING! THINK OUT OF THE BOX. WHERE WILL YOU FIND GOD? EXPECTATIONS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Nothing creates more deep seated anxieties than the false assumption that life should be free from anxieties. Many years ago I was at a Preacher’s meeting and I heard ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seven Wonders Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 16, 2007

The reality of heaven will be far greater than our expectations. The expectation is worth living for.

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO What Happens When A Person Dies? Seven Wonders of Heaven Revelation 21:1-7 The Sunday School teacher was telling the class of second grade boys about the wonders of heaven. They listened with rapped attention as he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Every Time The Church Doors Open

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 11, 2010

Preached 1985. What merits our coming to church frequently? We need to come with the expectation that God will meet us in the presence of His people. And then we will respond with prayer for the church, not mere criticism or complaint.

They tell the story about the fellow who on one Sunday morning woke up, struggled out of bed, shuffled downstairs for his breakfast, and then announced to his mother, "Mother, I’m not going. I’m just not going to church today. I don’t feel like it, they don’t care for me down there, I don’t need ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The Wilderness: Turning Suffering Into Seeking - Psalm 63 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 29, 2025

What if your deepest pain could become your greatest pathway to God? Learn how to transform suffering into a thirst for His presence that changes everything. Imagine a life where every moment—good or bad—draws you closer to God. Psalm 63 reveals the one desire that can make it a reality.

Psalm 63:0,1 A Psalm of David. When he was in the Desert of Judah. 1 O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water ************************************** Introduction: Emotion and Temptation The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1

Encouraged To Endure Sermon I: Encouraged By A Hope That Is Sure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 7, 2020

Going through difficult times causes anxiety and uncertainty, even among devoted Christians, but God our Father has provided for our survival and encourages us to endure by the certainty of a hope that is sure.

Encouraged to Endure by a Hope That Is Sure “Encouraged to Endure by a Hope That Is Sure” is a fitting motto for those of you who, like me, have joined the Four Score Overtime Club. It is also a motto apropos to the 1st ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Your Someday..has Arrived!!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 1, 2014

YOU..can change your circumstances! Someday is knocking on the door again...It's time to answer the door..today is somebodies, someday You can..you know, I SAID YOU CAN YOU KNOW! because Gods word says you can.. And that's enough! Amen?

Your Someday Has Arrived Deut 2:2-3 KJ 2. And the LORD spake unto me, saying, 3. Ye have compassed this mountain long enough: turn you northward. Well, someday things are going to get better… Someday my ship will come in... Someday I'm going to make a change... Someday, I will become a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:2-3, Jeremiah 29:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Them, Lead Them, And Feed Them

Contributed by John Browning on Oct 29, 2006

What is a pastor’s job? What are they expected to do and what should you expect from them?

Love um, Lead um, & Feed um By Pastor Clinton Browning John 21: 15 – 18 As we close out October, which happens to be clergy appreciation month. I want to end the month by talking about what a pastor is supposed to as well as what you as members should be able to expect from your pastor. You all ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Faith, Hope, And Love: Essentials Of A Healthy Heart Life

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014

Faith, hope, and love. They make up a triad of truths about God and us. We continuously need these three factors, which is what "abide" implies.

Faith, Hope, and Love: Essentials of a Healthy Heart Life 1 Corinthians 13:13 “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” - Faith, Hope, Love: These 3 can be discussed on their own merit, but I’d like to take a look at how they relate to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Memorial Day: Reflecting On The Sacrifice, Yet Looking To Hope

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on May 30, 2011

On Memorial Day, we remember the lives and reflect on the sacrifice of loved ones lost in times of war. Let this also be a Memorial Day in which we look to Jesus, reflect on His Sacrifice, and grasp the hope that only comes through Him.

5/29/11 Given by Sterling C. Franklin @ Glorious King Jesus Christian Church (GKJ:CC) Memorial Day: Reflecting on the Sacrifice, yet Looking to Hope - Opening Prayer - Is anyone here a vet? Please stand. I know it isn’t quite Veteran’s Day, but we would still like to honor you today. Some ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational