Sermons on Expectant Prayer:

Is There Evidence Of Our First Love?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 10, 2021

We face great dangers when our first love grows dim. We shall stand at the bema seat of God. Guard your passion and zeal to be ready for the imminent return of Jesus Christ.

IS THERE EVIDENCE OF OUR FIRST LOVE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Two part) Text: Matthew 24:44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. WE SO TEACH A GOD OF LOVE, GRACE AND MERCY THAT WE TEND TO BYPASS THE JUDGMENT SEAT OF ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4, Jeremiah 20:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Childlike Faith

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 16, 2020

Everyone keeps saying and we keep hearing over and over the phrase, “this is the new normal!” There is an old saying, “if it walks, talks and acts like a duck...it’s a duck!” What we are witnessing is not the new normal, what we are witnessing is the devil getting all of his ducks in a row!

As we look around the world in the day and age in which we live, we find ourselves questioning everything we’re told. The truth is we have never had more access to information, but have never been more weary of the information we are being told as truth. The go to response for knowledge and truth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Romans 8:1-4, Mark 6:31-34, Matthew 6:34, Matthew 11:25-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Sees Your Heart

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2025

God knows your heart

God sees the heart 1 Samuel 16:1-7 Good Morning everyone, glad you are here. Please turn to 1 Samuel 16:1-7 Did you ever think about the way God see us? God sees the heart and knows what is in our hearts. We cannot fool God when it comes to the heart. The world may be fooled but not God. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

"In A Good Way Expect The Unexpected"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Oct 7, 2011

This is a story that God is still in the miracle business if we slow down and trust Him.

I want to thank you for all your prayers and support yesterday. Yesterday was one of the toughest and rewarding days of my life. I woke up in the morning to see our bank account in the red with no hope in sight. BUT, I know God. I have set my hope on the One who is faithful and I will not question ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

When You Least Expect Him Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus taught that the Son of Man would return when we least expect him. This has implications for future, end-time theology as well as present-day, right-now living. Our Father wants us to live with expectant hope because He can show up in any situation at any moment.

Today, I want to talk about surprises. You know, those moments when something unexpected happens, and it catches you off guard. I have this little gift box here, and there's a surprise inside. I'm not going to tell you what it is just yet, but I want you to keep it in mind as we go through our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Topics: Divine Intervention, Spiritual Encounters, Miraculous Events, Faith Journey

God Is Bigger Than My Expectations Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

God finishes what He starts. And He has started something in many of you. If God has saved you from your sins, this is simply the start.

Today, we begin a series entitled, God is Bigger. This will be a short 4-week study of the book of Philippians. I want invite you to supersize your faith in the coming days by turning to Philippians 1. Easter Sunday was a good day of harvest for our church family 12 people indicated they either ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11, Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

My Church Expectations Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

My church expectations

A. INTRODUCTION “So the church throughout Judea and Galilee and Samaria enjoyed peace [without persecution], being built up [in wisdom, virtue, and faith]; and walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort and encouragement of the Holy Spirit, it continued to grow (new churches)” (Acts 9:31, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31, John 20:21

Denomination: Baptist

Exploring The Possibilites

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 6, 2009

Why do you pray if you don’t expect God to hear and answer? Faith is the key to approaching God in a way that pleases Him.

March 8, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Hebrews 11:6 Subject: Faith Title: Exploring the Possibilities We were over at church praying on Friday morning at our normal prayer time, Alice, Frances, Melanie and I were there, and even though it was our normal prayer time it was far from being a normal ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does Jesus Expect In Worship

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Mar 20, 2002

A look at what Jesus would expect in worship today.

What does Jesus expect in Worship? January 6, 2002 This morning I would like to ask you what I feel is a very important question. As we begin the new year, I would like to ask you frankly, why are you here? Why did you get up this morning to come to this building? As we begin this New Year I ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24, Matthew 21:12-13

Denomination: Methodist

Hope When You Least Expect It

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 26, 2025

“Hope is called the anchor of the soul (Hebrews 6:19), because it gives stability to the Christian life. But hope is not simply a ‘wish’ … rather, it is that which latches on to the certainty of the promises of the future that God has made.” -RC Sproul

Hope When You Least Expect It      Jeremiah 29:1-14 Introduction “Hope is called the anchor of the soul (Hebrews 6:19), because it gives stability to the Christian life. But hope is not simply a ‘wish’ … rather, it is that which latches on to the certainty of the promises of the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Waiting With Expectation: Living As Ready Servants

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Aug 5, 2025

Jesus calls us to live with anticipation and readiness for His return. He reminds us that our Heavenly Father has prepared a wonderful inheritance for us—His kingdom—and that we should live in a state of vigilance and faithfulness.

1. The Comfort of God's Pledge (Luke 12:32) Jesus begins with a word of reassurance: “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.” This is a comforting reminder that our Heavenly Father’s desire is to bless us with His kingdom. His love is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Methodist

When You Least Expect Him Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of Jesus's unexpected return as taught in the Bible, encouraging believers to live in hopeful anticipation of God's presence in their daily lives.

Have you ever struggled with doubts about faith? I want to introduce you to a guy named John Wesley who lived in England from 1703-1791. He was the 15th of 19 kids, and his mom homeschooled them all. His father was a pastor in the Anglican Church, and John himself became a pastor in that same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Topics: Expectant Hope, End-Time Theology, Present-Day Living

23 Things I Expect In This Century

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 15, 2002

My suggestions as to 23 things that I think will happen in the next 100 years.

23 THINGS I EXPECT IN THIS CENTURY By Jerry Falwell INTRODUCTION Today I am going to suggest to you 23 things that I think will happen in the next 100 years. Even though this seems like a “sensational” sermon topic, what I am predicting is not based on sensationalism or on a “Jeanne Dixon” type ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-44

Denomination: Baptist

God Expects His People To Give Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Mar 7, 2016

Sermon Series geared towards a Christian's responsibility to support the ministry of the church through our tithing.

“God Expects His People to Give” Malachi 3: 6-12 February 7, 2016 Intro: A homeless man was looking for a handout one day in a picturesque old English village. He was hungry almost to the point of fainting, when he stopped by a pub called “The Inn of St. George and the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Getting More Than You Expected!

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 6, 2021

The goal of this sermon is to spur you on with passion to not just exist in His kingdom but to be lifted up, dance, leap, and praise God with every fiber of your being with the assurance that whom God has enabled that person can do unimaginable and glorious things that honors His name!

Getting More than you Expected Acts 3:1-10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Amazing grace how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me, I was once lost but now I’m found, was blind but now I see!” Do you remember the unspeakable joy the day when you were not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist