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    The Unique Jesus - Introduction Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023
     | 986 views

    No matter who you are in life, and what your condition, Jesus can help you, save you, and use you.

    A. THE UNIQUE JESUS 1. He was fully God and fully man at the same time. “Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God” (Matthew 16:16). “Jesus … asleep” (Mark 4:38). 2. He knew a person’s problem before being told. “Jesus …knew all men, He needed not that anyone would tell him, because He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Sees Your Heart

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2025
     | 516 views

    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

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Dealing With Disappointment

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022
     | 5,667 views

    We’ve all been disappointed at times in life. Disappointment can only happen if there is some kind of expectation. When that expectation is not met, disappointment occurs. Unlike discouragement, disappointment is not a sin. Even Jesus was disappointed at times with the disciples.

    Many have set out to accomplish great things, but have been disappointed in the outcome. It is said that Alexander the Great wept because there were no more worlds to conquer. Alexander was disappointed. Hugo Grotius, the father of modern international law, said, “I have accomplished nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Silver And Gold Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 24, 2022
     | 3,468 views

    We should always expect God to open the door for us to share the Gospel.

    Silver and Gold Text: Acts 3:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: Mark Roberts wrote of a time when he visited the Capitol as a guest of Congressman John Campbell. If he was with the congressman, he could walk freely around the Capitol, entering many areas that were reserved "for authorized ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Fool

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Aug 14, 2021
     | 3,206 views

    Discusses different kinds of fools

    Sermon Title: The Fool. Scripture Text:  Ephesians 5: 15-20 ILLUSTRATION: It was a cold and silent night. The weather was freezing cold. A group of monkeys were on a tree. They were clinging to its branches. One of the monkeys said, “I wish we could find some fire. It will help us to keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Do We Have A Breeding Ground For Positive Expectation ?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 25, 2025
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    Seems we live in a world of negativity. God desires us to expect good things by faith. May positive expectation grow in our hearts.

    DO WE HAVE A BREEDING GROUND FOR EXPECTATION? MIRACLES? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Do You Expect Me To Believe That?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2025
     | 269 views

    The Preacher boldly declares: By this time tomorrow God is going to move. The king's servant says: There is no way... I don't believe that is possible.

    DO YOU EXPECT ME TO BELIEVE THAT? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Two part. Text: 2 Kings 7:1Then Elisha said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, To morrow about this time shall a measure of fine flour be sold for a shekel, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Deliberate Touch PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024
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    Explores the power of faith and expectation in healing, using the story of the woman who touched Jesus' garment as an example.

    Good morning, beloved. I want to welcome you all to this blessed gathering, this sacred assembly of hearts aflame with love for the Lord. I am reminded of the words of Kenneth M. Copeland, who once said, "Don't fool yourself by thinking you can talk ugly about somebody and then act lovingly toward ...read more

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    Showing John The Baptist The Gospel

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 14, 2024
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    For the Third Sunday in Advent, we look at John the Baptist in Jail, stuck in depression and questioning God. His search for who the Messiah is supposed to be helps us to see clearly who God is, and how He works in our lives.

    Showing John the Baptist the Gospel Good Morning. We live by expectations, and that’s not necessarily bad. When we go to bed at night, we expect the alarm to work. We expect others to stop at stop signs. In fact, we have a lot of expectations about how others should act. Our days are full of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What God Expects Of You

    Contributed by Royce Hendry on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,858 views

    A stewardship sermon on what God expects of us.

    Luke 19:11-27 WHAT GOD EXPECTS OF YOU INTRO: Little Cajun lady called the police with the complaint that a man next door was indecently exposing himself. Cops arrive. She brings them into her bathroom and said, "Would you look at that! A man indecently exposes himself." The officer looked out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Holiness) Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Mar 3, 2011
     | 3,563 views

    Jesus expects us to be holy, no matter the temptation.

    [If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] STAYING PURE IN A DIRTY WORLD ILLUSTRATION: Trying not to get dirty while working. “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write….” (v. 18a). In Thyatira, doctrinal compromise ...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
     | 3,365 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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    Expectations For Godly Living-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023
     | 1,757 views

    1 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. But, What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

    EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-I—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: Use Your Elbows: A Grandmother was giving directions to her grown grandson who was coming with his wife, to visit her for the first time in her new place: She told him, “You come to the front door of the apartment complex. I live in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Great Excuses And Greater Expectations

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 4,964 views

    God expects our lives to be greattestaments to his love

    Great Excuses and Greater Expectations, Luke 14:15-24 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ July 14, 2002 I came across this list that could prove to be very helpful if you ever fall asleep at work. The following is a list of excuses you can use when caught sleeping at your desk. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Love) Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 15, 2011
     | 3,384 views

    Christ expects us to be filled with love for Himself and others.

    [If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE Christ expects His church to be full of LOVE for HIMSELF and OTHERS. “Love” (agape) is selfless love. “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist