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  • Paul Robinson avatar

    Dealing With Disappointment

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022
     | 5,945 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

  • Roy Fowler avatar

    What For?

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jan 2, 2021
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     | 8,037 views

    What God has done for us and how we understand it. Then what do we do after we received Gods precious gift?

    Our text today offers us an opportunity to explore what we, as God’s children, have done with his words and how we understand them. The "What for?" question. That is to see what is expected of us after we know Him as Savior. We can start out with a wonderful based Scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Am A Church Member

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 11, 2021
     | 6,493 views

    What does it mean to be a church member? What is expected of me? As members of a church we each hold a unique place in the church. As members of a church we each have certain responsibilities in the local body of believers.

    I AM A CHURCH MEMBER For many people, church membership simply means that we attend church, and we will do so until we cease to be happy where we attend, then we will find another church to attend. We think that being a church member is something that gives us the right to vote on matter that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ready Or Not! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2021
     | 4,244 views

    It is the most wonderful time of the year! But are we ready? Has it caught us off guard? How do we handle a season we which we aren’t prepared?

    Christmas Is Coming! Pt. 1 - Ready or Not! Introduction It is hard to believe it is the month of December much less almost Christmas. This year at times has seemed like a lifetime while at other moments it is a blur. We find ourselves in the most nostalgic time of year. Visions of sugar plums ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I'm Ready! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2021
     | 4,454 views

    It is the most wonderful time of the year! But are we ready? Has it caught us off guard? How do we handle a season we which we aren’t prepared?

    Christmas Is Coming! Pt. 2 - I'm Ready I. Introduction Christmas stockings. Lights. Bright bows. Ornaments. Family pictures. Carols. Last week we talked about how Christmas can slip up on you. A sudden and drastic change in season. Mary experienced this. No warning. Just minding her own ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    God Sees Your Heart

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2025
     | 825 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

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Do We Have A Breeding Ground For Positive Expectation ?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 25, 2025
     | 345 views

    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

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Do You Expect Me To Believe That?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 27, 2025
     | 431 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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    Showing John The Baptist The Gospel

    Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 14, 2024
     | 656 views

    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

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    God Doesn’t Answer Our Way Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 240 views

    When we expect God to show up only in certain ways, we limit our ability to see how he is actually showing up.

    Title: God Doesn’t Answer Our Way Intro: When we expect God to show up only in certain ways, we limit our ability to see how he is actually showing up. Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11 Reflection Dear Friends, There is a woman I will never forget. She spent years serving the Lord with joy in her ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Dios No Responde A Nuestro Modo Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 11, 2025
     | 119 views

    Cuando esperamos que Dios se manifieste sólo de ciertas maneras, limitamos nuestra capacidad de ver cómo se manifiesta realmente.

    Título: Dios no responde a nuestro modo Introducción: Cuando esperamos que Dios se manifieste sólo de ciertas maneras, limitamos nuestra capacidad de ver cómo se manifiesta realmente. Escritura: Mateo 11:2-11 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Hay una mujer que nunca ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Hindi Sumasagot Ang Diyos Sa Ating Paraan Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 230 views

    Kapag inaasahan nating magpapakita lamang ang Diyos sa ilang mga paraan, nililimitahan natin ang ating kakayahang makita kung paano siya aktwal na nagpapakita.

    Pamagat: Hindi Sumasagot ang Diyos sa Ating Paraan Intro: Kapag inaasahan nating magpapakita lamang ang Diyos sa ilang mga paraan, nililimitahan natin ang ating kakayahang makita kung paano siya aktwal na nagpapakita. Banal na Kasulatan: Mateo 11:2-11 Pagninilay Mahal na mga kaibigan, May ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    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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    Figs And False Promises Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 19, 2014
     | 5,508 views

    Jesus used a fig tree to demonstrate the importance of producing fruit in this life.

    • You can’t judge a book by its cover. That goes both ways. • A book with a tattered cover may be so because it has been often read. • Yet it may be so because it is often tossed aside and abused. • Ill. Two ranchers were in the city bank to get an extension of their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thieves Strike When Least Expected Jesus Will Come Back When Least Expected

    Contributed by Brian Young on Jan 29, 2017
     | 4,763 views

    Communion Meditation Sermon Illustration Christ Return Surprise Thief Night Watch Broken Ready Hour Day House Owner Eat Bread Drink Cup Proclaim Lord Death Come Back Planned Hammer Crowbar Break Locks Gloves Protect Wait Time Midnight Ball Drop Police gem

    They planned it for many months if not for years. They had the right stuff - They brought a hammer and crowbar to break the locks - They wore gloves and hooded sweat shirts to protect their identities They waited for the right time - They waited for the stroke of midnight until the ball dropped - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ