Sermons about Great Expectations

At The Intersection Of Expectation And Disappointment

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 16, 2019

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John was disillusioned when he questioned whether Jesus was the Messiah. Studying this incident will assist us to avoid becoming disillusioned in Christ.

“When John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, ‘Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?’ And Jesus answered them, ‘Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight and the lame walk, lepers are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Expecting The Unexpected (Funeral)

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 12, 2017

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Funeral for middle aged Christian lady who died unexpectedly.

Song – Glory for Me – Family Enters Song – Lamb of God Romans 8.26-30 26 And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. 27 And the Father who knows all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Expectation Results In Impartation"

Contributed by Perry Newton Sr on Jul 3, 2006

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THis sermon aims to encourage the readers to come to God expecting that he will impart to them that which they desire.

Expectation results in Impartation Bishop Dr Perry Edison Newton Sr The word expectation means according to Webster: looking forward to; anticipation; a thing looked forward to; prospect of future success; to await; to watch. My definition of expectation would be to adapt the attitude of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Expect Chaos (Pentecost)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008

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This is a Pentecost sermon that focuses on the power of the Holy Spirit to make things happen.

“Expect Chaos!” In the spirit of Mother’s day, I would like to tell the tale of four-year-old Little Johnny… Johnny asked, "Mommy, where do babies come from? "The stork, dear." replied Johnny’s Mom. "Mommy, who keeps bad people from robbing our house?" Asked Little Johnny. Johnny’s mother ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Christmas: Unfulfilled Expectations?" Series

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 24, 2001

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Christmas Eve parable/sermon about a Bethlehem seamstress.

“She gave birth to her first child, a son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the village inn.” Luke 2:7 When it came to clothe Rachel was a way better than average weaver; and everyone in town knew it. She was the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: *other

Not What I Expected

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 31, 2023

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Are we demanding signs? Do we allow fleshly, carnal desires to define our expectations. Do I focus on external materialism to define what I am expecting? Do we desire spiritual healthy expectations?

NOT WHAT I EXPECTED? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) EXPECT: eager anticipation, probable to occur, to wait on something, think or believe that something is going to happen, anticipate, look forward, to hope, requires faith. WANT: to desire, wish ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:22, Mark 8:11-12, 1 John 5:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Expect God To Work! Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 26, 2005

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Fifth in a series designed for a giving campaign, "Get In The Game!"

Today we will conclude our consideration of the things that need to be true of us, as the people of God, if we are going to make sure that we "Get In The Game" for God and live lives that count for Christ. We said that we can know we’ve "Got Game" if we: Go for the gold; Aim for excellence; Make ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

A Woman’s Great Faith

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 12, 2013

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Consideration of Christ encounter with a woman, who was only one of two individuals of whom Christ commended them for their great or mega faith. Her expectations and Christs response.

A Woman’s Great Faith Matthew 15:21-28 Jesus Christ had traveled to the district of Tyre and Sidon to the north of Galilee in what today is coastal southern Lebanon. Here Christ encounters a woman, who was only one of two individuals of whom Christ commended them for their great or mega faith. As ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Expecting A Miracle? Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 21, 2015

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Let's trust God for a miracle!

Are You Expecting A Miracle? Text: Acts 12:1-19 Introduction 1. Illustration: Faith expects from God what is beyond all expectation. — Andrew Murray 2. Hebrews 11:1 (NLT) Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

Experience The Joy Of Expectancy

Contributed by Dana Chau on Dec 2, 2002

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Learn and choose the three biblical expectations that will bring you joy forevermore

I trust most of you enjoyed your Thanksgiving. I came across a Thanksgiving poem that might describe some of our Thursday night experience. Let’s see if you agree: Twas the night of Thanksgiving, but I just couldn’t sleep I tried counting backwards, I tried counting sheep. The leftovers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-55

Denomination: *other

Expectations & Evidence

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 16, 2023

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Yeshua was saying, “Don’t be upset because I’m not what you expected. You’ve got my credentials. Now trust me for the rest of it.”

Zach was tired. He had been coming down to Tiberias every week for almost two months, bringing news and food to John in prison, and it looked like he’d probably be doing it for the rest of the year. Nothing had changed. After Herod arrested John for publicly accusing him of incest and adultery, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

4 Expectations Of Worship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 20, 2007

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When we experience true worship, we can also expect ot receive something from God!

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1  I get up each Sunday morning, I miss out on a mornings sleep, I miss out on going to the golf course, I miss out on being able to go fishing. I get up and go to church.  Am I being cheated, am I missing out on something by coming to church each ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Yours An Expectant Faith?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 23, 2024

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Faith means maintaining our trust in God, even when He makes us wait.

Have you ever watched the surfing contests in Hawaii? From what I read, surfing is all about the timing. The environment for surfing is dynamic with the waves, wind, and conditions constantly changing. It doesn't matter how long you spend in the water if you don't have the right timing. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56, 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

"Expect The Unexpected This Christmas”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jan 2, 2023

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As some of said, “If we expect to hear the Christmas gospel without the Advent call to repentance, we will find ourselves surprised by John and unprepared for Jesus.” So, we ask the Holy Spirit to open our hearts to the message and ministry of both John and Jesus.

“It wasn’t what I expected.” Whether you are young or old, a man or woman, a girl or a boy, you have probably experienced something that caused you to have that reaction. Perhaps it was connected to some food that you tried. You were feeling a little adventurous and you ordered something at a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Biblical Expectations Of An Elder Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 13, 2017

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A sermon examining what God expects from an elder.

Biblical Expectations Of An Elder Titus 1:5-9 Thom Rainer president of LifeWay Christian stores recently asked a few hundred laypersons to write down what they desired of a pastor. He shares some of the top responses that he received: People desire a Pastor who possessed love of congregation, they ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

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