Sermons about Great Expectations

Great Faith & Great Humility In Action Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009

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What does faith and humility look like

Great Faith & Great Humility in Action - Luke 7:1-10 Gladstone Baptist Church - 26/6/05 am The Wizard of Oz is a classic story of Dorothy, a young girl from Kansas who somehow finds herself swept into a magical land by a tornado. She embarks on a quest to see the Wizard who, it is reported, can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Were We Expecting? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

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God’s supernatural work is more wonderful than we would dare imagine.

Introduction For all who have ached to serve God and see his kingdom advance, we must surely appreciate Oswald Smith, standing before an examining board in 1920. One dream dominated his heart – to be a missionary for Jesus. Over and over he had prayed, “Lord, I want to go and tell people of you. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Trust) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2011

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Jesus expects us to trust Him, even in our darkest days.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] TRUSTING THE “TRUE ONE” “Philadelphia” means “city of brotherly love.” Both the modern and ancient cities of Philadelphia haven’t always lived up to their ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

When You Least Expect It

Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Sep 11, 2003

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This message was preached during a memorial service surrounding the events of September 11, 2001.

Introduction: Recently I looked up September 11 in reference book that highlighted important dates. The book, written in 1970, had many events and notes of interest for almost every day in the calendar. I was surprised to find that September 11 had no special significance recorded in that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-51

Denomination: Baptist

Going Beyond What Is Expected?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 23, 2016

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This is a two part lesson as we consider are we going along que sera, sera? Or will we apply extra effort and go beyond our duty?

THE CALL? GOING BEYOND THE DUTY CALL AND WHAT IS EXPECTED! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Two part) I. INTRODUCTION: Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:15-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Favour Beyond Your Expectations

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 15, 2025

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God’s favour is not limited to what we expect—it goes beyond what we can imagine. When God’s favour is upon a person, they receive promotions, breakthroughs, and blessings far beyond their efforts.

FAVOUR BEYOND YOUR EXPECTATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 3:20 "Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us." Supporting Texts: Genesis 6:8 Esther 2:17 Luke 1:30 Psalm 5:12 Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20, Genesis 6:8, Esther 2:17, Luke 1:30, Psalm 5:12, Proverbs 3:3-4 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Expectant Living - The King Is Coming"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Feb 24, 2013

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Key Point: When Christians look back to the Cross and remember what Jesus did on the Cross to accomplish eternal salvation for those who believe and then look forward to His return (The Second Coming) it gives us the ability by the power of the Holy Spir

Cornerstone Church February 24, 2013 “Expectant Living – The King is Coming” Titus 2:11-14 “There is a story about a ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Accept The Situation : Expect The Change

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 20, 2008

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ACCEPT:1.CREATION 2.POSITION 3.DECISION 4.PERMISSION 5.CORRECTION 6.LIMITATION 7.REVELATION EXPECT :1.EXALTATION 2.LIBERATION 3.TRANSFORMATION 4.RESTORATION 5.FORMATION 6.JUBILIATION 7.CORONATION

ACCEPT THE SITUATION : EXPECT THE CHANGE ******************************************************* The Serenity Prayer ********************** God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference. JAMES ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Expand, Embrace, Encounter And Expect Series

Contributed by Rick George on Oct 29, 2009

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We need to expect God to expand our vision and be ready to embrace the call on our lives to do kingdom work.

These past three weeks we have focused our messages on discipleship. The first week Pastor Tim so adequately, and literally, unpacked for us the story of Elmo, I mean Thomas, the imperfect disciple and how Jesus accepts us and knows us for who we really are – our good and bad. The 2nd week I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Darkest Hour Expect A Miracle

Contributed by James May on Apr 24, 2005

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Our God is a Deliverer! When the devil thinks he has won and the world thinks your done - that’s when God will deliver! Expect a miracle!

IN THE DARKEST HOUR EXPECT A MIRACLE by Pastor Jim May What a wonderful God we serve. I can truly say that serving the Lord is a wonderful privilege. To be used by God, even in the very smallest of manner according to our opinion, is a great privilege indeed. Though most of the members of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Great Commitment

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 7, 2002

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A Great Commitment to the Great Commission and the Great Commandment will build a great church

Sermon for 8/29/99 The Great Mount McKinely Introduction: A. Mount McKinley Recliner. Under the right armrest. Lift up the heavy pad and there it is, a sleek, black console equipped with telephone, answering maching, push-button controls for the recliner’s massaging vibrators and a place to plug ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are Your Expectations Of The Messiah?

Contributed by Philip Gill on Feb 10, 2003

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If John the Baptist had to make sure Jesus was the Messiah it may well have been because there were several examples upon which the expected messiah could be modelled. What are our expectations of the Messiah?

When John heard in prison what the Messiah was doing, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, "Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?" Jesus answered them, "Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-5

Denomination: Anglican

God's Expectation From The Church

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Feb 7, 2006

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Church should understand God’s expectation from her.

“GOD’S EXPECTATIONS FROM THE CHURCH” Acts 2:36-47 I was watching the Olympic events and very pleased on the performance of some the U.S. athletes. One of the coaches was asked about his opinion on expectations set by the Americans, and he responded by saying, “I am not worried by expectations set ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Baptist

Who Were You Expecting?

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Apr 12, 2009

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Christ Longs to make a "Triumphal Entry" into our hearts but our expectations of who Christ is “supposed” to be can keep us from receiving Christ as He actually is.

WHO WERE YOU EXPECTING? “Misunderstanding Christ at the Triumphal Entry.” Mt. 21:1-17 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: • Have you ever listened to someone on the radio and then seen them in person? They are never what you expect. Or have you ever read a book and then watched the movie, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

Denomination: Orthodox

The Spirit Of Expectancy - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Larry Semore on Jun 15, 2011

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This is a part 1 of a powerful series dealing with a human heart and developing a sense of expectation concerning the destiny of God in our lives.

The Spirit of Expectancy Part 1 of a Series TEXT: Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end." Most of us are familiar with this scripture. It is a really great verse that can be applied to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Church Of God

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