Sermons on High Expectations:

You Have A Savior Who Understands You And Can Help You, I Promise! Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 11, 2020

Because Jesus became human and lived among us, He can understand us. And because Jesus was fully divine, He has the power to help us. When we approach God looking for help, we can know that He understands us and will patiently help us.

A. One afternoon, a man came home from work to find two young girls from the neighborhood on the steps of his building. 1. Both girls were crying very loudly, and were shedding big tears. 2. Thinking they might be hurt, the man put down his briefcase and quickly went over to them, asking, “Are you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16, Colossians 1:15-19, John 1:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Walk In Dark Times

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 10, 2020

The message shares how we can walk in hard and even sinful times.

How to walk in the Dark? Palm 119:105-112 1. Erik Weihenmayer is an amazing athlete and adventurer. He’s kayaked all 277 miles of the Colorado River and through the Grand Canyon, • He has climbed the face of El Capitan in Yosemite ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112

Denomination: Methodist

He Has Done All Things Well

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 4, 2021

Today in the text Jesus, according to the people "He has done all things well".

He Has Done All Things Well (Mark 7:31-37) 1. Jesus has done all things well • That’s the response of the folks in the text today vs 37says, People were overwhelmed with amazement. "He has done everything well, "He even makes the deaf hear and mute speak. • Why did these folks say this? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Methodist

Drawing Near The Throne Of Grace (2003)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 23, 2021

God's Word is living and active because it reveals who we really are to God in our hearts.

DRAWING NEAR THE THRONE OF GRACE Text: Hebrews 4:12-16 "To better understand the human body, in 1994, researchers made available a new computer tool called "The Visible Man." The Visible Man consists of almost two thousand computer images. "To produce images, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Lesson #16 [id2]: The Priesthood Of Aaron [part 1] Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 17, 2020

This Lesson continues the great theme of Jesus as our High Priest, showing that He is superior to the Levitical priesthood. Christ, as we have already said has the office of prophet, priest, and king. He is God’s final word to man.

12/27/19 Tom Lowe Lesson #16 [ID2]: The Priesthood of Aaron (5:1-5) Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-5 (NIV) 1. Every high priest is selected from among the people and is appointed to represent the people in matters related to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. 2. He is able to deal gently with ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Navigating The Valleys And The Mountain Tops

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 26, 2023

Who would not like the Lord to help us navigate the highs and lows in our life?

Navigating the valleys and Mountain tops of our life Hinds Feet and High Places Psalm 18:33, Habakkuk 3:19 Introduction and greeting- Good morning, we are glad that you have joined us! Please turn to Psalm 18 as we begin this morning- Prayer- I have titled the message- Navigating the valleys ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:33, Habakkuk 3:19

Denomination: Nazarene

After This

Contributed by Larry Grant on Oct 19, 2024

We are aliens and pilgrims in this strange land just passing through on our way to our inheritance. Paul says we are citizens of Heaven waiting for our Savior! That is why the phrase “after this” is so important. It gives us a proper perspective for the days ahead.

Hebrews 9:22-28 (NKJV) "AFTER THIS" October 19, 2024 The Hebrew writer said “after this, the judgement” in verse 27. This statement reminds us that this life we have is fleeting. The Bible writers describe the briefness of our lives in various ways. James says it is like “a vapor that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

Looking For Something More?

Contributed by Charles Newman on Dec 11, 2003

Are you looking for something more for Christmas this year? As you see the little girl looking up the chimney, you can imagine her emotion of what else can there be for me?

Looking for Something More for Christmas? by Charles R. Newman Luke 2:14 – 3rd Sunday of Advent Dec. 14th, 2003 We all “expect” certain things for Christmas. Presents/gifts are most likely one of the most expected. Next I believe would be the food. Turkey, ham, dressing, yams, anybody hungry yet? ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Missionary Hope Of God Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 18, 2010

Hope is not wishful thinking. Our confidence is Jesus. He is our anchor that connects us to God. This sermon deals with how that confidence or joyous expectation changes us and charges us to love God and love people until His return. This is why Jesus

Intro: The Assyrians, Babylonians, Phoenicians, Egyptians, Persians, Greeks, and Romans had their many gods—gods of war, gods of industry, gods of agriculture, gods of cities, gods of towns, and various others. But in religions entire galaxy of gods, there never was one called “god of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Just What Does God Expect Anyway?

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

Answers the question "What doth the Lord require of thee?"

Just what does God Expect anyway? "And now, Israel, what doth the LORD thy God require of thee, but to fear the LORD thy God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve the LORD thy God with all thy heart and with all thy soul, To keep the commandments of the LORD, and his statutes, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Getting What You Came For

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 3, 2011

Do you come to church expecting to meet with the living God or has it become dull and boring for you? Remember it is important to finish what you start, know what you want and get what you came for.

GETTING WHAT YOU CAME FOR Ten-year-old Phineas longed to see his inheritance. The year was 1820. The day he was born, his grandfather had presented newborn Phineas with a deed to a sizable portion of Connecticut land called Ivy Island. Now Phineas was finally going to see it. Not every boy is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Mess That Mary’s Mission Created Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Feb 27, 2012

your expectations of Christmas

Advent # 3 Resource - Christmas Is Not Your Birthday, Mike Slaughter, Abingdon Press, 2011 The Mess that Mary’s Mission Created Christmas is weighed down with expectations! Somehow every year we think this one will be different. I’ll finally find the perfect gift. Christmas ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gird Up Your Minds: A Lively Hope With Eternal Ramifications

Contributed by David Tack on Nov 18, 2011

A Biblical based hope

Gird up your Minds: A Lively Hope with Eternal Ramifications David Tack: November 18, 2011 (1) INTRODUCTION As we go through each day of our lives it is filled with hopeful expectations. For some it may be as simple as hope for better health, more success, better sleep ect… It is alright ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Ready Or Not, Here I Come Series

Contributed by Allan Bendert on Dec 1, 2013

Looking at expectations

READY OR NOT, HERE I COME! MATTHEW 24:36-44 HOWEVER, NO ONE KNOWS THE DAY OR HOUR WHEN THESE THINGS WILL HAPPEN, NOT EVEN THE ANGELS IN HEAVEN OR THE SON HIMSELF. ONLY THE FATHER KNOWS. WHEN THE SON OF MAN RETURNS, IT WILL BE LIKE IT WAS IN NOAH’S DAY. IN THOSE DAYS BEFORE THE FLOOD, THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Baptist

My Anticipated State

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jul 14, 2015

The power of anticipation is often neglected among the people of God. But we should live in anticipation of God's promises everyday of our lives.

Introduction: Before we began to talk about heaven; let’s consider our anticipated state. What will we be like? How will we look? How old will we be? Will we know each other? I. We will have a Resurrected or Translated ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist