Sermons on jesus expectations: showing 241-255 of 199,467

Elijah - Unrealistic Expectations Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 14, 2018

God’s grace is spectacular… even when it isn’t

ENGAGE Fourteen years ago I was a struggling bi-vocational church planter. Because our church plant had gone through some tough times, we were meeting at our house over the summer and praying for God’s direction. During that time I got a phone call from Denny Howard, who was the pastor here at ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Expect Persecution, Not Prosperity

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 13, 2022

You will be confused and doubting God when things fall apart if you are awaiting a golden age when God has promised persecution.

2 Timothy 3:10 But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience, 11 Persecutions, afflictions, which came unto me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra; what persecutions I endured: but out of them all the Lord delivered me. 12 Yea, and all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-13, John 15:18-20, 1 Peter 4:12-19, Philippians 1:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

Victims Of Unrisen Expectations

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 14, 2010

We fail to experience a vital faith because we do not expect anything new, we operate out of preconceived notions, or we wait for authority figures to validate us.

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC, March 5, 1989 Anyone who works in an office or who has had to do either writing or typing knows that you do not proofread your own work. You just do not proofread your own work. Why not? Because the tendency is to see what we want to see, and what we ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Expectant Faith Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Sep 25, 2004

The reality of expectant faith

Acts 4:23, “23As soon as they were freed, Peter and John found the other believers and told them what the leading priests and elders had said.” This here is a transition into the heart of the testimony of God’s active involvement as expressed in Acts 4:23-31 and the remainder of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Expect God To Work! Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 26, 2005

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

More Than Expected

Contributed by Brent Hutsell on May 22, 2001

Nathanael wasn’t sure what that anything good could come from Nazareth, but what a surprise!

More Than Expected John 1:43-46 I. Introduction A. Some today are skeptical of God and Jesus Christ. 1. They’re not sure If He’s the answer for them or their problems 2. They’re not sure if He’ll listen or ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-46

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Your Expectations?

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 23, 2001

The difference between a good meal and a great meal depends on your hunger, and so it is with your appetite for God.

The difference between a good meal and a great meal depends on how hungry you are when you sit down to eat. The difference between a good church and a great church depends also on the level of your hunger. So how hungry are you? What are your expectations? The Gospel of Mark opens with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beyond The Limits Of Expectation

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Aug 12, 2011

Understanding the discipline of 1) Managing Your Action 2) Guarding Your Attitude 3) Giving Your Assets

Beyond the Limits of Expectation Philippians 4: 11-13, 19 Introduction Paul is in prison in Rome and speaks ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experience The Joy Of Expectancy

Contributed by Dana Chau on Dec 2, 2002

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

Expecting To Receive Something

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jul 21, 2003

If your life is walked in obedience to God, you can expect great and marvelous events to unfold.

What are your expectations in life? How do you reach the place in your walk that God desires you to be? Would it surprise you to know that obedience is the key? Today, I want us to look at a text in the Bible where without obedience, the power of the Gospel would not have been manifested, a man ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Not What I Expected

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

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

A People Of Faith And Expectancy Series

Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006

This is the fifth sermon in an 8 part sermon series on the vision of our church.

Mission Statement: The Redeeming River Church is a family of believers committed to preaching the cross with conviction, reaching the lost with compassion, and equipping the saints with the Word! Our Vison: The Word tells us in Proverbs 29:18 “Where there is no vision, the people perish”. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Church Of God

The Awesome Power Of Expectation

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 2, 2015

Expectation is the breeding ground for miracles. Remember how you were the night before Christmas or your Birthday you are excited, filled with anticipation.

“The Awesome Power of Expectation” By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- Let us all take a trip back to our childhood for a moment. Remember how you were the night before Christmas or your Birthday you are excited, filled with anticipation, super exhilarated to the point that you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:2-5

Denomination: Apostolic

What To Expect In The Future

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 1, 2010

Look out here we go again a new year.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN Future As we look ahead a number of things are uncertain. Looking at the past years a number of things are for sure. This year we can expect; 1. SIN TO INCREASE WORLD WIDE. 2nd Tim: 3:2 Timothy 3 1This know also, that in the last days perilous times ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Expecting PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023

This sermon explores Mary's faith journey, emphasizing her divine favor, courageous fight, and steadfast faith in God amidst trials, as an inspiration for believers.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space where we gather in fellowship and faith, where we seek solace and strength, where we find comfort and courage in the Word of God. As we gather today, let's remember that we are not alone in our journey of faith. We are bound together by the love of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:30-31

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