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  • Steve Ownby avatar

    The Wise Men

    Contributed by Steve Ownby on Nov 30, 2006
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     | 5,853 views

    This sermon is one which describes the stages of expectancy concerning the return of Christ.

    The Wisemen Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction: According to history and a little tradition from the beginning of time God’s children have been waiting for the Messiah and according to tradition the Magi came based upon signs and knowledge. We’re living in a time when people fall into one of three ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Who? #5 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 30, 2007
     | 2,548 views

    The big question is "who exactly is the ’who’" that is expected to be a part of "changing lives"

    Changing Lives for Time and Eternity – “Who?” #5 Acts 1:8 (The Powerpoint can be found at http://www.hueytownbaptist.com/pastorspage/sermondownloads.html) > Changing lives for time and eternity, “what a grand idea!” Yet it is not just an idea, it is a divine expectation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Just Get Out Of The Way Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,262 views

    We need to learn to follow God and not expect Him to follow us.

    Just Get Out of the Way Text: Gen. 16:1-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: Some of us are like the preacher who was on a diet and prayed as he drove to work- "Now, Lord if it is your Will for me not to have any donuts this morning You make sure there are no parking places in front of the donut shop." ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Saved To Serve

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 23, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,001 views

    Jesus came to serve; we cannot expect to be greater than He.

    Saved to Serve November 1, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus came to serve; we cannot expect to be greater than He. Focus Passage: John 13:1-17 Supplemental Passage: Galatians 2:20 NASB "I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Cruz avatar

    Are You A Laborer?

    Contributed by Daniel Cruz on May 20, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,423 views

    Laboring connects us to our purpose, we are expected to labor in the kingdom

    ARE YOU A LABORER? (What every Christian must know) By Pastor Daniel Preached Sunday May 17th 2015 Let me begin today by saying Jesus was a laborer Laboring is not just a means by which we receive wages as a compensation for our labor But laboring is also a powerful connector to purpose. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You Really Listening

    Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 12, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,608 views

    What does the preacher have a right to expect from his listeners?

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 21 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Christ's Fullness In The Church

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 30, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,543 views

    There is an expectation for the church that comes from above and is lived out in the here and now.

    Palmyra First Assembly February 3, 2019 Text: Ephesians 1:13-19 Subject: In Him Title: Christ’s Fullness in the Church This morning I want to share with you from the Book of Ephesians. It’s probably my favorite book in the bible, and at the same time it may be one of the most challenging to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Aarron Ellerman avatar

    The Love Of God

    Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 7, 2008
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    The kind of love God expects His followers to have for one another.

    1 John 3:16-18 “The Love of God” I. The Measure of Love (16a) A. Dualism of John’s writings • Love & Hate • Light & Dark • Righteousness & Sin B. There is no middle ground with John, no gray area. C. This causes us to do a reality check  here John says you either love your brother or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    When God Speaks Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jun 2, 2023
     | 1,963 views

    When you pray, do you expect to hear from God?

    “When God Speaks” Genesis 26:1-6 When you pray, do you expect to hear from God? We often pray and when we do it is a time of request and asking God for blessings or direction. But do we ever expect to hear an answer? We should! Genesis 25:7-8 “And these are the days of the years of Abraham’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    God’s Amazing Character That Will Inspire And Motivate Us To Persevere. Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 23, 2022
     | 1,880 views

    God’s Expectations May Surprise Us, but They Do Make Sense

    Every manufacturer designs his product with the right components, engineered to fulfil the function that the product is created to perform. In essence, the purpose of the product dictates the mechanical and engineering components required to fulfil the manufacturer's intent. This principle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    The Meeting On The Mountain

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 15, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,578 views

    The Mount of Transfiguration - 1. A Revealing 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response

    Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13 Theme: Transfiguration Title: The Meeting on the Mountain In the meeting on the Mountain we see 1. A Revelation 2. A Reaction 3. An Expected Response Revelation – Reaction – Response INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! In ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Quiet Strategy

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 28, 2025
     | 669 views

    This speaks of patience and smart movement! Your umpteen educational degrees become just a piece of paper if you lack knack to crack problems with dexterity and wisdom.

    QUIET STRATEGY Esther 5:1 On the third day Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner court of the palace, in front of the king’s hall. The king was sitting on his royal throne in the hall, facing the entrance. 2 When he saw Queen Esther standing in the court, he was pleased with her and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Look On Me

    Contributed by Phillip Ramey on Aug 17, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,633 views

    The lame man looked at Peter and John expecting to recieve something. When people look at Christians, they expect to see something. What would I want people to see when they look on me???

    LOOK ON ME *Peter and John fastened their eyes on this man, and said "Look on us." *He looked expecting to recieve something. *He was helpless and hopeless, but they had something to offer him. *As Christians, people are looking at us everyday and expecting to see something. We should have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    What's It All About?

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 2, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,728 views

    “All God expects of us is faithfulness!” Wrong! He expects faithfulness and fruitfulness! Fruitfulness is a major theme of the New Testament. In-fact, the word fruit is used 55 times in the New Testament.

    What it’s All About Text: Colossians 1: 3-6 We say: “All God expects of us is faithfulness!” Wrong! He expects faithfulness and fruitfulness! Fruitfulness is a major theme of the New Testament. In-fact, the word fruit is used 55 times in the New Testament. The nation ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Christ Unexpected

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 16, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,298 views

    Christ was not what was expected more than two thousand years ago. His background, His outlook, His mission and His death were not what was expected. But it was all as God had planned.

    Christ Unexpected 12/14/08 PM Text: John 7:41 Introduction It’s not unusual for people to be guided by expectations. Our bosses have expectations, teachers have expectations. We have expectations for our spouses, our children; sometimes our expectations may actually match theirs. The key to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ