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  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Better Than Expected

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 18, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,457 views

    We can trust Jesus to always give us what we need and often our needs far out weigh our expectations.

    October 19, 2003 Morning Worship Text: John 2:1-11 Subject: The Miracles of Christ Title: Better Than Expected This is a good church. It is not a great church yet, that is going to come, but it is a good solid church. What does the Lord expect from us? To be faithful in attendance and in giving? ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James Jackson avatar

    James: Identity And Expectation Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 27, 2023
     | 1,486 views

    #47 in 66in52: A One Year Journey Through the Bible

    #47. James: Identity and Expectation James 1:1-12 Good morning! Please open your Bibles to the book of James. My favorite book of the Bible. Not just because my name is James, although I’m not gonna lie—I remember looking at the Table of Contents in my copy of the Children’s Living Bible when I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    Not What We Expected

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 9, 2018
     | 6,672 views

    Opposition to the Good News of Jesus Christ is nothing new. The first 12 pastors were instructed how to deal with it. Think long and hard how you respond to the message of the Good News as there are consequences depending on your reaction.

    Not What We Expected Mark 6:1-13 Jesus said that; ““A prophet is not without honor except in his own town, among his relatives and in his own home.” “He was amazed at their lack of faith.” Mark 6:4 Sometimes people think they know you. They think they know your family and your family ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Michael Bridge avatar

    Expanding Your Expectations

    Contributed by Michael Bridge on Jun 4, 2003
    based on 169 ratings
     | 44,995 views

    I want to challenge you to expand your expectations in three areas. 1. What church is all about. 2. What God can do through you. 3. What Grace is all about.

    Expanding our Expectations And pursue those expectations with anticipation Psalms 42:1 As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. 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 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    Expect God To Work! Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 26, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,186 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Gaston avatar

    Trials Expected & Conquered

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 28, 2013
    based on 7 ratings
     | 19,121 views

    The worst harm that can come to us, comes when we don't expect it. Believers should never be blindsided by trials. We are going to look at why trials should be expected, that they will not destroy believers, and the secret to conquering trials.

    TRIALS EXPECTED & CONQUERED Isa. 43:1-3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: “SOMETIMES WE REPEAT MISTAKES” 1. Two men went to Alaska elk hunting. When the small plane came to pick them up, they wanted to load the two Elks into it. 2. The pilot said, "They’re too heavy! If we put them in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Alan Braun avatar

    'tis The Season To Be Expectant Series

    Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,061 views

    A new look at the Christmas Season

    Matthew 4:18 - 22 Intro: 6 - ’Tis The Season To Be Extravagant To Love Him with all of our being! 13 - ’Tis The Season To Be Confident To Know He is there no matter what! 20 - ’Tis The Season To Be Jubilant (Part 3 of 4) To Trust in Him alone for our Joy! 27 - ’Tis The Season To ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Williams avatar

    The Life No One Expected Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 7, 2024
     | 827 views

    Moses wanted to pass on this lesson from the garden to God’s people so they would learn from it, live by it, and thrive.

    Genesis 1-2 begins with the orderly creation which forms the content of the scriptural vision for the future. Genesis 2 is a more detailed account of the creation narrative where we see Adam and Eve in paradise, in the midst of an incredible garden prepared for them by God Himself. At the end of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Biblical Expectations Of An Elder Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 13, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,051 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    What To Expect And Why

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 17, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,758 views

    This sermon examines the Psalmists’ expectations about life as recorded in Psalm 23. Because of the character of our God we should not be dreading tomorrow but anticipating it with great hope.

    What to Expect and Why Psalm 23 5-26-02 Intro: Begin by Asking you to consider a QUESTION What do you anticipate happening in Your Life in the Future? What do you see coming your way in the days ahead? 1. We Live in a World that is Constantly ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Living With Great Expectations Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 1, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,652 views

    We can expect… 1) An inheritance 2) God’s power to protect us 3) Troubles to strengthen our faith 4) The salvation of our souls

    Living With Great Expectations Living-Hope – week 2 Bumper LAST WEEK – we began a study on 1 Peter a 2000 year old letter full of God breathed words… LISTEN – if your hope is running on empty. If you think your story is finished. Peter has a word for you about a living-hope. A sure anchor in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Spear avatar

    "Come Thou Long-Expected Jesus": The King Was Expected Series

    Contributed by Tim Spear on Dec 3, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,244 views

    Matthew reminds his readers that the coming of Jesus was anticipated for centuries.

    Sing We Now of Christmas 2 “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus”: The King was Expected Matthew 1:1-17 Introduction: Christmas is a time of expectations. We expect family to be together for better or worse! We expect to get a gift and sometimes even have expectations for that gift thus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Tested By Your Partner's Doubt Lesson 10 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 22, 2017
     | 4,915 views

    When God came for a visit

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Abraham believed God’s promise of a son. “Abraham fell to his face and laughed” (17:17). 2. Sarah doubted God’s promise. “Sarah laughed . . . shall I have pleasure my lord (Abraham) being old also?” (18:12). 3. Five categories of doubt (note progression). Weak faith, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Trout avatar

    Greatly Limited Expectations

    Contributed by Charles Trout on Mar 23, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 8,763 views

    Is it possible to limit the blessings of God? I am glad that God does not bless us according to our expectations!

    Greatly Limited Expectations Acts 3:1-8 Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. 2And a certain man lame from his mother’s womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brent Hutsell avatar

    More Than Expected

    Contributed by Brent Hutsell on May 22, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
     | 4,959 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist