Sermons on Lifestyle Expectations:

Membership Has It's Expectations Series

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Nov 6, 2013

The body of Christ has many parts but it is still one body. All parts of the body must function in order to have a healthy church body. Sermon series based on the chapters of "I Am a Church Member" by Tom Rainer

Introduction: Have you ever considered how amazing the human body really is? Truthfully, how could anyone ever believe that it is the product of chance plus time? The stomach’s digestive acids are strong enough to dissolve zinc. Fortunately for us, the cells in the stomach lining renew so ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Accept, Expect, Endure, Embrace

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 11, 2015

To walk in joy with must do four things. Accept where we are at in life. Expect a better life ahead. Endure hardships. Embrace our circumstances.

Yesterday marked two anniversaries. Debbie and I have been married for 34 years. And I have been your pastor for 5 years. About one half of you were attending when Chris was pastor. The first month I became senior pastor, we had a role of 32 people with $3457 in the bank. Most of those were Pastor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, Hebrews 4:3, Daniel 3:17-18, Colossians 1:11, James 1:2-4, Psalm 55:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Come, Long Expected Jesus

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 8, 2015

If we obey God’s will for our lives like Mary and Elizabeth did, we will be richly blessed like they were because we will be blessed by the light and life of Christ-a light that shines brightly in our dark, sinful world.

Anne couldn’t think of a good reason that God should give her a grandchild. And even though it was one of her deepest desires, she had almost given up on the idea. God had already blessed her with two wonderful children. Her son decided to remain single and had devoted his life to Bible ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Anglican

Going Beyond What Is Expected?

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

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

Expections From Our Lord

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 10, 2012

God hears just ask.

EXPECTIONS FROM OUR LORD 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 diligently seek him. Matthew 18:18 Verily I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall bind on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Baptist

What Did You Expect?

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Sep 10, 2011

Are you expecting today? Are you anticipating something from the Lord? If you are expecting something – you will receive it. But if you are expecting nothing…. You will receive it! If you expect something today – I hope that your expectation comes fr

Psalm 62:5-7 “[5] My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation [is] from Him. [6] He only [is] my rock and my salvation; [He is] my defense; I shall not be moved. [7] In God [is] my salvation and my glory; the rock of my strength, [And] my refuge, [is] in God”. [NKJV] Are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:5-7

Expectations When Following Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 16, 2012

THE LIFE OF A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST IS FULL OF CONSTANTS. THERE IS THE CONSTANT OF AN ABUNDANT LIFE. THERE IS THE CONSTANT THAT JESUS WILL NEVER LEAVES YOU OR FORSAKE YOU. THERE IS THE CONSTANT THAT WE ARE A NEW CREATION IN CHRIST JESUS.THERE IS THE CONST

EXPECTATIONS WHEN FOLLOWING CHRIST ACTS 10:24-48 INTRODUCTION: THE LIFE OF A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST IS FULL OF CONSTANTS. THERE IS THE CONSTANT OF AN ABUNDANT LIFE. THERE IS THE CONSTANT THAT JESUS WILL NEVER LEAVES YOU OR FORSAKE YOU. THERE IS THE CONSTANT THAT WE ARE A NEW CREATION IN CHRIST ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Love) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 15, 2011

Christ expects us to be filled with love for Himself and others.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE Christ expects His church to be full of LOVE for HIMSELF and OTHERS. “Love” (agape) is selfless love. “This is my commandment, that you love one another as I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Faithfulness) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 15, 2011

Christ expects us to be faithful to Him, no matter the circumstances and no matter the consequences.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] WHAT IF? The second church Jesus addresses in Revelation is the church in Smyrna. This church was a persecuted church. Persecution of Christians still exists today. According to one recent estimate, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Truth) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 15, 2011

Jesus expects us to uphold the truth and refuse to compromise, no matter the pressure.

[To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] TRUTH OR COMPROMISE? “And to the angel of the church in Pergamum write....” (v. 12a). Jesus describes the city of Pergamum as “Satan’s throne” (v. 13). It was a city consumed with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

"What Did You Expect?"

Contributed by Scott Nichols on Feb 19, 2011

The story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5 is a powerful reminder that God is not limited by our expectations.

Naaman was past upset; past mad; past even furious - he was working on a complete emotional meltdown. Like a cartoon character - the steam seems to literally be pouring out of his ears. He stomps - he stammers - he shouts: "I thought that he would surely come out to me and stand and call on the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Holiness) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Mar 3, 2011

Jesus expects us to be holy, no matter the temptation.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] STAYING PURE IN A DIRTY WORLD ILLUSTRATION: Trying not to get dirty while working. “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write….” (v. 18a). In Thyatira, doctrinal compromise ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

"Expectant Living - The King Is Coming"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Feb 24, 2013

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

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Authenticity) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2011

Jesus expects us to be authentic Christians, not hypocrites.

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] ARE YOU REALLY WHAT YOU CLAIM TO BE? Michael Guglielmucchi is a former Australian pastor. In October 2006, he announced that he had gone to the hospital for a series of tests and was diagnosed with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Trust) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2011

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