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  • Phillip Calvert avatar

    Mindset Of Mercy Series

    Contributed by Phillip Calvert on Jan 19, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,901 views

    We often limit our expectation of God by the excuses we give Him to bless us. But God wants us to expect more from Him than what we can perform or deserve.

    RAISING THE BANNER OF EXPECTATION MINDSET OF MERCY Psalms 23:6 Faith comes by hearing God’s word- Romans 10:17 · To understand · Matthew 13:29 Faith alive is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen – Hebrews 11:1 · This doesn’t mean that to prove we have faith, things ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I'm Expecting PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 767 views

    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

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  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Easter Sunday, Expectations. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 4, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,738 views

    The day of Jesus resurrection was a day of the unexpected, are we open to the unexpected taht God puts before us so that we might live in understanding of him and by his power?

    Easter Sunday, expectations. I may have mentioned Nikolai Ivanovich Bukharin previously. But during his day Nikolai was as powerful a man as there was on earth. As Russian Communist leader he took part in the Bolshevik Revolution 1917, was editor of the Soviet newspaper Pravda (which by the way ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Bledar Valca avatar

    Our Call To Discipleship

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Mar 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,318 views

    Shows what Jesus expects of us as disciples

    OUR CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP Mark 8:34-38 A. After Jesus has rebuked Peter for being consumed with the things of this world and not concerned about the things of God, Jesus issued one of the declarations about His pending death. He knew He was going to pay with the cost of His life for the sins of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Great Expectations For The New Year

    Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 79 ratings
     | 115,070 views

    So, we need to look back over our life (PAST) – then we need to sing and give thanks (PRESENT, appreciation) - then we need to trust GOD for the results, (FUTURE, expectation)

    GREAT EXPECTATIONS FOR THE NEW YEAR PSALMS 30:1-5 Preached on 31 December 2008 at Shiloh Baptist Church Waukegan, IL By Rev. Kelvin L. Parks Psalms 30:1-5 [v.1] I will extol thee, O Lord; for thou hast lifted me up, and hast not made my foes to rejoice over me. [v.2] O Lord my God, I cried unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • GARY ELLER avatar

    Our God

    Contributed by Gary Eller on Jan 16, 2017
     | 12,066 views

    Who is God to you?

    OUR GOD DAN 3 VS 13-30 Daniel 3:13-30 (NKJV) 13 Then Nebuchadnezzar, in rage and fury, gave the command to bring Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego. So they brought these men before the king. 14 Nebuchadnezzar spoke, saying to them, "Is it true, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego, that you do not ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How God Tests Our Faith

    Contributed by Rick Warren on Sep 22, 2008
    based on 547 ratings
     | 861,432 views

    We tend to get what we expect out of life. According to our faith, it will be done to us. Pastor Rick and Pastor Holladay teach four ways that God tests our faith.

    For other sermons and tools to grow your ministry, visit SaddlebackResources.com HOW GOD TESTS OUR FAITH Rick Warren February 10-11, 2007 Pastor Tom and I want to talk to you about, How does God test our faith? The Bible says in Matthew 9:29 "According to your faith it will be done unto you." ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Undeniable Leadership-4 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 10, 2016
     | 4,030 views

    4 of 5. God began to make His leadership thru Joshua undeniable among His people. *God makes His leadership undeniable among His people. But How? God’s leadership is Undeniable in...

    GOD's UNDENIABLE LEADERSHIP-IV—Joshua 3:7-17 Attention: Who’s leading whom? An elderly woman using a cane, was hesitantly waiting to cross on a busy street corner because of the heavy traffic. She waited & waited. Then finally, an elderly gentleman also with a cane, came up to her & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Living Up To Religious Expectations.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 16, 2001
    based on 118 ratings
     | 8,535 views

    Year A Third Sunday in Advent December 16th, 2001 Matthew 11: 1-11 Heavenly Father empower us to accept Jesus on his terms and not expect him to change to fit our preconceptions of God. Amen.

    Year A Third Sunday in Advent December 16th, 2001 Matthew 11: 1-11 Heavenly Father empower us to accept Jesus on his terms and not expect him to change to fit our preconceptions of God. Amen. Title: “Living up to religious expectations.” The Baptist, in prison, sends his ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Who Were You Expecting?

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Apr 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,864 views

    Christ Longs to make a "Triumphal Entry" into our hearts but our expectations of who Christ is “supposed” to be can keep us from receiving Christ as He actually is.

    WHO WERE YOU EXPECTING? “Misunderstanding Christ at the Triumphal Entry.” Mt. 21:1-17 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: • Have you ever listened to someone on the radio and then seen them in person? They are never what you expect. Or have you ever read a book and then watched the movie, ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Our God And Our Family Series

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Mar 12, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,479 views

    This sermon is about overcoming Christians overcoming social prejudices through prayer.

    Text: Matthew 6:9 Title: Our God, Our Family -By Reverend A. LaMar Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church Four score and seven years ago, one of our founding civil rights fathers James Weldon Johnson published one his first novels entitled “Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man”. In that same year ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    Our God, Our Guide

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Mar 13, 2009
    based on 43 ratings
     | 40,189 views

    We all need direction to get us where we need to go and the divine compass and guide of our lives will show us every step of the way, if we will only let Him lead.

    Our God, Our Guide Griffith Baptist Church – 3/15/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 48 Key verse: Psalms 48:14 - For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death. Premise: We all need direction to get us where we need to go and the divine compass and guide of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Craig Condon avatar

    When You’re With Jesus, Expect Surprises

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 5, 2015
     | 8,894 views

    Have you ever noticed that Jesus often does things that we don’t expect him to do? Take the stories we read in Mark 7:24-37, for example. He does two things that we don’t expect him to do.

    Have you ever noticed that Jesus often does things that we don’t expect him to do? Take the stories we read in Mark 7:24-37, for example. He does two things that we don’t expect him to do. First, Jesus gave an uncharacteristically rude and abrupt reply to the woman’s request for ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    The King Is Returning Home With Expectations

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,402 views

    Jesus focuses on our expectations prior to His coming and at His coming

    November 7, 2004 Luke 19:11-27 While they were listening to this, he went on to tell them a parable, because he was near Jerusalem and the people thought that the kingdom of God was going to appear at once. He said: “A man of noble birth went to a distant country to have himself appointed ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jonathan McLeod avatar

    The Revelation Of Christ's Expectations (Trust) Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 12, 2011
     | 4,253 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist