Sermons on Shattered Expectations:

The Days Of Awe

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Oct 4, 2008

The Days of Awe are a time for repentance, reconciliation & restoration. Humanity & nature are on a collision course. People are living in a shattered present, stumbling toward a shattered future & longing for the restoration of an elusive hope.

The Days of Awe 2008 The ten days between Rosh Hashanah (beginning at sundown on Monday September 29th) and Yom Kippur (ending at sundown on Thursday, October 9th) are known as the Days of Awe, Yameem Nora-eem. The root word of nora-eem is the Hebrew word yare. Yare means to be afraid, to fear, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:8

Denomination: Charismatic

When God And Our Expectations Don't Meet

Contributed by Eric Schall on Oct 23, 2006

This message is from 2 Samuel 6 where David tries to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. The day ends in disaster and David is left feeling angry, afraid and withdraws from the Presence of God. In life God will not always meet our expectations of

Intro A lot of us are focused on the future right now. With everything happening in the middle east and the focus upon Israel, the rise of Islamic terrorists and their anticipation of the Muslim Messiah (the Maha-di) coming on the scene, the constant wars and rumors of more wars… It is creating a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of A Shout

Contributed by Apostle Bobby Hogan on Sep 14, 2011

Discover the awesome mountain moving wall shattering power of the shout of faith

“So the people shouted when the priests blew with the trumpets: and it came to pass, when the people heard the sound of the trumpet, and the people shouted with a great shout, that the wall fell down flat, so that the people went up into the city, every man straight before him, and they took ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Breaks Yokes

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025

A yoke is a symbol of bondage, limitation, oppression, and struggle. Many people carry invisible burdens that hinder their progress in life. Jesus has come to set the captives free and break every yoke.

JESUS BREAKS YOKES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing." – Isaiah 10:27 Supporting Texts: Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking Generational Judgements Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

Some of the battles we face are linked to unfinished matters of the past—whether in our families, ministries, or nations.

BREAKING GENERATIONAL JUDGEMENTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 21:1-14 Supporting Texts: Exodus 34:7, Galatians 3:13, Ezekiel 18:20, Lamentations 5:7, Numbers 14:18 INTRODUCTION: In 2 Samuel 21, a famine plagued Israel for three consecutive years. David, being a spiritually ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

# 21~nineteen & Twenty~ Bible Number Meanings Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 9, 2012

NINETEEN is the number of FAITH. NINETEEN is found 3 times in our KJ Bible. The number TWENTY is found 341 times in our KJ Bible and it stands for REDEMPTION, as well as EXPECTACY.

# 21~NINETEEN & TWENTY~ BIBLE NUMBER MEANINGS 3-12-12 NINETEEN is the number of FAITH. NINETEEN is found 3 times in our KJ Bible. There are NINETEEN different persons referred to in Hebrews 11-1-32, although the name of Joshua is not mentioned in verse 30, he was the leader of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Is Alive

Contributed by Stephen Evans on Apr 10, 2012

This message is a reminder that even though there are times when it seems that all hope is lost hope is alive in the Person of Jesus Christ.

Title: Hope Is Alive Text: Mark 16:1-8 Date: April 8, 2012 Place: Washington A/G Introduction I. A Man Named Jesus A. A multitude of Prophecies fulfilled in His peculiar birth 1. He was conceived by the Spirit 2. Born of a Virgin 3. The location and angelic announcements B. His life as a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

“there’s A Song In The Air” The Season Of Expectancy Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 23, 2011

JOHN THE BAPTISTS ROLE HELPS US UNDERSTAND WHAT "WE SHOULD THEN DO" IN EXPECTATION OF THE SON OF GOD.

"There's a Song in the Air" The Season of Expectancy Luke 3:3-18 Intro Preparing for Christams Compare and contrast of people who's hearts might not be in it. Seen in decorating homes Trees Background THERE'S A SONG IN THE AIR, tune name CHRISTMAS SONG, was composed by Karl Pomeroy Harrington in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:3-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Better By Far Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012

It's far better than life, home, friends, health, food, music, love, better than ANYTHING! Heaven is better than 1st kiss, a great steak, sex, pampered at spa, wealth, power, sports car, or even the love of grand kids! (Heb 11:13-16 & Phil 1:23)

Heaven is a believer’s better country It's far better than life, home, friends, health, food, music, love, better than ANYTHING! Heaven is better than 1st kiss, a great steak, sex, pampered at spa, wealth, power, sports car, or even the love of grand kids! (Heb 11:13-16 & Phil 1:23) The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Observing God At Work-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 24, 2011

2 of 3. John the Baptist’s parents knew with certainty the implications of their son’s birth. The events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist have implications for God’s people. But what are some implications? Observing God at work implies a need

STILL OBSERVING GOD At WORK—Luke 1:57-80 While the brokers were busily calling potential customers to drum up business, the president of the firm stopped to eavesdrop on a new employee. He listened as the young man talked eight consecutive contacts into moving their stock portfolios to him. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Baptist

The First Sign

Contributed by Anthony Soyao on Jan 18, 2010

Messianic sign in the Wedding in Cana through Invitation, Petition, Expectation, Transformation & Glorification

The First Sign John 2:1-11 The Wedding in Cana 1. Jesus, Mary and the Disciples in a Wedding festival – The Invitation (Verse 1 – 2) A. Jesus did his first messianic sign at a wedding festival B. Weddings were the biggest and most important celebrations among the Jewish people C. The weeklong ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Facts For The Future

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 19, 2009

Peter warned his readers that one day God will judge the world. In light of that fact, Christians are to possess a godly mindset and life. We must live with eternity in view.

Facts For The Future Text: 2 Pet.3: 12 Theme: Peter admonished his readers to realize that... I. THE END IS NEAR 2 Pet.3: 10 “But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Pressing On Or Just Pressed

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 4, 2009

Remembrance Sunday: living out of others’ expectations for us just makes us feel pressed. Relief from grief comes when you pursue what you know God wants for you.

One place I am quite sure I can stay away from is the National Museum of Beverage Cans. No matter how many times I may travel to and through Nashville, Tennessee, whether it be on Baptist business or as an accidental tourist, I feel quite certain that I can avoid even so much as a swift glance ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bessing Part Ii Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jul 20, 2009

God calls us to leave our comfort zones and step out in faith. Many people refuse to move because they believe that “blessed” people live in comfort and security.

Intro: Expectations VIDEO: Shrek Plot: The irreverent fairy tale of an ogre (Shrek) who sets out on a daring quest to rescue the feisty Princess Fiona with the help of a loudmouthed Donkey and win back the deed to his beloved swamp from scheming Lord Farquaad. SCENE: Fiona thanks Shrek and asks to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The First Missionary Journey: Part 1

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 7, 2014

Paul begins the first of his three meaningful adventures. Here I believe that we are going to see some of the things that we can all expect in our personal adventure for God.

APR 14 2013PM The First Missionary Journey Part 1 Acts 13: 1-52 Tonight we come to the 13th chapter of Acts were Paul begins the first of his three meaningful adventures. Here I believe that we are going to see some of the things that we can all expect in our personal adventure for God. READ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52

Denomination: Baptist