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  • Richard Schwedes avatar

    Expect The Unexpected

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Dec 26, 2007
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     | 7,569 views

    A Christmas eve sermon that highlights God often surprises us with what He does and how He does things.

    What do you expect on Christmas Day? For many years our family did much the same thing. All kids we would wake up early in the morning, even my sister who was normally a sleepy head. We expected gifts under the tree, so we’d rush out to the Christmas tree to make sure they were there. Then ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    No Other Gods Before Me! Series

    Contributed by Eric Bain on Oct 14, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 18,962 views

    This sermon looks very practically at what it means to have no other gods BEFORE God. It may just surprise you!

    No Other gods Before Me! Exodus 20:1-3 © 2007 Eric Bain NOTE: This sermon is available in audio format @ www.sanctuary-church.com HOOK – You know over in West Sac there’s a new Wal-Mart Super Center… • And I know that some of you may be very much against Wal-Mart… you want to rage against the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Moses: A Real Basket Case Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 2, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,559 views

    When God starts searching for a leader what traits does He look for? The answers may surprise you.

    UNLIKELY LEADERSHIP “Moses: A Real basket Case” Exodus 2:1-10 Some years ago my family and I had the opportunity to visit the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, one of our greatest presidents. We were able to walk through the log cabin he grew up in. It took us about two minutes. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crucify Him

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009
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     | 4,666 views

    This sermon reviews the trial of Jesus before Pilate. Who is guilty for the death of our Christ? You might be surprised by the answer.

    “Crucify Him” Lenten Banner This is the third week of our journey through lent and we are focusing on the Jesus’ trial before Pontius Pilate. We remember that Pontius Pilate was a Roman official assigned to govern over all Judea. He would be a man quickly forgotten if not for one man in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Tim Huie avatar

    How To Recognize A Real Friend Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 24, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,567 views

    How can you tell a real friend? Solomon gives us some concrete answers, and they may surprise you!

    1. Illus. of Don Johnson • Actor best know for his roles in Miami Vice and Nash Bridges. • Back in the 70’s went through a truckload of cocaine and alcohol. He wrecked a half dozen cars, etc. • In 1983 checked into a rehab center and got clean. Turned his life around. • A reporter asked him if he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wanishangaza: The Wonders Of God

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on May 7, 2020
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    Have you ever been amazed by God’s beautiful creation? Wanishangaza is a Swahili word. It means to be amazed or surprised.

    WANISHANGAZA: THE WONDERS OF GOD "I have made the earth, and created man on it. I—My hands—stretched out the heavens, and all their host I have commanded." Isaiah 45:12. Wanishangaza is a Swahili word. It means to be amazed or surprised. Indeed God is awesome, marvelous, amazing and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Prepared For Death

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 28, 2020
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     | 4,997 views

    Jesus was not taken by surprise, but fully anticipated His death. And an insightful devotional woman anointed Him ahead of His burial.

    JESUS PREPARED FOR DEATH. Matthew 26:1-13. There are two ways in which Jesus was prepared for death in this passage. The first is in the sense that He was prepared within Himself: nothing that was about to happen took Him by surprise, even right down to knowing the date when He would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    The Prophetic Birth Of John The Baptist Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Oct 29, 2020
     | 4,634 views

    What is the significance of John's birth and Zechariah's subsequent psalm of praise? You might be surprised

    Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.GraceCommunity.com Rev. Bradford Reaves, Sr. Pastor Watch This Message https://youtu.be/CORgr5C5ky8 Introduction Today we’re going to get right into this message. I’m not going to spend much of my introductory time covering announcements or thoughts on ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    If All Goes Wrong, I Still Will Praise Him!

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 8, 2018
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     | 20,329 views

    We’re going to look at the Terrible Vision, Reasons to praise God in Trials, and 3 surprising results of praising God.

    IF ALL GOES WRONG, I STILL WILL PRAISE HIM! Hab. 3:17-19 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE SOUR INTERVIEW 1. Some people have a knack for picking things. Hannah went to a citrus Farm and asked Henry, the manager, if there are any jobs available at the farm. 2. He told her that the only job ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Who Is Going To Follow God? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 12, 2022
     | 1,467 views

    King Ahaz provides a surprising contrast to the kingdom of Israel as we see a dramatic example of the limits of our traditional morality.

    IT'S OBVIOUS, RIGHT? “Good people” are more likely to follow God. - We have a traditional morality with “good people.” The respectable citizens are more likely to follow God. TWO EXAMPLES: 1. KING AHAZ HAD A GOOD HERITAGE BUT TERRIBLE BEHAVIOR. - 2 Chronicles 28:1-4, 16-25. - Came from a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Dobbs avatar

    The First Shall Be Last

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 2, 2023
     | 2,368 views

    Frederick Bruner wrote, “Judgment will be a day of surprises.” Today we begin looking at four parables that relate to the day of judgment.

    Introduction Frederick Bruner wrote, “Judgment will be a day of surprises.” Today we begin looking at four parables that relate to the day of judgment. Indeed, there are surprises in all of them. This is a simple story, but it also complex. This parable begins and ends with the saying of Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Declare: The Best Is Yet To Come

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 3, 2025
     | 650 views

    With man it is impossible, but God has a better idea. Problems do not catch God by surprise. God has an overcoming plan.

    DECLARE IT: THE BEST IS YET TO COME! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) 2 Peter 2:9 The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished: THE BEST IS YET TO COME! JUST DO WHATEVER ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jeff Christopherson avatar

    Redefining Significance (How To Surprise Your Biggest Critics) Acts Part 7 Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,593 views

    contrasting God’s and the world’s understanding of a significant life...

    Redefining significance: how to surprise your biggest critics Acts Series: ¡§Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian¡¨ Part 7 Pastor Jeff Christopherson - February 23, 2003 Acts 4:1-22 I. HOW OUR WORLD DEFINES SIGNIFICANCE: 1. Success. (People speak of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Deem avatar

    Walking In The Will Of God

    Contributed by Richard Deem on Mar 1, 2001
    based on 538 ratings
     | 56,062 views

    Often the commited Christian finds it difficult to discern the will of God. It may surprise you to know that it is possible to be in the will of God and not really be aware of it!

    TEXT: Acts 16:6-10 INTRO: In 1984 my family attended a Spiritual Retreat (Conference) in Bertchesgaden, West Germany. This was an annual event for those involved in the Ministry to the Military in Europe. These were "high times", indeed. Not only were we "high on a mountain, nestled in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God's Marching Orders

    Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,561 views

    A sermon pointing out the wisdom of God after a popular pastor was moved unexpectedly by the denominational leadership, to the surprise of both the pastor and the Church

    Acts 8:4-8,26 13:1-4 The length of stays of Salvation Army officers in appointments has gradually increased over the years. In the early days it would just be a few months or weeks before they were moved again. William Booth even said at one time that no officer should stay in a corps for more ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army