Sermons on The Expectations Of The Righteous Shall Not Be Cut Off Kjv:

Expectations: Are You Swimming Or Sinking?

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Aug 13, 2008

Sometimes our EXPECTATION of something is due to our frantic pace, we don’t notice sin creeping into the back seat of our lives, putting us at great risk. Thank God that he’s always on the lookout for us, and that at times he uses setbacks to rescue us f

Expectations: Are You Swimming or Sinking? Jonah1:1 – 4:7 OPENER: Get a roll of toilet paper (individual is better) that is pre-wrapped. Carefully undo the wrapping and tape a $10 bill inside the roll and close the packaging. Tell teens that inside the paper bag is: Something that is very useful ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Danger Of Living With Low Expectations

Contributed by Charles Jones on Mar 4, 2012

I am constantly surprised, bewildered and honestly sometimes even disgusted at how people who claim to love God and claim to have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal savior and even testify of the moving of the Holy Spirit in their lives, live so far

The Tragedy of Living with Low Expectations Acts 3:1-9 Introduction I am constantly surprised, bewildered and honestly sometimes even disgusted at how people who claim to love God and claim to have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal savior and even testify of the moving of the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Behold, What Manner Of Love! - Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 14, 2020

Last time we left off in the text where John says: …we shall be like Him…

Objective: To exegete 1 John 3:2-3 emphasizing the point that our Savior’s sure and imminent return should motivate the believer to live holy just like our Savior Jesus is holy…. 1Jn 3:1 Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called children of God; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sacrifice Of Righteousness

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 15, 2019

A study in the book of Psalm 4: 1 – 8

Psalm 4: 1 – 8 Sacrifice of Righteousness 1 Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness! You have relieved me in my distress; Have mercy on me, and hear my prayer. 2 How long, O you sons of men, will you turn my glory to shame? How long will you love worthlessness and seek falsehood? Selah 3 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Does God Rub Off On You? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 25, 2013

God is good and powerful that, even though we fought Him tooth and nail, He still saved us, cleansed us and now transforms us into His character. That wonderful work is something to behold, and the riches we receive are incredible.

Psalm 112 is about the character of people who have submitted themselves to be led by God. It follows on the heels of Psalm 111 which reveals the character of our God. In that psalm God is described as gracious and compassionate, a provider, Someone who makes promises and keeps them faithfully, and ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How Then Shall We Live Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 11, 2011

In this last sermon in the 2 Peter series, we focus on the effort that we must put forth to be ready for the coming of the Lord.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a minister who visited an elderly woman in the nursing home. 1. The young minister said, “At your age you should be thinking about the hereafter!” 2. The older woman said, “Oh, I do all the time. No matter where I am – in my room, down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Meet God's Expectations

Contributed by Steven Dow on Jul 9, 2002

This sermon teaches us about the greatness of God’s kingdom and the high expectations that go along with it.

WHAT DOES GOD EXPECT FROM ME? Matthew 13:31-33;44-50 July 14, 2002 Pastor Steve Dow INTRODUCTION: Too many Christians today take their religion too lightly. Commitment among Christians is at an all time low? The Bible commands us to give ten percent of our income to God and yet the average ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-50

The Best Leaders

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 25, 2011

A sermon from Proverbs 28-31 on the benchmarks for the best leaders both in the nation and in the church (Adapted from an article by Bob Russell in the Lookout Magazine called, "What should we expect from our rulers?")

Introduction: When it comes to the leaders of our nation, individual measure them by different standards. Some base their opinions on appearances. Some base their opinions on their home life. Some evaluate them by their experience. Some rate the ideal leader by their reputation. Some base ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Casting Aside Unrealistic Expectations Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 30, 2001

You will be able to cast aside unrealistic expectations when you: 1. Discover God’s will for your life. 2. Learn to be grateful for the way God has made you. 3. Be yourself.

Skip Hollandsworth, writing in the December 1998 issue of Texas Monthly talks about his interview with Troy Aikman, quarterback of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys. In the article entitled “The Real Troy Aikman” he says: “Aikman is an elusive hero, difficult to understand, clearly driven by something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-40

Denomination: Methodist

"Cutting Himself With Stones..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Aug 24, 2005

The person who really wants to do something finds a way, all others an excuse. Not so with the the encounter of Jesus with the sad soul who lived in the tombs. Let’s examine it together!

INTRODUCTION Mark 5 has been appropriately called the Bible home for the incurables. Three cases, absolutely, humanly speaking, incurable. The demonic man, The diseased woman and The dead girl. All three have been seen as hopeless. If they lived in our world today, one would be sent to a mental ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Never Cut What You Can Untie

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 22, 2023

This is a rewrite of Tim Dilena's wonderful message. Success in the kingdom of God requires that we work together. Conflicts are inevitable, but in the kingdom of love, conflicts must be healed, since every member is needed.

NEVER CUT WHAT YOU CAN UNTIE Phip. 4:4-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Peggy Lewis told of a minister who performed a wedding ceremony in a car. The engaged pair were too old and frail to get out of the car, so he got on his knees in the front seat and turned to them in the back. 2. After ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

“expect The Unexpected” Series

Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Dec 18, 2013

This is the first message in a series aimed at getting people to re-evaluate how they observe Christmas. I've drawn some ideas from Mike Slaughter's book "Christmas Is Not Your Birthday."

AM Sermon preached at Central Christian Church December 1, 2013 A Different Kind of Christmas sermon series Message 1 “Expect the Unexpected” Okay so I went to the store Wednesday evening to pick up a few things we were wanting to have in our Thanksgiving dinner and when I walked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Shall Warn Them

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 22, 2023

Study the Word of God seriously and live it out!

You shall warn them …. 2 Chronicles 19: 10”Whenever any dispute comes to you from your brethren who live in their cities, between blood and blood, between law and commandment, statutes and ordinances, you shall warn them so that they may not be guilty before the LORD, and wrath may not come on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 19:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

All In

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 10, 2019

A study in the book of Psalms 1

Psalm 1: 1 - 6 All In 1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and in His law he meditates day and night. 3 He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

When Shall The Gifts Cease Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 16, 2012

A topical exposition of 1Cor. 13:8-13 on miraculous gifts.

Text: 1 Cor 13:8-13, Title: When Shall Gifts Pass Away, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/15/12, AM Opening illustration: Talk about Shelia, her background, my beard, and the watch night service we went to Background to passage: Also read 1 Cor 12:7-11, 27-31. Mention subsequence and baptism/filling of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Denomination: Baptist