PLAN TO BE SURPRISED | PAUL DAUGHERTY

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What if God wants to do something in your life that you didn’t see coming—in the best way possible? In this powerful and hope-filled message, Pastor Paul Daugherty challenges us to live with expectancy for the unexpected. Whether you've been through disappointment, loss, or spiritual dryness, this sermon will ignite fresh faith that God still has surprises in store for your future. 📖 Scripture Focus: John 20 – The Resurrection of Jesus 🙌 Key Themes: Faith, Hope, Resurrection, Healing, Surprise Miracles 💡 Big Idea: Don’t lose your wonder. Plan to be surprised by what God can do in you and through you. 00:00 – Intro: “Plan to Be Surprised” 01:30 – John 20: Mary at the Empty Tomb 03:00 – The Power of Lingering in God’s Presence 05:00 – When Jesus Shows Up & You Don’t See Him 07:30 – Funny Story: Nightmare Hell House & Evangelizing Billy Joe 09:00 – The Sneaky Side of Jesus 11:00 – How Life Surprises Us – Good and Bad 13:00 – Graduation Anxiety and a Mentor’s Words 14:45 – The Pharisee Spirit That Blocks Wonder 17:00 – Bible Heroes Who Got Surprised by God 20:00 – Jesus Still Uses Broken People 21:15 – Worship: “Because He Lives, I Can Face Tomorrow” 24:30 – Preaching Clip: Surprise! He Lives 26:00 – Funny Story: Steam Room Conversation with a Church Member 27:15 – Easter Story: “You’ve Got Two Jesuses!” 28:30 – Why Cynicism Kills Spiritual Surprise 30:00 – Worship: “Surprise the Enemy with Your Praise” 32:00 – Narnia, Death, and the Second Surprise 34:00 – Pastor Paul Joins the Easter Play in Costume 36:00 – Revival Footage from the White House 37:00 – Road to Emmaus: Jesus Reveals Himself in Scripture 39:00 – Brazil Story: Chasing the Rumor of Waterfalls 41:00 – When You’ve Seen It All—But You Haven’t 42:30 – Turning the Corner to Discover Beauty 44:00 – Pentecost Was a Surprise 45:30 – The Lame Beggar Is Healed – Acts 3 46:30 – What If God Surprises You This Week? 47:30 – “Surprise Me, Chef” Story – Trust the Divine Menu 49:00 – Altar Call: Make Room for Miracles 51:00 – Prophetic Worship & Prayer Ministry 54:00 – “I Will Make Room for You” – Worship Declaration 56:00 – Final Prayer: Plan to Be Surprised by God’s Goodness 57:00 – Closing Blessing & Commission 📘 Connect with Us: Explore more about God and get plugged in at Victory by goint to https://victory.com/online. Let us know how we can support your journey! OTHER WAYS YOU CAN STAY CONNECTED WITH VICTORY Victory Church Website: http://victory.com Victory Church Facebook: http://bit.ly/2lfgplu Victory Church Instagram: http://bit.ly/2E7Qd48 Victory Church Twitter: http://bit.ly/2lp29pM Paul Daugherty Facebook: http://bit.ly/2BOyCN9 Paul Daugherty Instagram: http://bit.ly/2CiieFH Paul Daugherty Twitter: http://bit.ly/2E9tx3q

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