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Expectations: When You Can Expect A Little And When You Need To Expect A Lot
Paperback
Religion General Christian Living
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Apr 28 2026
Pages: 152
Weight: 0.35
Height: 0.33 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
What if the greatest frustration in your life isn't what happened...
but what you expected to happen?
In Expectations, Dr. Denny Bates reveals the powerful truth behind one of life's most overlooked struggles:
Knowing when to expect a little...
and when to expect a lot.
Through a clear, biblical framework, you will learn how to align your expectations in the areas that matter most:
- Family
- Friends
- Career
- Church
- God
- Yourself
This book will help you:
Avoid unnecessary disappointment
Build stronger, healthier relationships
Grow in clarity, discipline, and purpose
Strengthen your trust in God
If you're tired of frustration, confusion, and unmet expectations...
This book will give you the wisdom to move forward.
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