A talk about Expectations at our family retreat fall 2025 by Todd Billman and Nathan Francis. This talk explores the pervasive human tendency to harbor unrealistic expectations, using a playful skit to illustrate how unmet expectations lead to disappointment, frustration, and relational tension. Drawing from Scripture, particularly the encounter at the well in John 4 and the story of Peter walking on water in Matthew 14, it emphasizes that while expectations are natural, they become destructive when centered on people rather than on God. The message calls for a shift in focus—from self-centered demands to Christ-centered humility, urging believers to communicate honestly, forgive freely, and love sacrificially. Ultimately, it points to the hope of Revelation 21, where God's perfect promises will fulfill all longing, and encourages listeners to place their ultimate expectations on Him alone, finding peace in His faithfulness rather than in the flawed reliability of others.