Sermons on A Praying Church:

A Pastor's Prayer For The Church

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 17, 2021

Taking Apostle Paul's prayer to Ephesus as the foundation in this sermon I pray seven things that our churches desperately need!

Seven Things to Prayer for the Church Ephesians 1:15-19 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 2020 was one of the most difficult years the world has faced in quite some time. The world was caught off guard by COVID-19, a disease that strikes indiscriminately and shows no ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 26, 2014

Christ, as head of the church, gave us a model that will lead to unity and love. Are we listening?

Today we begin a short two week series covering what I think is one of the most relevant sections of the New Testament for us today. It gives a very concise, clear picture of how the church and the family are to operate according to God’s design. So please join me as we read Ephesians chapter ...read more

A Powerful Church

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Feb 4, 2008

In spite of the persecution and opposition it endured, the early church was a powerful church. They experienced and operated in the power of the Holy Spirit daily. The Lord desires no less for His church today.

A Powerful Church Scripture Reading: Acts 4:5-35 Scripture Text: Ephes. 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Ephes. 3:20 [Living] Now glory be to God, who by his mighty power at work ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-35

Denomination: Church Of God

Be The Church!

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 2, 2009

This is an alliterated, textual sermon on "being the church", using Phoebe as an example. PowerPoint is avaible too, just e-mail me.

BE THE CHURCH! Scott R. Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL A mega-church in Vista, California made headlines last October when they canceled all of their worship services over the weekend. Rather then meeting together in an air-conditioned sanctuary, North Coast Church closed its ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

Praying For Inner Strength

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 14, 2005

We must pray more for inner strength and physical strength.

"THAT HE WOULD GRANT YOU, ACCORDING TO THE RICHES OF HIS GLORY, TO BE STRENGTHENED WITH MIGHT BY HIS SPIRIT IN THE INNER MAN." I. EVERY CHRISTIAN HAS AN "INNER MAN." A. Our inner person is our spiritual part. "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy HEART, and with all thy SOUL, and with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

A Pattern For Praying & Receiving

Contributed by Gary Smith on Jan 5, 2003

This sermon takes a look at a story which serves as a good pattern for all who are seeking God for a miracle

“A Pattern Of Praying And Receiving” TEXT: II Chr. 20:1-5 (KJV) 1 It came to pass after this also, that the children of Moab, and the children of Am-mon, and with them other beside the Am-mon-ites, came against Je-hosh-a-phat to battle. 2 Then there came some that told Je-hosh-a-phat, saying, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Teach Us To Pray Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Dec 10, 2003

Using the Lord’s prayer as a model for praying

October 5 - Teach us to Pray 48% of churchgoers admit they haven’t experienced God’s presents in the last year! This must not happen here. This must be an alive place - it will be transformed. Merve Griffith to Oral Roberts - is it true you’ve heard God speak to you? Oral replies - Merve, God has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus On Right Praying Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Sep 3, 2002

This sermon presents Jesus’ teaching on right praying that is characterised by right motives and right priorities.

JESUS ON RIGHT PRAYING Matthew 6:5-15; 7:7-12 Kingdom Life Series #18 Several truths stand out from Jesus words: § Jesus expects every follower of His to pray. “When” not “if.” § Jesus tells us how to pray. There is a right way and a wrong way to pray. § Jesus also tells us what to pray for. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15, Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Biblical Encouragements To Pray

Contributed by Wesley Eader on Sep 25, 2002

A brief introduction to various ways that we are encouraged to pray in the Bible.

Biblical Encouragements to Prayer The Bible contains a number of encouragements to the believer’s prayer life. 1. Prayer Commands. Eph. 6:18 1 Thes. 5:17 1 Tim. 2:1,8 2. Prayer Promises. John 14:13 John 15:7 John 16:23-24 1 John 5:13 How do these promises encourage you in your prayer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Re-Learning To Pray

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Feb 26, 2006

As much as we might like to, we just can’t measure up to the prayer life of Jesus. Because of the Fall, we need to re-learn what it means to communicate with God on His terms.

Re-learning to Pray Matthew 6:9-13 Via TV this week I met Meghan. The weekend after Megan’s high school homecoming she was in a horrible car accident that left her in a coma for several weeks. Now, she’s awake and only wants one thing-to graduate. The one word that motivated Megan and her entire ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Teach Us To Pray

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 3, 2006

This sermon examines the basics of prayer.

In Luke 11:1-13 Jesus teaches us the basics of prayer. These can be broken down into three categories. I. Prayer involves a right Attitude.(vs. 1)In verse 1 we read "And it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, ’Lord, teach us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

In Bitterness She Prayed

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Apr 8, 2006

God used her bitterness to impact a nation.

IN BITTERNESS OF SOUL – SHE PRAYED 1 Sam 1:1 There was a certain man from Ramathaim, a Zuphite from the hill country of Ephraim, whose name was Elkanah son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite. 1 Sam 1:2 He had two wives; one was called Hannah and the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Praying Heart Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006

Introduction to a study on the Lord’s Prayer that gives an overview of the approach of Jesus to prayer in the Gospels

THE LORD’S PRAYER Part 1 of 4 “The Praying Heart of Jesus” Sunday, August 7, 2005 Text: Matthew 6:9-13, Mark 1:35-39; Luke 11:5-10, 18:9-14 A fly was looking up at a praying mantis, “What are you doing?” asked the fly. “I’m praying” he responded. “Don’t be stupid, insects don’t pray!” the fly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Paul, Prayer, And Praying

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jun 4, 2006

To rejoice always, we must pray always.

PAUL, PRAYER, AND PRAYING Philippians 1:4,9 <----- Intro: *Paul prayed for folks because he loved them. *Those w/loving hearts can pray & praise effectively. Studying Biblical prayers is a profitable spiritual exercise. --Herbert Lockyear, "Prayer history begins, Gen. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Praying In The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Asiri Perera on Jun 15, 2006

The privilege we have to pray in the name of Jesus

Asking (Praying) in the Name of Jesus Reading Luke 11: 1-12 Very truly, I tell you, if you ask anything of the Father in my name, he will give it to you. 24 Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete. John16:23-24(NRSV) Jn ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-12

Denomination: Methodist