Sermons on Answers:

Praying In The Interval

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Dec 19, 2007

Sometimes when we pray the answer is delayed. This message explores the interaction between prayer and angels.

Daniel 10:9-14 KJV Yet heard I the voice of his words: and when I heard the voice of his words, then was I in a deep sleep on my face, and my face toward the ground. [10] And, behold, an hand touched me, which set me upon my knees and upon the palms of my hands. [11] And he said unto me, O ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Get Your Prayers Answered Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on May 2, 2008

Key Verse: John 15:7, “If you abide in me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.”

How to Get Your Prayers Answered Key Verse: John 15:7, “If you abide in me, and My words abide in you, you will ask what you desire, and it shall be done for you.” What are some reasons why we sometimes don’t get our prayers answered? 1. You do not ask, so you do not receive. 2. We sometimes fail ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7

Denomination: Baptist

A Bad Situation Plus Prayer Equals Deliverance Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jul 22, 2007

This sermon is to allow the listener to know that prayer should be our first response, rather than our last resort.

A BAD SITUATION + PRAYER = DELIVERANCE Acts 12:1-17 My brothers and sisters when it comes to bad situations the first thing that we should do is pray. In fact our church’s moto is “Prayer should be our your first response, rather than our last resort.” And even though ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Moves The Hand That Moves The World

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jul 23, 2007

Threat, throne, thrill. Some comments on the prayer meetings which ushered in the 1859 revival in Ulster.

INTRODUCTION 150 years ago a prayer meeting started which was to change the spiritual climate in Ulster forever. Four men decided to meet every Friday night for Bible study and prayer. Their names? James McQuilkin, Jeremiah Meneely, Robert Carlisle and John Wallace. They met in an old schoolhouse ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:14-23

Seven Tests To Distinguish God's Voice Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jul 30, 2007

God speaks in dreams, visions, impressions and thoughts, or so writes the writer of Proverbs. But how can you tell if the voice is really Gods. Use these seven steps to test the Spirits. (Portions from a published sermon by Rick Warren)

Introduction I. We are working through a series on how to hear God’s voice. A. Hearing the voice of God is something that every believer wants to do, at least that’s what we say. B. Hearing the voice God, at least in this lifetime is not always easy though. II. When we read the Bible, and if ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1

Denomination: Methodist

Learning To Hear God's Voice Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Aug 3, 2007

Answer’s to our prayers are not always what we expect. What do we do when God speaks, but His answer is "Not Yet."

Introduction: I. We have been looking these past weeks at listening to the voice of God. A. The first week, we looked at what it takes to be prepared to hear from God. B. In the second week, we looked at a few ways that God speaks to us. 1. The Bible, 2. Teachers, 3. Impressions, call ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

4 Ways God Answers Prayers

Contributed by Rich Wyatt on Feb 10, 2008

God answers prayers in 4 ways

The 4 Ways God Answers Prayer Rich S Wyatt February 10, 2008 Intro: God is still in the prayer answering business. Often times, however, we do not see the answer because we do not understand how God answers prayer. We as God’s people have a mighty position and great authority through the power of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40

Denomination: Church Of God

The Prayer Chair

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Feb 12, 2008

The Mercy Seat or Atonement Cover represented the throne of God and the source of mercy. Here is where prayers were answered. The Prayer Chair is an interactive adaptation of this idea.

The Prayer Chair From Exodus 25:16-18 Atonement Cover as Mercy Seat A. Throne of God B. Power of Prayer Ill. Bob the insurance saleman. 1. New Christian 2. The Bet 3. The Dinner 4. The Kenyan Orphanage 5. Medical Supplies 6. The Celebration 7. The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:16-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Jabez Syndrome

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Feb 22, 2008

For a few years now people have been praying the prayer of Jabez made popular by Bruce Wilkinson’s book The Prayer of Jabez. Based on 1 Chron 4:10

For a few years now people have been praying the prayer of Jabez made popular by Bruce Wilkinson’s book The Prayer of Jabez. Based on 1 Chron 4:10 And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, “Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Here's A Question

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 29, 2019

A study in the Gospel of Matthew 22: 34 – 45

Matthew 22: 34 – 45 Ask a question, get a question Today’s topic is ‘Ask a question, get a question. The Scribes ask our Great Lord and Savior Jesus Christ the question ‘Which is the Greatest Commandment of all?’ With His answer the religious leaders were speechless. Then our Lord takes a turn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Question About Caesar, Moses & David Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 1, 2020

A Question about Caesar, Moses & David – Luke chapter 20 verses 20-44 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A Question About Caesar (vs 20-26). (2). A Question About Moses (vs 27-40). (3). A Question About David (vs 41-44). SERMON BODY Ill: • An antique dealer spotted a valuable antique bowl in a small bric-a-brac shop. • And he knew right away that the bowl was worth thousands ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:20-44

Denomination: Brethren

Get Out Of Jail Free

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Jul 1, 2016

Peter and his adventure in jail and being sprung by the angel. We should shout for joy when our prayers are answered and standing at our front door. We serve an amazing God that does answer prayer in amazing ways

Get Out of Jail Free Acts 12:6-17 My family loves to play Monopoly We have the NASCAR addition Where instead of buying properties, you purchase drivers Instead of New York Avenue, Reading Railroad and Water Works You have Mark Martin, Grandstands and Pit Pass You have champion drivers like Matt ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

Explore and understand the importance of living, speaking, and walking in love as commanded by God.

Good morning, dear church family. We're diving into Ephesians 4 today, diving into what it means to live, speak, and walk in love. Love is such a simple word, yet it holds immense power and profound depth. As C.S. Lewis once said, "Christian love, either towards God or towards man, is an affair of ...read more

Topics: Answering The Call

The Power To Heal Is In Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 7, 2024

Explores harnessing Jesus' healing power, recognizing God's work through us, and the importance of humility in directing glory to God.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be in the house of the Lord today, isn't it? There's something about the fellowship of believers, the unity of spirit, the shared love for our Savior that just fills the heart with warmth and the soul with a sense of belonging. We're ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-16

Topics: Jesus, Answer

Ten Shortest Answered Prayers

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

What makes a good prayer? Is it length and eloquence or a heart that trusts in a mighty God? How long does a prayer have to be in order to be heard? God did not forbid long legitimate prayers but vain repetitions and heartless babblings. Some of the answe

Text: What makes a good prayer? Is it length and eloquence or a heart that trusts in a mighty God? How long does a prayer have to be in order to be heard? God did not forbid long legitimate prayers but vain repetitions and heartless babblings. Some of the answered prayers of the saints like ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:3

Denomination: *other