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Our Father In Heaven Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 7, 2016

How to enter the Throne Room of God, approaching the Father with praise.

SERIES: The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed #2 TITLE: Our Father in Heaven TEXT: Matthew 6:9a INTRO: Two men were out walking one day. One guy challenged his buddy by saying, “If you’re so religious, let me hear you quote the Lord’s Prayer. I’ll bet you $10 you can’t do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

Hallowed Be Thy Name Series

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Jun 7, 2016

Praise before Petitions.

SERIES: The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed #3 TITLE: Hallowed Be Thy Name TEXT: Matthew 6:9b INTRO: The Lord’s Prayer begins with praise, which is followed by a series of petitions to God. There are Seven Petitions in the Lord’s Prayer divided into Two Groups: The first THREE petitions ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: The Gift Of The Holy Spirit Luke 11:13 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 13, 2024

Luke 11:13 is part of Jesus' teaching on prayer, where He assures us of God's willingness to give us the greatest gift of all—the Holy Spirit.

Transformed by Truth: The Gift of the Holy Spirit Luke 11:13 (NLT): "So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him." Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound promise found in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1, James 1:17, Acts 1:8, Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Ask, "Just Who Is My Neighbor?” Jesus Answers, "Be A Neighbor.”

Contributed by Adam Reichart on Oct 5, 2004

This sermon highlights the duty and responsibility of compassion which follows upon the reception of God’s free gift of grace and salvation.

Today’s Gospel lesson is a very familiar story. It is the parable of the Good Samaritan. It takes place within the context of Jesus teaching the crowds that gathered to hear His words. At one such time an expert in the law questions Jesus regarding a fairly simple and plain teaching from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:23-37

Denomination: Lutheran

What Does That Cross Mean To You? "I’m Glad You Ask"

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 27, 2011

You see them everywhere, Rappers wear large ones around their necks, Rock stars have tattoos of them on their arms.

Philippians 2:8 And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. You see them everywhere, Rappers wear large ones around their necks, Rock stars have tattoos of them on their arms. Hollywood movie stars wear them made of gold and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 5: Why Doesn't God Do What I Ask?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 1, 2014

You're not the only one with unanswered prayer

Pastors Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: When God Is Silent Lesson 5: Why Doesn’t God Do What I Ask? A. INTRODUCTION: WHY OUR PARENTS DON’T DO ALL WE ASK 1. It’s not good for us. 2. They don’t have resources. 3. They have other plans for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 5: Why Doesn't God Do What I Ask?

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 1, 2014

You're not the only one with unanswered prayer

Pastors Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: When God Is Silent Lesson 5: Why Doesn’t God Do What I Ask? A. INTRODUCTION: WHY OUR PARENTS DON’T DO ALL WE ASK 1. It’s not good for us. 2. They don’t have resources. 3. They have other plans for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Doesn't God Do What I Ask? Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

What are God's reasons for not answering?

A. INTRODUCTION: WHY OUR PARENTS DON’T DO ALL WE ASK 1. It’s not good for us. 2. They don’t have resources. 3. They have other plans for us. 4. They have something better. 5. It would hurt us. B. WHY SOME HAVE GREAT EXPECTATIONS 1. Promise. “Whatever you ask in My name, that I will do” (John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Baptist

Will God Give Me A Double Portion Of His Spirit If I Ask Him To

Contributed by Coz Von on May 14, 2014

The answers will surpise you, This is a study into the mysteries of the Workig of the Holy Spirit and our entitlement

The answer is yes, even to you! - But first off, you must realize that we cannot understand how the Spirit moves, neither can we understand how it operates in our lives; Be honest, we do not even comprehend God’s dynamic forces at work not even when it comes to our own experience. All we know ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:9, 2 Kings 2:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Don't Know What To Ask Him To Do...

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 22, 2023

If Jesus was to appear before you, asking you what you want Him to do for you, what would you say? The message is intended to be a challenge for us to boldly ask the Master for that one thing that weighs our hearts.

“As [Jesus and His disciples] went out of Jericho, a great crowd followed him. And behold, there were two blind men sitting by the roadside, and when they heard that Jesus was passing by, they cried out, ‘Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!’ The crowd rebuked them, telling them to be silent, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

When Thomas Asked About The Way To Heaven, What Did Jesus Say? Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Mar 10, 2016

This a an inspirational statement that tells the listeners that following Jesus Christ is the only path necessary for knowing the Father.

The Junior Bible Quiz Sermon Series “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6) Purpose: This a an inspirational statement that tells the listeners that following Jesus Christ is the only path necessary for knowing the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Will Jesus Do For Those Who Ask? (Luke 7:1-10) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 17, 2024

A narrative/literary approach to Luke. Focus of this story is on the centurion's faith.

The last few weeks, we've been working our way through what is possibly Jesus' second most famous sermon of all time, which in Luke is usually called "The Sermon on the Plain." This message, is one that Jesus gave to his disciples (Luke 6:17-20, verse 20 in particular). They are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

What Happens When You Get What You Ask Or Pray For? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2025

True security is found in trusting God as our King, not in pursuing what others have or seeking control through earthly solutions.

Have you ever stood at the fence line of your life, looked at what others have, and felt that tug? If I just had their certainty. Their security. Their leader. Their plan. The human heart has a way of reaching for what is visible, tangible, and immediate. We want a king we can see. A system we can ...read more

Topics: Divine Will, Human Desire

The Prayer That God Answers Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 14, 2001

On the face of it, the Prayer of Jabez would appear to be the kind of petition God wouldn’t answer - too selfish.

OPEN: Two young boys were spending the night at their grandparents. At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers when the youngest one began praying at the top of his lungs, "I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE. And I PRAY FOR A NEW NINTENDO PLAY STATION, -and I PRAY FOR A NEW ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Repentance

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 31, 2009

Violation of the law of God in thought, word, and deed shows the sinfulness of the human heart. Sin is a contradiction to the holiness of God, whose image mankind bears. This depraved condition is called “original sin

PSALMS 51:1-12 REPENTANCE 1-31-09 Today I want to talk for a little while on the thought 0f “repentance”, we don’t hear very much about “repentance” these days, some people seem to have the idea that “repentance” is not for this day and time because we’re saved by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-12

Denomination: Baptist