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Knocking On Heaven’s Door Series

Contributed by C Vincent on Dec 31, 2009

An introduction to prayer from Luke 11:1

Knocking on Heaven’s Door JCC 03.01.10 am part 1 Prayer If you had the opportunity, what one thing would you have liked Jesus to show you? See miracles? The dead raised? Etc One thing the disciples asked Him to show them They asked Him to teach them to pray Luke 11:1 We are not told if Jesus ever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mathew Seven-Seven People Part 2

Contributed by Ken Crow on Jan 10, 2010

In this message we look at verses nine and ten and the phrase "if his son asketh".

Mathew Seven-Seven People Part 2 (If His Son Ask) Matthew 7:7-11 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow 7Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: 8For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Persistent Prayer Series

Contributed by C Vincent on Jan 18, 2010

The parable of the persistent neighbour and how this is a model for knocking on heaven's door. Ask, Seek and Knock.

Persistent Prayer JCC 10.01.10 am (session 3 Prayer) Luke 11: 5-13 This comes straight after ‘Lord teach us to pray’ and the ‘Lord’s Prayer’ Prayer was never intended to be an instrument for the accomplishing of man's will upon the earth, but the instrument for the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying Aloud Or Playing Around?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 27, 2020

When you really get intense in prayer, you will see results. Fervor, not volume is more important.

2 Kings 13:14-19 - Desire 14 Now Elisha was fallen sick of his sickness whereof he died. And Joash the king of Israel came down unto him, and wept over his face, and said, O my father, my father, the chariot of Israel, and the horsemen thereof. 15 And Elisha said unto him, Take bow and arrows. And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:14-19, Luke 18:1-8, Luke 11:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Four Great Questions Of Jesus Iii: "what Do You Want Me To Do?" Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 7, 2019

Christians prevent narcissism from rubbing off on themselves by reaffirming and proclaiming Who Jesus Christ Is versus who we mortals are. Ask not: "What more can Christ do for me?" Ask: "What can I do for my Lord?"

FOUR GREAT QUESTIONS OF JESUS III A Series of Devotional Sermons Third Great Question: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:36

Praising God For His Wonders - Sermon Iv: Praising God For Answered Prayer Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 11, 2019

We the children of God are more than welcome to be persistent in asking our Father in Heaven for what we need, to keep on seeking, to keep on knocking as an ongoing act of faith in God.

PRAISING GOD FOR ANSWERED PRAYER In this month’s Health & Nutrition Newsletter, I read an interesting report based on a study of the “dose-response” effect of exercise – that is, if you exercise more than the minimum recommended for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

When The Lord Makes You Wonder

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 16, 2016

Sometimes the Lord is going to make us wonder, so... 1. Expect some mysteries. 2. Expect some miracles. 3. Exalt our Master.

When the Lord Makes You Wonder Mark 7:24-37 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 10, 2016 *One of the most memorable things Jesus said on the cross is found in Matthew 27:46: "My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?'' Well, we know and Jesus knew that He was suffering and dying ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Baptist

Channel Of Blessing To Others Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 10, 2021

According to the Scripture in 1 Peter, those who believe in Jesus Christ are now the priest of the New Testament. And what is the role left for the priesthood? To be channels of blessings.

Introduction According to Jewish tradition, in the beginning only God could bless the people. He blessed Adam and Eve and told them to be fruitful and multiply. God blessed Noah and his family as they departed the ark with the same blessing to be fruitful. And then we come to in Genesis 12, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 15, 2022

Jesus teaches in the Sermon on the Mount that one of the ways that we experience Kingdom life and are blessed is when we embrace our brokenness and ask for HELP.

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Matthew -5:1-3 OKAY – let’s do this! Week 8, of our study in Matthew’s Gospel, “The King and His Kingdom.” Our Text today is Matthew 5:1-3… I am going to read it, and then pray us into our time of study. Now when Jesus saw the crowds, REMEMBER – Jesus is in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Asking God To Bless Me--A Preview Of The Jabez Territory Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 25, 2002

To help apply what this Jabez prayer challenges a church family to do-and an individual’s role in that challenge

“Asking God to Bless Me!” --Preview of the Jabez Territory (The Challenges of the Prayer of Jabez Part 1 of 6) (Much of this message was developed from Bruce Wilkinson’s presentation on Visionary Leadership at the “Walk Thru Life with Purpose” Conference in Largo, FL, Feb. 5-7, 2002.) [I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Methodist

You Never Need To Ask, "Does God Love Me?"

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 7, 2003

how God shows his love for us and provides for us

March 9, 2003 Romans 8:31_39 What, then, shall we say in response to this? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all - how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Who will bring any charge against those whom ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You Praying So As To Get What You Are Asking For?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 21, 2005

Praying for results in His presence

Are you praying so as to get what you are asking for? Acts 12:1-13 5 Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him. Suppose I was to say to you that you could go to the bank tomorrow and could withdraw whatever you are in need of? If I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

When God Gives A Gift You Didn't Ask For Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008

Understanding demanding changes in life in light of God’s plans helps us to handle them with unlimited resources, greater encouragement, and a view to eternity

It’s December! And in our continuing effort to provide really practical, helpful information, I found a top 10 list that you may need over the next 3 weeks. Here it is, Top Ten Things To Say About the Gifts You Don’t Really Like. 10. "Well, well, well, now, there’s a gift!" 9. "No, with all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Asks Us To Become Suffering Servants As His Disciples

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 7, 2009

A sermon for the Second Sunday in Lent, Series B

2nd Sunday of Lent, March 8, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we move through this season of Lent, inspire us through the power of your Holy Spirit, to embrace anew your love for us, as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Matthew 7:7-12 Ask And You Shall Receive Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Matthew 7:7-12 Ask and you shall receive

Matthew 7:7-12 Ask and you shall receive Manuscript Today we are looking at Matthew 7:7-12. You could say we are entering the final lap – the final chapter - of the Sermon on the Mount. The Sermon on the Mount covers some very diverse topics. Witnessing about Jesus – being salt and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Baptist