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A Mother's Request Series

Contributed by James Hayford Sr. on Nov 15, 2000

based on 24 ratings

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Jesus talks with the mother of two of His disciples about being a servant.

A MOTHER’S REQUEST” Fourth In The Series: “Conversations With Christ” Matthew 20:20-28 LET’S LOOK AT OUR TEXT: 20 Then the mother of Zebedee’s sons came to Jesus with her sons and, kneeling down, asked a favor of him. 21 "What is it you want?" he asked. She said, "Grant that one of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: *other

Your Will Be Done

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 7, 2004

based on 28 ratings

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How to pray in God’s will

Matthew 6:10 Your WILL BE DONE I want to remind you that God has a wonderful plan for your life. I want to remind you that God has a wonderful plan for your family and friends. I want to remind you that God’s will is "good, acceptable and perfect" Romans 12:2. Prayer has much to do the will of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Step Six - Separating The Men From The Boys Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 8, 2020

based on 1 rating

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The fifth step is a building block to the sixth step. It is not a separate event. The fifth step focuses on cleaning house but it is also about bringing our character defects to the surface so we can see the thousands of ways we have attempted to manipulate the world around us.

The fifth step is a building block to the sixth step. It is not a separate event. The fifth step focuses on cleaning house but it is also about bringing our character defects – selfishness, self centeredness, low self esteem and big egos – to the surface so we can see the thousands of ways we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Any Questions? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2025

based on 3 ratings

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Jesus invites us to bring our deepest, honest desires to Him in prayer, trusting His compassion and power to transform our lives.

If you could hear Jesus ask you one question today—face to face, heart to heart—what would you hope He’d ask? And if He asked, “What do you want me to do for you?” what would rise to your lips before you could filter it—before fear, pride, or past disappointments edited your answer? Some of us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:41

Topics: Transformation, Jesus' Questions

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When God Makes Time Stand Still PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2025

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God responds to bold, faith-filled prayers, meeting us in our struggles and making a way when we trust Him with the impossible.

Some days saunter. Others sprint. A calendar can feel like a carousel that won’t stop, deadlines whirling and daylight thinning. You’ve felt it, haven’t you? That wish for just a little more light, a few more minutes, a sliver of space to finish the task, to face the fight, to hug the child, to say ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:12-13

Topics: Paused Time, Miracles

Disciples' Prayer: A Prayer For God's Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 11, 2015

| 7,061 views

Talk to God like your Best Friend and the Best Father there ever was, putting His interests above your own.

Bob was trying to teach his daughter, Jenny, how to pray before meals. After a few weeks of coaching, Bob decided Jenny was ready to pray all by herself. Jenny started out fine, thanking God for her mommy and daddy and brother and sister and for the rolls and the salad. Then she ended with a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Turn Off The Lights And Sirens-- Minister Where You Are Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 20, 2008

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Jesus takes the time to minister with the woman who touches his robe-- rather than rushing on his emergency mission

Mark 5:21-43 Following the deliverance ministry in Gadara, Jesus crosses by boat over to the other side of the lake and there once again Mark demonstrates that his gospel is focused on action as he describes the press of the crowd around Jesus. The action is vividly told as the synagogue leader, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Baptist

Praying That Pleases God

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

based on 4 ratings

| 2,927 views

Prayer is how we as Christians commune with Our Heavenly Father. Those in the Prayerneed Internet ministry of Praise, Prayer and Encouragement have seen the results of prayer over and over again and we give the Glory to God the Father.

Praying That Pleases God Prayer is how we as Christians commune with Our Heavenly Father. Those in the Prayerneed Internet ministry of Praise, Prayer and Encouragement have seen the results of prayer over and over again and we give the Glory to God the Father. Prayer is indeed powerful because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Settling The Authority Issue Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 16, 2017

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Those who accept Christ must live under His authority.

I want to begin with a few questions. Feel free to shout out the answer. Q: An electric train is moving north at 100 mph and a wind is blowing to the west at 10 mph. Which way does the smoke blow? A: There is no smoke with an electric train. Q: If there are 6 apples and you take away 4, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:27-33

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Just Stand There, Pray Something

Contributed by Ralph Coleman on Nov 11, 2006

based on 5 ratings

| 6,662 views

Christian Prayer Life

DON’T JUST STAND THERE – PRAY SOMETHING 1 SAM. 1:26-28 Prayer is serious business!! When it comes to praying, many find themselves without, because of the fact that prayer is not a priority in your life. Prayer should be as common as putting on your clothes. Each day those that are called by His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

Lead Like King Solomon

Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 5, 2023

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King Solomon was not only a great O.T. king but he was also a great leader. Solomon's wisdom and leadership helped turn the nation of Israel into a great world power during O.T. times. King Solomon's leadership and wisdom can be applied today in every life situation.

The Bible says in 1 Kings 3:1-9 CSB Solomon made an alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt by marrying Pharaoh’s daughter. Solomon brought her to the city of David until he finished building his palace, the Lord’s temple, and the wall surrounding Jerusalem. However, the people were sacrificing on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-9, 2 Chronicles 1:10-12, Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Voice Of God

Contributed by Tim Adour on Jan 29, 2006

based on 26 ratings

| 8,847 views

Learning the voice of God is a process and can be learned by every follower of Jesus.

THE VOICE OF GOD Acts 15:28 January 8, 2006 I BEGAN THE MESSAGE BY HAVING 2 LADIES WHO SPEAK A DIALECT OF INDIA HAVE A CONVERSATION IN FRONT OF THE CONGREGATION. NO ONE KNEW WHAT THEY WERE SAYING. I REFERENCED THIS ILLUSTRATION THROUGHOUT THE MESSAGE TO SHOW WHAT GOD’S VOICE IS NOT LIKE. LET ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why

Contributed by Frank Lay on Mar 4, 2005

based on 36 ratings

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Oh my Lord, if the Lord be with us, WHY then is all this befallen us? and where be all his miracles which our fathers told us of...?" As we reflect upon why bad things happen, I want to make some observations.

WHY? "Oh my Lord, if the LORD be with us, why then is all this befallen us? and where be all his miracles which our fathers told us of...?" Judges 6:13 "WHY?" Have you ever asked that question? Of course you have. In fact many of us have been asking that question during the past few days. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

Sorrow Will Turn To Fullness Of Joy.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 30, 2023

based on 2 ratings

| 1,272 views

Your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.

SORROW WILL TURN TO FULLNESS OF JOY. John 16:16-24. JOHN 16:16a. The sense of John 16:16 seems to be “A little while and ye do not behold Me…” This refers to the fact that within hours Jesus would be arrested, tried, crucified, and buried. JOHN 16:16b. “again a little while, and ye shall see ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Understanding Heart

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006

based on 8 ratings

| 21,057 views

A message of encouragement for those finding it hard to understand scripture, and making decisions in life

Understanding Heart Foundational Text: 1 Kings 3:5-14 In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I shall give thee. (6) And Solomon said, Thou hast shewed unto thy servant David my father great mercy, according as he walked before thee in truth, and in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

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