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Prayer Of Jabez: Ask For The Biggest Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Aug 6, 2001

based on 126 ratings

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This is the third installment in a ongoing series based on the Prayer of Jabez

ASK FOR THE BIGGEST I Chronicles 4:10b INTRODUCTION: There is a story told of a wonderful, elderly, Christian lady who had very little money and lived in a rundown house, but despite her situation she was always giving praise to the Lord. Her only problem was with the old man who lived next door. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is It Ok To Ask God For A Sign? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 27, 2010

based on 8 ratings

| 36,975 views

This message looks at the unusual "fleece" request that Gideon makes and then considers whether we are allowed to make similar requests.

Is It Ok To Ask God For A Sign?: 1. This passage about Gideon’s fleece is a true story, but not an ironclad promise. - Judges 6:36-40. - God is under no obligation to answer “fleece” questions. - Not all Bible stories are directly applicable in the sense of being able to expect God to do the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:33-40

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful What You Ask For

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Mar 28, 2009

based on 26 ratings

| 13,421 views

Lent 5: James and John ask Jesus for seats of privilege at his right and left. Ambition, power and glory are often pursued - but at a cost. Glory to Jesus is much different than what we see... Be careful what you ask for!

One of my favorite movies of all time is The Christmas Story. The character around whom the story revolves is nine year-old Ralphie. Now more than anything else in the world, Ralphie wanted a Red Ryder BB gun. But every time he mentioned it, he would be rebuffed. Ralphie asked his momma for the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Is It Ok To Ask God Why? Series

Contributed by Brad Stone on Jun 8, 2024

| 940 views

This sermon dives into the question of whether or not it is ok to ask God why. We all have those moments where we want to but are often told we cannot. In this message, I uncover biblical truths to answer this question.

Biblical Answers to Life’s Tough Questions: Is it Ok to Ask God Why? Psalm 139:1-4 Hebrews 4:12 Questions and emotions aren't bad. No, it's not wrong to ask God questions. Job and David and even Jesus asked God why they were suffering or felt like they had been abandoned by God. And yet ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-4, Hebrews 4:12, John 10:10, John 16:33

Denomination: Baptist

Asking Questions About Jesus?

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Mar 4, 2016

| 4,956 views

Has evangelical Christianity become a "subculture" in today's world?

ASKING QUESTIONS ABOUT JESUS? John 7:14-18, 25-36 Whenever the secular media try to do specials on religion in America, Evangelicals are usually characterized as being part of a “subculture.” That is, we are not considered to be part of mainstream America. We sort of live in our own ...read more

Scripture: John 7:14-36

Denomination: Baptist

Ask Not Don't Gripe

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Apr 13, 2016

| 3,617 views

stressing the importance of asking God for everything.

A small Oklahoma town had two churches and one distillery. Members of both churches complained that the distillery was giving the community a bad image. And to make matters worse, the owner of the distillery was an out-spoken atheist. He didn’t believe in God one bit. The church people tried ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-31

Denomination: Nazarene

The Gift I Never Asked For

Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 19, 2003

based on 53 ratings

| 4,243 views

Along with all the good things that abiding in Christ brings, it will bring trouble as well. Abiding will make you more of a threat to the world and to the devil.

Dec. 7, 2003 John 15:18 - 25 “The gift I never asked for” INTRODUCTION Over 2000 years ago, wise men made a long and treacherous journey from their home in the East to find the one who was born as the “king of the Jews.” It was anything but an easy journey. They expected some of the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Ask For Whatever You Want

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Aug 29, 2013

based on 4 ratings

| 19,905 views

There are times in our lives that we need assistance in making sound decisions. Many decisions made are good but are they godly? True wisdom starts with a heart full of faith, not a head full of facts.

“A person is not necessarily smart just because he says things that are smart.” There are some individuals that believe they know everything no matter what the topic may be. Actually, there are some who before you can finish asking the question they already have an answer. These ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

Some Questions Worth Asking

Contributed by John White on Feb 4, 2020

| 3,396 views

A basic need for security is a part of the human condition. Men spend lifetimes planning and preparing to purchase a place and position of real security at the end of their days. It is commonly understood that a sense of security is one of a woman’s strongest emotional needs.

SOME QUESTIONS WORTH ASKING I John 5:1-13 “Whosoever believeth that Jesus is the Christ is born of God: and every one that loveth him that begat loveth him also that is begotten of him. By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God, and keep his commandments. For this is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

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Does God Help Those Who Help Themselves? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 779 views

This sermon explores misinterpretations of mainstream beliefs, the importance of mutual aid in Scripture, and the mandate for mercy and mutual support in our lives.

Welcome, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family bound together by the love of our Savior. In the sanctuary of God's presence, we find comfort, solace, and wisdom. So, let's prepare our hearts to receive the Word of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Topics: Statements, Not Biblical

Prayer Of Jabez:ask For The Best

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jul 24, 2001

based on 88 ratings

| 6,028 views

This is second in a series drawing prayer and life lessons from the Prayer of Jabez.

ASK FOR THE BEST I Chronicles 4:10 INTRODUCTION: During some of the darkest days of the American Revolution, after the Continental Army had experienced several defeats, a farmer who lived near General George Washington’s camp decided to pay the soldiers a visit. As he approached the tents his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Asking Abd Receiving Wisdom Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

based on 4 ratings

| 3,805 views

James tells us if we lack wisdom "let him ask of God, who gives to all men generously." This sermon treats the text in an expository manner.

ASKING for and RECEIVING WISDOM. James 1:5-8 {5} But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all men generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. {6} But let him ask in faith without any doubting, for the one who doubts is like the surf of the sea driven ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: *other

More Than You Ask For Series

Contributed by David Asch on Jan 10, 2005

based on 20 ratings

| 6,592 views

In this sermon we will see if we ever get more than we ask for from God, and how we should react.

MORE THAN YOU ASK FOR Mark 7:31-37 INTRO: Once at a fast-food restaurant, I took my burger back up to the counter, pointed to the picture on the overhead menu, and asked, Can I have one that looks like that?” The one I had was smushed, smudged, and generally unappealing. At those places, I always ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Asks The Questions

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Jul 17, 2006

based on 20 ratings

| 4,742 views

We ask many questions when we should try to answer God’s own for our own benefit.

1stBBC When God asks the questions Job 31:14 What then shall I do when God riseth up? and when he visiteth, what shall I answer him? We ask many questions when we should try to answer God’s own for our own benefit. 1. What is your life? Jam 4:14 Whereas ye know not what shall be on the ...read more

Scripture: Job 31:14

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do You Ask? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 29, 2003

based on 14 ratings

| 2,434 views

Neither conservatives nor liberals are really interested in learning; all want their opinions confirmed. Jesus teaches us how to deal with both by asking questions to test the argumentative spirit, to test honesty, and to get people to listen to their ow

Some folks want their religion to confirm everything they’ve already committed to, but other folks want, or say they want, a religion that will challenge to change. And there isn’t much common ground between these two types. Or is there? Some folks want their religion to confirm everything ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

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