Sermons on Biblical Prayers:

Life-Changing Prayer Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2020

Want to pray prayers that change the world, or even your world? Daniel changed the world with his prayer in Daniel 9. What characterizes the kind of prayer that changes the world?

Well, it’s the first of November, and two days from now one of the most contentious Presidential elections in our history will, perhaps, be decided. I read a newspaper article this week that said that not only Americans but even the people of other nations are anxious about what will be happening ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-23, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14, Jeremiah 29:10-14, Jeremiah 25:11-12, 1 John 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

Fasting And Prayer For Revival

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003

By fasting and praying for revival and evangelism, God will pour Himself on His people.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. First mention. The Day of Atonement, i.e., Yom Kippur Fast. "On the tenth day of the seventh month of each year, you must go without eating to show sorrow for your sins" (Lev. 16:29 CEV). 2. Full mention. "Is not this the fast that I have chosen? To loose the bands of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Humble Confidence In Prayer

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jan 15, 2026

How can we be both humble AND bold when we pray? Isn’t the concept of being both humble and bold contradictory?

Humble Confidence in Prayer Gen 18:25-27; Luk 18:9-14; 1Joh 5:14-15 Introduction Good morning, church family! Let me ask you a question that might seem contradictory at first: How can we be both humble AND bold when we pray? Some of you might be thinking, "Pastor, those two things don't ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:25-27, Luke 18:9-14, 1 John 5:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

Lighthouses Of Prayer 2008 Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 7, 2008

An explanation of lighthouses of prayer and a call to be one.

Luke 10:1-9 January 6, 2008 The Sending Out of The Seventy-Two: Lighthouses of Prayer I grew up in the evangelical church, and through those years I heard and practiced many different methods of evangelism, or ways to draw the people around you to God through Jesus. Most of those methods ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-9

Denomination: *other

The Power Of Silent Prayer

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014

There is power in silent prayer as well as praying aloud in some cases especially during warfare.

“And it came to pass, as she continued praying before the Lord, that Eli marked her mouth. Now Hannah, she spake in her heart.Only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard....”(1 Samuel 1:12-13) “It so happened that as she continued in prayer before God, Eli was watching her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:12-13

Denomination: Anglican

Ready Your Prayers Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon will explore the power and importance of prayer, encouraging believers to approach God with boldness and thankfulness, knowing that He hears their concerns.

Well good morning once again, friends! Glad you decided to join us for this final week of our series, “Live Ready”. We have spent three weeks now talking about how, biblically, we can be ready to respond to life’s toughest scenarios. Whether that be a personal painful experience we have, or an ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-3, Acts 12:1-12

Topics: Prayer Power, Divine Guidance, Bold Faith

Sermon Series: Live Ready

A Prayer For God's Direction

Contributed by Tony Miano on Mar 10, 2001

We can use Jabez’s prayer like a compass...N-never ending favor; S-significant influence; E-enabling touch; W-wary of the enemy.

A Prayer For God’s Direction 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church March 11, 2001 Introduction: As some of you know, Mahria and I had the opportunity to go to a pastor/spouse retreat at the end of January. We spent a few days in Pismo Beach with other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: *other

Rebuild The Wall Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Oct 16, 2009

We often wonder what one person can do, but God says one person’s intercession can change the course of history.

PATTERN: INDUCTIVE - Relational Outline by Andy Stanley Me (my dilemma or question) I’ve felt a little tired over the summer. • Lots of changes in our house • Changes in my responsibilities with the District I’ve begun thinking things like, “One person can only do so much.” Then later I thought, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Tale Of Two Prayers

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Apr 16, 2013

Knowing ourselves to be a sinner opens the door to salvation, whereas self-righteousness separates us from our God and our neighbor.

"A TALE OF TWO PRAYERS" It was just another day, like all the days that came before, and two men entered the temple to pray, as men had done for centuries. One of the men was a Pharisee. He was a man, to use Mark Twain's phrase, "who was good in the worst sense of the word." The other man was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Prayer For God’s Will

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 6, 2022

When it comes to praying for God’s will, we often find ourselves at a loss for words. Perhaps, the way to make the greatest impact is to ask for a blessing; to pray for the spiritual and material resources we need to enlarge the kingdom.

I’ve entitled our message this morning “A Prayer for God’s Will.” When we think of God’s will we often have in mind how the Lord wants to use us for His glory; how God wants to include us in His plans and work through us to make an impact for the kingdom. But when it comes to praying for God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Guide For Teachers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 29, 2003

For this reason we have not ceased to pray and make special request for you asking that you may be filled with the full (deep and clear) knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom (in comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of God) and in unde

Prayer Guide for Teachers - (Col. 1:9-11) Prayer Guide Teachers Quote: William A. Ward has said, "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. Progress Magazine, December 23, 1992. Illustration: An item in "The Report ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Prayer List

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 13, 2005

What Paul prayed would happen in the lives of the Ephesians and what God want to happen in our lives today.

"Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints, cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in the prayers; that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Paul: The Perplexity Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 27, 2002

Looking at the perplexity of unanswered prayer

PAUL THE PERPLEXITY OF PRAYER “ I asked… but God said…” Date: September 1, 2002 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 WHAT IS THE ANSWER TO THE PERPLEXING QUESTION OF UNANSWERED PRAYER? Introduction I shared with some one several days ago about our prayer ministry ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of A Prayer Meeting Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 8, 2004

Acts Series: 20th Sermon--4 things that can revolutionize our prayer lives: Prayers that are United, God-Centered, Scriptural, and Unselfish!

The Power of a Prayer Meeting Acts 4:23-31 Peter and John have been arrested/threatened not to preach Christ...but the Lord has told them TO! [torn between God and man.] When released, where did they go? Tavern? Belly up to bar? No...they had a prayer and praise meeting! Psalm 145:1-21 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Place Of Prayer In Unity

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Apr 6, 2006

Using John 17:20-23 as a starting point, this message presents practical steps to building unity via the powerful work of prayer.

The Place of Prayer in Unity Pastor Eric J. Hanson February 19, 2006 Read John 17:20-23 Unity in the Church, wholeness within the Body of Christ, cannot by emphasized enough as a foundational essential within the Kingdom of God. When Jesus Christ prayed about this matter, just before being ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational