Sermons on Comprehensive Prayer:

Prayer (1) Gideon’s Prayer Regarding A Fleece

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jun 7, 2020

Most commentators criticise Gideon, feeling that his prayer demonstrates a lack of faith. But given how positively the New Testament views Gideon, we should be inclined to take a positive view of his prayer. It's a very sensible prayer, and a great example to us.

Today we’re starting a short series on prayer, and looking at a prayer which Gideon prayed. It’s in Judges 6:36-40. Introduction First, let’s look at the situation Gideon was in before we look at his prayer. We may think, ‘We pray, God answers. Simple.’ But when we look at what was going on at ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

Powerful Short Prayers Part 5 Jabez Prayer Series

Contributed by David Diyanni on Nov 8, 2015

This is a sermon on the power of short prayers

Powerful Short Prayers I Chron 4:9-10 Different introductions What makes a good prayer? Is it length and eloquence or a heart that trusts in a mighty God? How long does a prayer have to be in order to be heard? God did not forbid long legitimate prayers but vain repetitions and heartless ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Vineyard

The Lord's Prayer 3 - The Pattern Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Aug 18, 2024

Sometime we repeat prayers over and over again and do not stop to think about what we are saying. The Lord's prayer falls into this category - we need to stop and think about each phrase and use it as our prayer.

The Pattern of prayer Sometimes when we say something in worship perhaps we do not stop and think what we are actually saying and when we do we wonder what on earth do we mean by that? Even though we might have been saying the same things over and over again we do not really think about what we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16, Luke 11:2, Matthew 6:9, 1 Corinthians 13:1-7

The Tale Of The Broken Coffee Machine: The Importance Of Others In Comprehending God's Word

Contributed by Jessica Linde on Oct 14, 2024

By looking at the example of Philip and the Ethiopian from Acts 8, this sermon’s ultimate goal is to highlight the importance of having others to instruct us in the meaning of scripture in order for us to fully understand it.

So this morning, I’m going to tell you a story… a true story… a story about a coffee machine… specifically, the coffee machine that my partner and I have in in our flat! This coffee machine (a Tassimo)—so not that dissimilar to something like a Nespresso—was already in the flat when we moved in, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40, Isaiah 53:7

Paul’s Prayer For The Church

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 10, 2022

In this passage of scripture we are going to deal with a prayer that Paul prayed for the Ephesians. This prayer is considered by some as the second most important prayer ever prayed.

Folks have some strange ideas about prayer. Some folks do not have the slightest idea of what prayer is. Illus: This reminds me of Karin Wotten of Ocala, Florida who tells about the opening exercises of their Vacation Bible School, when they asked for volunteers to pray. One morning, a first ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Powerful Prayer 3 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 16, 2012

Part 3 of the Paul's Powerful Prayer Series. In Ephesians 3:14-21 Paul prays for the church in Ephesus a prayer that should be prayed for every congregation that gathers in the name of the LORD.

Dakota Community Church July 15, 2012 Paul’s Powerful Prayer 3 Ephesians 3:14-21 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom his whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Mennonite

The Prayer Of The Righteous Availeth Much

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 14, 2024

This sermon talks about what it means to be righteous, the nature of fervent prayer, and how such prayer can bring about significant change in our lives and the world.

Beloved, we gather today to reflect on the profound truth found in the book of James 5:16, which states, "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." The verse, though simple in its wording, carries an immense weight of spiritual significance. It reveals the power of ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Intercessory Prayer

Contributed by Gary Smith on Feb 14, 2003

This sermon offers encouragement to all who are praying for the salvation or for the healing of a loved one.

“The Power Of Intercessory Prayer” TEXT: John 4:46-54 Introduction: At first glance this may seem like a strange text to use with the subject of “Intercessory Prayer,” but I think that there arefew scriptures that do a better job illustrating all the elements involved in intercessory ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Church Of God

Restoring Confidence In Prayer

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Feb 17, 2003

This sermon seeks to encourage believers to renew their confidence in prayer with emphasis on Petitionary and Intercessory prayer.

Would you believe that a Christian could lose confidence in prayer? Well, I contend that a Christian can. Now, for most of us we would not want to admit that we’ve lost confidence in prayer; that is perhaps because of our piousness or human pride. But a person can lose confidence in their ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer For The New Year

Contributed by Tony Fox on Feb 21, 2003

I am convinced that this passage contains a prayer equal to the prayer of Jabez: it is the prayer of Paul for the Colossians.

“A Prayer for the New Year” January 5, 2003 (Col. 1:1-11) Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. (Psalms 37:4 KJV) There are some amazing prayers in the Bible. This is one of them. This was Paul’s prayer for the church at Colosse. This ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-11, Colossians 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer A Grace Odeysey.

Contributed by John Gullick on Feb 27, 2003

A prayer that considers three levels at which prayer can happen.

Prayer 2003 a Grace Odessy. To boldly Grow in a unique way like no one has ever grown before. I recently heard that we are not physical beings with a spiritual life rather we are spiritual beings with a Physical life. To me that rung profoundly true - particuarily when you consider that at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:2-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Prayer Works

Contributed by Truuke Ameigh on Mar 2, 2003

Using food coloring, water and bleach, children pray and acquire an understanding of how prayer can work

Hi Kids! Today we are talking about prayer and I have a special demonstration for you that shows how prayer works. First, I’m going to give each one of you a little bottle of food coloring. Be careful with it so we don’t stain the carpet or our clothes. Now, do you see this jar of water here on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following Christ In Prayer

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

Jesus teaches us how to pray Patient, Persistent, and Passionate Prayers.

Following Christ in Prayer Luke 18:1–14 INTRODUCTION • 1 John 2:6 “6Whoever claims to live in him must walk as Jesus did.” • Jesus is our example, if we want to learn how to live our lives in a way that is pleasing to God, we must follow His teaching. • Luke 11:1–4 - Jesus’ Model Prayer: Elements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Is The Only Answer

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 29, 2002

If we are not praying right we can’t expect much from God.

PRAYER IS THE ONLY ANSWER EX 32:7-10, DT 9:7-11, 17-19 In DT 9 Moses is recounting how God has brought them to where they are. More than once he refers to them as a rebellious people. It was because Moses was a man of prayer that these people were still alive. I want us to recall what ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 9:7-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Power Of Persistent Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2002

Jesus taught that we should "always pray and not give up." But why? Is God hard of hearing? Is it difficult to get His attention? Or is there something else we don’t understand?

OPEN: The organ in a large church broke down one Sunday morning just before services were to begin. A member of the congregation happened to be a organ repairman and he immediately went to work on the instrument – finding it was a simple electrical problem. When he finally got it fixed it ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ