Sermons on Confidence To Pray:

Blue Haired Ladies, Please Pray!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 4, 2016

Ladies, the ball may well be in your court to see revival!

Pro 16:31 The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness. I have often wondered why Christians, male and female, dye their hair when they have this blessing in Scripture. Which crown of glory to you want God's, the World's, or your Ego's? As I am somewhat bald, I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:31

Denomination: Baptist

How Should I Pray For Others?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 11, 2022

Paul shares with us three major things that we can pray for ourselves and for others – 1. To have the ability to be able to clearly and accurately hear God’s voice 2. To develop the desire to live a Holy Life 3. To allow the Holy Spirit to give us the power to live a Holy Life

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14 Theme: Prayer Paul shares with us three major things that we can pray for ourselves and for others – 1. To have the ability to be able to clearly and accurately hear God’s voice 2. To develop the desire to live a Holy Life 3. To allow the Holy Spirit to give ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14, Galatians 5:16-18, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Sermon # 17 - The Power Of A Praying Church Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 8, 2023

There is not telling as to the extraordinary outcomes when the church comes together to pray. The only way we can assure in a revival, and the powerful move of the Holy Spirit is through prayer.

We read in Acts 4:31, “When they finished praying, the place where they were meeting was shaken. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to proclaim God's message with boldness.”(GNB) As the believers in the early church met together for prayer there was a mighty manifestation of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31, Acts 4:24-31, Acts 4:5-6, 1 Kings 18:39, 1 Kings 19:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

A Praying Mom, Circumstances Vs Attitudes?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 13, 2023

Obstacles and problems are part of family life. We must never allow circumstance to dictate and hinder our potential. The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.

A PRAYING MOMMA: CIRCUMSTANCES VS ATTITUDES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube Wade Hughes) HEAR YE, HEAR YE… THE BARREN, LIFELESS, NO PRODUCTION… THE NEGTIVE BARREN CIRCUMSTANCES OF A WOMAN CAN CHANGE INTO THE MOTHER OF ONE OF THE GREATEST PREACHERS OF ALL TIME. THIS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:9, 1 Samuel 1:20, 1 Samuel 1:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Happens When The Church Prays Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 28, 2023

The way I want to attack this conversation is by looking at 3 statements: 1) What Prayer Is 2) What Prayer Can Do 3) When the Church Prays (6 awesome things happen)

What Happens When The Church Prays Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up. He said: “In a certain town there was a judge who neither feared God nor cared about men. And there was a widow in that town who kept coming to him with the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Hebrews 10:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Ought To Pray For Our Children Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Feb 1, 2023

As parents and ones who love that child, we ought to pray daily for him or her.

We Ought to be Praying for our Children Introduction In the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 11, Jesus says about John the Baptist “among those born of women there has not risen one greater than John the Baptist.” Wow, what a compliment from Jesus to John the Baptist. Now think about John the Baptist’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Never Stop Praying: A Beacon Of Hope SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A motivational discourse on the power of unceasing prayer and its role as a source of hope.

Persistent Prayer Provides Hope Today, we embark on a series that delves into the topic of hope. Hope is an essential aspect of our lives, motivating us to get out of bed each morning. In times of difficulty and monotony, hope enables us to keep moving forward. However, we often search for hope in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Topics: Prayer, Persistence, Hope

Part 31: Wise Ways To Pray Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 12, 2025

1. Praise the Lord! (vs. 1-18)... For His unique understanding For His perfect presence For forming us and fashioning our days For the treasure of His thoughts toward us 2. Take a strong stand for our Savior (vs. 19-22). 3. Pray for God to keep searching and steering our lives (vs. 23-24).

Great Prayers of the Old Testament Part 31: Wise Ways to Pray Psalm 139:1-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 12, 2025) BACKGROUND: *Anyone who has read much of the Bible knows that the LORD included many of His servant's prayers. The Dake Annotated Reference Bible lists 222 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Praying With Purpose: Praise, Provision, And Forgiveness

Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024

In a world filled with distractions and challenges, the power of prayer remains a vital lifeline for our spiritual journey. As Jesus taught His disciples, understanding how to pray can transform our communication with God, guiding us to align our hearts with His will.

>> Bible Verse Reading Luke 11:1-4 (NIV) One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.” He said to them, “When you pray, say: ‘Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4, Luke 11:5-8, Luke 11:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Pray Like The Apostle Paul Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 16, 2024

1. Pray with growing gratitude (vs. 15-16). 2. Pray with consistent care for other people (vs. 15-16). 3. Pray with faith, believing that God is a giver (vs. 17). 4. Pray for us to grow in godliness (vs. 17-23).

How to Pray Like the Apostle Paul Ephesians 1:15-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared March 16, 2024) (Revised to correct error about Philippians 1:18-20 - Sorry) Message: *Charles Spurgeon was one of the greatest preachers who ever lived, but he once said, "I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Husbands And Wives Praying Together Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 2, 2024

Let us explore a vital aspect of Christian marriage: the importance of husbands and wives praying together.

The Importance of Husbands and Wives Praying Together Today, we will explore a vital aspect of Christian marriage: the importance of husbands and wives praying together. Though the Bible does not have a single verse that explicitly commands couples to pray together, it is rich with principles and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:5-6, Ephesians 5:25-26, James 1:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Praying Before Marrying Is Crucial Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 19, 2024

In this sermon , we'll explore the significance of prayer in choosing a life partner and why it's essential to seek God's will before tying the knot.

Marriage is a sacred union between two individuals, and choosing the right partner is a decision that can impact one's life forever. In the midst of excitement and emotions, it's easy to overlook the importance of seeking divine guidance. Praying before marrying someone can be a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-25

When I Couldn’t Pray

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

When fear, loss, or silence steal your words, grace still speaks. True prayer begins where self ends and mercy begins.

> “The Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” Romans 8:26–27 --- I. The Stories We Grew Up On We grew up on stories with tidy endings — Junior Guide stories where faith always ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27, Psalm 4:8, Luke 18:13, Luke 22:44, Psalm 42:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Working And Praying Together In Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 15, 2025

Our Father will guard our coming and going both now and into eternity.

Twenty-ninth Sunday Integral 2025 One of the most long-lasting feuds in the Bible is encountered in today’s OT reading. “Amalek came and waged war against Israel.” Exodus does not tell us the why or the when, but this nation of Amalek attacked Israel, perhaps without provocation. Moses, the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13, Exodus 17:14-16, Psalm 121:1-8, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Timothy 4:1-2, Luke 18:1-8, Esther 3:1-15, 1 Samuel 15:1-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Pray For Self, Servants & Souls

Contributed by Dave Nichols on Apr 9, 2025

Big question for you tonight, how is your prayer life?

Big question for you tonight, how is your prayer life? But even more importantly how is your prayer life when it comes to self, how is it for raising up servants, and for lost souls? A couple of years ago the Tri-County began a program called praying daily for Self, Servants and Souls, but it never ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Matthew 25:40-45, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist