Sermons on Early Prayer:

Pattern Of Prayer

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 24, 2014

Jesus taught a pattern for prayer not a rote one.

I decided through prayer that we will finish our study of the prayer “lead us not into temptation” next week. I also decided through prayer to do a message on Noah before we go to 2nd Thessalonians. A movie will be released next month about Noah starring Russell Crowe and so let’s be prepared for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reconnecting With Prayer Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 23, 2014

FOUR THINGS I KNOW I SACRIFICE WHEN I'M NOT RECONNECTING WITH GOD IN PRAYER.

Reconnecting with Prayer Isaiah 40:27-31 9/8/13 Introduction Video: Connecting with GOD through Prayer  What if prayer is more about reconnecting than meetings, lists chains, requests, petitions, intercessions? T.S. The Poet David gives us gives us a look at what we sacrifice when we do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Importunity In Prayer

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 29, 2014

A short appeal to persevere in prayer.

IMPORTUNITY IN PRAYER. Matthew 15:21-28. Sometimes in the round of life it seems that we are praying by rote - and sometimes not praying at all, but rather ‘saying prayers’. I was impressed with the importunity of the woman of Canaan who approached Jesus in Matthew 15:21-28. Yes folks, faith ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer And Praise Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 30, 2014

Through prayer we speak to God as we do when we praise him. But our songs of praise are also meant to be an encouragement to one another.

Do you know what a monologue is? A monologue is when one person speaks while everyone else listens. Late night talk shows begin with a monologue. The host cracks jokes while the audience listens. A teacher lecturing on the habits of the South American sloth delivers a monologue while students take ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Persistency In Prayer

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Oct 17, 2013

This sermon says that Christians should be persistent in prayer.

PERSISTENCY IN PRAYER Luke 18:1-8 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION Prayer delights God’s ear, it melts His heart, it opens His hand: God cannot deny a praying soul.—Thomas Watson May this statement encourage us to pray. Let us open our bible to Luke 18:1-8 and listen to what the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Essence Of Prayer

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 31, 2013

This sermon speaks concerning the model prayer the Lord used to teach the disciples the ingredients to consider when praying.

The Essence of Prayer Matthew 6:9-13 Mention: Luke 18:1 men ought to always pray and not faint Also: 1 Thessa. 5:17 Pray without ceasing Then: James 5:16 The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much Mention: Daniel 6:10 Daniel prayed three times a day Also: Psalms 55:17 Evening, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Of Jabez Series

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 5, 2021

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.

Prayer of Jabez Psalm 86 1. 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 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 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Persistent Prayers

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 21, 2021

Jesus often taught in parables. Among his many listeners, some folks understood their meaning and some folks didn't. And that is still true today, because we all tend to hear what we want to hear.

The Lord used these parables to convey a truth to the listeners then, and to His listeners now, by taking a physical situation to teach a spiritual truth. Luke 18:1-8 is a parable about prayer. This is made clear in the first verse of this parable, look at Luke 18:1, we read, “And he spake a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Prayer!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 20, 2021

'Effective Praying' Psalm 40 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: To be effective in prayer…you need to be saved (vs 1-2) To be effective in prayer…you need to be sharing (vs 3,5 & 9) To be effective in prayer…you need to be submissive (vs 6-8) To be effective in prayer…you need to be sanctified (vs 11-15) To be effective in prayer…you need ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Prayer Power Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 27, 2021

James has mentioned prayer several times in his letter. In chapter 5, James focuses on prayer's power and place in the life of a Christian, especially as it relates to our need for healing.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a five year old boy who told his daddy that he’d like to have a baby brother and that he was willing to do whatever he could to help bring that about. 1. The boy’s father paused for a moment and then replied, “I’ll tell you what, if you pray every day for two ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Requests Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 10, 2019

This is the 6th sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Continued Encouragement [#6] PRAYER REQUESTS 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 Introduction: It is not uncommon to hear from Church people what is wrong with the leadership. People spend a lot of time trying to change the leadership within a church to fit within their guidelines and wants. I often ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Of Declaration Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 17, 2017

In a world filled with volatility and uncertainty, Christians enjoy assurances that bring peace in the midst of any storm. Message uses Psalm 23 to teach confidence in God and how to use Scripture for prayerful declarations.

Psalm 23 01.17.16 Yesterday, President Obama signed an executive order to release $ 100 billion to Iran. i This comes after Iran humiliated ten American sailors on international televisionii and launched a ballistic missile in violation of international law last month.iii But the Iranian Nuclear ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, 1 Kings 17:1-16, Psalm 37:25, Matthew 11:28-29, Philippians 4:19, Isaiah 3:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Prayer Of Abraham Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 28, 2017

The prayer of Abraham in Genesis 18:16-33 shows us a model for prayer.

Scripture God called Abram out of Ur of the Chaldeans and gave him incredible promises. At the time, Abram was seventy-five years old when he left family, clan and land to follow God’s call to go to Canaan and claim the promises God made to him in Genesis 12:2–3, “And I will make of you a great ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Prayer Of Agreement

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Sep 4, 2017

We are better together and stronger together. When we walk in harmony with our brothers and sisters we have a stronger impact for the Kingdom of God!

The Prayer of Agreement Lakewood COG | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | August 30, 2017 Matthew 18:19 - “Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. 20 For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-3, John 3:3-7, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Matthew 18:5-6, Matthew 18:7-14, Matthew 18:15-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Prayer Ladder

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 6, 2017

In his prayer to Ephesus Paul teaches us how to pray for the "big" things in life ... how to get closer to Jesus Christ and reach the measure of the fullness of God.

THE PRAYER LADDER Ephesians 3:14-21 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every 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 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist