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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Silver And Gold Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 24, 2022
     | 3,561 views

    We should always expect God to open the door for us to share the Gospel.

    Silver and Gold Text: Acts 3:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: Mark Roberts wrote of a time when he visited the Capitol as a guest of Congressman John Campbell. If he was with the congressman, he could walk freely around the Capitol, entering many areas that were reserved "for authorized ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Prayer 3- 'unanswered' Prayer Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 10, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 10,325 views

    The talks from a Seeker Service on "’unanswered’ prayer". The three ’talks’ were spread over the whole of the 1 hr service, which included video snippets, drama etc.

    “If only prayers were answered” Jas 4:2b, 3 WBC 12.1.3 am Seeker Service You do not have, because you do not ask God. 3 When you ask, you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, that you may spend what you get on your pleasures. 1 Intro- does prayer work? What’s amazing is just how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    The Lord's Prayer : A Model For Prayer

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002
    based on 75 ratings
     | 10,682 views

    This sermon is a simple and clear exposition on the Lord’s prayer and is an excellent guide to prayer patterns.

    THE LORD’S PRAYER : A MODEL FOR PRAYER Matthew.6:9-13. I SALUTATION: The Lord Jesus taught us how we should begin our prayers. 1.THE PERSON: "Our Father". Our prayer will be most effective when we come to God as His children and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    A Church's Prayer: Prayer For Salvation Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 18, 2015
     | 9,578 views

    The church's top priority is to pray for people's salvation: that they come to know the Father through Jesus, the Son; and that they find freedom through Jesus, the Savior.

    Several years ago, because of all the tornados in the area, a developer in Tulsa, Oklahoma, offered an optional tornado-safe room in the new homes he was selling. Nine of the first ten buyers opted to pay the extra $2,500 for the room, which can also be used as a closet, bathroom, or vault when not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Abraham's Prayer: A Prayer For The City Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 21, 2015
     | 13,051 views

    If you want God to answer your prayer listen to Him first; then ask for things in accordance with his character and with a humble confidence in Him

    In the movie, Bruce Almighty, Bruce (Jim Carey) is a reporter who made a fool of himself on national television, lost his job, was attacked on the street, and had an emotional blow-up with his girlfriend, Grace (Jennifer Aniston). With his world falling apart, Bruce takes a midnight ride to clear ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Nehemiah's Prayer: A Prayer For Revival Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 18, 2015
     | 13,474 views

    If we want to experience revival in our land, we must cry out to God, praise His name, confess our sins, claim His promises, and commit to serving Him.

    Before the opening day of duck season, two hunters bought a bird dog. They had heard that such a dog would make their hunting experience much more enjoyable and profitable. So when the big day came, they were up bright and early. They hunted all day, but as the sun began to set, they hadn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Prayer Of Adoration And Sacramental Prayer Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020
     | 2,898 views

    This is the final address of my LENTEN SERIES ON PRAYER. I can't commend enough Richard Foster's book entitled simply Prayer if you are serious about Prayer

    Prayer of Adoration and Sacramental Prayer This is the fourth study in our series on Prayer In the first week we looked at 1. Simple Prayer and 2. Praying the Ordinary And in the second week we looked at 3. The Prayer of Relinquishment 4. Formation Prayer and Last week we looked at 5. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    What Have We Missed?

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 23, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 3,548 views

    There is constant scriptural evidence that says we can ask God and expect to receive. What stands in our way?

    November 23, 2003 Morning Worship Text: James 1:2-8 Subject: True Faith Title: What Have We Missed? A story is told about a mountain climber with great ambition who had a lofty goal of climbing a mountain near his home. He was desperate to complete his climb and after years of training and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steve Ely avatar

    I'm Ready! Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2021
     | 4,332 views

    It is the most wonderful time of the year! But are we ready? Has it caught us off guard? How do we handle a season we which we aren’t prepared?

    Christmas Is Coming! Pt. 2 - I'm Ready I. Introduction Christmas stockings. Lights. Bright bows. Ornaments. Family pictures. Carols. Last week we talked about how Christmas can slip up on you. A sudden and drastic change in season. Mary experienced this. No warning. Just minding her own ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Flowers avatar

    Obstacles To A Life Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 29, 2005
    based on 58 ratings
     | 16,379 views

    In launching this series on prayer, this message was meant to examine some of the things that keep us from pursuing prayer as a lifestyle. Part 1 in series, "Learning to Pray."

    Learning to Pray Obstacles to a Life of Prayer January 23, 2005 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers Video clip of Ben Stiller saying grace in "Meet the Parents." Do you ever feel like that clip pretty much sums up your prayer life? Now think about the difference between that prayer --an ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    How Big Is Your God? Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 14, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,922 views

    Pray and expect great things from God. Have faith in the positive because God is good. Believe in the unseen power of prayer.

    Peter was in a crisis. The church responded appropriately – they pray! • Yet when the news was told that “Peter is at the door!” their response was, “You’re out of your mind.” • The servant girl insisted but they resisted, and gave the excuse, “It must be his angel.” • You see, they even tried ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    No ‘buts’ About It Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 3, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,321 views

    A study of the book of Job 30: 1 – 31

    Job 30: 1 – 31 No ‘Buts’ About It 1 “But now they mock at me, men younger than I, whose fathers I disdained to put with the dogs of my flock. 2 Indeed, what profit is the strength of their hands to me? Their vigor has perished. 3 They are gaunt from want and famine, fleeing ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Charles Wall, Jr. avatar

    How To Conquer Anger

    Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on Nov 12, 2020
     | 1,493 views

    While all biblical principles are true & relate to how we are to live, usually there are a handful we make as a foundation to our lives so that rarely a week or even a day goes by where 1 or more of them are not influencing how we live. They are the guiding principles of your life.

    How to Conquer Anger by Yielding Rights Philippians 2:5-7 As you read the Bible & have had it taught to you over the years, you, like me, have encountered numerous Biblical principles to live by. I calculated this week that in the 30 years I’ve been here, I have preached over 2,100 sermons ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Paul Robinson avatar

    Dealing With Disappointment

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 16, 2022
     | 5,775 views

    We’ve all been disappointed at times in life. Disappointment can only happen if there is some kind of expectation. When that expectation is not met, disappointment occurs. Unlike discouragement, disappointment is not a sin. Even Jesus was disappointed at times with the disciples.

    Many have set out to accomplish great things, but have been disappointed in the outcome. It is said that Alexander the Great wept because there were no more worlds to conquer. Alexander was disappointed. Hugo Grotius, the father of modern international law, said, “I have accomplished nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    America.."You Better Start Praying"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 11, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,219 views

    They say as long as it doesn't change my world what does it matter.. They say as long as it doesn't take away my rights what does it matter.. They say, they say, they say… Guess what church It matters!

    America.."You Better Start Praying" 1kings 18:1-2 MSG 18 1-2 A long time passed. Then God’s word came to Elijah. The drought was now in its third year. The message: “Go and present yourself to Ahab; I’m about to make it rain on the country.” Elijah set out to present ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational