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  • Simon Bartlett avatar

    Witness And Prayer

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jul 10, 2023
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    Prayer is essential to witnessing. Only God can change other people's hearts. Only God can give us the strength and courage we need.

    This was a fairly short talk in the context of a family service Back in March I got an email through our church website. It was from an American called Tagg Wolverton. He works for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Tagg Wolverton explained that Billy Graham’s son Franklin would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Effectiveness Of Prayer

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 1, 2025
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    How can a person make their prayers more effective?

    Effectiveness of Prayer Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 11:1-4 1 It happened that while Jesus was praying in a certain place, when He had finished, one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John also taught his disciples.” 2 And He said to them, “When you pray, say: ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Priority Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 18, 2022
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    Paul began chapter 2 with a command to all people to make prayer a priority and to do so by praying for everyone with all kinds of prayer. Then in verse 8, he gave a specific command to the men to lead the congregation by lifting up holy hands in prayer.

    Introduction: A. I want to begin today with a wonderful story that the late Peter Marshall, who was the chaplain of the U.S. Senate, used to love to tell, called: “The Keeper of the Spring.” 1. Once there was a quiet forest dweller who lived high above an Austrian village along the eastern slopes ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Practice Prayer

    Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 18, 2022
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     | 1,318 views

    Practice Prayer

    Practice Prayer   Scripture Luke 11:1-13   Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Where do we pray? How do we pray? When do we pray? What do we pray? Why do we pray? These are the questions each one of us asks at one point or another in our lives. Jesus addresses these questions with ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Be Bold In Prayer

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 22, 2022
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    How many of us can as children of God approach Him boldly and ask Him for the greater blessings that He has in store for us. Today many are satisfied with leading a mediocre life of just attending church on Sunday, reading a few verses and praying.

    We read in Judges 1:14-15, Acsah went to live with Othniel. Othniel told Acsah to ask her father for some land. She went to her father. When she got off her donkey, Caleb asked her, "What is wrong?" Acsah answered him, "Give me a blessing. You gave me dry desert land in the Negev. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Prayers For Leaders

    Contributed by Michael Brown on Nov 6, 2024
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    I wrote this to give at the church evening Bible study the day after Election Day to show how Christians are called to pray for government leaders

    Prayers for Leaders The last few months the political world has been all over the place in America. We’ve seen accusations made & heard so many promises that if we vote for a particular candidate, they will do this or that. Politics often reveals our selfish nature. We want what is best for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2023
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     | 926 views

    To emphasize the privilege and power of prayer, and how it can be used as a weapon when aligned with God's will.

    Good morning, church! Isn't it a blessing to gather together in the house of the Lord today? We've got a timely message for you all. It's about our privilege of approaching our Heavenly Father, the power of prayer, and how prayer can be our weapon. In the words of the great Christian author, E.M. ...read more

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    There Is Power In Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 24, 2023
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     | 882 views

    This sermon explores the power of hope, the impact of good works, and the strength of prayer, using the story of Tabitha in Acts 9.

    Good morning, dear family of God. I am so glad to see each and every one of you here today. Isn't it a blessing to gather together in the presence of the Lord, to seek His face and to hear His Word? We are here not by accident, but by divine appointment, each of us with a purpose and a calling, ...read more

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    Anatomy Of Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023
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     | 806 views

    Explores the power of prayer as a divine dialogue, emphasizing its necessity, prudent use, and the different types it encompasses in our lives.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, in this sanctuary of faith and fellowship, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a new day, a new opportunity to deepen our connection with our Creator, our Father in Heaven. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to ...read more

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    Prayer Is The Igniter PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
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    This sermon emphasizes the power of prayer, using Nehemiah's example, as a first response, a pathway to progress, a means of purification, and an act of praise. Key

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is such a blessing to gather together in this sacred place, to share in fellowship, to lift our voices in song, and to open our hearts to the Word of God. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. For God has a message for us ...read more

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    Prayer Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
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     | 881 views

    This sermon explores the importance of prayer, solitude, and seeking God amidst life's busyness.

    Good morning, dear church family, it is indeed a joy and privilege to gather in the house of the Lord today. As we come together in fellowship, our hearts are stirred by the power of God’s Word, the comfort of His presence, and the unity of His Spirit. Our hearts are like parched ground, thirsty ...read more

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    Prayer And Thanksgiving Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 11, 2023
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     | 2,810 views

    The following sermon is going to review the opening of Paul's letter to see why he called the Philippians his joy and crown and review the beautiful prayer he had for their ongoing faithfulness to the Lord!

    Paul’s Thanks and Prayer for Philippi Philippians 1:3-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “An older couple had trouble remembering common, day-to-day things. They both decided that they would write down requests the other had, and so try to avoid forgetting. One evening ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Prayer Partner Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022
     | 2,661 views

    An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

    Unlocked Pt. 2 - A Prayer Partner I. Introduction If you have ever been in a blazing hot parking lot with an undone clothes hanger clutched in your hands as you try to pull up the lock on a car door that is locked with your keys laying on the seat of the car, then you will whole heartedly agree ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Prayer For The People

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 9, 2022
     | 1,030 views

    What is penance? What is repentance? What is confession? Can we pay for our sins?

    What is penance? It is an act of self-abasement, mortification or devotion performed to show sorrow. What is repentance? It is to turn from sin and dedicate oneself, to feel regret or contrition. What is confession? It is a disclosure of one's sins in sacrament of reconciliation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    People Of Prayer

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 10, 2022
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     | 978 views

    Are we a people of action or a group of whiners? Do we sit and worry, or do we get up and do something about our problems?

    Are we a people of action or a group of whiners? Do we sit and worry, or do we get up and do something about our problems? Zerubbabel had driven the primary group back to Jerusalem in 537 B.C. (Ezra 1:2) Ezra followed with the second gathering in 458 B.C. (Ezra 7) Now, Nehemiah was currently ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible