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  • David Wilson avatar

    An Answered Prayer From A Cave

    Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 7, 2016
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     | 9,755 views

    David's emotional outpouring as he hides in a cave, with Saul closing in... is heard and answered by God.

    Psalm 142 The first thing we see in this Psalm is the descriptive label placed over it in English translations. When written in the Hebrew, these descriptions would actually have been part of the Psalm and so should be carefully considered when studying these Psalms out. We are told that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How's Our Prayer Life? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 18, 2016
     | 4,140 views

    we have a lot of work to do with our prayer lives

    Next week, we will wrap up our study of the Letter by James. Today we will learn more about prayer. But before we read our passage, let us define prayer. Turn briefly with me to Matthew 6…. Read along with me v5-13…. Based on Matthew 6:5-13, what is godly prayer?? • Not to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Greg Bond avatar

    Our Pattern For Daily Prayer" Series

    Contributed by Greg Bond on Dec 28, 2009
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     | 5,458 views

    The Lord’s Pattern for prayer divided into 5 segments for easy study for the new or advanced Christian.

    Mat 6:9-13 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. (10) Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. (11) Give us this day our daily bread. (12) And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. (13) And lead us not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Prayer & Evangelism #4 Of 5 Series

    Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Dec 31, 2009
     | 4,070 views

    Amazingly, the Scripture speaks little of praying for individuals to place their faith in Jesus Christ! Why is this? What exactly are we to pray for?

    Outline for CBF Nov. 1, 2009 Intro. I. No where in the Bible are we specifically commanded to pray for the salvation of individuals! TS. Yet... II. We are told and shown that we ought to be praying for evangelism and outreach. - Paul both asked for prayer for himself and others sharing ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Randy Bataanon avatar

    7 Elements To The Power Of Prayer

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Aug 18, 2010
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     | 129,399 views

    If God is all powerful, if God loves me and He knows all my needs, If God knows what I want even before I open my mouth, then why do I have to pray?

    WHY SHOULD BELIEVERS PRAY? INTRODUCTION If God is all powerful, if God loves me and He knows all my needs, If God knows what I want even before I open my mouth, then why do I have to pray? MAN LOST DOMINION Dictionary: Power, authority, control, rule, management, regime Gen 1:26 Then God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    God Answers Prayer, But Not Always.

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 10, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,516 views

    We all know the reality of unanswered prayer, but do we know the why of unanswered prayer?

    God Answers Prayer, But Not Always Lends a whole new meaning to “I’m praying for you” doesn’t it? Prayer helps us feel closer to God, more connected to the church and extremely guilty if it is perceived that we don’t do it enough or correctly. And this is one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Prayer Lessons From Martyrs Series

    Contributed by Henry Nwaneri on Oct 11, 2010
     | 3,985 views

    When your life becomes a prayer, in life and in death

    LESSONS FROM MARTYRS “ Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints.” ( Psalm 116:15) Since the stoning to death of Stephen in the book of Acts, hundreds and thousands of many more Christians like him have met the fate that he did: Martyrdom. Jesus himself talked a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    Descriptive Greeting Continued - The Prayer Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 12, 2010
     | 4,016 views

    Paul prays for mercy, peace, and love.

    Intro: 1. MacDonald, "The greeting is peculiarly suited to those who were facing the onslaught of those whose aim was to subvert their faith. Mercy means God's compassionate comfort and care for His beleaguered saints in times of conflict and stress. Peace is the serenity and confidence that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good News About Prayer

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 1, 2013
     | 2,518 views

    Everything about Jesus and what he has done for us is a message of Good news. Jesus has brought us good news in our prayer lives because of what he had done on the cross.

    *THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT PRAYER* MATTHEW 7:7 – 11 INTRODUCTION 1.) For several weeks we have been looking at the good news of a relationship with Jesus Christ. 2.) Some of the best news that ever came from the lips of our Saviour concerns our privilege that we have of entering ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    The Lord's Prayer - A Conversation With God

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 18, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,776 views

    I'm not sure where I found this, but it's a prayer by a man and his ensuing conversation with God based on the Lord's Prayer.

    LORD’S PRAYER SERMON/DRAMA April 1, 2001 “Our Father which art in heaven.....” GOD: Yes? What is it? Excuse me, I’m praying. GOD: Ooh. “Our Father which art in heaven.....” GOD: Hello, I’m here. “Can you wait until I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Jesus' Prayer For The Church Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 4, 2013
    based on 10 ratings
     | 27,260 views

    A sermon examining Jesus' High Priestly Prayer.

    JESUS’ HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER (Part 3 – Jesus’ Prayer For His Church) John 17:20-26 In John 15 Jesus called the Disciples His friends. Because they were His friends He prayed for them. Ultimately Jesus would lay down His life for His friends. John chapter 17 is truly a beautiful passage, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Peter Toy avatar

    Prayer - The Power That Changes The World Series

    Contributed by Peter Toy on Jul 5, 2013
     | 7,361 views

    Do you want to see the power of God at work in your life and in the lives of others? Do you want to be used by God to change the world? Then, pray.

    Prayer – The Power That Changes the World – James 5:13-20 (Part 2) Sept. 16, 2012 Prayer is the power that changes the world. Sam Chadwick wrote, "The one concern of the devil is to keep Christians from praying. He fears nothing from prayer-less studies, prayer-less work, prayer-less ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Prayer For Those Who Govern Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 6, 2013
     | 6,396 views

    Reviewing the response of believers when they no longer represent the majority views in society.

    “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Paul's Prayer To The Thessalonian Church

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 12, 2013
     | 3,950 views

    To enumerate what we should pray for our brethren.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do we pray for the love and heart of our brethren? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate what we should pray for our brethren. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13 (Amplified Bible) And may the Lord make you to increase and excel and overflow in love for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • William Wyne avatar

    A Prayer In Beginning A New Year

    Contributed by William Wyne on Feb 28, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,463 views

    The believers focus in facing the unknown.

    You can begin the New Year however you choose to, you were made that way by a sovereign God to choose the path of your attitude and action that you desire. However the outcome is often intrinsically tied to your choices. Because every choice we make has an end result, good, bad, or indifferent. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist