Sermons on God Hears Prayer:

The Sinner's Prayer Or The Prayer Of The (Self) Righteous? Luke 18:9-14 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Mar 1, 2014

It is in our weakness God's strength shines through. Only in humility we see our prayers answered.

The Prayer of the Sinner or the Prayer of the (self)-Righteous Video: I’m Perfect (sermoncentral.com) A logician saves the life of a space alien. The alien is very grateful and, since she has knowledge of the whole universe, offers the following reward: she offers to answer any question the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: *other

Can I Count On God For My Practical Needs? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 6, 2025

Some practical encouragement on how to see God provide for our "daily bread" needs.

ON MY OWN? Many Christians don’t count on God to come through but live as though they are on their own. - Matthew 6:11. - Most of us as Christians live as though it is up to us to provide for our lives, without any thought of divine help. - This is proven in a few different ways: a. Our paltry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Sep 15, 2012

In the pages of the OT is the journal of a man who stands as person with vision who rebuilt what was broken. His name is Nehemiah. The name means “the Lord’s comfort.” Vision gives significance to the otherwise meaningless details of our lives. It’s not a

THIS AM WE BEGIN OUR STUDY OF THE BOOK OF NEHEMIAH.EZRA & NEHEMIAH ARE 1 BOOK IN THE HEBREW BIBLE.THERE ARE 3 OT BOOKS- EZRA, NEHEMIAH, ESTHER- WHICH BELONG TOGETHER. THE BACKGROUND OF THE ISRAELITES IN BABYLON- HOW/WHY THEY WERE SENT THERE-GOD SPOKE THRU THE PROPHET JEREMIAH- AND MANY OTHERS- BUT ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Listen

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 28, 2021

The medical professional will tell us to listen to our bodies because it will let us know if something isn’t right that’s the reason, we do self-examinations. The auto mechanic will tell you to listen to your automobile because certain sounds will indicate something is wrong.

Listen By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - As we come towards the end of 2021 and looking forward, to 2022 people are looking for things to be better in the coming year. We long to be able to have what we call normal back. We pray that the Covid pandemic will finally end, that there ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:8, Revelation 2:11, Revelation 2:17, Revelation 2:29, Revelation 3:6, Revelation 3:13, Revelation 3:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

Jesus' Prayer In Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 29, 2022

Jesus was aware that he would be arrested, tortured, dragged into the courts, and sentenced to death by his enemies. Though it was the eternal plan of God for establishing justice and holiness of God. However, Jesus was sorrowful and troubled with friends.

Theme: Carelessness in Prayer Text: Matthew 26:36-46 Greetings: “The Lord is good and his love endures forever.” Context: Jesus was aware that he would be arrested, tortured, dragged into the courts, and sentenced to death by his enemies. Though it was the eternal plan of God for establishing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Methodist

What Shakes When We Pray

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Jan 11, 2017

Prayer still shakes up our lives when we receive God’s power.

Title: Prayer: What Shakes When We Pray? Place: BLCC Date: 1/15/22 Text: Acts 16.16-33 [Screen 1] FAS: Television interviewer and journalist Larry King describes three farmers who gather daily in a field during a horrible drought. The men are down on their knees, looking upward, and praying the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-33

Denomination: Christian Church

Jealous For The Name

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on May 29, 2018

Jesus teaches to long for the name of God to be held in esteem.

I THINK I MUST HAVE BEEN in the fourth or fifth grade, and I’d come into the proud ownership of a brand new baseball. I mean, it was the real deal. The core was firm, the skin was tight, the threads were prominent and taut. It even had the word “Official” on it. It was a gem. So I got up a game ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stop, Drop, And... Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 6, 2013

Fire safety campaigns have done a great job of preparing children for emergencies through their slogan, 'Stop, Drop, and Roll.' The apostle Paul had a similar slogan.

“Connected: Stop, Drop, and…” Rom. 1:8-10; 1 Thess. 5:12-28 Fire safety campaigns have done a great job of helping people be prepared for emergencies. Their campaign slogan of “Stop, Drop, and Roll” has been indelibly burned into the minds of children so in the event ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Draw Near To God (Ii)

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009

Sermon uses the layout of the Tabernacle to draw instruction on how to draw near to God.

How to Draw Near to God (II) James 4:8 4-19-09 Intro A couple of weeks ago we talked about drawing near to God. James 4:8 tells us to do that: “Draw near to God and He will draw near to you....” I’m glad that verse is a promise as well as a command. God promises to draw near to us if we will draw ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Charismatic

Jehoshaphat’s Powerful Prayers

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 28, 2018

Jehoshaphat prayed a prayer which moved the heart of God and had the equivalent effect of a nuclear bomb on an invading army. Let's learn from him!

JEHOSHAPHAT’S POWERFUL PRAYERS 2 Chron. 20:1-25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. It's always curious to hear kids pray. They say what we’d like to say -- but never would! 2. Listen to these prayers: "DEAR GOD... a. "Could you please give my brother some brains? So far he doesn't have any." Angela, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Did You See Jesus Walking?

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Apr 1, 2011

Jesus is showing us the path of life, and He wants us to see Him while we are on this journey. Just like Moses had to turn when he saw the burning bush, God wants us to see and turn from the direction we are going and to follow Him.

Did You See Jesus Walking? Psalm 16:11 Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. I am entitling this today: “Did you see Jesus walking?” In Psalm 16:1 we see where David is asking God to preserve him; He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

National Day Of Prayer, Guide

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 10, 2008

The Best way to pray for our nations is to pray according to the written Word of God.

National Day of Prayer, Biblical Guide Praise: “Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the sheep of His pasture. Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. For the LORD is good and His love ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Pray The Prayer Of Faith!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 6, 2017

THE FORMULA FOR PRAYING THE PRAYER OF FAITH. DO IT AND SEE WHAT GOD WILL DO FOR YOU!

HOW TO PRAY THE PRAYER OF FAITH! FIRST: Who can first pray the prayer of faith? Answer: The righteous person. James 5:15-16 (KJV) 15 And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him. 16 Confess your ...read more

"Pray And The Red Sea Will Part For You Too" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 31, 2014

We put too much stock in pleasing man instead of God. This lesson will show the benefits and peace that we will receive when our allegiance changes.

The Ultimate Decision July 31, 2014 Years ago I was doing a project with the Beach Boys and Circle K Stores. I was working with a friend and record producer out of Las Vegas. It was fun to meet the Beach Boys and watch from Backstage some of their concerts. That is why when this record producer ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30

Daniel's Pattern For Prayer

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Feb 9, 2004

Many of us have been taught to pray our entire lives. Daniel 9 shows us how he prayed? What is Daniel’s pattern for prayer? There are 4 points that Daniel implemented into his prayer life that we need to have in ours.

Title: Daniel’s Pattern For Prayer Text: Daniel 9-10 Pray!!! Introduction: - Many of us have been taught to pray our entire lives. We have heard other people pray and I am sure we have heard countless messages concerning the topic. - Many of us have been taught to pray our entire lives. It ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal