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When Prayer Doesn’t Change God Series

Contributed by Charles Payne on Oct 31, 2025

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We’ve all heard it — whispered in prayer circles, shouted in pulpits, written on plaques: “Prayer changes things.” And it does. But here’s the misconception that twists this truth: “Prayer changes God.”

MODERN CHRISTIAN MISCONCEPTIONS SERIES “When Prayer Doesn’t Change God” (It Changes You) PROLOGUE We’ve all heard it — whispered in prayer circles, shouted in pulpits, written on plaques: “Prayer changes things.” And it does. But here’s the misconception that twists this truth: “Prayer changes ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-15, Malachi 3:6, Numbers 23:19, Isaiah 38:1, Jonah 3:4, Luke 22:42, Philippians 4:6-7, James 5:16, Romans 12:2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Matter Of Great Importance Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 13, 2004

based on 9 ratings

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A sermon based off of Acts 2:42 and the breaking of bread, depicting the importance of Christian communion each week!

A Matter of Great Importance! Day of Atonement They provided the lamb It is reversed today God provided the Lamb He died once for all This is the single most important event in history We have the opportunity to remember it each week We remind everyone that Jesus died for our sins Acts 2:42; 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Transformed Life

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 20, 2004

based on 25 ratings

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This is the seventh in a series of studies on Ephesians and deals with the hallmarks of a transformed life in Christ.

The Transformed Life Ephesians 4:17-32 As we continue to look at Paul¡¦s message concerning the early church and it¡¦s ministry, tonight we move on to a difficult and much maligned subject. The transformed life. Jesus makes it clear that Salvation is about Change ¡V it is not a magic incantation ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: *other

Jesus Freaks

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

based on 5 ratings

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Jesus followers might be seen as freaks today

Jesus Freaks How did it go yesterday? Let people share about acts of kindness done in Jesus name - lead into today’s text. Overlooked Cripple Background Acts 3 - Read vs. 1-10, 15-16 - why overlooked by Jesus? Now the party’s over - Acts 4:1-3 - 3K then 5K now enough is enough Acts of kindness ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-3, Acts 3:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living As Children Of Light

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Jan 17, 2007

based on 1 rating

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How to live as Children of God

LIVING AS CHILDREN OF LIGHT EPH. 4:20 “You, however, did not come to know Christ that way” INTRO: I. OUR FORMER WAY OF LIFE A. Living as the gentiles –EPH. 1:17” “So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Counterfeit Confessions - Proverbs 28:13, 1 John 1:9

Contributed by David Hart on May 13, 2009

based on 9 ratings

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The Bible Reveals That It Is Possible To Have A Counterfeit Confession, That Is To Confess Your Sin And Still Not Be Right With God!

Pastor David Hart A Biblical Example Of Real Confession Luke 15:11-24 Yet The Bible Reveals That It Is Possible To Have A Counterfeit Confession, That Is To Confess Your Sin And Still Not Be Right With God! Counterfeit Confessions Consider 1. Pharoah - The Horrified Confession Exodus 9:27 Empty ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:13

Denomination: Baptist

Lets Take 2014 One Day At Atime

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 4, 2014

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We must follow God one day at a time for the rest of our lives.

LETS TAKE 2014 ONE DAY AT ATIME Matthew 4:19 And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men. John 10:27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: (1) Talk to God every day. Psalm 86: 3 Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

How Could You Allow This?

Contributed by Anthony Delaney on Sep 13, 2001

based on 118 ratings

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Using the parable of the wheat and the tares, addresses the problem of evil and specifically the terrible events the American people have suffered, with love and prayers from England.

Minute’s silence. None of us can have failed to be moved, shocked, numbed perhaps in disbelief at the sights we’ve seen this week. · The Terror of the events as they unfolded, the graphic images so familiar from action films yet so far removed from real life for most of us- until now. I’m sure ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43, Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Raindrops Are Falling Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 11, 2002

based on 28 ratings

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Rain is a part of life. Into each life a little rain must fall. A refreshing look at the value of life’s rainy days.

Today being the first Sunday in April, I thought it appropriate to talk about April’s showers. You know the saying..."April showers bring May flowers." It’s been very dry here lately and like many of you I am excited by the prospects of rain in the forecast. We all know that rain can be both ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be A Prayer Warrior

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 25, 2004

based on 20 ratings

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to teach the people the importance of being a intercessor

How To Be A Prayer Warrior Ephesians 3:16-19 Primary Purpose: To teach the people the importance of being a intercessor Back in 1993, I got sick with pneumonia. I was so wore out I would get short of breath talking on the phone. I remember a lady named Ruth who called me. She asked me how I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Little Things

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jan 11, 2003

based on 49 ratings

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Song of Solomon 2:15 says, "Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes."

THE LITTLE THINGS Matthew 13:31-33 Introduction: 1. I remember a conversation I once had with a friend of mine that I traveled with—Bill Daab. 2. We were discussing the Christ life and exactly what it means! 3. I remember saying, "Well, I quit doing all the big things that were bad and I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

Word Of God Is Living

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 14, 2006

based on 9 ratings

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Preaching is not the task of “making” scripture come alive; rather it’s “drawing out the life” that’s already in it.

INTRODUCTION A. Look Closely At Hebrews 4:12-13 “For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. And there is no creature ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Listen To A Genuine Love Song

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 1, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Listen to a Genuine Love Song 1) Learn how much God has done for you 2) Learn how much God expects from you

What percentage of songs on the radio is about love? 50%? 75%? 90%? I don’t know the exact percentage but whether it’s rock, pop, or country, I’d say that most songs are about love and relationships. Does this mean that songwriters understand love because they write about it so much? No. Not when ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-7, Matthew 21:33-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Facing A New Year's Realities

Contributed by Ancil Jenkins on Nov 15, 2002

based on 76 ratings

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How to face the challenges of a new year

010597 FACING A NEW YEAR’S REALITIES INTRODUCTION I. A new year revives many mixed feelings. A. to some, there is sadness that the holidays are over. B. To some it is a relief that the holidays are over. C. Some feel a new sense of obligation since tax returns are due. D. Some find this a time of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Truth Or A Lie, Which One Are You Living? Series

Contributed by Charles Hines on Aug 31, 2007

based on 28 ratings

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What is the truth and what is a lie, and how does God view them.

Truth or a lie, which one are you Living? We can only speak two things, either the truth or a lie. Of course the bible encourages us to always speak the truth. I Peter 1:15-16 says, “But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 16Because it is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Church Of God

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