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  • Jonathan Russell avatar

    The Prayer Before The Cross

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Sep 14, 2007
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     | 4,251 views

    Examining Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane

    The prayer Jesus prayed in the Garden, shortly before his death, reveal to us three characteristics of his life. 1. We notice his SORROW (v. 36-38) A. He was "sorrowful" (v. 37b-38): grived to the point of distress B. He was "very heavy" (v. 37c): full of heaviness C. He was "sore amazed" (Mk. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • R. David Reynolds avatar

    Becoming A Church Of Prayer

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Sep 21, 2007
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    The Jerusalem Church in Acts 2 "devoted thesmelves to ptayer." This messages presents to our local congregation how God is calling us to follow in their steps today.

    Becoming a Church of Prayer --Acts 2:42-47 Sam Walter Foss was a New England poet in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. His wife was a minister’s daughter, and their Church was College Avenue Methodist Church in Somerville, Massachusetts [SOURCE: ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 22, 2007
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     | 8,458 views

    God has specific plans for your life, but our priority is following His broader will which reflects His desire for every believer. Paul informs us that is is God’s will that we practice three habits; when we do, they have positive consequences on our

    Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful (I Thessalonians 5:16-18) 1. A young fellow by the name of Sammy liked to hang out at Mom and Pop’s Grocery Store. Pop didn’t know what Sammy’s problem was, but the other boys would tease him all the?time, calling him Slow Sammy, and punching him on the shoulder as they ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mike Hullah avatar

    Elijah - The Power Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Mike Hullah on Oct 23, 2007
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     | 19,011 views

    Elijah was a praying man. This sermon gives three keys to confident prayer. 1. God is Alive. 2. Believers stand before God in Prayer. 3. The Authority of Gods Word.

    THE ELIJAH CHURCH A PRAYING CHURCH 1 Kings 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite, of the inhabitants of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the LORD God of Israel lives, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, except at my word.” James 5:17-18 Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Charles Whitmire avatar

    Pursuing Gold: Prayer Series

    Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Aug 17, 2008
     | 2,911 views

    This is the first in an Olympic Themed series of messages on the spritual disciplines.

    This week we are starting a new Olympic themed series called Pursuing Gold. I’m sure many of you, lime me, watched in awe last night as the USA men brought home another swimming Gold. Their relay win also gave Michael Phelps his eighth gold medal of these games - the most ever by any one person in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim HBC avatar

    Always Answered Prayers Series

    Contributed by Tim Hbc on Aug 19, 2008
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    If I pray hard enough, can I get whatever I want? Principles of always answered prayers...

    Introduction Are there 3 types of people here this morning? The first type... “The spiritual optimist”. When he looks at verses 7 &8 he says, "Yeah! Ask and you WILL receive – God will give me whatever I want if I have enough faith!!! If I pray hard enough! That job, that spouse, that health, that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    The Prayer Life Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
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    Part 9:The Great Commission - Jesus teaches in all things, and His prayer life should be an example for us who call ourselves His followers.

    The Great Commission Part 9 – Jesus’ Prayer Life Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org : www.TruthDigest.org ANNOUNCEMENTS Mar 16th Morning Service Palm Sunday – Special Service that morning (not series) Mar 24th – 28th 7:00PM Week of Renewal – “Discover your Spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Aaron Kilbourn avatar

    Prayer & Praise In The Storm

    Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Sep 9, 2008
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     | 12,955 views

    Even though times were devastating, Habakkuk praised God for being a merciful and just God, but he still believed salvation was coming. No matter what God, is here for you and he’s coming. He’s getting ready and He’s behind all the changes you face

    Can you remember one of the first Sunday School songs you learned? (Wait for response.) Back in Janesville, Wisconsin one of the first songs I remember was, “Jesus Loves Me”. My Mom sang it with me. I also remember my mom teaching me the Lord’s prayer when I was 4 or 5. I still have memories ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Andrews avatar

    When Prayers Are Answered Series

    Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 15, 2008
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     | 5,170 views

    When we look at answered prayer, do we wonder if the prayer will be answered?

    When Prayers Are Answered Sermon by CH(CPT) Keith J. Andrews All scriptures marker ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001. Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. Several years ago the was a book called, “the prayer of Jabez.” I have not read the book, so I won’t give you a critique on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Jesus' Prayer Of Intercession

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,750 views

    What is oftentimes thought of a the model prayer is really a prayer that Jesus prayed for all believers.

    JESUS’ PRAYER OF INTERCESSION John 17:1-26 INTRO: We often think of the Model Prayer as being the Lord’s Prayer, but it isn’t. The prayer that was the Lords’ is the prayer found in John 17. Let’s examine a few things about this prayer. I. THERE ARE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Ibeleme avatar

    The Blessing Of United Prayer

    Contributed by David Ibeleme on Jun 30, 2008
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     | 6,018 views

    Helping believers understand the value of corporate prayer

    The Blessing of United Prayer Bishop David Ibeleme Scriptures encourage believers to come together especially in prayer - Acts 2:41ff. This type of prayer which involves a congregation or a group of believers is also called Congregational or Corporate Prayer. It is operated through the principle ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Aaron Kilbourn avatar

    Praying The Powerful Prayer

    Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Jul 1, 2008
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     | 4,426 views

    There are many things that people pray for, but are we praying for things that really matter? Are willing to let God work through us as we pray?

    John 14:12 – 14 reads, “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father. And whatever you ask in My name, that I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask anything in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nakia Smith avatar

    The Answer To Unanswered Prayers

    Contributed by Nakia Smith on Mar 21, 2008
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     | 13,721 views

    Have you ever prayed and prayed about a situation, but seemed as if God never heard you and if He did…He didn’t answer?

    Have you ever prayed and prayed about a situation, but seemed as if God never heard you and if He did…He didn’t answer? Which makes you wonder if there is something that has blocked you from your breakthrough in prayer. Could it be sin? Could it be the lack of faith? Or could it just be you? ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • David King avatar

    The God That Answers Prayers

    Contributed by David King on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,552 views

    Prayer is the life line of believers. It is a life-time engagement for all the wayfarers on the road of life. The journey is long and the road is windy but with every step is the comforting presence of the One who promised, "I will never leave or forsak

    THE GOD THAT ANSWERS PRAYERS Jer. 33: 1-3: “Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not. “ “When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream. Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David King avatar

    Coming To The Altar Of Prayer

    Contributed by David King on Apr 24, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 32,062 views

    If you will not faint you must pray. If you must pray then, you must pray aright. Nothing on earth is more frustrating than to invest in prayers that have no profit.

    COMING TO THE ALTAR OF PRAYER To every believer in Christ, prayer is a life-long business. Jesus commanded men to always pray and not to faint. Lk.18:1. Paul admonished all believers to pray without ceasing. 1Thess.5: 17. Prayer is dependence of earth on heaven. It is involvement ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational