Sermons on Importance Of Prayer:

From The Ashes - Contemplation Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of intentional contemplative prayer in fostering a deep connection with God amidst the busyness of life.

Welcome to week 3 of our From the Ashes Sermon Series as we take a 6-week journey to the cross together. Each week we are looking at a different aspect of Jesus’ life and ministry during His time here on earth. Each week we are getting a glimpse into the abundant life possible in and through ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Topics: Contemplative Prayer, Divine Connection, Intentional Practice

Sermon Series: From The Ashes

The Power Of A Praying Church

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 3, 2003

In order to be An Exhibition of God’s Power thru the Principle of Evangelism, We Must Have An Effectual Prayer Life. I submit to you that basically Acts 4 is an account of A PRAYING CHURCH. In Verses 23-31, Luke records the epitaph of A CHURCH AT PRAYER.

In order to be An Exhibition of God’s Power thru the Principle of Evangelism, We Must Have An Effectual Prayer Life. I submit to you that basically Acts 4 is an account of A PRAYING CHURCH. In Verses 23-31, Luke records the epitaph of A CHURCH AT PRAYER. Some Wonderful Things Happened When This ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31, Acts 4:23-33, Acts 12:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Thin Place Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of "thin places" - special locations where individuals feel particularly close to God - and emphasizes the importance of seeking God in these places, using Psalm 122 as a guiding scripture.

The Seed family was at Forest Home a week ago. Forest Home is a Christian Camp 90 minutes from here in the San Bernardino Mountains. We’ve been going to Family Camp since Bryan and Amy were in elementary school. We love it there. It has mountains, a lake, a creek, a swimming pool, pine trees, oak ...read more

Topics: Thin Places, Prayer, Fellowship

Sermon Series: Psalms For All Seasons

Who? Series

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 31, 2014

My teacher taught me the 5 W’s of Writing: Who, What, Where, When and Why. This series will look at the 5 W's of Prayer. This is the first one...Who?

.WHO? Matthew 6:5-7 When I was in elementary school, my teacher taught me the 5 W’s of Writing. These were five foundational elements of writing anything… especially a report. These five W’s are: Who, What, Where, When and Why. These five W’s have served me well through ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Reason #6, The Spirit Helps Us Pray Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 26, 2002

Our relationship to God is the foundation of our lives, and prayer is what connects us to God. It is an awesome privilege. We don’t always know what to pray for, or even what to say, but God will help us and will satisfy our deepest needs—even the ones

Sermon Series on Romans 8> Reasons to be ENCOURAGED! Reason #6, The Spirit Helps us Pray >Romans 8:26-27 “I do not know of any subject that has caused more perplexity for more Christians than the subject of prayer.” -So commented James Montgomery Boice, Bible teacher and Pastor. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Congregational

Pray For Me

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 30, 2007

An appeal for the church to pray for their pastor.

Ephesians 6:18-20 Pray For Me Woodlawn Baptist Church December 30, 2007 Introduction “It takes prayer in the pulpit and prayer in the pew to make preaching arresting, life-giving, and soul-saving.” Those words were written by E.M. Bounds some 120 years ago in a chapter titled, The Preacher’s Cry: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why Pray? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009

James’ encouagement toward prayer is examined with emphasis on the meaning of the statement "The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much."

Why Pray? James 5:13-18 8-23-09 Intro Have you ever felt like your prayers were not accomplishing anything? There have been times while praying that this thought crossed my mind, “This is a waste of time; nothing is going to change; go do something else.” Is there anybody here that has experienced ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Charismatic

The Divine Connection Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of rest, prayer, and re-connection with God, as exemplified by Jesus in the gospels, for gaining the strength to fulfill our divine purpose and calling.

As we begin today, I want you to imagine this scene in your mind; A seasoned surfer, skillfully riding the waves, perfectly attuned to the rhythm of the ocean. Masterfully watching and waiting as the tide comes in and goes out, all the while, keeping a sharp eye out for that perfect wave. All at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Topics: Divine Connection, Rest And Prayer, Purpose

Winning Communication Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on May 6, 2004

This sermon discusses the need for communication with God in spiritual warfare.

Winning Communication Ephesians 6:10-18, Matthew 26:41, Mark 14:38, Luke 22:46, Matthew 26:36-45, James 5:16 April 25, 2004 I. For the last few weeks I have been talking about the armor of God. A. We have seen where God’s Word says that we are in a battle. 1. There is spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Matthew 26:36-45

Denomination: Baptist

Tithing: One Of The Most Important Responsibilities Of Any True Believer

Contributed by Gilbert Varela on Nov 13, 2007

What does it mean to be stewards? Does it means that we are partially owners, and partially stewards or does it means that there is someone else who owns everything we seem to posses? The question is not who owns what you have, but who is in charge? Who i

Tithing One of the Most important Responsibilities of any true Believer Mat. 23:23-24 23: (Stewardship Day) Una de las mas importantes Responsabilidades del verdadero Creyente Numbers 18:21-32, Malc.3:8-12 Lev. 27:30-33, " ’A tithe of everything from the land, whether grain from the soil or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What’s Wrong With Arguing Over Ministry Importance? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 9, 2016

Our focus must always be on what Christ offers, and what Christ has done. Will we focus on what Christ has done; or still desire our own recognition? It really is a challenge that each of us has to choose … and then follow for life!

What’s wrong with arguing over ministry importance? John 3:22-36 Introduction - The gospel of John screams of the faith that we should have in Christ -- It is the clearest example of living life FOR the one who redeemed you and I - Re: The prophet Isaiah already laid out our ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Training Children, It Is Important To Nip Things Ins The Bud Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock on Parenting

It is one of the deep passions of my life to do all I humanly can, to raise a generation of sold-out-for-God, Bible-loving children and youth. Discipline is vital part of training champions for God. George Washington in a letter to the Virginia Regiment said, “Discipline is the soul of an ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:18

Denomination: Baptist

With So Many Christians Around, Is My Witness Really That Important? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 17, 2015

A look at how each of us are "appointed" by the Lord and the importance of the witness that each of us share.

PAUL'S ROLE: Paul was appointed an apostle. - 1 Timothy 2:7. - Unpack Paul’s unique place in salvation history. HOW MANY CHRISTIANS ARE APPOINTED? All of us. - 1 Corinthians 1:26; 1 Corinthians 12:1-30; 2 Corinthians 5:20; 2 Timothy 1:9. - We are Christ’s ambassadors (2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

7 Of Life's Most Important Questions....how Will You Answer?

Contributed by David Hughes on Sep 8, 2013

There have been a lot of questions written in the Bible. This morning I would like to take 7 of these questions and ask them to you. Answer them in your heart. Allow the Holy Spirit to either confirm or convict your heart if you are living by your answer.

I love to watch game shows. My family and I watch the new Bible trivia game show, The Greatest American Bible Challenge. I watch with anticipation and try to answer the questions before the contestants do. Even though it is just a game show, I believe it is important for us to know the answers to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reasons Why Friendliness Toward All Others Is So Important! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 1, 2010

James warns against showing friendliness to some vistors to the service and then not being as friendly to others as we should.

INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bible to James 2:1&ff. Do you make an effort to shake hands and be friendly with everyone that comes to the services of the church? Or do you just come and go and speak to only a few others? Is there anyone in this building that you haven’t already shook hands with ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ