Sermons on Intense Prayer:

Pray For Justice Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 2, 2018

While Scripture reveals that God is loving, merciful, and gracious—a savior of repentant sinners, one truth about Him that is decidedly unpopular today is that He is a God of vengeance against those who reject Him and salvation in His Son.

Observing common perceptions, it has been said that God created humanity in His image and humanity has returned the favor. People have created gods in whatever form pleases them to accommodate their sinful lifestyles. God rebuked such foolish people in Psalm 50:21: “You thought that I was just like ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:9-11

Denomination: Other

How To Pray For Your Pastor Series

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Jan 29, 2016

How to pray for you pastor to have the right words to say, and the boldness to say it.

How Disheartened, Discouraged, Confused, Pastor Tom retreated to his aging min-van. The emergency meeting of the Administrative board had gone worse than he expected. “Something has to change,” blurted out Sister Mary, self appointed spokes person for the choir, “We have heard ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:19-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Mountain Top Truths

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 3, 2016

Theme: Christ's Transfiguration Proposition: Luke shares with us the importance of 1. Prayer (individual and corporate) 2. Christ's True Mission of Salvation 3. True Discipleship - LISTEN TO HIM!

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36; Exodus 34:29-35 and Ps. 99 Theme: Christ's Transfiguration Proposition: Luke shares with us the importance of 1. Prayer 2. Christ's Mission and 3. Our Call to Discipleship INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father and Jesus Christ His Son who came to take away ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Nazarene

The Faith Of Jabez Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 3, 2016

This sermon looks at the faith of Jabez when he prayed. There are five points: 1. Jabez had a life of FAITH 2. Jabez prayed for God to BLESS him 3. Jabez prayed to have MORE than he had 4. Jabez prayed to have God’s PRESENCE in his life 5. Jabez prayed for God’s PROTECTION

The Faith of Jabez Did you know that God never meant for us to live an average life. He has designed us for excellence. He has created us for success. He wants us to live above the norm. Each one of us is uniquely created by Him and for Him. Instead of being one in a million, you’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Servant Is Listening

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016

A sermon that considers the 2-way nature of prayer, rather than just approaching it as a time for God to listen to us.

On January 4, 1987, Oral Roberts launched his most notable campaign to date. He told his followers that if he didn’t raise a total of 8 million dollars by March, God was going to take his life. Comparing himself to the apostle Paul, Roberts begged not to let Satan defeat him. "God" he said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Up From The Grave

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 25, 2016

1) Praise for the Resurrection (Psalm 30:1-5), 2) Prayer for the Resurrection (Psalm 30:6-12)

We come to this weekend to mourn. And then we celebrate. But celebrating seems difficult, if not impossible, when Brussels is in mourning. Ankara has suffered a similar fate. Yemen is in flames, while the long, desperate strangulation of Syria and Iraq continues. How can we celebrate in the midst ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Other

Learning How To Pray! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 9, 2016

Part 4 of a series on having conversations with God, called Prayer!

Conversations with God - A prayer Lifestyle 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 May 1, 2016 For the past 3 weeks we’ve been looking at some very difficult conversations we have with God. We’ve looked at situations where God may say NO, times when God seems to be late or slow to respond, and times ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Glimpses Of Grace Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 8, 2017

As Jesus ministered among men, He showed great love, grace, and compassion. Whether it was a private moment, or a very public moment, Jesus always responded in power and grace. He continues to meet our needs according to His gracious provision.

Glimpses of Grace Mark 1: 29-39 The rapid pace of events continues as we progress through Mark’s Gospel. Jesus and the disciples have left the synagogue and immediately entered the house of Simon Peter and Andrew, his brother. This would not be a leisurely afternoon. Upon arriving Jesus begins ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Baptist

We Are All Called To Be Intercessors

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on May 11, 2017

How should Believers conduct themselves as citizens of their community? Paul gives sound guidance on this topic.

I Timothy 2:1 "I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, [and] giving of thanks, be made for all men;" Paul is now giving some last minute instruction to Timothy. "Supplications" in the verse above, means prayers, or requests. In this particular usage, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

They Devoted Themselves

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 23, 2021

Like the early church, we need to be devoted to the three pillars of the Word, fellowship and prayer.

They Devoted Themselves Text: Acts 2:42 Introduction 1. Illustration: Recently Tina and I traveled to Ohio for my brother-in-law’s funeral. He was a lifelong farmer who fought cancer courageously for over 12 years. At his funeral, two of my nieces got up and talked about their Dad. They said that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Methodist

Rooted In Love

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jul 26, 2021

What's the organizing principle of the Christian's life? Paul explains in Eph. 3.

Rooted in Love 2021 Summer Series / Ephesians 3:14–21   • Road trip, packing. So “dad proud” of the initial packing job in the Tahoe. • Less proud after 1st night’s stop. Not nearly so compact and efficient. • Trip home - tired, more junk we picked up while away. Nothing fit like it was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Ephesians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Greatness.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 5, 2021

At that place, David song and wrote. He spent a lot of nights listening to his flock, and His God. David had his share of battle’s, He had fought and won over a bear, and a lion.

Greatness. Psalm 35:1-10TPT Ron wasn't having a good week. His new job had thrust him in the midst of some people who were foul mouth, rude, and obnoxious. Ron is one tough guy, but after two months of working in that environment, he wasn't sure he could tolerate any more ungodly, uncouth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 35:1-10, 1 John 5:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hindered

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Aug 16, 2021

6 areas where we can be hindered in life. Children can be hindered, worship can be hindered, fear can hinder us, offerings can be hindered, spiritual hearing can be hindered, and finally prayer can be hindered.

Hindered PPT 1 Message Title/pic A picture says a thousand words. In this case it is a sad story. (The PowerPoint picture was of a person will a ball and chain attached to their ankle, hindering their movement.) Today we are going to talk about hindrances. First, I will show God Himself can be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:18, Galatians 5:7, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Battle Gear

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Aug 24, 2021

There's a war going on. And we're in it.

Battle Gear 2021 Summer Series / Ephesians 6:10–20   • We seem to be approaching the end of a 20 year military conflict in the Middle East. • No matter your opinion of whether or not that was a good idea, it’s undeniable that we’ve gotten used to America being at war. • We have a whole ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There Is No Gods Blessings If You Don't Pray. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 30, 2021

Prayer is the backbone of a Christian's daily life with the Almighty God.

Prayer is the backbone of a Christian's daily life with the Almighty God. Prayer interfaces us to God, supplication is a functioning method to adore and connect with others, and supplication makes room in the implorer's heart for God's rectifying voice. The Bible says to "Pray ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:2-4, 1 Timothy 2:1