Sermons on Jacob Wrestled In Prayer:

Praying For A Plan Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 13, 2013

Nehemiah knew and understood that the enormous task set before him was impossible on his own, but with God he had faith it could be done... So Nehemiah prayed toward a plan

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 10, 2013 Date Preached: January 13, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building with God Sermon Title: Praying Toward A Plan Sermon Text: Nehemiah 2:1-8 [ESV] Introduction: Last week I asked the question, “Have ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"Don't Blame God" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 13, 2014

Many times we blame God but it is the evil powers in the heavenly realms that we need to pray for protection from.

The Ultimate Decision August 13, 2014 I told you of our son Chase talking about the Three Stooges in the Post Office. There is one thing he likes to say over and over again from Shemp. Shemp says “Strange happenings , thats strange”. When I was 14 I played on a freshman basketball ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11

Experiencing Forgiveness “forgive Us” Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 13, 2014

Becoming a Person of Prayer, part 7 Experiencing forgiveness “Forgive us”

Becoming a Person of Prayer, part 7 Experiencing forgiveness “Forgive us” Matthew 6:9-15; Luke 11:1-4 December 19, 2010 We have spent several weeks looking at a tool and a strategy to be more effective in our prayer lives. When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Borewells

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 15, 2014

Praying at all times! Praying with perseverance! I’m not talking about a dull, sleepy, flippant and quick prayer, I’m talking about praying till it pains.

Borewells! Day 37 of 40 days of fasting! Ephesians 6:18 ‘praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints..’ Praying at all times! Praying with perseverance! I’m not talking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Need Daddy!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 8, 2013

I want someone to crave for God that way! Kick and scream not for goodies, not for cookies, not for gifts, not for blessings, not for healing but just to be in His Arms!

I don’t need mom – I need Daddy! Exodus 33:18:”Lord,….Please, show me Your glory…!” Let this message set you on fire for God! The little adorable kids of our Abide Angel Home come very early in the morning to stay with us the whole day: they would play, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Avenge Me Of Mine Adversary! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jul 14, 2013

Never give up praying and interceding before God for he loves your importunity!

I have read many books on prayer including all E M Bounds books on the topic. Recently I read a book called “Unrelenting Prayer” by a man called Bob Sorge. Bob Sorge was a pastor and worship leader, who several years ago, suffered an accident to his throat. Can you think of anything ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's A Man To Do? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 21, 2013

The men of a congregation are to provide leadership in public prayer.

“I desire then that in every place the men should pray, lifting holy hands without anger or quarreling.” [1] Males receive bad press in this present day. Social engineers, many thoroughly indoctrinated in feminist philosophies, appear determined to ensure that little boys will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Hallowed Be Thy Name Series

Contributed by Jason Winters on Aug 24, 2013

focusing on 3rd statement of the Lord's Prayer

Hallowed Be Thy Name Matthew 6:9 Opening ILL/ Dialog: Job - many problems. Cattle, sheep, kids - DEAD. day 1 wife - “curse God and die” Friends - came condemning Job for “???” Job - one major flaw his tongue Job cried out... (3:1) Eliphaz the Temanite ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Father Series

Contributed by Jason Winters on Aug 24, 2013

1st in a series on praying through the Lord's prayer

Our Father Luke 11:2 Opening Narrative about the “prodigal son” Broken man - age undecernable, unkempt. stumbling and mumbling along a lonely road “No skill, no right, but please give me a job Flashback - Putrid smell of the farm Previous position afforded him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Boiler-Room

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 2, 2013

Prayer Is the boiler room to bring our nation back to God.

John Wesley said the following about Prayer "Prayer is where the action is." " E. M. Bounds "Prayer is not learned in a classroom but in the closet. William Law “He who has learned to pray has learned the greatest secret of a holy and happy life." Martin Luther. “Prayer is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Methodist

Pray 3 Times A Day

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To show that we need to pray more frequently with primary goals in mind as we commune with GOD, we become like Him, not to be heard because that's our secondary goal.

I. EXORDIUM: How many times do you pray? Countless times. Whenever I'm alone I pray in tongues or whenever in daily devotions. I still need to frequent my prayer more times as the day is nearing. Matthew 6:8 (Amplified Bible) 6:8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Changing Your World?

Contributed by Jesse Yon Fong on Dec 22, 2011

Nehemiah was a man of prayer. A man with a heavy heart because something in his world was unchanged. Nehemiah 1:1-4

The Bible is full of them, from Moses all the way to Paul, every single one of them changed their world around them. I have many favourite stories in the Bible but the most amazing one I have read yet is about a man named Nehemiah. Nehemiah wasn’t a priest, prophet, warrior, or a king, he was ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dark Past Bright Future

Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 17, 2012

With life there comes many challenges and for some there are more challenges than others. Perhaps someone was unwanted at birth, a problems child or born into a family of abuse. There is a opportunity for that person to have a bright future.

Dark Past Bright Future 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Last week in studying the life of Moses we saw how his parents played an important role in his life. Moses was put in an idea environment with all the potentials to produce greatness. Perhaps you did not have parents like Moses or even more so raised ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

When It's Hard To Pray, Pray Harder!" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 20, 2012

It would be my guess that the most powerful prayer that Jonah ever prayed was in the belly of a fish. It’s possible that the most powerful prayer you have ever prayed was when you were in trouble as well. If crisis drives us to pray that's a good thing!

When it’s hard to pray, Pray Harder! Jonah 2:1-10 Sometimes what you think might do you in will be the one thing that saves you. Sometimes the worst possible thing that can happen to you is exactly what you need. Sometimes the thing you fear the most is the very thing that will turn your ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

To Be Faithful Like Daniel Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 7, 2011

How can we be faithful like Daniel?

Hebrews 11:6 states, “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.” Do we believe in God? Do we desire a good life? Faith is the key to life! God tells us in His Word, Christians are ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible