Sermons on Lifestyle Of Prayer:

Prayer 2- Devote Yourselves To Prayer Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 3, 2003

A sermon at the start of a series on prayer, given at a Covenant (re-dedication) service

“Devote yourselves to prayer”, “pray continually” Col 4:2, 1Th5:17 Covenant service 5 Jan 2003 pm In his book Living Life on Purpose, Greg Anderson shares the story of one man’s journey to joy: ... his wife had left him and he was completely depressed. He had lost faith in himself, in other ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2, 2 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Elements Of Prayer (#2 Of Series On Prayer) Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 25, 2005

Prayer must include praise, provision, pardon, protection and people.

The Elements of Prayer (Matthew 6: 13-19) Intro. A. In our previous lesson, we have discussed the essentiality of prayer. I hope it has encouraged you to be more prayerful and also to be persistent in prayer. B. For today’s lesson, we will study the important elements of prayer. C. First, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hindrances Of Prayer (#4 Of Series On Prayer) Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 25, 2005

We tend to pose a big "why" to God when our prayers are not answered. The problem is not with God, but with us.

The Hindrances of Prayer Intro. 1) We believe that God has not changed in the passing of time. He is the same God who remains faithful to His words; He is the same God who answers the prayers of His people today as much as He answered the prayers of the O.T & N.T saints. 2) I heard hundreds of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1. Simple Prayer And Prayer Of The Ordinary Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020

I first put this Lenten address together in 2008, and when the Vicar's wife said she found it good and thought it should go on "Sermoncentral" - so who was I to disagree. I offer this series as a help and it is based on Richard Foster's excellent book Prayer

Introduction. This series on Prayer is based on Richard Foster’s BRILLIANT book simply called "Prayer". If you want to study Prayer seriously it is a book you must read. Story: This series of studies came out a time of retreat at Mariastein, near Basle in Switzerland in October last ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-15, Jeremiah 20:7-10, James 2:14-18

Denomination: Anglican

Prayer Of Examen & Prayer Walking

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 16, 2022

God wants to hear from us and He wants us to listen closely to Him. Try some of these methods and see what a difference it makes in your prayer life.

So far on Wednesday nights we have looked in detail at preparing ourselves to pray. We have looked at Breath Prayer, Contemplative prayer, Disciplined or Centering Prayer. Tonight, I want to take just a few moments and talk about the Prayer of Examen and then just a little bit about Prayer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1, 1 Corinthians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Lifestyle Principles Sermon Vi: Celebrating The Glory Of The Lord As Revealed Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 22, 2020

In times of crisis, God's people remember the LORD their God and the glory of the LORD as revealed by His Works and His Word!

CELEBRATING THE GLORY OF THE LORD AS REVEALED BY HIS WORKS AND HIS WORD Church Fellowships were popular during my teen years when we came to know the Lord intimately and desired to keep company with like-minded peers . . . focused on doing “all things through Christ who ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12, Nehemiah 12:27-31

These Dry Bones

Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 6, 2008

Revival starts with me… and with you. It starts in a quiet place after having drawn a circle around ourselves in chalk and asking God to begin the revival within that circle!

These Dry Bones, Ezekiel 37:1-14 Introduction The famed American Evangelist and Pastor, D.L. Moody, would tell a remarkable incident in connection with an early visit to London. He had gone there for a visit. He was unknown in London, hence he did not expect to preach; but a little while after ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 37:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

A Life Worth Living Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

God created us to live a high caliber life that finds expression upward and outward.

A Life worth Living Ephesians 4:1-16 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Intro: 1st 3 chapters of Ephesians focused on doctrine. The 2nd 3 move to exhortation or encouragement, charging or challenging the believers to live up to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Devoted To Jesus

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009

A lot of Christians give preference to someone or something in their lives over what should be the most important thing in their life, Jesus. So in effect, they don’t make Jesus their life but rather have just added Jesus to their lives. But when you deci

Devoted to Jesus Matthew 4:18-20, 9:9 Isobel Kuhn was an author and missionary to China, and was married to John, a man just as strong willed and stubborn as she was. The two had many conflicts throughout the years of their marriage. One had to do with their cook who prepared their meals. John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Methodist

A Tale Of Two Cities Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 20, 2010

This passage provides a clear contrast between the citizens of Mount Zion and the citizens of Babylon in their citizenship requirements, lifestyle and final destiny.

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair… So ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Guarding The Church's Reputation Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Aug 20, 2007

4th in a series from 1 Timothy. Because God wants purity in the lives of Christians to draw others to the truth of His love, we must take spiritual infections seriously!

Sermon Notes Lessons for a Healthy Church: Guarding the Church’s Reputation 1 Timothy 3:14-4:16 Introduction: A long running ad campaign for a particular brand of soap declares that it is “99 44/100% Pure.” Pure what? How did it get that way? Did it just happen by chance? Does nature produce bars ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fruit - #5 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 13, 2012

This culture is longing for an authentic view of Christianity and God demands it. This series paints a picture of the Authentic Christian.

Fruit Authentic Christianity - #5 of 7 Jerry Watts John 15:1-8 * Consider this conversation between a farmer and his tree. * FARMER: Good morning tree! How are you doing today? * TREE: Just fine, farmer! My, isn't it a lovely morning? * FARMER: Yes, it is. Except for one thing--where is your fruit? ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Walking For Our Life As A Follower Of Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 27, 2015

This message looks at the christian walk as a lifestyle

WALKING FOR OUR LIFE AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST Philippians 3:16-19 however, let us keep living by that same standard to which we have attained. 17  Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who walk according to the pattern you have in us. 18  For many walk, of whom I often told you, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ways To Live Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2014

James contrasts two kinds of wisdom.

Most of us probably know some people whose lives always seem to be in chaos and disorder. It seems like they are always just moving from one crisis to the next. And we also know other people who face equally difficult circumstances and yet have lives that are peaceful. As we continue our study in ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Love Does Not Condone But Love Loves

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 29, 2019

How many people will be in Hell because we chose not to win them or told them that some sin we deemed unpardonable blocked them from coming to Him?

2 Peter 1:4 Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust. 5 And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; 6 And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4-9

Denomination: Baptist