Sermons on Luke 18:5-8:

A Call To Prayer

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 26, 2007

Jesus told this parable so He might teach us to pray and not faint. That word faint means to lose courage, to lose heart or hope. It means that you won’t want to give up, which speaks of discouragement. The Lord’s only answer for discouragement in life wa

Subject: “A Call to Prayer: The When, How and Why of Prayer” Text: Luke 18:1-8 Introduction: Jesus in Luke 17 concludes the chapter by making the disciples aware of the turbulent times ahead. Jesus describes those days as the days of Lot when sin and sorrow would greatly increase. In verse 32, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Circle Maker 3: Pray Hard Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Nov 15, 2011

The Bible is a promise book and a prayer book. And while reading is reactive, prayer is proactive. Reading is the way you get through the Bible. Prayer is the way you get the Bible through you.

Introduction In standardized math tests, Japanese children consistently score higher than their American counterparts. While some assume that a natural proclivity toward mathematics is the primary difference, researchers have discovered that it may have more to do with effort than ability. In one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strategic Praying Pt. 1

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 2, 2011

Our message this week is entitled, “Strategic praying.” Let us start by looking at the word strategy. Strategy is a tactical or skillful planning adopted for achieving success in an endeavour.

Our message this week is entitled, “Strategic Praying.” Let us start by looking at the word strategy. Strategy is a tactical or skillful planning adopted for achieving success in an endeavour. PAUL, A PRAYER STRATEGIST If you were an avid reader of the Acts of apostles, you would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Pray?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 24, 2011

Prayer is our primary means of seeing God work in others’ lives. Because it is our means of “plugging into” God’s power, it is our means of defeating Satan and his army that we are powerless to overcome by ourselves. Therefore, may God find us often befor

Opening illustration: Three ministers were talking about prayer in general and the appropriate and effective positions for prayer. As they were talking, a telephone repairman was working on the phone system in the background. One minister shared that he felt the key was in the hands. He always ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pray Like You Mean It!

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 31, 2009

Our prayers are affected by the way we understand God. Jesus uses this quirky parable to drive home that God is passionate about humanity and, in particular, your well-being.

Sermon for CATM – November 1, 2009 – “Pray Like You Mean It!” A young man went into a drugstore to buy 3 boxes of chocolate: small, medium, and large. When the pharmacist asked him about the three boxes, he said, “Well, I’m going over to a new girlfriend’s house for supper. Then we’re going out. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Full Of Faith Series

Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Mar 25, 2009

In the hour we live in, we must be full of faith in order to overcome the obstacles we face.

Full Of Faith Luke 18:8 … Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he find faith on the earth? There is no doubt that Jesus Christ is coming again but when He comes again will He find faith on the earth? This is a question that both challenges and convicts us. We need to be full of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Will The Son Of Man Find Faith Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 11, 2007

On this Intrernational Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, when Jesus comes, will He find faith on the earth?

When the Son of Man Comes, Will He Find Faith on the Earth? Luke 18:8 Rev. Brian Bill 11/11/07 Today is Veteran’s Day. Could I ask those of you who have served our country to please stand? Some of you have a son or daughter or spouse or parent in the service right now. Could you please stand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Proper Way To Pray?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 30, 2007

What Is the Proper Way to Pray? 1) Persistently 2) Confidently

Some people hold their hands up to heaven when engaged in this activity. Others get down on their knees. Most fold their hands and close their eyes. Yes, I’m talking about prayer. While prayer has many postures there is only one proper way to pray. Let’s find out from Jesus what the proper way to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Always Pray & Do Not Lose Heart Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 3, 2007

This parable is a teaching from God himself to Always Pray and Do Not Lose Heart. We can see this in the: 1) Exhortation to Pray 2) Example of Prayer and 3) Encouragement for Prayer

There are certain things that you expect in turning up for worship, and others you do not. Everything turned upside down for the membership of Grace Church in San Diego California. Their Church building was totally destroyed by the fires. No doubt you have heard of the trauma of the massive fires ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Other

A Nudge For Your Prayer Life

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 15, 2008

Task: To nudge people back to praying.

This Christmas I traveled to Sun City Center, FL to spend time with my parents and my brother’s family. I love going to see my folks in FL. My wife and I love the beach, the warmer weather, and I always get to go fishing in the bay. I bet you have a favorite place or two as well. Don’t you? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

We Learn To Pray By Praying Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008

What the Church needs today is not more machinery or better,... From the beginning of time, men have prayed, Genesis 4:26. In all types of places, at all times and in every conceivable situation, men have prayed. Christian and heathen alike have spent mas

Illustration: A heart-broken little girl began to kneel and pour out her heart to God in the altar at her local church. She did not know what to say. As she wept speechless, she began to remember what her Father had told her, "God knows your needs even before you pray, and he can answer when you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Whats Wrong With Our Prayers"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 30, 2011

We are stuck in a rote way of praying. This lesson will help you to see how the faith of a child and the persistent widow should teach us how to pray.

There is a great book out on prayer called “A Praying Life” by Paul Miller. One of Paul Miller’s statements in his book says “”Learning to pray doesn’t offer you a less busy life, it offers you a less busy heart.” A lot of times in prayer we think we need ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Jesus Teaching On Prayer Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on May 5, 2012

Sermon #9 in the Preaching of Jesus series deals with Luke 11:1-13, 18:1-14 where Jesus taught about prayer.

Jesus teaching on Prayer Luke 11:1-13; 18:1-14 CHCC: March 4, 2012 INTRODUCTION: It’s Faith in Action Sunday … and the most important action we can take is to PRAY. Prayer brings the power of God into our actions. And prayer is the topic Jesus preached about in the scriptures ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Always Pray, Never Give Up

Contributed by Jon Lipka on May 6, 2012

Praying to God as His sons and daughters is an honor. We should beat down the doors to heaven and seek God's will.

Do you wonder what some of Jesus’ parables mean? Do you ever feel like Jesus’ message is obscure and obtuse? “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of God have been given to you, but to them, I speak in parables” (Lk. 8:10). Well, there is not room for misunderstanding ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Help Is On The Way

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Oct 4, 2011

Jesus reminds us that he always answers prayer of his children in his time so he encourages us to keep on praying and be persistent in our requests because of his promises.

Are you already tired of politics? If so, brace yourself for the next 13 months! A constant theme on the news are the debates and their arguments back and forth – who won the debate? Who is stronger in the polls? It’s a long grueling process. But honestly, a lot of what we hear is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran