Sermons on Matthew 6:5-13:

Excellent Prayer

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Jun 26, 2008

Practical steps to the prayer God desires...

When You Pray, Matthew 6:5-8 Introduction In 1992 I had the privilege of visiting South Korea. I was leading a ministry team that was challenging Koreans to get involved in world mission. We visited many churches. And whatever the Koreans learnt from our team, I can tell you that we probably ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Sweet Will Of God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Jun 30, 2008

"Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven".

TEXT “Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven”. INTRODUCTION We cannot pray this prayer unless we are prepared to do God’s will in our own lives. 1. CHRIST DID THE WILL OF GOD Luke 22:42 "Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done". ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

The Ideal Father

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 30, 2008

Father’s Day message focusing on the characteristics of our perfect heavenly father with applicaton to our earthly fathers. It was actually a summation of a serious on the Fatherhood of God.

“The Ideal Father” Father’s Day 2008 Introduction A year ago we took the time to look at the characteristics of a perfect father and then discovered that our Heavenly Father exhibits all of them. I saved the summarizations of that series for today’s message in hopes of seeing the whole picture and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Motivation: It's The Bottom Line! Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 14, 2006

Christian disciples seek to live their lives for an audience of ONE. God’s opinion, God’s approval or disapproval is ultimately all that matters. The applause of heaven is the deciding factor in their life.

MOTIVATION: IT’S THE BOTTOM LINE! Matthew 6:1-18 1. A father wrote a letter to apologize to a certain young man for not allowing him to marry his daughter. The letter went as follows: Dear Marty, I have been unable to sleep since I broke off your engagement to my daughter. Will you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Think Before You Pray

Contributed by Mark Adams on Oct 15, 2006

This sermon looks at Matthew’s account of the Lord’s exemplary prayer; specifically in light of what it requires of us to pray what Jesus prays.

NOTE: When I list a verse number or passage, it is intended for you to read the indicated verse aloud ______________________________________________________ (OPEN BIBLES TO Matthew 6) In my lesson tonight, I do not expect that anything I say to you will be new and different than what you’ve heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness Kills, Unforgiveness Gives Life

Contributed by Joseph Bachman on Oct 16, 2006

Unforgiveness will hold you back where forgiveness will set you free.

Un-forgiveness will kill you Forgiveness will give you life Pastor Joe Bachman 10/15/06 Matt 6:9-15 9 "Pray, then, in this way: ’Our Father who is in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. 10’Your kingdom come. Your will be done, On earth as it is in heaven. 11’Give us this day our daily bread. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Weight Of Unforgiveness Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2006

What happens when we do not forgive

The Weight of Unforgiveness Matthew 6:9-15 Colossians 3:12-14 June 25, 2006 You either love him or you just can’t stand him? To some people, he’s arrogant and pompous; for others, they want to be just like him. The one thing most people agree on is this one point ~ nobody wants his hairstyle. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Auditioning For Fame Series

Contributed by Jeremy Farmer on Oct 23, 2006

In this message, Jeremy asks the question: "Do you want to be famous?" -- And then powerfully backs it up with a greater one..."who is your audience?"

Matthew 6:1-7 (Message) 1 "Be especially careful when you are trying to be good so that you don’t make a performance out of it. It might be good theater, but the God who made you won’t be applauding. 2-4"When you do something for someone else, don’t call attention to yourself. You’ve seen them in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying Heaven Down

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Oct 27, 2006

Smith Wigglesworth was a man who knew how to reach heaven. He understood the powers available from above and knew how to bring those powers into this realm. Wigglesworth once said: "If you want anything from God, you will have to pray into heaven. That i

Praying Heaven Down Text: Matthew 6:9-13 Introduction: Smith Wigglesworth was a man who knew how to reach heaven. He understood the powers available from above and knew how to bring those powers into this realm. Wigglesworth once said: "If you want anything from God, you will have to pray into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Ways To Pray

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 6, 2006

Prayer is more than reading God a list of things He already knows. We may want to try some new ways to be more engaged in prayer.

“Ways to Pray” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Are you satisfied with your prayer life? Or are you struggling? It’s not always easy to pray. Much of our problem with prayer is finding a method that works for us. We may grow discouraged or feel like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Congregational

Focused Or Blurry? Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 5, 2007

They say that the greatest, most impacting sermons are those that are not preached, but are lived. No one lived a better sermon than Jesus.

They say that the greatest, most impacting sermons are those that are not preached, but are lived. No one lived a better sermon than Jesus. I have been to the eye doctor many times. Sometimes they would dilate my eyes and everything would get so blurry and out of focus. It would be hours ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Audience Of One Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 13, 2007

What does it mean to put God first? How do we stop performing for others who may be watching and perform solely for Him?

This is our fifth and final week in our series on Canadian Idols. Of course, you’ve got to wait until September 16 for the finale on CTV, but this is it for us. Over the past several weeks we’ve talked about a variety of things which can become idols for us… things which vie for our attention and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Do I Pray?

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 14, 2007

Basics about what prayer is, why it’s important, and how to do it.

This is our fifth and final week in our You Asked For It series of messages. And I think it’s been good. You’ve asked some important questions and I’m glad we’ve had the opportunity to address them. In fact, I plan to make this an annual series… every August. So you can start thinking now about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Principals Of Prayer

Contributed by Scott Epperson on Apr 16, 2007

JUST AS THE MEN IN THIS TEXT WE OFTEN WONDER HOW SHOULD WE PRAY,SO THEN CHRIST OFFERS TO US THESE PRINCIPALS OF PRAYER.

PRINCIPALS OF PRAYER 4/15/07 (Mat 6:5) And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward. (Mat 6:6) But thou, when thou ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord's Prayer Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 18, 2007

The Lord’s prayer is our starting point in learning how to pray effectively. Many points are included in these few verses to help us see our prayers answered and our life protected from sin.

April, 2007 The Lord’s Prayer Matthew 6:9-15 INTRODUCTION: Every Sunday a part of our worship includes praying, “The Lord’s Prayer.” We would feel that there was something missing in the prayer time if this part were omitted; but do we know what we are praying or are we merely repeating words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Methodist