Sermons on Motivation Of Prayer:

Back To The Altar

Contributed by Dwight Jones on Jan 16, 2005

A message that I preached on the day we brought our new altars into our new sanctuary but one that is applicable in any situation

Back To The Altar Genesis 12:7 (KJV) And the Lord appeared unto Abram, and said, Unto thy seed will I give this land: and there builded he an altar unto the Lord, who appeared unto him. I was raised on “black river road,” it has a letter but we never called it by its letter just ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Answer The Call" Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jul 21, 2007

(Outline is from a message by Rick Warren) While God uses many means to speak His will to us, this message examines four primary ways to hear God.

Introduction: I. Last Sunday we spoke of the need to “Cultivate a Heart to Hear God” A. If, and we believe God does speak; as His sheep, we should be able to hear Him. B. If, and we believe God does speak; we should be able to discern what He has said. II. The premise of last Sunday’s message ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:14

Denomination: Methodist

What's A Desperate Person To Do?” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Oct 13, 2008

Have you ever wanted something so badly that it moved you emotionally - stirred you DESPERATELY?

QUESTION: Have you ever been DESPERATE FOR SOMETHING? • Ever really wanted something so bad that it moved you emotionally, stirred you DESPERATELY? 1. It happens to me more times than I really want. a. I’m in a hurry. I have appointment to keep, a person to meet, a place to go. b. So I gather up ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Sure God Hears You Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 1, 2008

God delights in dependence which honors his superabundant sufficiency.

Scripture Introduction A little boy kneeled with his mother beside his bed to say his bedtime prayers: “Lord, bless mommy and daddy and baby Susie; and God, GIVE ME A NEW BICYCLE!” Amen. Mom was surprised; Billy never prayed so loudly before. So she said, “You don’t need to yell, son; God’s not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Communication Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 18, 2006

Prayer is a primary ingredient for church growth

(portions of this material is from Dann Spader, Growing a Healthy Church) SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: MATTHEW 7:7-8 TITLE: “THE COMMUNICATION FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. Anyone here hate it when you call someplace and you get one of those computer- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing Revival Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 18, 2006

4 of 4 on Prayer. This message on Acts 1-2 explores the source of revival in times past and in our times.

Experiencing Revival Sunday, September 17 God Revives 4 He said to me, “Prophesy to these bones and say to them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the LORD. 5 This is what the Lord GOD says to the bones: I will cause breath to enter you so you will come to life. 6 I will put muscles on you and flesh ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Help For The Hearing Impaired Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

„X Broadly defined: prophetic insight is simply the mind and heart of God being revealed to our minds and hearts „X God is in the process of pouring out His mind and heart in a fresh way¡K different than he had done with the prophets of Israel „X We not

We began last week looking at hearing from God. „X Broadly defined: prophetic insight is simply the mind and heart of God being revealed to our minds and hearts „X God is in the process of pouring out His mind and heart in a fresh way¡K different than he had done with the prophets of Israel „X We ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

You Decide Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 12, 2010

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Conversations With God".

Family Worship May 2, 2010 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Conversations With God [#3] YOU DECIDE Habakkuk 2:4-20 Introduction: Isn’t it interesting how we get mad at God when He doesn’t seem to be paying attention to us; but when He does answer our prayers, we ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fly High - Acts Part 11 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 27, 2006

Acts 13:1-13 teaches us the importance of prayer, fasting and worship and it also shows us that we are to be godly leaders who are directed and filled with the Holy Spirit.

Fly High – Acts part 11 On the Lighter side of life: See funny pictures from Aha.com Opening Illustration: A NATIONAL PRAYER OF REPENTANCE Joe Wright is the pastor of Central Christian Church in Wichita, KS. On January 23, 1996, He was asked to be the guest chaplain for the Kansas State House in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Have We Missed?

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 23, 2003

There is constant scriptural evidence that says we can ask God and expect to receive. What stands in our way?

November 23, 2003 Morning Worship Text: James 1:2-8 Subject: True Faith Title: What Have We Missed? A story is told about a mountain climber with great ambition who had a lofty goal of climbing a mountain near his home. He was desperate to complete his climb and after years of training and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Call Unto Me

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Jan 26, 2003

A three point message on prayer: 1)The Prompting; 2)The Promise; 3) The Provision.

TITLE: Call Unto Me TEXT: Jeremiah 33:3 TOPIC: Prayer --- Preached by Louis Bartet at Point Assembly of God on January 26, 2003. ----- ILLUS: I’m sure most of you will remember the sniper incident that terrorized the Washington area. Before they were apprehended the snipers killed 10 and wounded ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Mean It! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 24, 2002

The people of God pray with passion.

I MEAN IT! Daniel 9:1-3 S: A Passion for Prayer Th: Live a Prayer Life (Prayer: A Passion for His Presence) Pr: THE PEOPLE OF GOD PRAY WITH PASSION. ?: Inductive KW: Phases TS: We will find in our study of Daniel 9:1-3 three phases that demonstrate what happens when we are in communion with ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-3, Jeremiah 29:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christians Fail To Receive Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 17, 2007

There are several reasons why Christians fail to receive answers to their prayers. Five reasons are given in this sermon.

April, 2007 Why Christians Fail to Receive Matthew 7:7-14 INTRODUCTION: There are many reasons why Christians fail to receive answers to their prayers. Some people say, “If you had enough faith you would have received.” Then when people don’t receive, they feel guilty and say, “It was my fault ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-14

Denomination: Methodist

Pray For One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 1, 2009

Praying for one another fervently and faithfully is our privilege and responsibility.

A. The story is told about three men were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging, violent river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ