Sermons on Neglecting Prayer Life:

Confidence In Prayer

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Apr 17, 2002

The psalmists often express feelings of overwhelming need. Yet they also remind us that however great the need, our God is able to answer prayer.

CONFIDENCE IN PRAYER PSALMS 64–72 “Praise be to the LORD, to God our Saviour, who daily bears our burdens. Our God is a God who saves; from the Sovereign LORD comes escape from death” (Ps. 68:19–20). The psalmists often express feelings of overwhelming need. Yet they also remind us that however ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prevailing Prayer

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 15, 2008

In times of crisis, we are to express the positive through our words and works so that we enjoy the peace of God.

In times of crisis, like what we are experiencing right now, we usually hear, “Why worry when you can pray?” Prayer allows us to prevail over these trying times. But, frankly, we tend to worry more than pray. One of my favorite verses in the Bible on prayer is Philippians 4:6-9. “Do not be anxious ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Barriers To Prayer

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

What things in our lives stand in the way of our prayers?

WE HAVE TALKED A LOT LATELY ABOUT THE NEED FOR THE CHURCH TO ARISE TO A PLACE OF WARFARE AND BATTLE AGAINST THE WORKS OF DARKNESS THAT PREVAIL IN OUR SOCIETY. THE ALARM OF GOD IS SOUNDING LOUD AND CLEAR TO RALLY THE TROOPS TO THE BATTLE AT HAND. OUR GREATEST WEAPON AS BELIEVERS IS PRAYER. IT IS ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breakthrough Prayer Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 25, 2010

Message about how to pray breakthrough prayer

**Note: I used the book "Breakthrough Prayer" by Jim Cymbala as a reference. Title: Breakthrough Prayer Theme: Showing the Next Level of Prayer Text: 1 Samuel 1 - 3 1Sa 1:9-20 So Hannah arose after they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on the seat by ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Prayer Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 2, 2011

A prayer of faith can change a lot of things

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • When life gets difficult or when things are tough, what is the first thing we do? Where do we turn to? • How do we react when things are not going well for us? • What is one the most under-utilized gifts we have from God? • What is one of the most easily exercised gifts we ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tears And Prayer

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Aug 6, 2020

How does tears and weeping fit into prayer?

Sermon Outline Tears and Prayer Paddick Van Zyl LDMI 29 July 2020 Scripture : Psalm 39 :12-13 TPT 12 Lord, listen to all my tender cries. Read my every tear, like liquid words that plead for your help. I feel all alone at times, like a stranger to you, passing through this life just like ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 9, 2023

The Power of Prayer Series: Setting the Table Brad Bailey – November 5, 2023

The Power of Prayer Series: Setting the Table Brad Bailey – November 5, 2023 Intro Today we are going to begin a short focus on how we create space for such connections...on what’s involved in creating the type of space for others to meet God ...the kind of space where people can experience God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1, 1 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persistence In Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon encourages persistent prayer, emphasizing faith in God's perfect timing and the transformative power of communicating with the Almighty.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of saints, where we seek to draw closer to our Heavenly Father and deepen our understanding of His Word. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each of us, drawn by the irresistible love of God, comes with a heart ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Topics: Never Give Up

The Partner In Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Sep 18, 2002

PArt of a series on prayers that made a difference

SAMUEL THE PARTNER IN PRAYER “Why should I pray for them” Date: April 14, 2002 PM Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 1 Samuel 12:16-25 Introduction Tonight as we continue to look at prayers that made a difference, we will see a man that God greatly used. Recall two weeks ago we studied the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Powerfull Prayer Series

Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Oct 29, 2006

This message shows us how to pray powerfully

THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER Part One “Powerful Prayer” Adapted from a message by Wayne Field Luke 11:5-13 August 20th, 2006 Broadway Baptist Church INTRODUCTION At our Executive Board meeting this last Tuesday night Bro Phil gave all of us a challenge. He shared with us the fact that most of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 18, 2020

prayer is a formula in which believers use as way to make request, communicate with the Father

prayer is a formula in which believers use as way to make request, communicate with the Father ** we pray so that we don't fall into temptation __( Matt 26:41) __when we pray we focus our energy and emotions in Him that has our being ** prayer deposits power inside us....that power is stored ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 2 Corinthians 13:9

Denomination: Other

A Metaphor For Prayer.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 26, 2022

Such outpouring of ourselves, painful perseverance, tenacity in prayer - will cause us also to prevail. Thus, like Jacob, we will procure the blessing

A METAPHOR FOR PRAYER. Genesis 32:22-31. “The ford Jabbok” (Genesis 32:22) is significant, first, in that it was the border of the land of promise (cf. Numbers 21:24). Second, it was here that Jacob had a lifechanging encounter with God, and had his name changed from Jacob to Israel (Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Compromise On Prayer Series

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

A look at Daniel 6 where we learn about prayer, the reasons for it and how we do it.

Introduction The church choir director was being driven out of his mind at the rehearsals for the Christmas choral concert. It seemed that at least one or more members of the choir was absent at every rehearsal. Finally they reached the last rehearsal and he announced: "I want to personally thank ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Holiness

The Prayer Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 27, 2017

The Our Father in Matthew 6 is typically referred to as the Lord's Prayer. But really, John 17 is what should be called the Lord's Prayer because it literally is the prayer of Jesus. Jesus' longest recorded prayer has much to say and there's much to gain.

THE PRAYER OF JESUS John 17:1-26 INTRODUCTION: The Our Father of Matthew 6:9-13 is typically referred to as the Lord's Prayer. But really, it is the disciple's prayer given to them by the Lord. Here, in John 17 is what should be called the Lord's Prayer because it literally is the prayer of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surprised By Prayer Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 19, 2012

Even as I’m concerned about people who misunderstand the purpose of prayer, I’m also concerned about those who do understand, but who seem to pray with no expectation of God honoring prayers or acting on our behalf.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (In preparing this message as part of a sermon series on “Prayer” I have borrowed heavily, and adapted, from an outstanding sermon of the same title by Mike Hays of the Britton Christian ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ