Sermons on Persevering Prayer:

With Jesus In The School Of Prayer

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 25, 2006

Would you like to be able to have more power in your prayer life? To be able to pray like the prophet Elijah did? The Bible says that he was a man just like us, and if his prayers availed much, then ours can, too!

WITH JESUS IN THE SCHOOL OF PRAYER #1: INTIMACY WITH GOD CHILDREN’S PRAYERS: Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too much. Debbie, 7 Dear God: Who did you make smarter? Boys or girls? My sister and I want to know. Jimmy, 6 Dear God: How many angels ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16-18

Denomination: *other

Core Values -- Prayer Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006

We are in our series on Core Values. Core Values are the DNA that define who we are, what we are in infancy and in greatness. What God has called us to be. They are not just creeds on plaque or notes in book somewhere. They are the essence of who we a

Core Values: A House of Prayer – James 5:15-18 15 And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up, and if he has committed sins, they will be forgiven him. 16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be ...read more

Scripture: James 5:15-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Obstacles To A Life Of Prayer Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 29, 2005

In launching this series on prayer, this message was meant to examine some of the things that keep us from pursuing prayer as a lifestyle. Part 1 in series, "Learning to Pray."

Learning to Pray Obstacles to a Life of Prayer January 23, 2005 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers Video clip of Ben Stiller saying grace in "Meet the Parents." Do you ever feel like that clip pretty much sums up your prayer life? Now think about the difference between that prayer --an ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Building The House Of Prayer

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Apr 30, 2005

Building the house of prayer must start with the individual and move into the corporate church body.

Building the House of Prayer James 5:13-18 I. There is the Call to Prayer (v. 13-16a) A. The Subjects for Prayer (v. 13-14) 1. The brethren 2. Those that are suffering 3. Those that are sick 4. Those who are rejoicing B. The Strength of Prayer (v. 15-16a) 1. Faithful praying is according to ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Getting A (Prayer) Life Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 3, 2005

Part 5 in series, "Learning to Pray," this message examines prayer not as a discrete moment of communication with God, but as stemming from a lifestyle of awareness of His presence and access to His power.

Getting a (Prayer) Life Learning to Pray, prt. 5 Feb. 17, 2005 Ever tried to start a new habit? What kinds of habits do we often begin and then find we can’t keep at it? (solicit responses) Let me give you my top seven habits I begin again and again and again but never seem to stick with, but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Jesus Prayer In Gethsemane

Contributed by Olaf Theis on Aug 29, 2005

We can learn from Jesus how to pray

Morning Devotion Sat. August 20, 2005 Jesus’ Prayer In Gethsemane Mark 14:31-42 Key verse: 14:36 “Abba, Father,” he said, “everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.” During this conference we have heard what makes us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:31-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Power In Prayer

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 19, 2005

The early church understood the key to spiritual power flowed from an active prayer life. The church needs to get back to the practice of prayer.

Finding Power in Prayer Selected Passages from Acts Introduction I need Thee Every Hour Sweet Hour of Prayer I Must Tell Jesus What a Friend We Have in Jesus The hymn book is filled with wonderful songs about the subject of prayer and each one of these were a vital part of the church that I grew ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31

Denomination: Church Of God

Developing A Life Of Prayer

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

Prayer is at the very core of spiritual life. Despite how many people speak of praying as a part of their lives… I believe that a life that lives out of a center of prayer is challenging for most of us.

Fires and earthquakes may serve to get our attention, taking our focus off the temporary things of this world… but the voice that we ultimately long for comes in quiet places. So it shouldn’t surprise us what we find the disciples of Jesus coming to him about in Matthew 6. They might have asked ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Is Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 15, 2006

Satan and his organized legions constantly work to obstruct God’s plan. As believers, our greatest weapon is prayer. We can expect our greatest opposition when we are on our knees. So we must be persistent–praying until the answer is received.

INTRODUCTION Christian humorist, Dennis Swanburg, loves to tell the story of an unforgettable baptism that took place in a little West Texas church. They were building a new sanctuary and it was almost finished. The new baptistry was functional even though changing rooms were not yet available. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Answering Christ's Prayer Series

Contributed by Roger Haber on Oct 24, 2006

Discover being involved in community is actually an answer to Jesus’ prayer.

Building Authentic Biblical Community: Community: Answering Christ’s Prayer John 17:6-24 28 September 2003 SUBJECT: Jesus’ Prayer for Community RESPONSE: Discover being involved in community is actually an answer to Jesus’ prayer. HOW TO/HOW LONG: Sign up for a life group during this series. We ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Always Appropriate Prayer Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 28, 2006

Sin is our greatest problem as human beings. Only confessing our sin to God and asking for forgiveness will help us.

What is the greatest problem we face as human beings today? Greenhouse gases and climate change? Terrorism? Civil wars? Overpopulation? The ever-increasing gap between rich and poor? The world-wide epidemic of HIV/AIDS? On a more personal level, perhaps it’s the breakdown in relationships between ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Anglican

9 Benefits Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Wah Lok Ng on Nov 14, 2006

This sermon show examples of prayer in the Book of Acts and the positive results of the prayer.

9 BENEFITS OF PRAYER By : Ng Wah Lok Text : Acts 2:42 “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer”. Results of Acts 2:42 a) Miracles, signs and wonders took place – v 43 b) Needs were met – V44 c) Souls were saved - ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Thankful Prayer Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 20, 2006

It used to be said that Christians looked like they’d been weaned on sour pickles and raised on prune juice. But that should never be so. We ought always to be thank filled people. Find out why.

OPEN: A farmer was sitting down to breakfast at local restaurant and bowed his head in prayer. A couple of young men at the next table thought that was a bit odd and they made fun of him quietly as he prayed. When he finished his prayer, they chided him: “Hey old man, does everybody pray over their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer - A Matter Of The Heart

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 27, 2006

This outline teaches the basic aspects of prayer from the model prayer.

Prayer – A Matter of the Heart Text: Matthew 6:5-15 Jesus here teaches the major principles of prayer. By using this model, He reveals each and every aspect of prayer. Praying “in this manner” will help us know how to pray and how to pray in faith and power. Outline I. Structure of Prayer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Effective And Fervent Prayer

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 27, 2006

No matter how difficult our circumstances may be… it is in this process of prayer and faith that will build us stronger and, in the end, make our lives more blessed and enjoyable.

EFFECTIVE AND FERVENT PRAYER Adapted from - LET THESE BE OUR PRAYERS Sermon Central – 09.17.06 2Thessalonians 1:11-12 San Raphael, Prieto Diaz Sorsogon <Power Point available upon request.> INTRODUCTION My wife and I were married in 1971 and there was a popular country song entitled “I never ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God