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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    When Nothing Seems Possible, Pray

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 21,660 views

    When frustration abounds, in prayer we can discover deepened relationships, new possibilities, and ultimately grace.

    For you, my God, have revealed to your servant that you will build a house for him; therefore your servant has found it possible to pray before you. Isn’t that an intriguing phrase? “Your servant has found it possible to pray.” My theme for today is “when nothing seems possible, pray.” “When ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    P.u.s.h. Series

    Contributed by Quinton Williamson on Jun 27, 2003
    based on 61 ratings
     | 9,634 views

    To let people know that if they pray and really pray the God that I serve will make a way out no way.

    SUBJECT: P.U.S.H. SCRIPTURE: ACTS 12:3-8 INTRODUCTION This word PUSH means to physically move something or somebody out of your way. But in today’s message the word PUSH we want to break it down into this phrase. Today the word PUSH means Pray Until Something Happens. Not enough people or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Hays avatar

    The Urgency Of Prayer

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 15, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 15,878 views

    Prayer is the most powerful force in the Universe and yet the most overlooked.

    "The Urgency of Prayer" Isaiah 56:1-7 It is good to be back with you after spending a month away on a sabbatical. I have to tell you how appreciative I am for your graciousness in allowing me to withdraw from all of my normal responsibilities so that I could be still for a while to be renewed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fear Not, Neither Be Discouraged, Your Storm Is Almost Over

    Contributed by Robert Parker on Apr 29, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 28,389 views

    Trust in God and He will take you through the Storms of Life...

    Deuteronomy 1:18 " And I command you at that time all the things which ye should do." (1:19) And when we departed from Ho-reb, we went through all that great and terrible wilderness, which ye saw by the way of the mountain of the amorites, as the Lord our God commanded us and we came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Jesus On Prayer

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 8,643 views

    The sermon is based on one of Jesus’ parables that teaches some important aspects on prayer.

    INTRODUCTION From Roman history comes the story of a Roman emperor in his chariot as a part of a parade. Cheering people lined the streets while legionaries were stationed to keep the people at a safe distance. The emperor’s family sat on a platform to watch him go by in all the pride of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kindling The Fire Of Revival

    Contributed by Clark Frailey on May 3, 2002
    based on 81 ratings
     | 13,950 views

    A look at how to kindle the fire of revival in church. Covers some basic history, definitions of revival, and a challenge to be a revival church.

    Kindling the Fire of Revival "Where there is no vision, the people perish." (Prov 28:18) INTRODUCTION: Background 1) ILLUS. / Revival Defined a. A visiting preacher was concerned when he began the first night of a revival meeting and noticed all of the men wearing guns. Although rattled, he did ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Prayer And Ministry: Like A Horse And Carriage Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,618 views

    What Can We Learn From the Priorities of the Savior’s Lifestyle?

    Prayer and Ministry: Like A Horse and Carriage (Mark 1:35-45) All believers are to have a ministry. Matt. 5:16ff, "Let your light so shine…" Question: What Can We Learn From the Priorities of the Savior’s Lifestyle? I. Our Own Spiritual Health Is the Basis for Our Ministry (35) 1. At ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Matthew Oliver avatar

    A Church In Exile, And Our Response

    Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Jan 7, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,828 views

    In many ways the Christian church is a church in exile as many of our traditional power bases have been lost. We are not to focus on things of man, but things of God, in prayer and faith. Perseverance in prayer is the key.

    A Church in Exile, and our Response. Sermon for Proper 29, Year C 21 October 2001 St John the Evangelist, Cold Lake Jeremiah 31:27-34 Psalm 119:94-104 2 Tim 3:14-4:5 Luke 18:1-8 One of the joys of being a Lay Reader is the privilege of preaching God’s word before His people. The other part ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    What If We All Prayed

    Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 5,757 views

    It is important for the church to pray together. It is important for the church to seek the face of God.

    This week has been designated by our General Superintendent, Thomas Trask as a special “Week of Prayer” to begin the New Year. Trask said, “This church (the A/G) has always been a praying church. But we need to intensify our commitment to prayer and continually renew the altar within our churches, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Stevens avatar

    Let God Read Your Mail

    Contributed by Mark Stevens on Jan 26, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 5,668 views

    Dealing With Adversity

    LET GOD READ YOUR MAIL II Kings 18:4-8 – King Hezekiah was a righteous man, but like all righteous men and women…they will suffer affliction. Point #1 – Hezekiah obey God’s initial command, he: 1. Tore down high places (some things MUST GO) 2. Cut down the groves and broke images ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Chris Gowen avatar

    When God Puts You On Hold

    Contributed by Chris Gowen on Feb 17, 2001
    based on 226 ratings
     | 90,934 views

    While we are waiting for answers from God, there are some valuable lessons for us to learn.

    Most of us have experienced the following: You want to get down the road, but the road is curvy, and you’re behind a slow driver. You have to slow down and wait. How about making an important phone call, and all you get is a machine. The machine says, “If you live within the U.S. press 1; If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Hays avatar

    Coming Out Of The Darkness

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Mar 25, 2001
    based on 87 ratings
     | 10,422 views

    If you have experienced depression and despair then you are not alone. Some of God’s greatest saints have felt the cold darkness surround them and yet they found His hand lead them out of the darkness and into His glorious light.

    Coming Out Of The Darkness Psalm 55:4-7 I felt it creeping in. I hadn’t eaten all day but I felt heavy. My heart hung low within me. I couldn’t muster the energy to lift the corners of my mouth to smile. The darkness was so heavy I couldn’t lift my arms to free myself. Friends tried to console ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Edward Frey avatar

    God Satisfies Our Every Desire

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Aug 14, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,827 views

    We can be confident the Father handles all desires in Christ

    GOD SATISFIES OUR EVERY DESIRE Oscar Wilde, once wrote, “There are two tragedies in this life. One is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it.” In a way, Mr. Wilde recognized one of the most challenging aspects of being human. We want so much. We measure our lives by how much we ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Doug Johnston avatar

    My Petition Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 23, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,639 views

    Hanna’s example of dedication to God demonstrated through prayer challenges us to pray about the things our heart desires.

    My Petition And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed to the LORD, and wept sore. 1 Samuel 1:10 Moreover as for me, God forbid that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you… 1 Samuel 12:23 Introduction: Hannah was a discouraged woman. She’d been married several years, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Doug Johnston avatar

    Why Do You Keep Doing It? Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 23, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,522 views

    When we begin to think God doesn’t listen to our prayers, we need to remember Hanna, a woman who was committed to prayer.

    Hanna: An Example of Commitment and Purity I Committed Heart Why do we have what we possess? Do we remember that God can still act for us? Romans 14: How does your heart see others? II Committed Actions Look up and remember Obey and keep commitments Hebrews 12: Are we willing to give up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist