Sermons on Power Through Prayer:

True Value: Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 17, 2008

As Christians, prayer is our number one responsibility.

True Value: Prayer Text: Nehemiah 1:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: Knowing that intercessory prayer is our mightiest weapon and the supreme call for all Christians today, I pleadingly urge our people everywhere to pray. Believing that prayer is the greatest contribution that our people can ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus' Prayer For The Disciples

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 5, 2004

We are called into the glory-giving relationship that marks the unity of the Trinity.

John 17:6-19 Jesus’ Prayer for the Disciples As we head toward Good Friday and Easter, I have been drawn to Jesus’ prayer in John 17. Jesus has entered Jerusalem triumphantly on Palm Sunday, he has been teaching in the temple and on the streets. What he has been saying and doing has offended the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: *other

Take It To The Lord In Prayer

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER

TAKE IT TO THE LORD IN PRAYER PS. 86:1-4 1. INTRODUCTION. WE AS A PEOPLE HAVE A TENDENCY TO TELL OTHERS ABOUT THE THINGS THAT ARE TROUBLING US BEFORE WE TELL GOD ABOUT IT. WHILE OTHERS MIGHT LISTEN, OFTEN TIME THERE IS VERY LITTLE THAT THEY CAN DO. I’M NOT SUGGESTING THAT WE DON’T SEEK COUNSEL ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer And Anointing For The Sick Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 29, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical basis for prayer and anointing for the sick.

In the Bible, we find numerous examples of prayer and anointing being used to heal the sick. As believers, we are called to pray for one another and to anoint the sick with oil, trusting in God's power to heal. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical basis for prayer and anointing for the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14-15, Psalm 30:2, Matthew 21:22

Prayer Provides Hope

Contributed by Pastor Butch Woolsey on Sep 10, 2022

PRAYER IS THE GREATEST WEAPON GOD GAVE US

Prayer Provides Hope Luke 18:1-8 We need encouragement to pray consistently and never quit. "A Time for Hope! Real Issues, Real Hope, Real Help!" Hope is one of life’s most important possessions. Every one of us needs hope. Hope is what motivates us to get out of bed in the morning. Have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Revelation 3:20

Experiencing The Prayer Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 15, 2004

Jesus teaches us the right attitudes as we approach God in prayer. (1) Let His concerns be our concerns, (2) treasure our connections to the Father, (3)acknowledge His ways, and (4) acknowledge His worth.

INTRODUCTION · By now many should have seen Passion of the Christ. For me, the most impressionable scene was the praying Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. · I’ve not come to see a person prays with such intensity. Have I ever prayed that way? Maybe when one of my loved one is dying away... · It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prayer Keys - Earnestness Series

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Aug 29, 2011

When we pray fervently, all our heart, soul, mind, and strength is focused on praying as the Spirit leads. We may fool ourselves with the other prayer keys, but not this one.

Prayer Keys - Earnestness “Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops.” James 5:17-18 George Washington and Thomas ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Moses: Prayer For Pity Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Oct 29, 2007

Series on men and women’s prayers in the Bible that made a difference and how prayer truly is the difference maker in our lives. I borrowed the outlines from SermonCentral Pro Contributor Tim Byrd.

Moses: The prayer for pity Numbers 11:10-17 When it comes to our Christian walk I suppose all of us at some time or another get angry and we begin to complain and want to give up and quit. We say things like there’s no use. The harder I try the worse things get. I don’t witness because no ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Submitting To God In Prayer Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 17, 2014

In our last message, we noted that proper prayer begins with REVERENCE. This morning, we are going to look at the next two statements which move us from REVERENCE to SUBMISSION in our prayers.

We continue this morning in our series on the Sermon on the Mount. Last week, we started a somewhat “mini-series” within the larger series, as we began to study the Lord’s Model Prayer. This is the portion of the Sermon on the Mount wherein Jesus teaches His disciples how to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of His Presence

Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 26, 2021

King Solomon had one thing he sought to emphasize in the building of the temple: the presence of God. 

THE POWER OF HIS PRESENCE 1 KINGS 8 Introduction The world's most expensive building is the Abraj Al Bait, located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia - government owned complex of seven skyscraper motels designed to cater to the Muslim pilgrims traveling to Mecca. The royal clock tower has world's ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul's Intercessory Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023

This sermon explores how to emulate the faithfulness of Ephesus, cultivate fervent prayer, and experience the fruits of intercession, as depicted in Ephesians 1:15-23. Key

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Today, we gather here, bound by a shared love and a shared purpose, to worship and learn from the Word of God. We are here, not merely as spectators, but as active participants in the divine drama of redemption. We are here to immerse ourselves in the wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Topics: Paul's Prayer, All Christians

Pray!

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jul 25, 2003

Paul gives guidelines for the Colossians in how they can pray for him. In the process, he tells how our prayers can be powerful and effective.

June 22, 2003 Colossians 4:2-6 “Pray!” INTRODUCTION For the last four months, we have been examining the letter that Paul wrote from his prison cell to the church at Colosse. Here at the end of the letter, just as we would when we write letters, he leaves his readers with the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

There Is Power In The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 8, 2018

The nane of Jesus is ever powerful. It carries the Omnipotence of God

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THERE IS POWER IN THE NAME OF JESUS Acts 4:5-7 King James Version (KJV) 5 And it came to pass on the morrow, that their rulers, and elders, and scribes, 6 And Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-7

Denomination: Charismatic

The Power Of The Holy Ghost Series

Contributed by Godswill Habiganuchi on Jun 1, 2020

Jesus was anointed with the Holy Ghost to fulfil his work here on earth

John 20:21-22, Acts 10:38 Jesus was anointed with the Holy Ghost to fulfil his work here on earth and the same way He breathed the Holy Ghost into his disciples to fulfill their work here on earth, The same way we the church or the Christians should know the Holy Ghost is what is released to us to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21-22

Jesus' Approach To Prayer Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 16, 2005

A look at the various elements in the Lord’s prayer.

C.L. Null, in Christian Reader says, “My Sunday school class of youngsters had some problems repeating the Lord’s Prayer, but they didn’t lack in imagination. One child prayed, ‘Our Father, who art in heaven, how’d you know my name?’” It is a wonderful thing when we realize that God knows our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Methodist