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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Prayer Warrior Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 18, 2015
     | 8,886 views

    The 1) Frequency (Ephesians 6:18a) , 2), Power(Ephesians 6:18b) 3) Variety (Ephesians 6:18c) , 4) Manner (Ephesians 6:18d), and the 5) Objects of prayer (Ephesians 6:18e).

    This week, a Seattle football coach is planning a bold move that could end up costing his job. The controversy boils down to prayer in schools, but coach Joe Kennedy is determined to keep praying with any players who want to join him. Kennedy and his lawyer believe that the prayers don't break the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Foundations For A Great Church

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 2, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,950 views

    There are four major foundations that need laid to build a great church: prayer, power, proclaimation and passion.

    Foundations to Build a Great Church Acts 4:31-35 August 29, 2010 Morning Message Introduction On December 2001, the “Leaning Tower of Pisa” was finally reopened to the public, after having been closed for almost a dozen years. During that time, engineers completed a 25 million dollar ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Why America Needs The Church To Pray

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Sep 1, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,689 views

    A call to prayer for the US - useful for a 4th of July type message, but not limited to that. Prayer for our nation is biblical, necessary, and a regular practice of the citizen of the Kingdom of God

    It’s the time of year still that you have to keep an eye on the weather. I’m a fan of Doppler radar, and of smart phone technology. I have an app now that tells me how many minutes it will be before it starts to rain where I’m at, and then it tells me how long the rain will last. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Surprised By Prayer!

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 297 ratings
     | 35,511 views

    Prayer can open up for us insight into God's will when the way seems dark and uncertain.

    Surprised By Prayer! Acts 12:1-19 The popularity of prayer has skyrocketed in recent months. Prayer, talking about prayer, writing about prayer, exploring patterns of prayers and the like have become more prevalent than Tiger Woods' fans at a golf tournament. Prayer has truly come to the forefront ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Prayer Warrior Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 19, 2020
     | 3,873 views

    The 1) Frequency (Ephesians 6:18a) , 2), Power (Ephesians 6:18b) 3) Variety (Ephesians 6:18c) , 4) Manner (Ephesians 6:18d), and the 5) Objects of prayer (Ephesians 6:18e).

    Ephesians 6:18 [18] praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, (ESV) A report out of North Korea this week tells of a 17 year old girl, Sookyung Kang, who took a 3,000 mile journey from ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Rule Digal avatar

    Elements Of Prayer (#2 Of Series On Prayer) Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 25, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,877 views

    Prayer must include praise, provision, pardon, protection and people.

    The Elements of Prayer (Matthew 6: 13-19) Intro. A. In our previous lesson, we have discussed the essentiality of prayer. I hope it has encouraged you to be more prayerful and also to be persistent in prayer. B. For today’s lesson, we will study the important elements of prayer. C. First, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Hindrances Of Prayer (#4 Of Series On Prayer) Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 25, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,327 views

    We tend to pose a big "why" to God when our prayers are not answered. The problem is not with God, but with us.

    The Hindrances of Prayer Intro. 1) We believe that God has not changed in the passing of time. He is the same God who remains faithful to His words; He is the same God who answers the prayers of His people today as much as He answered the prayers of the O.T & N.T saints. 2) I heard hundreds of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prayer - Why Prayer Seems Unanswered

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Mar 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,629 views

    God loves us and wants to give us good gifts, but He is restrained by our lack of obedience and service.

    WHY GOD DOES NOT ANSWER PRAYER. ILLUSTRATION There were two widow women, each with only a single son. The two young men both got involved in drugs and they both ended up in prison. The women were devout Christians and both had been in constant prayer for many years. When their two boys were sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Seeking God Through Prayer Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 28, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 16,704 views

    We come to know God through prayer.

    My goal this morning is very simple: to persuade you to pray. Not to persuade you that you ought to pray, or to convince you that prayer is a good thing. That’s not enough. No, what I want is to motivate you to actually do it. So if you leave here today agreeing with everything I said, and if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Without A Prayer

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,711 views

    An apologetic for the effectiveness of prayer, based on all the Scriptures where it is evident that prayer made a difference. Inductive in nature.

    Have you noticed this morning that, so far, we haven’t prayed much. We prayed once. One prayer. ____ seconds long. I wonder how many of you here this morning, (except for being in SS), realized at that point that you hadn’t prayed yet today. Has that ever happened to you? Have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Prerequisites For Prayer

    Contributed by David Welch on Dec 29, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,130 views

    Prerequisites for prayer related to our walk.

    Continuation for a message on prayer related to prerequisites. B. Requirements for prayer related to the WALK OF CHRISTIANS Access, standing and kinship deal with Christ’s work for us. The following elements deal with our side of the equation, our walk with Him. These things do not prevent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Lord's Prayer – Part One

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,409 views

    Prayer Is Where It Is At For The Real Child Of God

    The Lord’s Prayer – Part One Sunday June 18, 2006 Matthew 6:5-13 5 “And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by men. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. 6 “But ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Four Key Teachings About Prayer

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 25, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,563 views

    Today we turn our attention to Luke 11 and listen as Jesus teaches us about prayer. When we go to the school of prayer with Rabbi Jesus as the teacher, there are some things we must remember.

    FOUR KEY TEACHINGS ABOUT PRAYER Luke 11:1-13 Introduction "Preaching about prayer is like falling into the ocean. We cannot touch the ocean floor; we are overwhelmed by the vast sea around us. We come up to stay afloat. No matter how hard we try, we cannot reach the depth and breadth of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    How To Turn On Your Prayer Life Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 12, 2020
     | 4,057 views

    Based on Roman 12:12 - This sermon encourages listeners to develop a stronger prayer life.

    “HOW TO TURN ON YOUR PRAYER LIFE” Rom. 12:12 FBCF – 9/13/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Max Lucado is such a great writer. Wrote this about prayer: “Most of our prayer lives could use a tune-up. Some prayer lives lack consistency. They're either a desert or an oasis. Long, arid dry spells interrupted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    Communing With God

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 14, 2025
     | 413 views

    Prayer in Judeo-Christian tradition is not merely a practice but a relational expression of trust and dependency on God. It encompasses the believer's joy, sorrow, need, and worship, providing a profound connection to God, our Creator.

    "Pray without ceasing." (1 Thessalonians 5:17, KJV) Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name." (Psalm 100:4, KJV) Introduction • Opening Thought: Prayer is a vital means of communicating with God. It is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God