Sermons on Practiced Prayer:

Why Begin Prayer With Praise? Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 10, 2023

“Bless the Lord, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless His holy name” (Ps. 103:1).

A. WHY BEGIN PRAYER WITH PRAISE 1. Because Jesus instructed them to begin the Lord’s Prayer. “Hallowed be Your name” (Matt. 6:9). Other versions translate this to mean to honor His name, to reverence His name, to hold high His name. 2. Because the psalmist commands you, “Enter . . . His courts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1, John 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

When Making A Request In Prayer Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023

The effectiveness of prayer is based on your prayer relationship with God.

“David therefore pleaded with God for the child, and David fasted and went in and lay all night on the ground … Then on the seventh day it came to pass that the child died.” 2 Samuel 12:16, 18 “Jesus said to him, ‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.’ Immediately the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:13-24, Mark 9:29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Last Prayer – What’s In It For Me

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 12, 2023

The answer to the title's question is Eternal Life with God and Christ. The question is how does one obtain it.

Jesus Last Prayer – What’s in it for me Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 17 John 17:1 Jesus spoke these things; and lifting up His eyes to heaven, He said, “Father, the hour has come; glorify Your Son, that the Son may glorify You, 2 even as You gave Him authority over all flesh, that to all ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

"the Power Of Confident Prayer" Series

Contributed by John Bright on Aug 4, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"The Power of Confident Prayer" Luke 11:1-13 A sermon for 6/26/22 – Third Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 11 “5 And He said to them, “Which of you shall have a friend, and go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Friend, lend me three loaves; 6 for a friend of mine has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13, John 15:5-12

Denomination: Methodist

Personalized Prayer For God's Protection Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 23, 2024

This is a Personalized Prayer for God's Protection and you can recite as many times as you want.

I lift my eyes to the hills, for my help comes from You, Lord, Creator of Heaven and Earth. You are my Rock, my Refuge, my Protector. You who keep me will not slumber, nor will You allow my foot to be moved. I enter Your presence with gratitude and reverence, honoring Your mighty name. I thank You ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:14, Isaiah 59:19

God Answers A Prayer (2 Kings 20)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 1, 2025

Do we trust God?

Is God gracious towards the faulty faithful? Can we fall into pride over material possessions? Is living simply a better life? Let’s look at Hezekiah in 2 Kings 20. Did God send a message to Hezekiah through Isaiah about his impending death? In those days Hezekiah became sick and was at the point ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Life's Battles Through Persistent Prayer SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

The intensity of God's power within us often attracts greater challenges. The higher the anointing, the fiercer the conflict. The brighter our destiny, the more severe our adversaries. However, through persistent prayer, we can overcome these afflictions.

The Bible clearly states that Jesus came to destroy the works of the devil (1 John 3:8). One of these works is affliction. In this eye-opening message, we will explore the power of God to turn around our situations, deliver us from affliction, and empower us to overcome our enemies. Affliction may ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8

Topics: Prayer Persistence, Overcoming Afflictions

Nehemiah's Prayers (Nehemiah 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 4, 2025

Do we fast?

Do we prepare for service to God with prayer and fasting? Let’s begin in Nehemiah 1. What news out of Jerusalem caused Nehemiah to act? The words of Nehemiah the son of Hacaliah. Now it happened in the month Chislev, in the twentieth year, while I was in Susa the capitol, that Hanani, one of my ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We Have Nothing

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on May 21, 2009

After Jesus taught His disciples to pray, He shared some parables about our persistence in prayer and the certainty of God’s great gift in answer--the Holy Spirit.

For someone who doesn’t have a lot to be proud of, I’m afraid that I have to confess that I have acted with pride far too often in my life. Now, I don’t mean that I’ve surrounded myself with a “posse” of fans and supporters. I don’t mean that I’ve deliberately put anybody down or ignored them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: *other

Worry Free

Contributed by Donato Solano on Nov 11, 2006

God is always near! He is always present.

INTRODUCTION Rejoice! The LORD is near! I. THERE ARE NO REASONS TO BE ANXIOUS, 6a A. Stand firm in the Lord, 4:1 (James 1:2) B. You are love forever, 4:3 C. Show gentleness in everything, 4:5 II. THERE ARE NO PRAYERS TO BE UNANSWERED, 6b A. Do not entertain any doubt in your mind, 4:8-9 B. Learn ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon 3 - Paul's Powerful Prayer Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 29, 2025

Paul's powerful prayer for the Colossians calls upon God to supply them with very important spiritual help that will enable them to live a life worthy of the Lord. These are things we can pray for ourselves and others to receive from the Lord.

Introduction: A. One night a father was walking past his 5 year old daughter’s room when he proudly noticed she was on her knees in prayer. 1. When he paused to listen, he heard her repeat this prayer several times: “abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz.” 2. When she was finished praying, her ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Does Anybody Really Care? Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 9, 2011

Be zealous for the glory of God. Be passionate in prayer. Be God's answer to the need of the moment.

Ever had this experience? You are excited about being a Christian and living for God, and then something happen and everything changes. • The warm fuzzy feelings suddenly fizzle. You lost interest in anything spiritual. That's not bad or wrong. Feelings come and go all the time. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"provision" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 8, 2021

Sermon based on Matthew 6:11 - Encourages hearers to consider that God will meet our needs because He's our Father who loves His children.

“PROVISION” Matthew 6:11 FBCF – 3/7/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Vicki & I enjoy watching “The Food Network. “Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives” & “Beat Bobby Flay” are a couple of our favorite shows. “Best Thing I Ever Ate” – another show on Food Network. All the FN stars share some of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

Five Needs For Christian Growth

Contributed by Eric Routon on Mar 20, 2008

Five points to practice for spiritual growth.

I. First Need: We need to Hear God’s Word. We need to hear God’s Word. Turn with me to Romans 10:17 and it says “Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the words of Christ.” We need to hear God’s Word. How? Well, we listen to it. We come to church ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying With Purpose

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

The Lesson to be learned here is that prayer which begins with sighing generally ends in singing. We need to pray with purpose. We need to spend each day in prayer to God.

PRAYING WITH PURPOSE-- PSALMS 5:1-12 Introduction: Those who believe in and practice set forms of prayer can find no justification for such in the Book of Psalms. There is a complete disregard for mechanical praying throughout the book. When you have a burning concern, praying come from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist