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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
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
The sermon focuses upon the power of prayer
About a year ago we were introduced to the concept of a three legged stool. We found by examining scripture that their were three necessary functions for God’s church. Do you remember what they were? Committed to the word of God, Worship, taking the time to stop our lives and personally connect ...read more
Scripture: Luke 11:5-10
Our prayers should be that of the Publican
Text: “…everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted” (Luke 18:14). Do you know anyone who has a tendency to exalt himself or herself? Those people who are always praising themselves, applauding themselves or paying tribute to ...read more
Scripture: Luke 18:9-14
Denomination: Christian Church
There’s nothing like prayer to empower us against temptation. Look at the prime example!
Our memory verse this week is Colossians 4:2. You’ll find it each week on the back of your bulletin entitled: Words to Live By. Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving. Can you say that with me? “Continue earnestly in prayer… being vigilant in it with thanksgiving… ...read more
Scripture: Luke 22:29-53
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
When we pray persistently to the Lord it does not mean we are lacking in faith or doubting that He would ever answer us because we are doing what we are called to do.
Introduction Michael Jordan is probably the greatest basketball player in the history of the game, and at one time he was asked about the so-called secret of his success. And Mr. Jordan answered by saying; “I’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve ...read more
Scripture: Luke 18:1-8
The title is with Gods GPS...that's a good title because you can't always depend on mans GPS.
Stay On track With Gods GPS Numbers 9:1-11, 15-19 (Numbers lesson) The title is with Gods GPS...that's a good title because you can't always depend on mans GPS. I sang in a church in Stoneville NC a few months ago...had the address to the church in my GPS...we turned the last turn to the right ...read more
Scripture: Numbers 9:1-11
How does God want me to pray?
We’re going to be talking about four letter words that, when used here in the Church make us cringe, raise an eyebrow or we shy away from because they make us uncomfortable. And I’m not talking about curse words, although we might give a similar reaction. I’m talking about ...read more
Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Do we really see the need to pray and are we praying effectively?
What would happen if there wasn’t a thing called prayer?? Prayer acknowledges the reality of God! Prayer connects us with God! Prayer is a way to ask God directly for something! Prayer provides peace of heart! Prayer is a weapon against the devil! Prayer is power! How is our prayer life? In our ...read more
Scripture: Luke 5:12-26
Denomination: Independent/Bible
We need to pray for God to help the U.S.A.
THIS SHOULD BE THE PRAYER OF CHIRSTIAN Heavenly Father Help me to be ready to face Satan. (1) Put on the whole Armour Eph.6: 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Let me stand brave and strong aganist ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 6:11
God always has the right answer to our requests.
There was a pastor who had a very spiritual parrot. All the parrot would say was, “Let’s pray. Let’s pray.” The pastor tried to teach him to say other things but to no avail. One day he learned that one of his deacons also owned a parrot. The deacon’s parrot was not so spiritual. It would ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11
Pray because God commands it, because it is a sin not to pray, and because it is our way of getting things from God.
WHY PRAY? I. BECAUSE GOD COMMANDS IT A. HE COMMANDS ALL MEN TO PRAY 1. Luke 18:1 "And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;" (KJV) 2. This passage doesn’t say just PREACHERS should pray. 3. This passage doesn’t say just DEACONS should ...read more
Scripture: Luke 18:1
Deals wwith God being God in all places and times
“Life Is Not Always Fair, But God Is Always Faithful!” 1 Kings 20:23-28 David P. Nolte If a child doesn’t get the birthday gift that had been requested, he or she may cross their arms, stick out the lower lip and proclaim for all to hear, “It’s’ NOT ...read more
Scripture: 1 Kings 20:23-28
God's presence is inescapable. He is always with us, in every moment. You don't need to shout or travel far to find Him, a simple whisper is enough. His love is ever-present, just like Him.
Introduction: Today, I want to remind you that no matter where you are, God is always with you. His presence is not something you can escape. He is right here, right now, and all you need to do is call upon His name to find Him. God's Unfailing Presence: Proverbs 18:24 tells us that there is a ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 139:7-16
Topics: God's Love, God's Presence
What is prayer???
Praying James 5:13-16 What is prayer??? ME: If you’re like me you’ve heard it countless times, just pray about it, or come down here and pray. 1: But what is prayer really? How I talk to God How I get stuff from God How I get help from God Application: Those are all true, but what if ...read more
Scripture: James 5:13-16
Denomination: Other
Luke 18-1-8. Persistence in prayer
Pray Luke 18: 1-8 There’s a magazine cartoon that shows a little fellow kneeling beside his bed for his bedtime prayer. He says with some measure of disgust, "Dear God, Uncle Jim still doesn’t have a job; Sis still doesn’t have a date for the social; Grandma is still feeling sick ...read more
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