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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Praying Through A Pandemic

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2021
     | 6,900 views

    The church ought to pray with great expectation because (1) God sees our trials, (2) God hears our prayers (3) and God will take care of our enemies.

    Acts 12:5 “Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him.” The graphic scene of Acts 12 is not strange to the Church. The church has always faced opposition. Since its inception, the devil has been trying to stop the church and even to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Revival-The Praying Series

    Contributed by Robert Rhodes on Nov 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,730 views

    It takes prayer to get the power for real revival.

    Several days ago I was walking and thinking about the pain of so many people. addiction-divorce-joblessness-financial difficulties and even some are homeless At that time I knew of two different families with no income and about to be evicted. The stress, depression and pain are everywhere. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Helpless Praying

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 30, 2007
    based on 20 ratings
     | 26,265 views

    You cannot know that God answers helpless prayers until you are in a helpless and hopeless situation. Only then will you come to know God as the God who answers helpless prayers.

    Tonight we’re talking about the power of helpless praying and what happens when we understand what God can do through our prayers. The Secret of Your Power Is Your Weakness What is the secret of power to you? If you’re Popeye, I guess the secret of power is a can of spinach. If you’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pray For Us Preachers Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 3, 2016
     | 4,179 views

    The homily is the touchstone for judging a pastor’s closeness and ability to communicate to his people.

    Thursday of 13th Week in Course Today Jesus’s words are about preaching and service. They are directed to us, to the clergy leaders of the Church, primarily, but really to all Christians. Saint Francis lived out this vocation–he took with him on his journeys almost nothing. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Power Of A Praying Church

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 3, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,927 views

    In Acts 12. we see the power that's at our disposal if we will seek God in intercessory prayer. Peter was going to be executed the next morning, but because Christians prayed, God sent an angel. He'll do it today if we pray! This message will preach!

    THE POWER OF A PRAYING CHURCH Acts 12:1-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHERE JESUS WAS BORN 1. A backwoods Texan asked a woman to marry him and she said, “We can’t get married unless you’re a Christian.” So he went to a Catholic church and said he wanted to join. 2. The priest said, “Well, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of A Praying Church

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 30, 2004
    based on 69 ratings
     | 55,674 views

    UNLEASHING GOD’S POWER IN THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH.

    THE POWER OF A PRAYING CHURCH ACTS 12:1-10 I. INTRODUCTION A PRAYING CHURCH IS A POWERFUL CHURCH, AND A POWERFUL CHURCH IS A PRODUCTIVE CHURCH, AND A PRODUCTIVE CHURCH IS A PROGRESSIVE CHURCH, AND A PROGRESSIVE CHURCH IS PREGNANT WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL. YES MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS, WE SHOULD ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Someone Is Praying For You

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014
     | 12,390 views

    You are going to make it because Jesus Himself is praying for you. Our text tells us that Jesus does pray for us in heaven. We will also examine other passages that tell us how Jesus has prayed for us, and how He is praying still.

    Someone Is Praying for You: Jesus Christ, Our Intercessor Text: John 17 & Hebrews 7:23-25 23 Also there were many priests, because they were prevented by death from continuing. 24 But He, because He continues forever, has an unchangeable priesthood. 25 Therefore He is also able to save to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of A Praying Mother Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 3, 2025
     | 426 views

    The story of Hannah in the book of 1 Samuel is a compelling portrait of a woman who knew how to carry her burden to the Lord in prayer.

    THE POWER OF A PRAYING MOTHER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 1:1–2:11 Supporting Texts: James 5:16, Psalm 34:15, Luke 1:13, Isaiah 66:2, Proverbs 31:30 INTRODUCTION: The story of Hannah in the book of 1 Samuel is a compelling portrait of a woman who knew how to carry her burden to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Becoming A Praying Church

    Contributed by Sherry Burton on Feb 17, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 18,574 views

    I Thess 5:17 Pray without ceasing God wants us to become a praying church. And that is what we must do in order for our church to grow.

    BECOME A PRAYING CHURCH Open In Prayer I. Read: 1 Thess 5:17 “Pray without ceasing” A. God wants us to become a praying church. And that is what we must do in order for our church to grow. 1. As I have told you in the past, Paul is not telling us to pray 24hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pray Like Elijah Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 30, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,221 views

    James teaches on prayer and James refers directly to a prayer of Elijah the prophet in the Old Testament.

    MONDAY MORNING QUARTERBACK SERIES PRAY LIKE ELIJAH JAMES 5:13-18 #JAMESatCCC [INVOLVE KIDS: Call up kids and have them hold a sign. Read the Scripture and as you read walk behind the line of them and touch them on the shoulder. When you touch them on the shoulder, have them raise their sign ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Teach Us To Pray Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 10, 2014
     | 4,384 views

    the first thing to know is how to pray

    We just finished studying the First Letter to the Christians in Thessalonica. Before we study the Second Letter to the Thessalonians, especially as we live out this New Year, let us be challenged with the prayer “Lead us not into temptation!” I normally do not do topical sermons but ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Being Led Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 2, 2019
     | 6,190 views

    The author of Hebrews commands the congregation to remember, imitate, have confidence in and submit to godly leaders. The godly leaders who should be imitated are those who have a consistency in their relationship with Jesus, are biblically wise, and who equip the church to be distinct.

    Message Hebrews 13:7-17 Being Led When you read through your Bible, especially the New Testament, you will regularly come across headings. The purpose of the headings is to give guidance on the different sections of Scripture that part of the same topic or section. The technical term for this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    First Of All Pray Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 1, 2004
    based on 239 ratings
     | 37,403 views

    Pray should be the first impulse rather than the last resort of Christ’s people.

    First of All—Pray: Part 1 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO C. H. Spurgeon was one of the most popular and successful preachers of Victorian England. His Metropolitan Tabernacle drew thousands each Sunday. Often hundreds would stand ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    Praying Like Jabez Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,609 views

    Bold praying like Jabez --not praying Jabez’s prayer--will lead us closer to the center of God’s will for our lives.

    The Prayer of Jabez 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Have you read the little book The Prayer of Jabez by Bruce Wilkinson? If you haven’t, you are one of the few who hasn’t. Dr. Bruce Wilkinson’s book has made Christian publishing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Talton avatar

    When The Church Prays

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002
    based on 128 ratings
     | 12,179 views

    When the church prays as a body, God accomplishes great things in His world.

    September 16, 2001 Acts 4:23-31 “When the church prays” 1. The church prays in response to God‘s actions. (4:23-24)  They were thankful for God’s deliverance. [recount the events that led up to this impromptu prayer meeting] Sometimes, God chooses to rescue His people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist