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  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Guidelines For Effective Prayer (3) Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,776 views

    Last in mini-series on prayer, taken from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, and dealing with the necessity of forgiving others.

    Guidelines for Effective Prayer (Part 3) Matthew 6:14-15 May 29, 2005 Introduction We’ve spent the last few weeks looking at what Jesus had to say about prayer, as we’ve looked at his words in Matthew 6. And from these words, we’ve found 8 principles or guidelines for effective prayer. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Hear Our Prayer Lord Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,837 views

    This is the 22nd study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

    Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) HYMN #25: HEAR OUR PRAYER LORD Psalm 25 The disciples asked Jesus, ¡§How should we pray¡¨? The reason they asked this question was not to find some ¡§magical phrase¡¨ to quote, but because they wanted to experience the power of God in their prayers. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Conditions For Answering Prayer

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 57 ratings
     | 6,945 views

    Too many people are frustrated, discouraged and disillusioned when they do not get their prayers answered. Here are eleven ways to help bring in the reign of God and see His will done and find sweet relief.

    God’s Conditions for Answering Prayer Too many people are frustrated, discouraged and disillusioned when they do not get their prayers answered. Here are eleven ways to help bring in the reign of God and see His will done in, through and with your life. Hebrews 4:15-16 - "For we do not have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prayer Ends Where It Began Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,731 views

    Prayer is first and last about seeking God and his glory.

    Prayers Ending and Beginning Matthew 6:13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Tonight we will consider the doxology with which we traditionally end the Lord’s Prayer. I refer to those words: for thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Your House A Lighthouse Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 9, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,413 views

    When our homes become prayer centers, they can become lighthouses to our communities.

    Your House—A Lighthouse Phil 2:12-17 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: We have been exploring the theme of prayer for the better part of year now. In ten months we have looked at some basic principles of prayer, considered an example or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    4 Important Elements Of Prayer

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 8, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 11,697 views

    To consider what Jesus said were important elements of our prayer life from the Lord’s Prayer Model

    For SBC Philippi 7/4/04 am 4 Important Elements of Prayer Matthew 6:9-15 Primary Purpose: To consider what Jesus said are important elements in our prayer life. This is perhaps one of the most familiar passages of Scripture to us, commonly known as the Lord’s Prayer. In many churches, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Real Sinner's Prayer"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 21, 2004
    based on 84 ratings
     | 13,335 views

    In the parable of the Pharisee and the Publican, we see that you can’t impress God. Having "religion" doesn’t impress God. The Publican gives the REAL "Sinner’s Prayer".

    “The REAL Sinner’s Prayer” Luke 18:9-14 INTRODUCTION: Jesus loved to speak in parables. They grabbed people’s attention. If Jesus said, “Once upon a time, there was a man who ….”, then everybody stopped to listen to the story Jesus was about to tell. It’s like … when I stop to tell a joke … ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing A Prayer-Directed Spirit

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,725 views

    Preparing our hearts through prayer for combat with evil

    As we gather this morning we do so at a unique time in our lives.. a time in which our nation is preparing for war… perhaps a war that will unfold in a more drawn out manner… but still with a call to ‘readiness’ that is fitting of war. The National Guard has been called up. Reserves… possible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Esther: Problems, Prayer & Pride Series

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 22, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 23,243 views

    Two opposing traits at work.

    Esther 5:1-14 Problems, Prayer & Pride Woodlawn Baptist Church August 22, 2004 Introduction As we get started this morning, we’re going to take a quick poll. I am looking for people who have problems or difficult challenges facing them. It may be a health related problem, finances, family, work, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Part 2: Fasting & Prayer Series

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Aug 30, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,350 views

    Fasting is a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare: a type of Christ’s sacrifice. Through fasting, we lay down our life (needs, wants, desires) for a friends...

    “The Weapons of Spiritual Warfare II: Fasting & Prayer” (Roll delicious food footage) When it comes to food, we humans can get pretty territorial, can’t we? Food is an all-consuming passion for people today, especially here in America! We love our food, don’t we? Some of us eat to stay alive, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Part I: Fervent Prayer Series

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Aug 30, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,287 views

    If we want to make a difference in the natural realm of our living, we have to start with the spiritual first. “The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power [not natural power, but divine power] to d

    “The Weapons of Spiritual Warfare Pt I: Fervent Prayer” Doing warfare in a world we cannot see… Most of you have a cel phone… How does a cellular phone know there was a call coming in? It receives a message from the presence of radio waves, which are transmitted through the air invisibly. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • John Quigley avatar

    Prayer - A Conversation With God -2 Series

    Contributed by John Quigley on Mar 1, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,615 views

    2nd Sermon dealing with Prayer as a conversation with God.

    "It is taken for granted that all who are disciples of Christ pray. You may as soon find a living man that does not breathe, as a living Christian that does not pray. If prayerless, then graceless." (Matthew Henry Concise Commentary Matthew 6:5-8) Jesus made it clear, prayer was a ministry it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    5 Attitudes Of Effective Prayer

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 1, 2005
    based on 104 ratings
     | 44,980 views

    This sermon outlines five principles needed for an effective and active prayer life.

    Our Scripture text for today is found in LUKE 1. While you are turning to it, let me tell you about a young girl who once wrote a missionary, to let him know that she was keeping him in her prayers. She had been told not to request a response to her letter because the missionary was very busy, so ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Chris Hodges avatar

    How God Answers Prayers

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 230 ratings
     | 25,490 views

    To prove that God hears and answers the Christian’s prayers.

    HOW GOD ANSWERS PRAYERS Text: Matt. 7.7-11 Thesis: To prove that God hears and answers the Christian’s prayers. Introduction: (1) Prayer is one of the most lacking practices of a Christian. (a) Typically, we pray before meals and when we are called upon to pray. (b) Sometimes, we pray when ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Victor Yap avatar

    The Sinner's Prayer Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 29, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,508 views

    Jesus: Friend of Sinners, Part 6 of 7

    THE SINNER’S PRAYER (LUKE 18:9-14) Famed Holocaust novelist Elie Wiesel tells the story of the great rabbi Haim-Gedalia of Upshpitzin, who interceded fervently with God for an innkeeper who was notorious for his many sins. “Very well, I forgive him,” said the Almighty. The rabbi was pleased with ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible