Sermons on Prayer And Praise:

Prayer And Patience

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on May 23, 2020

When Jesus told the Apostles and Mary and his brothers to wait for the coming gift of the Holy Spirit, they had no idea how long they had to wait for. A sermon on Prayer.

“It’s alright for you thinnies” Boris Johnson apparently told the cabinet as he explained his desire to start a new campaign against obesity once the Covid crisis is over. “It’s alright for you thinnies” Boris has come to see the fact that he is overweight as one of the reasons why he suffered so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Prayer Of The Divine

Contributed by Mary Erickson on May 26, 2020

On the night of his betrayal, Jesus prays that his church may be one, with the same unity that Jesus shares with his heavenly Father

May 24, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 17:1-11 The Prayer of the Divine Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Last Thursday was Ascension Day. 40 days after Easter, the risen Jesus meets with his disciples on a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

It Starts With Prayer Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 8, 2020

First sermon in series from book of Nehemiah. Focuses on Nehemiah's prayer in chapter 1.

“IT STARTS WITH PRAYER” Neh. 1:1-11 6/7/20 – FJCF Jon Daniels INTRO – I don’t think there’s any disagreement or doubt that America is in desperate need of a sweeping revival! Like the one that happened in 1857. - Jeremiah Lanphier, young businessman in NYC, who believed in the power of prayer. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Devoted To Prayer Series

Contributed by Lee Young on Jul 7, 2020

In this series, we will look at what the early church did when they gathered together and why it is important for us to never give up meeting together.

I. When the church gathered together devoting themselves to these four elements, they were filled with awe. They saw the power of God in signs and wonders. They became extremely generous and kind. And the church grew exponentially. II. They devoted themselves to prayer. Why do we need to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-43, James 5:13-16, Hebrews 5:7

Denomination: Nazarene

Christmas Prayer Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 28, 2020

A face-book page posted a picture of a painting The Truth of the Season (painted by Gaye Frances Willard) showing Santa kneeling by baby Jesus in a manger.

Christmas Prayer Santa Keeping Christ in Christmas A face-book page posted a picture of a painting The Truth of the Season (painted by Gaye Frances Willard) showing Santa kneeling by baby Jesus in a manger. Along with that post: "My dear precious Jesus, I did not mean to take your ...read more

Scripture: John 16:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayers Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Dec 5, 2020

We always ought to thank God in all situations

1. Romans 8:31 - What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? • Thank God for all the times He prevailed over the minds of those who would have killed or harm you, in order to spare your life (each time God saved David from Saul; God prevailed in the heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5, Habakkuk 3:17-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayers Of Blessings

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Apr 28, 2020

Through this message I pray The Lord's Blessings over my life and church family.

Prayers of Blessings Numbers 6:23-27 1. Lord I Pray For You To Send Your Blessings (23) A. I speak your blessings over your people B. Through prayer I ask for you to pour out blessings they can receive C. Make protection, favor, mercy, provision, healing, strength, peace, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:23-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer 101 Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 15, 2020

Prayers in the Word

Genesis 15:2-3 But Abram said, “Sovereign Lord, what can you give me since I remain childless and the one who will inherit[a] my estate is Eliezer of Damascus?” And Abram said, “You have given me no children; so a servant in my household will be my heir.” Genesis 21:1-2 Now the Lord was gracious ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 18, 2020

prayer is a formula in which believers use as way to make request, communicate with the Father

prayer is a formula in which believers use as way to make request, communicate with the Father ** we pray so that we don't fall into temptation __( Matt 26:41) __when we pray we focus our energy and emotions in Him that has our being ** prayer deposits power inside us....that power is stored ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 2 Corinthians 13:9

Denomination: Other

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

What we learn about prayer from Acts 12

The Power of Prayer - Acts 12 - 5/31/15 Turn with me this morning the the book of Acts, chapter 12.  M, M, L, J, Acts - the 5th book of the NT.  In the gospels, we find recorded for us the life and ministry of Jesus, who came to live an example for us, die to provide us salvation, and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Desperate Prayer

Contributed by Pablo Catala on Aug 10, 2019

Needing more of God

This evening beloved it is as clear as day as clear as crystal and as sure as the Holy Word of God that prayer is needed amongst many here, not just any type of prayer, not just the momentary prayer, not just the thank you Jesus kind of prayer. This evening I am talking about the earnest prayer, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being Prayerful Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 23, 2019

Recognising that many prayers in the New Testament are in the plural and focus on community, not just individuals, this messages gathers many New Testament Scriptures to teach from Scripture how a church in fellowship together is to be a prayerful church.

Note to preachers This sermon is a collecting of verses all about prayer. I used a power point presentation as I preached so the verses easily followed one another. On the power point I underlines where the words were in the plural to emphasise the community fellowship aspect of prayer. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Serenity Prayer

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 28, 2019

"O God and Heavenly Father, Grant to us the serenity of mind to accept that which cannot be changed; the courage to change that which can be changed, and the wisdom to know the one from the other, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.”

The Serenity Prayer "O God and Heavenly Father, Grant to us the serenity of mind to accept that which cannot be changed; the courage to change that which can be changed, and the wisdom to know the one from the other, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.” Introduction The Serenity Prayer is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Powerful Prayer

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 17, 2019

This message is designed to help people realize the power they have in the privilege of prayer.

Do you realize how much power we have when we pray? Do you realize how powerful prayer is? When you say you’ll pray for something, do you? I see it on Facebook all the time. Someone will request prayer and the responses are, prayers, praying, picture of praying hands. And I wonder, they say ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

Confidence In Prayer Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Oct 1, 2019

Because of who Jesus is, we can be confident in our prayer!

I. Confidence In His Hearing 14 14 Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. A. Confidence In Jesus Built On His Promises. 1. I don’t think it coincidental that John would write this in his letter because he also wrote it ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-17

Denomination: Baptist