Sermons on Prayer Changes Lives:

Effectiveness Of Prayer

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 1, 2025

How can a person make their prayers more effective?

Effectiveness of Prayer Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 11:1-4 1 It happened that while Jesus was praying in a certain place, when He had finished, one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John also taught his disciples.” 2 And He said to them, “When you pray, say: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Prayer Of Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To explore the power, faith, and results of prayer as highlighted in James 5:12-20, emphasizing that God hears, heeds, answers, and delivers through prayer.

Good morning, church family. One of my favorite Christian authors, E.M. Bounds, once said, "Four things let us ever keep in mind: God hears prayer, God heeds prayer, God answers prayer, and God delivers by prayer." As we dive into our sermon today, we'll be discussing the power, faith, and results ...read more

Scripture: James 5:12-20

Topics: Prayer, Saints

A Leper's Prayer

Contributed by Bishop Malcolm Coby, Ph. D. on Aug 20, 2016

Life often presents extreme conditions from which we pray to overcome. Some conditions are described as hopeless. How do you pray in such times? This sermon challenges us to learn from a deplorable condition known as leprosy. Hear the prayer of a leper.

This text illustrates what I choose to call A Leper’s Prayer. Before you think that it is irrelevant, you must understand the level of intensity in prayer that comes from the heart. I can’t think of a situation more drastic, more hideous or more undesirable than that of the life of a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: *other

Spontaneous Prayer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

Spontaneous prayer is much more meaningful and real than planned prayer. Planned prayer is usually locked into formulas, and we repeat the same requests over and over. This kind of prayer gets dull, and it is seen as a duty rather than a joy.

George Buttrick in his large book simply called Prayer tells of why the Acoma Indians in Colorado chose to live on the mesa. The rock gave them safety. The Apaches on the South and the Navajos on the North made them sitting ducks down on the plains, and so they headed for the rocks. A narrow path ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Prayer Is The Igniter PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the power of prayer, using Nehemiah's example, as a first response, a pathway to progress, a means of purification, and an act of praise. Key

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is such a blessing to gather together in this sacred place, to share in fellowship, to lift our voices in song, and to open our hearts to the Word of God. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. For God has a message for us ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Topics: Prayer, Rebuilding

Thru Prayer Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 8, 2019

Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and inner joy are linked together because prayer opens a door to the presence and guidance of the Lord.

Opening Video: Selah “We Must Not” Sermon: Find joy in the journey through prayer! Scripture: Romans 12:12 “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Thesis: Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12, John 17:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2023

To emphasize the transformative power of prayer, encouraging believers to pray with faith and expectancy, just like Elijah did in the book of James.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving deep into the book of James, specifically James 5:16 - 18. It's a passage that speaks volumes about the power of prayer, the necessity of faith, and the beautiful promise of answered prayer. I love how Charles Spurgeon, renowned Baptist preacher, put ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16-18

Topics: God Hears Prayer

The Grandparent's Prayer

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 10, 2007

The blessing you will give to your grandchildren, theri inheritance, begins with this prayer by King David.

The Grandparent’s Prayer Psalm 71:18 Today is a national holiday. It’s Grandparent’s Day, signed into law by President Jimmy Carter after an unanimous vote from Congress in September of 1978. What is a Grandparent? Taken from papers written by a class of 8 year olds: - Grandparents are a lady ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Model Prayer

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

A message on prayer.

THE MODEL PRAYER Matthew 6:9-12 INTRO: One day, our daughter Sarah wanted to write a note to her teacher. As she sat down with pencil in hand, she turned and said, “I don’t know what to say.” She really did know what she wanted to say. She just did not know how to say it. So it was when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Persistent Prayer Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the importance of prayer in the Christian faith, emphasizing the need for patience, precision, and persistence, as exemplified by the widow in Luke 18.

Welcome church! We’ve got an important message today about one of the fundamental aspects of the christian faith. And, as you can probably tell by the title graphics, we’re going to be talking about prayer. We all know that prayer is an important part of our faith. In fact, many of us will commit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Topics: Persistent Prayer, Faith, Patience

"Amazing Prayer” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 1, 2008

PRAYER...our opportunity to talk with the Creator.

Who do you pray for? What grabs your heart in prayer? • Is there a social concern that you’re passionate about? • A ministry direction you’re faithful & fervent in supporting? • Do friends fill up your prayer list? Have a few enemies on it? • Ever pray for governmental leaders? The military in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Prayer To Grow On Series

Contributed by Allen Calkins on Nov 24, 2009

It is essential that Christians remain committed to growing in the Lord in order to have the impact we are intended to have in the world.

A Prayer to Grow On Colossians 1:9-14 INTRODUCTION When it comes to matters of faith, how good is good enough for you? What is your goal in the Christian life? Is your goal to be the best believer you can be for the glory of God? Obviously, our Lord’s desire is for us to continue to grow and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Warfare

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 15, 2021

In Ex. 17:8-13 we see prayer warfare in action: the battle was not determined by who had the superior force or the best trained men. The battle was decided in the spiritual realm. Prayer was decisive. It still is!

PRAYER WARFARE Exodus 17:8-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I remember the story of the lady who locked her keys in her car. She was parked right along a street. She didn’t know who to call, so she just prayed, “Dear Lord, I need you to send someone to help me get into my car. And if you can, send ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Corporate Prayer

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 13, 2006

Hopefully each of us are burdened for the Lord to have His way with us as individuals while having His way with us as a church (i.e., a corporate body of believers). The fact is we all are in this together.We all have a huge responsibility to see God’s pl

CORPORATE PRAYER We continue to look closely at the importance of prayer within our church. Quite frankly, we need to hear from the Lord on several issues our church is now faced with. As well, we need to reckon ourselves to the fact that prayer is not an option for us. Rather, prayer must be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Prayer For Believers Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Sep 28, 2005

Do we truly understand what God has given to us, Paul prays we will.

A crowded United flight was canceled. A single agent was rebooking a long line of inconvenienced travelers. Suddenly an angry passenger pushed his way to the desk. He slapped his ticket down on the counter and said, "I HAVE to be on this flight and it has to be FIRST CLASS." The agent ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Pentecostal