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  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    Why God Wants Us To Pray

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 17, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 12,816 views

    God really does want us to pray. This sermon tells us why.

    May 18, 2003 Title: Why God Wants Us to Pray Text: Luke 18:1-8 Introduction We continue to focus on our global mission: Loving God...Reaching Families...Making Friends. This year, our vision to accomplish our mission is... Christ First The "I" in Christ stands for Intercessory Prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Prayer - For Those Of Us Who Struggle

    Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jul 26, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
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    A talk on prayer preached at St Christophers Hanwell 28 July 2025, at a Cafe Communion service - where people sit around tables and the sermon is inevitably quite interactive.

    INTRO “one of his disciples said to him, ‘Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples” [Luke 11:1] Martin Luther, the 16th Century reformer, was once asked much time he spent in prayer. “An hour a day” he said. “But what about if you are really busy?” “If I am really busy I have to spend ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    We Have Nothing

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on May 21, 2009
     | 2,860 views

    After Jesus taught His disciples to pray, He shared some parables about our persistence in prayer and the certainty of God’s great gift in answer--the Holy Spirit.

    For someone who doesn’t have a lot to be proud of, I’m afraid that I have to confess that I have acted with pride far too often in my life. Now, I don’t mean that I’ve surrounded myself with a “posse” of fans and supporters. I don’t mean that I’ve deliberately put anybody down or ignored them ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    It's Yours PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023
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    Explores the power of prayer, encouraging persistence in prayer and trust in God's promises.

    Friends, brothers and sisters, we gather here today under the banner of faith, united by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We come to this sacred space from all walks of life, carrying the burdens of our hearts, the joys of our souls, and the questions of our minds. We come seeking comfort, ...read more

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  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Paul's Prayer For Philippi Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 20, 2016
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,444 views

    To discuss Paul's prayer for Philippi. This should be our prayer for this congregation in all earnest and sincerity. That it abound in love and grace; approve of things that are excellent; and abide blamelessly until the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. That they abound more in love 2. That they approve things excellent 3. That they abide without offense E. Remarks. 1. The apostle Paul held a great regard for the Philippians church. While in prison he prayed for them. His prayer was one of concern and the love of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ronnie Miller avatar

    Just Remember Who The Star Of The Show Is…..it’s You

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jan 31, 2013
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    Just how does God expect us Christians to live in such a dark and evil time that we live? Paul says in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving. Everything in prayer….I believe thankfulness motivates prayer and prayer in turn motivates than

    Just remember who the star of the show is…..it’s You Philippians 4:6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rebuilding Faith - Believing God’s Faithfulness - #3 Series

    Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 5, 2012
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    The "Rebuilding Faith" series focuses on seven steps to experiencing a renewal of faith. Using the REBUILD acrostic, each steps prepares the audience for taking one more step in their journey of faith.

    Session Three: Believing God’s Faithfulness Scripture Focus: Nehemiah 4 A Word to Session Leaders This third session is all about the faithfulness of God. At the same time, I want to take an opportunity to speak from one teacher/pastor to another as I express my gratitude for your own ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Church Prays

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Oct 1, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,286 views

    If you understand what scripture and church history says about the primacy of praying together, you will never again view prayer time the same. We must prayerfully step forward in our participation and confidence in prayer, not just as an individual, bu

    When the Church Prays Main Passage: Acts 6:1-5 If you understand what scripture and church history says about the primacy of praying together, you will never again view prayer time the same. We must prayerfully step forward in our participation and confidence in prayer, not just as an individual, ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Pray In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 9, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,397 views

    What does it mean to pray "in the Spirit", and how do we start?

    Pray “In The Spirit”: A Season of Prayer Eph 6:18 June 10, 2007 Intro: Some people pray in their car. Some people pray in their rooms. Some pray in their office, in their shower, or in their pj’s. Some people pray in their heads, others pray in spoken words, and some even pray in languages ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Says No

    Contributed by Bryan Dill on Jun 17, 2006
    based on 129 ratings
     | 70,977 views

    I want us to look at what happens when God says no. Does that mean that God doesn’t care for us? Does it mean that He’s being cruel? Let’s take a look at a couple different times in scripture when God said no to his children’s prayers.

    WHEN GOD SAYS NO Barbara Kerby has written a humorous reflection about her first experience of driving. Barbara’s father took her to the high school parking lot for driving lessons. For this particular lesson, Barbara’s three-year-old sister rode along in the backseat. While trying to negotiate a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Three Of God’s Responses To Prayer Series

    Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 9, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,807 views

    Sermon series on 1 John

    Series: 1 John Week: 24 Passage: 1 John 5:13-17 Title: Three of God’s Responses to Prayer Focus: Prayer INTRODUCTION: A tale is told about a small town that had historically been "dry". One day a local businessman decided to build a tavern in the middle of town. A group of Christians from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Divine Dialogue Part 5 Dealing With The Promises Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 9, 2018
     | 3,938 views

    Fifth in prayer series dealing with the promises of prayer and problems with unanswered prayer

    “Divine Dialogue” Pt 5 Promise and Problems Regarding Prayer I. PERSPECTIVE ON PRAYER -- What is prayer? II. PURPOSE OF PRAYER – Why Pray? A. PRAYER FACILITATES INTIMACY WITH GOD B. PRAYER FOSTERS HUMBLE DEPENDENCE C. PRAYER FURTHERS GOD'S WORK D. PRAYER FORTIFIES THE SOUL ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Standing In The Gap

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 25, 2002
    based on 315 ratings
     | 24,068 views

    What is Intercessory Prayer, and why is it necessary for our church, our community and our nation?

    This morning we want to prepare for the coming New Year with the most important topic a Christian church can entertain – the ministry of Intercessory Prayer. What I want to place before you this morning is based upon Scripture and has formed the most firm belief inside me that the most important ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Darrin Fish avatar

    How To Get The Most From Your Prayer Life

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 3, 2009
     | 1,791 views

    We need to grow in prayer…And the only way that is going to happen is to pray! It’s as simple as that.

    How to Get the Most from Your Prayer Life Ephesians 6:18 You know…the Apostle Paul really knows how to end a letter with a BANG! • In this chapter he starts by talking about Family and having healthy relationships. • Then he goes on to teach us what we need to do in order to have victory over the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Greg Brown avatar

    Privileges Of Believers (1 Peter 2:4-8) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,399 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 2:4-8

    Privileges of Believers As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him—you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. For in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational