Sermons on Prayer For Believers:

David's Prayer. Complete.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 11, 2025

"The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much" (James 5:16).

DAVID'S PRAYER. Psalm 86:1-17. PSALM 86:1. Whatever troubles the Psalmist was facing, he recognises two things: the greatness of the LORD (YHWH), and his own smallness. Such is his humility when he asks the LORD to “Bow down (His) ear” to such a one as is “poor and needy.” The petition is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Prayer Is Essential Before Sleep? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

Sleep is a vital aspect of our physical and mental well-being, but how can we rest peacefully without first seeking God's guidance and protection?

Sleep is a vital aspect of our physical and mental well-being, but how can we rest peacefully without first seeking God's guidance and protection? Prayer before sleep is a crucial habit that brings us closer to God and ensures a tranquil night's rest. Let's explore Bible verses that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5, Philippians 4:6, Psalm 3:5, Psalm 37:5, Isaiah 58:11  (view more)  (view less)

Hear My Prayer O Lord Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jul 28, 2023

We continue to look at the prayers within the Bible; not to memorize but to see how others prayed.

“Hear My Prayer O Lord” Psalm 102 We continue to look at the prayers within the Bible; not to memorize but to see how others prayed. I don’t know about anybody else but this study is helping me to pray in a manner that is in line with the Bible. I have to be honest and say that my prayers have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Mansion, Prayer Room Or Pup Tent?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 6, 2016

Does the Word shape your thoughts about Heaven or old songs and your desires?

This issue has caused me some grief over the years and it is such a petty issue. Yet, some have made it a massive doctrine to be staunchly defended like the Trinity and Substitutionary Atonement. It came up in a discussion of something else tonight so I figured it was a good time to throw it out ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

David's Prayer Of Repentance

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 19, 2019

Looking at sin and wrong reactions to sin. And then David's repentance to his sin.

I have been meditating on sin and our reactions to sin over this last week. What Ever Happened to Sin? R.C. Sproul put it this way: “We are not sinners because we sin; we sin because we are sinners.” The heart or mind of a person is already polluted with something that is opposed to the authority ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-11, Genesis 31:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Praying The Lord's Prayer

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 27, 2021

Simple outline of the Lord's prayer. I used this to share notes and then pray on each topic. We called this our Look Up! service.

Begin with Praise – This is where true prayer begins. Mat 6:9-13 In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Too many times we begin our prayers with selfish request. Focusing too much on self. Surrender – This is where we surrender to God’s will and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Prayer That Invites God’s Presence Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 14, 2025

Prayer is not just a spiritual exercise—it is an invitation to the Almighty God to step into our lives and situations.

PRAYER THAT INVITES GOD’S PRESENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 5:16-18 Supporting Texts: Luke 18:1-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 1 Kings 18:36-38, Acts 10:1-4 INTRODUCTION: Prayer is not just a spiritual exercise—it is an invitation to the Almighty God to step into our lives and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Zechariah's Answered Prayer Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Dec 8, 2025

Based on Luke 1:5-17 - Challenges hearers to consider that God answers the prayers of His children.

“ZECHARIAH’S ANSWERED PRAYER” Luke 1:5-17 FBCF – 12/7/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Laine Kiffin last wk. Lots of strong feelings felt. Lots of strong opinions voiced. Lots of strong words spoken. Some of you already had feelings stir up inside you as soon as you heard his name. Be clear: I’m not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

What The Bible Teaches About Prayer

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 13, 2025

During the days of the apostle Paul, there were no Bible colleges and seminaries as we have today to train young ministers as we have.

Illus: When a young man felt God was calling him into the ministry, we take it for granted that if he can, he will go to Bible college and seminary and get all the training that is available. But those who start late in life into the ministry they are not able to do this because they already have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

P.u.s.h. Prayer

Contributed by Tony Searles on Apr 22, 2002

A message used to encourage the body to continually pray...and not to become doscouraged with unanswered or delayed answered prayers.

Stand & Read - 1 Thes. 5:17 “…pray without ceasing…” “P.U.S.H. Prayer!” I am thoroughly convinced that we are to be a praying people… We are called to be people who are serious about pray and busy about praying continually in our lives… Smith Wigglesworth once said, “I don’t want to build ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Other

Combining Prayer & Fasting For Spiritual Victory PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Some spiritual battles require more than human efforts and can only be overcome through prayer and fasting.

Good morning, beloved family. Today, we're going to be diving into the deep waters of Mark 9:29. We'll be talking about the tough stuff – the adversity we all face, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the victory we can find through prayer and fasting. As we gear up for this spiritual battle, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:29

Topics: Spiritual Warfare

The Politics Of Prayer: Interceding For Those In Power

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Oct 18, 2025

The Apostle Paul, in this passage, emphasizes the importance of approaching our leaders and the challenges we face through a lens of faith and supplication.

In moments of political tension and societal unrest, we are called not to retreat into division or despair, but to rise with purpose and unity. 1 Timothy 2:1–7 urges us to lead with prayer, an act of strength, not passivity. It reminds us that our greatest influence begins not in the halls of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Part I: A Matter Of Confession

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 30, 2003

ONLY WHEN WE ARE WILLING TO CONFESS IS GOD OBIGATED TO ANSWER OUR PRAYER!

PRAYER PART I: A MATTER OF CONFESSION NEHEMIAH 1: 1 – 11 FEBRUARY 9, 2003 INTRODUCTION: A NATIONAL PRAYER OF REPENTANCE Joe Wright is the pastor of Central Christian Church in Wichita, KS. On January 23, 1996, He was asked to be the guest chaplain for the Kansas State House in Topeka. He prayed a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer You Can Always Pray

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Aug 11, 2001

There are times when we do not know what to pray. Paul gives us an example of what to pray at those or any time.

A Prayer You can Always Pray Ephesians 1:15-17 S. I. C. C. August 5, 2001 (Morning Service) I would have liked to have seen Paul’s prayer list. It must have been a douse. I am sure he prayed for all the churches he started and for the ones he had heard about and acquired an affinity ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prayer Of Jabez: Ask For His Presence Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Aug 14, 2001

This is the fourth installment in an ongoing series based on I Chronicles 4:9,10.

ASK FOR HIS PRESENCE I Chronicles 4:10c INTRODUCTION: Three ministers were discussing the importance of prayer and the appropriate positions for prayer. As they were talking there was a telephone repairman working on the phone system in the back of the room. One minister said that he felt the key ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ