Sermons on Prayer For Believers:

The Holy Spirit's Ministry Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

THe omniscience of the Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit’s ministry John 16: 12- 24 Just a couple of weeks ago the date was Friday the thirteenth and as long as I can remember this has always been considered to be an unlucky day. When I lived in Cape Breton as a kid they’d always warn you, be very careful ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

Not My Will, But Yours Series

Contributed by Rob Ketterling on Jul 18, 2014

Teaching the value of praying "Not my will, but yours", and the danger in not praying.

Dangerous Prayers Part 1. Not My Will, But Yours Be Done, By Pastor Rob Ketterling. Well, we are starting a new series called Dangerous Prayers, and I do want to let you know I'm not exactly sure how long the sermon will last because I just moved to 14 font size. As I age, I refuse to wear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Interceding For America

Contributed by Jeffrey Powell on May 31, 2009

The unchurched population is growing exponentially and with that the anti-Christian sentiment is producing a society that God will not support, thus the downward spiral of America.

Interceding for America Psalms 2 After last week’s message I did a great deal more soul searching. For some time now I have not been happy with my own relationship with the Lord. I am increasing more aware of the masses around us who don’t go to church; probably don’t have a relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12, Psalm 2:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel—understanding A Dream

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 7, 2020

The king of Babylon had a dream that bothered him, but nobody could tell him the dream or what it meant. Daniel offered to do this very thing. After Daniel prayed, God showed Daniel the dream and its meaning.

Introduction: After the events of chapter 1, Daniel and his three close friends were part of the king of Babylon’s staff. At a certain unspecified point, the king had a dream which he simply could not understand or figure out. When the other wise men could not tell the king what he had dreamed, he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Thankfulness Overcomes Anxiety Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jun 7, 2010

God gives thankful prayer as a means for the Holy Spirit to dispel anxiety.

Scripture Introduction Philippians 4 offers great hope and powerful remedies for those who would have their hearts and minds guarded from threats of anxiety and despair. [ Read Philippians 4.4-9. ] Philippians 4.6 says, “Do not be anxious about anything….” Jesus said the same in Matthew 6: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Food That Gives Life

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: How many times do you eat and drink? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that JESUS is complete food: food and drink for all of us. IV. TEXT: John 6:35 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Jes

I. EXORDIUM: How many times do you eat and drink? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that JESUS is complete food: food and drink for all of us. IV. TEXT: John 6:35 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Jesus replied, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seeking The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 6, 2015

God delights in prayer that seeks God's heart, not God's handouts.

This morning we’re going to deal with the topic of prayer. And I’m pretty sure that my task this morning, although it is not easy, is actually pretty simple. But let me ask you a few questions just to confirm that: • How many of you think you pray enough? So it looks like I ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Who's Your Daddy Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 10, 2009

What does it mean to call God our Heavenly FATHER

Anyone ever seen the original The Parent Trap with Hayle Mills done in 1961? Have you seen the remake from 1998? In the remake Lindsay Lohan plays the twins and Dennis Quaid is the father. If you know the story then you’ll remember that identical twins, separated at birth by their parent’s divorce ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Will Wait Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010

The purpose of this message is to help us gain a better understanding of how to wait on God - especially as it applies to prayer.

I WILL WAIT Habakkuk 2:1 INTRODUCTION: Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance – you may be seated. (Video) If you have served in the Armed forces of our country, law enforcement or fire department please stand and be recognized (applause) A. Who here likes to wait? 1. Not many of us do, ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Strong In The Face Of Uncertainty Series

Contributed by Michael Carbaugh on May 3, 2009

In the face of uncertainty, Daniel remembers three truths that allow his faith to stand strong which leads to God receiving great praise.

One thing is certain…nothing ever stays the same. I was on facebook this past week and I was noticing the updates posted by a friend with whom I went to college. She now lives in Maine and she posted the comment…the sun is out. A few minutes later she posted another comment that said…the sun ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Baptist

"Welcome The Gift Of Gifts” Series

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Jul 13, 2018

From an inspiration I just read in: Jamieson-Fausset-Brown BibleCommentary Luke11:13. the Holy Spirit—...the Gift of gifts descending on the Church through Christ And so, the title of this sermon.

Title: “The Gift of gifts” Text: Luke11:13; John14:13-17 28thSunday2018 Introduction: From an inspiration I just read in: Jamieson-Fausset-Brown BibleCommentary Luke11:13. the Holy Spirit—...the Gift of gifts descending on the Church through Christ And so, the title of this sermon. Luke11:13 “If ...read more

Scripture: John 14:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Circle Component #3 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 20, 2021

Who is in your circle? Are they the right people? Why? What are the people in our circles supposed to do? We will discover that those who are close matter most!

Circle Check Pt. 4 - Circle Component 3 I. Introduction Circles are everywhere. Entertainment. Games. And one of the most obvious place you see circles is in sports. Holes Balls Goals Pucks Hoops?Huddles Scrums Circles are another way of saying relationships. We instinctively seem to know that ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Turning Your Cave Into A Cathedral! (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Feb 22, 2021

No matter what you are going thru, you can turn your cave of fear, distress, or depression, into a cathedral of prayer and praise!

We are turning again to the book of Psalms for our encouragement and instruction today. Why? 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-6

Pray For One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 13, 2023

Prayer is our privilege and responsibility as disciples of Jesus. Praying for one another can make such a difference in each other's lives.

A. The story is told about three men who were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! God ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18, Acts 12:1-18, Matthew 7:7-11, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Asking Amiss

Contributed by John Mccormack on May 27, 2012

PRAYING GOD'S WILL

ASKING AMISS JAMES 4: 1-3 JAMES, WHOM MOST BELIEVE TO BE THE BROTHER OF CHRIST, WAS THE FIRST SPIRITUAL LEADER IN THE JERUSALEM CHURCH. THE GENERAL THEME OF JAMES WAS TO ENCOURAGE AND CORRECT DISAGREEMENTS AMONG A DIVERSE POPULATION WITHIN THE CHURCH. SOME SCHOLARS SUGGEST THE JEWISH ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist