Sermons on Prayer For Direction:

Prayer Moves God's Heart PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of prayer, the victory found in devotion, and the healing that comes through confession, as guided by God's will.

Hey there, friends! It's so good to be with you today. I hope you're ready to open your hearts and minds to the Word of God. We're going to be looking at a passage from the book of James today, specifically James 5:13-16. It's a passage that speaks volumes about the power of prayer, the victory in ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-16

Topics: Victory, Devotion

Keep The Prayer Wheel Turning PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

This sermon explores the power of prayer, emphasizing its role in promoting peace, procuring power, and providing provision in accordance with God's will.

Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this blessed gathering where we come together under the warm embrace of God's love and His word. We gather here not by chance, but by divine appointment, each one of us carrying a piece of God's grand puzzle, a piece of His wonderful plan. We are here, united ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Topics: Praying Confidently, Walking Closer With God

A Mother's Prayer

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 31, 2020

Today, we will study the subject of prayer by watching something that took place in the life of a woman who wanted desperately to become a mother. This woman’s name was Hannah.

In Paul’s letter to the Ephesian church, he talked about the Christian’s armor. The Christian is told to “Put on the whole armor of God in order to stand against the wiles of the devil.” The Apostle Paul ends this section of Scripture letting his readers know that they also fight their spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Persecution Prayer (Acts 4) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

A study in how the early church prayed: in one accord, to the Sovereign Lord, for spiritual empowerment.

INTRODUCTION: Have you ever heard the idea that you shouldn’t base your beliefs and convictions on a historical book - like Acts? What do you think? Do you think that we should follow the examples of those OUTLINE FOR TODAY WE MUST PRAY IN SOLIDARITY - ONE ACCORD WE MUST PRAY TO A SOVEREIGN ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tabernacle -Altar Of Incense(Prayer) Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Feb 2, 2007

This is 4th message in the Tabernacle series. Altar of incense- There is no alternative for prayer. Pray always,

I. The Altar of Incense: The Symbol of the Prayers and Communion of God’s People Ascending to God, 30:1-10 (Ex.30:1-10) God answers prayer. When we face severe problems, trouble, or crises, God answers prayer. When we face terrible trial or temptation, God answers prayer. When we face sickness, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Thankgiving And Prayer From Prison Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 31, 2008

An introduction to Paul’s "happiest letter."

Philippians 1:1-11 March 30, 2008 Introduction, Thanksgiving and Prayer Acts 16 stories Stopped from going into Asia and Bithynia Macedonian vision Lydia’s conversion Demonized girl Paul & Silas imprisoned and beaten Earthquake & Jailer’s Salvation Rejection of release This is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: *other

Haven't Got A Prayer Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Oct 17, 2009

A series on the life of David as God makes over his heart to prepare him for his role as King. This sermons focuses on a period of David’s life when he lost his prayer.

Sy Pennington Video YOU HAVEN’T GOT A PRAYER When I was 20 years old I met a beautiful young lady named Paige. She was intelligent, she loved God and she attended the church I was going to. I wanted to ask her out on a date. I was painfully shy back then. It’s probably hard for you to ...read more

Denomination: *other

Prayer Nourishes The New Life

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 23, 2015

Oswald Chambers makes a revolutionary observation about prayer. This is a detailed look of different aspects of prayers, and word studies about prayer. Lastly we consider Oswald Chamber’s comment, looking at the Scriptural connections to it.

PRAYER NOURISHES THE NEW LIFE Dan. 1:15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. THE MECHANIC a. Linda meets up with her friend Jill as she is picking her car up from the mechanic. "Everything ok with your car now?" Linda asked. b. "Yes, thank goodness," Jill replied. "I was worried that my mechanic might ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

8. Pillars And Pray-Ers Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 19, 2022

The church's foundation is Jesus, who is the truth. The church is made up of people, who are the pillars that the people of the world see. To show Jesus in our lives, we must have God's power which comes from the right kind of people praying the right kind of prayers.

PASSING CHRISTIANITY DOWN AN EXPOSITION OF FIRST TIMOTHY Sermon 8 PILLARS AND PRAY-ERS E. The Faith Practiced 1. By Praying, Growing People 2:1-8; 3:14-16 Chapter 2 begins a new section running all the way to the end of the letter. It deals with the people of the faith, God’s children, and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

We Need Praise And Thanksgiving

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 21, 2015

Praise isn't always easy. Thanksgiving doesn't always come easily. However, humanity is hardwired for praise. The question is where the praise is directed. This new translation of Psalm 66 offers a fresh look at Old Testament praise for NT believers.

Stop yawning! Quit playing with your smart phones! I know you think you know what this sermon is about, so you figure you can turn off the old brain, ignore the old white guy speaking to hear himself speak, go ahead and fulfill your obligation for Sunday worship, and then, see if Da’ Bears ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-20

Denomination: *other

6 Elements To Warfare Prayer Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 1, 2022

Daniel prayed with resolve—he set his face. He prayed with tremendous reflection—he looked upon God. I hate to say, and so much of my prayer is casual prayer, prayer that comes with almost a take-it-or-leave-it attitude. God is calling us at this late hour to pray with serious concentration.

Americans are riddled with anxiety. Many of you are full of anxious thoughts throughout the night. Many of us feel an impending sense of danger just around the corner. For some, this apprehension is about their jobs, their marriage and their children. Most of us think if we had a little more money, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:3-19

Denomination: Baptist

Prayers That Make God Move

Contributed by Rory Chance on Apr 16, 2007

An expository message on the power of passionate prayer!

Prayer has been called the divine continuum It has been signified as man’s most powerful moment It is the moment in time where man can truly reach beyond his limits to connect with a Limitless God. Prayer yields results…. James 4 Said Ye have not because you ask not James 5 declares that the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:20-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Daniel: The Pay-Off Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Jan 22, 2008

Series on men and women’s prayers in the Bible that made a difference and how prayer truly is the difference maker in our lives. I borrowed the outlines from SermonCentral Pro Contributor Tim Byrd.

Daniel: The Pay-off of Prayer Daniel 6:1-6:28 In his book Deep Thoughts, Jack Handey writes: There used to be this bully who would demand my lunch money every day. Since I was smaller, I would give it to him. Then I decided to fight back. I started taking karate lessons. But then the karate ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Keys - Focus On God Series

Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Jul 17, 2011

Prayer is talking and listening to God. We must not be too busy to listne. God spoke to Elijah in a still small voice. He speaks to us that way, too.

Focus on God “Be still, and know that I am God, I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Ps 46:10 In 1517, an obscure Catholic priest named Martin Luther placed his life in God’s hands when he nailed his 95 theses, his 95 arguments against the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer - Part 5 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 30, 2014

"for Thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory forever. Amen!" Whoa! We know this is true but why is it in some Bibles and not others? Are there some Bibles that are better than others? Were errors made? Should we fight over them? Lord please help us!

Over the last five weeks we have been taking a look at The Lord’s Prayer and today we come to the end of verse 13 which says … Matthew 6:13 “For Thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.” That is a grand statement! I love getting to that part of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Nazarene