Sermons on Prayer For Lost People:

The Spirit Of Prayer

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jul 30, 2014

A sermon that highlights four things that suppress, subdue, quench, or limit the Spirit of Prayer that dwells in believers.

Introduction In Zechariah 12:10, the prophet Zechariah prophesied that a spirit of prayer and supplication would be poured out on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem. We can deduce from this scripture that there is a Spirit of Prayer. When we look at Romans 8:26-27, we understand ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 12:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Successful Prayer

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

If success is pleasing God, and God is not pleased with all kinds of external forms and activities, where the heart is far from him, than it follows that the only road to spiritual success is the road to inner space.

Henry Brown prayed for a way to escape. He was a slave in Richmond, Virginia, and desperately wanted to be free. He finally felt his prayer was answered when he was inspired by a unique idea. He had the plantation carpenter construct a box the same size of the largest boxes that were shipped in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

Prayer And Patience

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on May 23, 2020

When Jesus told the Apostles and Mary and his brothers to wait for the coming gift of the Holy Spirit, they had no idea how long they had to wait for. A sermon on Prayer.

“It’s alright for you thinnies” Boris Johnson apparently told the cabinet as he explained his desire to start a new campaign against obesity once the Covid crisis is over. “It’s alright for you thinnies” Boris has come to see the fact that he is overweight as one of the reasons why he suffered so ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Anglican

Definitions Of Prayer

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jan 10, 2007

what the Bible says about what prayer is--a defintion from scripture.

Intro: most of the sermons on prayer generally emphasize the need of prayer, the how to of prayer, the outcome of prayer. Tonight, I would like to simplify this subject by looking at, "Definitions of Prayer." The bible is full of verses that include the words pray, prayed, praying—in examining ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prayer In The Jailhouse

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 17, 2025

What about those times that you are doing everything you know to do...and things are not going the way you planned.

Jailhouse prayer Acts 12:1-12:19 Good morning everyone, Please turn to the book of Acts chapter 12 Have you ever prayed a jailhouse prayer? We have all prayed desperation prayers when we were in a jam. Lord it is me again! Lord if you get me out of this jam… I will… But what about those times ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Nazarene

The Necessity Of Prayer

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 31, 2006

God acts when man pray. The asking is critical to the task at hand. We are not dealing with a reluctant Father, but a God who is willing to respond. Prayer accomplishes God’s will.

James 5:17-18, 1 Kings 18:41-46 The Necessity of Prayer James 5:17-18 17 Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. 18 Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops. Elijah ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prayer Meeting

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Oct 21, 2016

This is a sermon calling us to repentance from a better than thou attitude of the Pharisee

When we look at the text today we see that Dr. Luke made no bones about who Jesus was addressing in this parable. Jesus was telling this parable to the high and mighty, holier than thou folks. He was addressing the religious folks that acted like they were just a little better than everyone else. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Effective Prayer Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Effective Prayer

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Effective Prayer Luke 18:1-8 January 24, 2009 Today is Sanctity of Life Sunday. Most of us would agree that taking the life of the unborn is an injustice just like taking the life of one who is handicapped or even taking the life an older person because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conditional Prayer? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 10, 2020

We must never pray to God with conditions!

Let’s continue to worship our Lord by continuing to learn from the Book of Judges; open your Bibles to Judges 11……… I’ve asked Janet Hansen to read for us this morning…….. We will note today a very sad ending to a young girl……. Let us summarize the story and highlight notes for us. v1: Jephthah ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prayer Of Invocation

Contributed by John L Jefferson on Sep 30, 2025

We want to thank Supervisor Mitchell and her staff for the opportunity to participate in this occasion.

Let us pray, Almighty and Gracious Father, You who are ancient of days, You who have no beginning nor ending, You who crafted the world out from your words “Let there be” and it was, You who crafted humanity and shaped us in your own image. We who are weak and frail come to this place and invoke ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Noble Prayer

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Dec 24, 2008

A prayer for every heart to be content.

A Noble Prayer Proverbs 30:7-9 God has provided a wonderful avenue for the sinful man to reach Him in prayer. Unfortunately, too many prayers are like “shopping lists.” We go to God with a very clear understanding of what we want Him to do for us. I. The Petition (7) Two things I ask of you, O ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Principles Of Prayer

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Oct 21, 2002

When speaking in regards to prayer, do you know of anything more valuable to a Christian than that of prayer?

Outline: Principles Of Prayer Luke 18:1 Text: “Jesus told them a story showing that it was necessary for them to pray consistently and never quit.” When speaking in regards to prayer, do you know of anything more valuable to a Christian than that of prayer? Prayer is more valuable than the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

A Knight Of Prayer

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 18, 2009

Sermon on prayer

“A Knight of Prayer” August 31, 2008 "When you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Holiness

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by David Cramer on Sep 11, 2009

The power of prayer

George Mueller was known for his powerful prayer. In the course of his ministry to the orphans of England, he never asked for financial assistance from men - only God... and he constantly received what was needed to the penny. Once while on his way to speak in Quebec for a engagement. On the deck ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Privilege Of Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 24, 2023

This sermon encourages the congregation to embrace the new year by praying continually, trusting in God's promises, and actively participating in His work.

Good morning, family of faith. As we gather here today, I am reminded of the words of the great theologian, J.I. Packer, who once said, "Once you become aware that the main business that you are here for is to know God, most of life's problems fall into place of their own accord." Today, we're here ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Topics: New Year's Prayer, Privileges