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  • Nate Herbst avatar

    A Heart Of Prayer

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Mar 7, 2009
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     | 5,473 views

    The object of prayer is not the point of prayer - the fellowship with God is and it is in that fellowship, that co-laboring with Christ in prayer, that God works.

    Those who do not believe do not pray. This is a good functional definition of faith. Faith prays, unbelief does not. - John Hardin How should we pray?
 Follow Jesus’ example - Lk.5:16, 6:12.
 Follow Jesus’ format: Mt.6:5-13 - "And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Patrick avatar

    The Reverse Prayer

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,646 views

    This sermon examines God’s pursuit of us and the prayer that results.

    Have you ever caught yourself doing something in reverse? That happened to me on my first attempt at snow skiing. We were in Boone North Carolina and had chosen a beginner slope as a place to sharpen our skills. However, yours truly (out of control) skied onto a slope with a black diamon rating. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Billy Noel avatar

    The Prayers Of The Righteous

    Contributed by Billy Noel on Jun 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,559 views

    The of the righteous are effective

    Prayers of the Righteous James 5: Over the last few weeks I have spent a great deal of time on the matter of prayer Two weeks ago we talked about divine healing but the emphasis was on prayer Sunday we talked about the simple matter of asking But greater that the position or posture for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Lord's Prayer

    Contributed by Brian Credille on Jun 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,098 views

    This message looks at the prayer Jesus prayed for His disciples, and for all who would believe in Him.

    The prayer of Jesus found in the Sermon on the Mount is often called "The Lord’s Prayer." It would be more accurate to call it "The Model Prayer," because Jesus uses it to teach us how to pray. In John 17, we find a very personal, heartfelt prayer by our Lord. It is truly accurate to call it, "The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe La Rue avatar

    The Privilege Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Joe La Rue on Apr 28, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 22,984 views

    An examination of the tremendous privilege of prayer, and how we can make better use of the privilege.

    Title: The Privilege of Prayer Series: Prayer 101 (Sermon # 1) Text: Philippians 4:6-7 Preached: April 27, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Introduction A. Hook: Recently I came across something called Prayers of Children, containing prayers little kids had prayed to God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Arliss Beavers avatar

    The Prayer Of Jabez

    Contributed by Arliss Beavers on May 12, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,408 views

    One man who prays a prayer totally according to God’s will, and he has learned to leave selfishness out of his prayer.

    5-12-08 The Prayer of Jabez 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Jabez prayer gets answered Before we get to this verse there are other verses concerning getting prepared for ministry. Such as: 1.Lord, enlarge my heart Psalms 119:32 2.Present your bodies a living sacrifice, which is your reasonable service ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Colin Bain avatar

    Prayer For Disciples Series

    Contributed by Colin Bain on May 1, 2009
     | 3,637 views

    A brief overview and look at the prayer that Jesus taught His disciples to prayer in order that they might fulfill their prayer life and real life

    What is the state of your prayer life? I imagine if I asked each one of you today, I would be hard pressed to find even one person who could say “Yes, Captain, my prayer life is one area of my life where I can confidently say I have no problems” If you are anything like me, you will struggle with ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Prayer Of Sorrow Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 114 ratings
     | 56,585 views

    Why would Jesus pray to have the "cup" taken away, if He knew that wasn’t going to happen? Was His prayer simply an excercise in futility, or was there something more to it? I learned some surprising truths as I prepared this sermon.

    OPEN: A minister noticed a young boy kneeling off to the side of the room after youth group and praying very fervently. As the preacher came within earshot of the boy, he was surprised to hear the boy saying: "Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo." After the boy finished his praying the preacher approached him ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Psalms As Prayer

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 18, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,334 views

    Psalms as prayer, Simple prayers model the use of the psalms of prayers. Do we offer simple prayers with expectation and desire and pain...The Psalmist shows us that we can.

    Psalms As Prayer God is Great, God is Good Let us thank Him for our food. Amen Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should Die before I wake, I pray the Lord my Soul to take. God Bless Mommy, Daddy, Grand ma, Grand Pa, The dog, the cat …..Amen Prayers of children, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Meaning Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Nov 6, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,822 views

    The Meaning of Prayer

    The Meaning of Prayer 01. It’s a relationship with God - Matthew 6:9-15; learning how to pray 02. It’s revealing our love for God - . Deuteronomy 6:5; 11:1, 13, 22;19:9; 30:6 . Psalm 5:11; 18:1; John 21:15-17 03. It’s finding refuge in God - Psalm 7:1; 9:9; 28:8; 32:7; 46:1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Hindrances To Prayer Series

    Contributed by Ric Veal on Nov 7, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 9,078 views

    Why our prayers are not answered?

    HINDRANCES TO PRAYER 01. Useless attitude – 2 Chronicles 7:14 / pride 02. Un-confessed sin – Psalm 66:18 03. Unconcerned desire – Proverbs 21:13 / lack of generosity 04. Ungodly passion – Ezekiel 14:3 / idols 05. Un-restored brothers – Matthew 5:23-24 / relationships 06. Unrighteous / ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Wilkerson avatar

    Prayer 101 Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 10, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,003 views

    General discussion on the nature of Prayer and introduction into the series

    One cannot escape any number of jokes and misunderstandings when it comes to the concept of prayer. Most of us have heard about the child who believed God’s name was Harold because each week they prayed, "Our Father who art in heaven, Harold be thy name". Likewise, there is the story of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Allen James avatar

    A Thankful Prayer Series

    Contributed by Allen James on Nov 16, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,654 views

    This is the second message the Eucharist series exploring Colossians 1:9-14 as Paul reveals three essentials for a thankful prayer.

    INTRODUCTION: Authentic thanksgiving through prayer is a true REFLECTION of the gratitude in our hearts for GOD’S ACTIVITY (past, present, & future). Transition: Ex. of A.C.T.S. prayer. We must be careful not to reduce thanksgiving in our prayer to a section or checklist in preparation for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Adam Cain avatar

    Prayer Types

    Contributed by Adam Cain on Dec 4, 2009
     | 6,806 views

    Categories of prayers that God likes and dislikes

    Prayer Types (10/17/2001) Before we discuss prayer let’s actually pray. God, bless these words and bless those that hear them. May the words fall on receptive hearts and be applied as truths from your word. Amen The Bible says a lot about prayer. Did you know there are 667 prayers recorded in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forcefield Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 29, 2010
     | 4,271 views

    Put on the first 6 pieces of the armor of God (BBSSSH) before praying, then talk to God, worship Him, and ask for anything in accordance to His will!

    Today is known as Palm Sunday because about 2000 years ago Jesus Christ entered the City of Jerusalem and the people worshiped Him with palm branches! We read in Matthew 21:7-11, Jesus entered the City of Jerusalem on a donkey and the crowds that went before him and that followed him were shouting, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible