Sermons on Prayer For Wisdom:

Does Prayer And Faith Complement Each Other? Series

Contributed by Billy Paul on May 12, 2020

Just praying all the time without fleshing out the answers received through prayers would tantamount to being faithless. At the same time, acting without an under girding of trust in God – which is prayer – is also tantamount to being faithless.

Three theologians sat discussing the best positions for prayer while a telephone repairman worked nearby. “Kneeling is definitely best,” claimed one. “No,” another contended, “I get the best results standing with my hands outstretched to Heaven.” “You're both wrong,” the third insisted, “the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:6-15, James 2:14-17, Matthew 6:5-15, Isaiah 1:15, Proverbs 28:9, 1 Peter 3:12  (view more)  (view less)

Try And Try Again Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 25, 2007

Prayer Warriors, Pt. 3

TRY AND TRY AGAIN (ISAIAH 38:1-20) A good friend sent me an introspective e-mail on his birthday: Dear Victor: Today is my big five O day. My life is in half time. Or maybe it has actually passed half time for a long time. Some of my friends went back to be with the Lord at ages like 37 or ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Do We Do With Unanswered Prayer? Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

A look at how to handle situations in which it seems like our prayers are not being answered.

What Do We Do With Unanswered Prayer 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Now, it’s been a few years ago now, but I still think most of you may remember a song by Garth Brooks called unanswered prayers. In the story of the song, the main character runs into his old high school sweetheart at a high school ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Heart’s Desire And Prayer Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 24, 2014

Paul’s desire which should also be our desire. 1- He had the desire to see people saved 2- He had the desire to preach the gospel

INTRO.- My heart’s desire. What is your heart’s desire? I think every human person has desires in life, and often, intense desires. I’m not sure it’s knowledge or wisdom, however, like Solomon asked for in I Kings 3:7-14. There may be certain days when we want wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying Like Jesus/Ten Principles Of Prayer

Contributed by Harvie Neatherlin on Aug 19, 2002

The disciples ask Him, "Lord teach us to pray". This sermon teaches us how to pray based on the principles Jesus taught His disciples.

Have you ever thought about your prayer life? Have you ever examined it and wished that you could be better at communicating with God? Have you ever just felt like there were times when your prayers were just hitting the ceiling and bouncing right back down? I wonder if you¡¦ve ever stopped to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13, Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 4 (Prayer Partners): Interceding For Others

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 13, 2002

What do you do when interceding for others?

Prayer Partners Series By Elmer Towns Lesson 4: What Do You Do When Interceding For Others? A. WHY SO FEW PARTNERS IN PRAYER 1. Ignorance. Many do not know that their partnership in prayer with others can be their greatest ministry. a. Boniface 500 A.D. “We entreat the piety of your ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus,the Good Teacher In The Ministry Of Prayer

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014

As water is important to human life and living, so is prayer to a spiritual soul. Again, when you follow the pattern of the Master-Jesus Christ, you shall make an impact in this generation

As water is important to human life and living, so is prayer to a spiritual soul. Again, when you follow the pattern of the Master-Jesus Christ, you shall make an impact in this generation. You will save your life,church,family,business and nation. Remember,when the disciples were thirsty of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Anglican

(Section 1) - What Is Prayer? & (Section 2) Prayer And God's Work Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 23, 2019

Prayer is the most wonderful act in the spiritual realm as well as a most mysterious affair.

LET US PRAY (Section 1) by Watchman Nee I. WHAT IS PRAYER? A. Prayer is the most wonderful act in the spiritual realm as well as a most mysterious affair. 1. The power of prayer lies not in how much we pray but in how much our prayers are ...read more

Scripture: John 1:7, Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Called To Pray. Study On Prayer And The Lord's Prayer. When To Pray. Part 1

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 23, 2023

Part 1: Called to Pray. Study on Prayer and the LORD's Prayer. When to Pray. Drilling down into “The LORD’s Prayer” and the 7 Prayers and Petitions within that JESUS taught the disciples.

2023.01.22 Called to Pray. Study on Prayer and the LORD’s Prayer. When to Pray. William Akehurst, HSWC Called to Pray. Study on Prayer and the LORD's Prayer. When to Pray. PART 1 Scriptures referenced: Matthew 6:5-15; Jeremiah 33:3; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; 1 John 5:14-15; Matthew 7:7; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 7:7, 1 John 5:14-15, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Luke 22:39-46, Matthew 21:21-22, Mark 11:25, Matthew 6:6, Matthew 18:19-20, Acts 4:24, Acts 4:31, Galatians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Called To Pray. Study On Prayer And The Lord's Prayer. When To Pray. Part 2

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 23, 2023

Part 2: Called to Pray. Study on Prayer and the LORD's Prayer. When to Pray. Drilling down into “The LORD’s Prayer” and the 7 Prayers and Petitions within that JESUS taught the disciples.

2023.01.22 Called to Pray. Study on Prayer and the LORD’s Prayer. When to Pray. William Akehurst, HSWC Part 2: Called to Pray. Study on Prayer and the LORD's Prayer. When to Pray. Drilling down into “The LORD’s Prayer” and the 7 Prayers and Petitions within that JESUS taught the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15, Galatians 4:6, Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Pray For Others Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 28, 2008

65th in a series from Ephesians. Paul’s prayer request helps us learn how to pray for others more effectively.

In his book, Everyone’s Normal Until You Get to Know Them, John Ortberg tells the story about a man who wanders into a small and cluttered antique shop. As he walked up and down the aisles browsing, he saw the usual furniture, lamps, vases and oil paintings common to every antique store. Then he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pray For Our Nation

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 22, 2009

How to be more effective prayer intercessors.

HOW TO PRAY FOR OUR NATION By JERRY FALWELL I want everyone to pray for our nation, so I thought about a sermon that would help people be more effective prayer intercessors for our nation. As I studied my Bible, I found two sources that instructed us how to pray for our nation. First, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Five Reasons We Cannot Make It Without Prayer

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

There is a necessity of a praying church.

Ephesians 6:18-19 KJV Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; [19] And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Need To Know

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

Thanksgiving & Prayer. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Ephesians chapter 1 verses 15-23. Ill: On January 6, 1822, • Heinrich Schliemann was born. • He would one day achieve world renown and great wealth. • When Heinrich Schliemann was seven years old, • A picture of ancient Troy in flames captured his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Brethren

With One Mind

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 30, 2017

Emphasis on being witnesses of Jesus and the foundational place of prayer and the unity of God's people in that journey.

May 28, 2017 Seventh Sunday of Easter With One Mind Acts 1:6-14 Swiss Chalet has a new commercial for their Crispy Chicken special. It is funny to watch as one lone customer, taking a bite says, "This is SO good, I have to tell everyone…immediately!” Then we see him scooting down the street in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14

Denomination: Salvation Army