Sermons on Prayer For Workers:

Conditions For Answered Prayer

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003

Prayer is work and takes much effort so getting answers to prayer is important.

Conditions for Answered Prayer Heb 4:16 Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. GET RID OF SIN “If I regard wickedness in my heart, the Lord will not hear.” Psalm 66:18 “Behold, the Lord’s hand is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7, Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hindrances To Effectual Prayer

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 19, 2003

Prayer is such a vital part of the Christian life that we need to be mindful of some things that are hinderances in our prayer life.

HINDRANCES TO EFFECTIVE PRAYER "For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their prayers; but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil." I Peter 3:12 James 5:16 tells us that "the effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much." Let us consider ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:12, James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Persevere In Prayer

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 19, 2003

Five points on how to persevere in prayer

How to Persevere in Prayer October 19, 2003 Introduction: Survey on Prayer: On March 31, 1997, Newsweek magazine published the result of a survey on people’s prayer beliefs and habits. The title of the survey was “Is God Listening?” 87%--of the people believe that God answers prayers. 54%--say ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:41

Denomination: Adventist

"The Prayer Of Jabez"

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 12, 2001

The Prayer of Jabez assures us we can enjoy a fuller life as we become aware of the direction God is moving in our life.

Sermon.994 The Prayer of Jabez” First Chronicles 4:9-10 Are you ready for an adventure that will get you a better life, protect you and not cause you any pain? That sounds like those old time sideshows of the elixir sellers who would peddle their medicine that was believed by the people who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Our Security In Prayer Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 1, 2001

How prayer helps us with two enemies that threaten our security.

We as Americans have a new enemy to fear. I’m talking of course about Osama bin Ladin, the prime suspect in the September 11 terrorist attacks. The son of a Saudi billionaire, bin Ladin has been on the FBI’s most wanted list since 1999. Bin Ladin has been targeting his terrorist actions against our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer - If Two Agree

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 23, 2002

The importance of small group prayer

Prayer – If Two Agree Prayer is one of the foundational practices in the Christian life, yet is probably the most neglected aspect of the Christian life. A Christian who has a weak prayer life has a weak spiritual life or will have a weakening spiritual life. There is no way to achieve the kind ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Mark 11:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

#3 A Prayer For A Graduate Series

Contributed by Alex Perednia on Jun 1, 2003

Using Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21, we have an effective model for praying for what we need.

What would you ask for if you found a genie-in-a-bottle and were granted three wishes that were bound to come true? Graduates, if you could have three wishes fulfilled, what would you ask for? Have you heard the story of a young man who found a genie-in-a-bottle? This young adult is walking down ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

In A Little While-Prayer

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Jun 1, 2003

This sermon is about the necessity of prayer in our lives.

“In a Little While” By Rev. A. LaMar Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church Scripture: John 16:1-24 I yet believe that like the Psalmist that I too shall see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.” That is what faith is. Faith is simply believing that one day we will see the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Laying The Foundation In Prayer Series

Contributed by David Hughes on Jan 26, 2004

How should we respond to the knocks we receive in life? What is the key to building the Church and Christian character? Answer: prayer! We look at the Nehemiah approach.

"Building the church, building Christian character" - Nehemiah 1 [Minister stands right up front with ’lollipop’ microphone in news reporter style] "It has been described as one of the great tragedies and scandals of our time. The once proud city of Jerusalem still lies in ruins more than a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

From The Depths--Prayer

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 15, 2001

A sermon for the 20th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 24 A sermon about Prayer

20th Sunday after Pentecost Gen 32:22-31 Luke 18:1-8 "From the Depths--Prayer" When I was in college, my first two years I was a drama major. I really enjoyed the theater, and the different plays I got to act in, and the different plays I had to read or see. One of my favorite plays, and one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Persistent Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2002

Jesus taught that we should "always pray and not give up." But why? Is God hard of hearing? Is it difficult to get His attention? Or is there something else we don’t understand?

OPEN: The organ in a large church broke down one Sunday morning just before services were to begin. A member of the congregation happened to be a organ repairman and he immediately went to work on the instrument – finding it was a simple electrical problem. When he finally got it fixed it ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Persuasive Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 19, 2002

Exodus 32 tells us God changed His mind. But He can’t do that can He?

OPEN: The story is told of the sharecropper who was charged with stealing his landlord’s mule. The landlord was a rich and domineering man who had few friends among the common people, but the evidence against the defendant was overwhelming. When the jury retired to consider the verdict, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Takes Faith And Prayer

Contributed by Frank Zerbel on Feb 4, 2005

In our lesson today, we explore "The Healing of a Boy With an Evil Spirit" Mark 9:14-29

It Takes Faith and Prayer Pastor Frank Zerbel © 2005 FORGIVEN! Community Church Mark 9:14-29 I can remember one Saturday afternoon in the 60’s as I was outside with the push mower cutting the grass for my father when two men carrying a box down our driveway caught my attention. They sat it down ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Overcoming Opposition By Prayer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 6, 2005

Where do you see yourself in this picture? Are you being pelted by unfair criticism as you are serving Christ? If so, keep on going and God will reward your efforts. Or do you recognize yourself as one who tends to be critical of others? If so, it’s time

Overcoming Opposition By Prayer (Nehemiah 1:4-11) Illustration: There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword, but the tongue of the wise promotes health. --Proverbs 12:18 Critics talk much and do little that is constructive. They are more interested in trying to make themselves look ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unleashng The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 6, 2005

Spiritual lifelessness is bound up in faithlessness which is exhibited in powerless prayer.

(some material from Bill Hybels) SERIES: “THE CHALLENGE TO THE CHURCH FOR 2005” TEXT: MATTHEW 21:18-22 TITLE: “UNLEASHING THE POWER OF PRAYER” INTRODUCTION: A. Prayer has been called “communicating with God” --Here are some prayers from kids written ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ