Sermons on Prayer Hardship:

Calling On The Lord

Contributed by Francis Balla on Aug 24, 2012

In the world of advertising especially the TV commercials every scriptwriter understands the power of two words. “CALL NOW” To our great annoyance all most all commercials carry phrases like; “Pick up your phone and call now” “the first 100 callers will g

In the world of advertising especially the TV commercials every scriptwriter understands the power of two words. “CALL NOW” To our great annoyance all most all commercials carry phrases like; “Pick up your phone and call now” “the first 100 callers will get a gift” “not available in stores only ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Stop, Drop, And... Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 6, 2013

Fire safety campaigns have done a great job of preparing children for emergencies through their slogan, 'Stop, Drop, and Roll.' The apostle Paul had a similar slogan.

“Connected: Stop, Drop, and…” Rom. 1:8-10; 1 Thess. 5:12-28 Fire safety campaigns have done a great job of helping people be prepared for emergencies. Their campaign slogan of “Stop, Drop, and Roll” has been indelibly burned into the minds of children so in the event ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pray 3 Times A Day

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To show that we need to pray more frequently with primary goals in mind as we commune with GOD, we become like Him, not to be heard because that's our secondary goal.

I. EXORDIUM: How many times do you pray? Countless times. Whenever I'm alone I pray in tongues or whenever in daily devotions. I still need to frequent my prayer more times as the day is nearing. Matthew 6:8 (Amplified Bible) 6:8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can I Get Life Under Control?

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Sep 1, 2015

Implementing a constant communion with God is a great help for keeping oneself under control in life.

1. Title: How Can I Get Life Under Control? 2. Text: I Thessalonians 5:16-18 3. Audience : Central Christian Church, July12, 2015 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand that prayer is central to dealing with life’s challenges, and to understand what it means to pray continually -for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning To Pray Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Oct 1, 2015

Everyone can and should learn to pray as Jesus taught. We will take a look at what Jesus taught about prayer and apply those truths to our own relationship with God.

Learning to Pray Matthew 6:7-15 7 And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. 8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him. 9 "This, then, is how you should pray: "'Our Father in heaven, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Experiencing Forgiveness “forgive Us” Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 13, 2014

Becoming a Person of Prayer, part 7 Experiencing forgiveness “Forgive us”

Becoming a Person of Prayer, part 7 Experiencing forgiveness “Forgive us” Matthew 6:9-15; Luke 11:1-4 December 19, 2010 We have spent several weeks looking at a tool and a strategy to be more effective in our prayer lives. When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Don't Blame God" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 13, 2014

Many times we blame God but it is the evil powers in the heavenly realms that we need to pray for protection from.

The Ultimate Decision August 13, 2014 I told you of our son Chase talking about the Three Stooges in the Post Office. There is one thing he likes to say over and over again from Shemp. Shemp says “Strange happenings , thats strange”. When I was 14 I played on a freshman basketball ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11

Borewells

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 15, 2014

Praying at all times! Praying with perseverance! I’m not talking about a dull, sleepy, flippant and quick prayer, I’m talking about praying till it pains.

Borewells! Day 37 of 40 days of fasting! Ephesians 6:18 ‘praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints..’ Praying at all times! Praying with perseverance! I’m not talking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

...who Is In Heaven... Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 19, 2014

To what/whom was Jesus referring when He says, "...who is in heaven..." in this prayer He is teaching to His disciples? It is none other than the Sovereign Lord of all Creation!

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 12, 2014 Date Preached: February 12, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Study on the Lord’s Prayer Sermon Title: Who is in Heaven… (Sermon 3) Sermon Text: Matthew 6:9-13 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

I Need Daddy!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 8, 2013

I want someone to crave for God that way! Kick and scream not for goodies, not for cookies, not for gifts, not for blessings, not for healing but just to be in His Arms!

I don’t need mom – I need Daddy! Exodus 33:18:”Lord,….Please, show me Your glory…!” Let this message set you on fire for God! The little adorable kids of our Abide Angel Home come very early in the morning to stay with us the whole day: they would play, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Avenge Me Of Mine Adversary! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jul 14, 2013

Never give up praying and interceding before God for he loves your importunity!

I have read many books on prayer including all E M Bounds books on the topic. Recently I read a book called “Unrelenting Prayer” by a man called Bob Sorge. Bob Sorge was a pastor and worship leader, who several years ago, suffered an accident to his throat. Can you think of anything ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's A Man To Do? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 21, 2013

The men of a congregation are to provide leadership in public prayer.

“I desire then that in every place the men should pray, lifting holy hands without anger or quarreling.” [1] Males receive bad press in this present day. Social engineers, many thoroughly indoctrinated in feminist philosophies, appear determined to ensure that little boys will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Teach Us To Pray

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 20, 2019

What is the secret to prayer?

Lord, Teach Us to Pray Luke 11:1-13 The Christian life is to be one of prayer. And as much as we know this, we seem to have so much trouble praying. The question presented to Jesus is one we all ask. We stumble around and try to pray. We go through a list of names of people to pray for and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Teach Me To Pray!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 18, 2019

I find it so interesting that the boys never ask Jesus teach us HOW TO PRAY? They asked Jesus TEACH US TO PRAY. If we are anemic in prayer all of our spiritual life will be anemic. Lord, teach us to pray.

TEACH ME TO PRAY! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We will never be any better in our public prayer life than we are in our public prayer life. If we are anemic and weak in prayer everything we do will be anemic. *WHAT MOTIVATES US TO PRAY? IS THE ONLY TIME WE PRAY WHEN WE ARE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1, Luke 18:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's All Over But The Praying Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Dec 5, 2018

Keep praying always and don’t lose heart. Today we’re going to listen in as Jesus explains to His disciples why it is so important to persist in prayer … and then we’re going to look at what we miss out on when we don’t spend dedicated time with the Lord each day.

As a courtesy, a guest preacher was asked to give the offertory. Seeking to impress his captive audience, he went on and on … and on. Finally, one man leaned over to his neighbor in the pew and said: I don’t know about you but I’d double my offering right now if he’d just shut up!” You might ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Luke 11:5-8

Denomination: United Methodist