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  • João Cruz avatar

    The Prayer That Works

    Contributed by João Cruz on Jan 28, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,755 views

    The Bible is the manual for the prayer that works. When we pray we talk to God, when we read, like now when we are learning, God teaches us how to pray.

    THE PRAYER THAT WORKS The Bible is the manual for the prayer that works. When we pray we talk to God, when we read, like now when we are learning, God teaches us how to pray. I. IF YOU HAVE A CLEAN CONSCIENCE, ASK FOR BLESSINGS. "Beloved, if our heart condemn us not, then have we confidence ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 7, 2003
    based on 347 ratings
     | 26,279 views

    This is a message on the importance and purpose of prayer.

    PERSISTENT PRAYER Luke 18:1-8 INTRO: Jesus wants His church to grow. If a church is to grow, it must prepare to grow. This preparation begins with prayer. Persistent prayer is the foundation of all Christian growth. The Scriptures bear testimony that persistent prayer always has been of utmost ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persistent Prayer Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 10, 2003
    based on 447 ratings
     | 66,633 views

    In this text Jesus give us five wonderful reasons never to give up.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 48 “Persistent Prayer” Luke 18:1-8 Cable television tycoon Ted Turner has often been quoted as being critical of fundamentalist Christianity. Turner made some very revealing remarks at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Revival Prayer"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 26, 2004
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    A message preached on the eve of Revival Services, to prepare for true Revival. Pray is the key to Revival. What do we need to pray for God to revive in our hearts?

    “Revival Prayer” INTRODUCTION: What is the FORMULA for REVIVAL? Prayer, Prayer, Prayer! It’s OK to pray for REVIVAL for this CHURCH … for a broader ministry … a deeper commitment … closer fellowship. BUT … all these are BY-PRODUCTS of a PERSONAL revival. SOMETIMES … we pray to straighten out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    A Matter Of Prayer

    Contributed by James May on Sep 5, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
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    God will answer prayer but we don’t always like the answer or the manner in which it is given.

    A Matter of Prayer by Pastor Jim May Prayer is the key that unlocks the door to God’s blessing and to our knowledge, understanding and relationship with Jesus. Prayer is more than a duty; it is a necessity for those who would live victoriously. There is nothing more important than spending time ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Prayer For Boldness Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 7, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 15,898 views

    Friends, we must pray for boldness as we declare God’s truth in a spirit of love and grace.

    John Ortberg tells the story about a man who wanders into a small and cluttered antique shop. In the midst of all the knickknacks and junk, he notices what looks like an ancient Chinese vase lying on the floor. On closer inspection it turns out to be a priceless relic from the Ming dynasty whose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    A Prayer For Love Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 7, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,850 views

    In the midst of internal squabbles and pervasive selfishness, Paul’s primary request is for believers to experience an overabundance of love.

    A week after purchasing a pair of glasses for her husband, the wife decides to take them back to the optometrist. The person behind the counter wants to know the reason for the return so she asks, “What seems to be the problem, mam?” To which the wife replies: “I want a refund for these glasses…my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Impossible Prayer

    Contributed by Matthew Morine on Sep 27, 2004
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     | 4,771 views

    To make us believe that God is still working in our lives today. That we cannot place the Lord in a box and give him commands.

    THE IMPOSSIBLE PRAYER FOCUS: THE ACCOUNT OF THE ARREST OF PETER AND HIS DELIVERANCE BY THE HAND OF GOD. FUNCTION: TO PROMOTE A STRONGER FAITH IN THE WEAK PRAYERS OF CHRISTIANS. TEXT: ACTS 12:1-17 INTRODUCTION Eddie from the Brown Trail Church of Christ in Bedford, Texas pulled me aside ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Spirit Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Oct 4, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 9,443 views

    Using Daniel’s prayer as a pattern we can learn about the spirit of prayer God requires

    THE SPIRIT OF PRAYER DANIEL 9.4-19 Last week we looked at how we can misuse prayer through wrong motives and wrong attitudes. Today I want to spend sometime looking at the spirit of prayer or to put it another way ‘praying biblically.’ PREPARATION FOR PRAYER. Turn with me to Daniel 9 verses ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Misuse Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Oct 4, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,026 views

    How wrong motives and wrong attitude leads us to misuse prayer

    THE MISUSE OF PRAYER Let me ask you a question: ‘Do you think it is possible to misuse prayer?’ I mean is it possible for us to pray in such a way that we are actually abusing the privilege which is ours through prayer? I think we misuse prayer far more often than we think or would like to think. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Effective Prayer

    Contributed by Dennis Regan on Jul 1, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,452 views

    Making prayer more personal.

    Prayer: James 5:16 "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." Prayer is an important (actually vital) component of a Christian’s life. Prayer is how we communicate with God. All of our communication with God is a form of prayer. There are several types of prayer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Persevering Prayer Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 30, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,867 views

    Learn to persevere in prayer - "pull" by the hope we have in Christ, and keep up the "push" in faith.

    How do you normally approach God? Do we come to Him with determination and passion? Or as someone whom we turn to only when it’s convenient? To drop Him a line only when we can? The way we approach Him reveals a lot about ourselves – do I really need Him? How much do I really depend on Him? Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Keith Butler avatar

    The Prayer Of Nehemiah

    Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 4, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 7,171 views

    A look at the prayer life of Nehemiah, and how prayer affected his work and his life.

    THE PRAYER OF NEHEMIAH Nehemiah 1:1-11 Key Verse and Theme: “When I heard these things, I sat down and wept. For some days I mourned and fasted and prayed before the God of heaven.” (Nehemiah 1:4) 1. Nehemiah was a man of prayer. A. Nehemiah records a long time of prayer and fasting before he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Prayer's Of God Series

    Contributed by W F on Aug 14, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,038 views

    What happens when God prays?

    THE PRAYER’S OF GOD - The spiritual discipline of listening in prayer Prayer is not a one way conversation. Yet, almost without exception we think of prayer as a human activity directed towards God. But prayer is also a divine activity directed towards humanity? Does God pray to us? It sounds ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Prayer Of Ezra

    Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 18, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 10,656 views

    A prayer of repentance for the nation of Israel.

    EZRA’S PRAYER Ezra 9:5:15 Key Verse and Theme: “What has happened to us is a result of our evil deeds and our great guilt, and yet, our God, you have punished us less than our sins have deserved and have given us a remnant like this.” (Ezra 9:13) 1. Who was Ezra? A. Ezra was a priest. (Ezra ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ