Sermons on prayer in action:

The Necessity Of Prayer

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 31, 2006

God acts when man pray. The asking is critical to the task at hand. We are not dealing with a reluctant Father, but a God who is willing to respond. Prayer accomplishes God’s will.

James 5:17-18, 1 Kings 18:41-46 The Necessity of Prayer James 5:17-18 17 Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. 18 Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops. Elijah ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Run With Prayer Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 20, 2006

A look at prayer in the life of Jeremiah.

Illustration: We want to know what makes people ¡§tick¡¨. What do they do when not in the public eye? I.e. election campaigns, tabloids. For Jeremiah, the answer is obvious. Seven different times in the book of Jeremiah, we see what happens in the life of Jeremiah when he¡¦s alone and we find that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Power Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2006

This sermon contains some observations about effective prayer and a discussion of healing prayer.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who went and made a sales presentation to the leadership of a church. 1. When the presentation was over, one of the men in leadership when into the auditorium, knelt down and after a minute of silent prayer, returned and announced in a solemn tone, “The ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reviving Prayer Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 26, 2007

What kind of prayer changes us, touches God and leads to his revival power being unleashed?

REVIVING PRAYER Audio is at http://www.adrian.warnock.info/2007/02/sermon-reviving-prayer-1-kings-171-to.htm The following is a full set of notes, including background information and quotes I used whilst preparing my sermon entitled "Reviving Prayer" which was preached at Jubilee Church on ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Effective Prayer

Contributed by Ruel Camia on Mar 28, 2007

. Our prayers must be divinely directed (1 Kings 18:36). 2. Praying must be done in the name of the Lord (James 5:14).

Keys to Effective Praying Examples: Hannah in 1 Samuel 1:6-23 and Elijah in 1 Kings 17-18. 1. Our prayers must be divinely directed (1 Kings 18:36). 2. Praying must be done in the name of the Lord (James 5:14). a. In the power of His name. b. We have power of attorney. c. In His will (1 John ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:6-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Last Prayer Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 2, 2007

2 of 3 messages on the Last Hours of Jesus. This message is about Jesus Prayer in Gethsemane

The Last Hours April 1, 2007 – Palm Sunday The Last Prayer When God says “No” What do you do when God says no? Some people get mad. Some stomp their feet and rage at the forces of the world. In the movie Forest Gump, Lt. Dan hauls his legless body up the mast on a rope and bosun’s chair in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:35-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Richard Wafford on Sep 9, 2006

1. Your thumb is nearest to you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to ones to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C.S. Lewis once said, a "sweet duty." 2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pra

The Power Of Prayer script. James 5:16-18 (NIV) 16Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.17Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Texting

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Sep 21, 2006

Texting on my mobile was a parable on praying.

Most children and many adults have a mobile. It’s a valuable tool of communication, not only as a portable phone, but also in word messages known as ‘texting’. We were on holiday in Canada and found it so useful to keep in touch with our family by sending and receiving text messages as we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

Persevering In Prayer Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 26, 2006

As we’ve seen over the previous weeks, Jesus has been stirring His church worldwide to renew themselves in the passion and priority of prayer. • He’s been making clear that there is no element of a Christian’s energy or activity that can substitute for

As we’ve seen over the previous weeks, Jesus has been stirring His church worldwide to renew themselves in the passion and priority of prayer. • He’s been making clear that there is no element of a Christian’s energy or activity that can substitute for depending on God’s power through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persist In Prayer

Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 12, 2005

A message from Luke 18:1-8. The parable of the persistent widow and evil judge.

Luke 18:1 (NLT) One day Jesus told his disciples a story to illustrate their need for constant prayer and to show them that they must never give up. 2 Needs • Prayer – Our direct link to God • Persistence – A “won’t quit” state of mind Luke 18:2-3 (NLT) "There was a judge in a certain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Contemplative Prayer Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 24, 2005

Prayer is to be a dialogue with God. He’s how to listen as we pray

Tiling the Soil of the Soul – The classic Spiritual Disciplines October 16, 2005 Contemplative Prayer: DIGGING THE WELL DEEPER Psalm 27 I’ve titled this series on the Spiritual Disciplines, “Tiling the soil of the soul.” Most of us realize that we cannot grow the fruit of the Spirit, or weed out ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: *other

Faithful In Prayer Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 25, 2005

Being faithful to God includes being faithful in prayer. To be faithful in prayer requires that we understand that prayer is expected, effective and must not be exhausted.

A.We’ve been talking about God’s faithfulness and our faithfulness. 1.We have been reminded of the fact that we are called to be faithful. 2. That call is not a call to perfection, but a call to consistency and reliability. 3. All of this calls for the need to be faithful in attendance and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Intercessory Prayer Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 26, 2005

Paul understood that nothing brings deeper joy than praying for others.

Philippians: Secrets to Abundant Joy INTERCESSORY PRAYER Philippians 1:3-12 Prayer is the greatest privilege we have from God and one of the greatest gifts of our salvation. Yet, prayer is so neglected in even most who call themselves Christians. Does this offend you? When I speak of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David's Prayer

Contributed by Alexander John on Oct 30, 2005

this is prayer at the time of succes

1Chronicles 29.10-19 The prayer of David David saw everything in life….. Poverty, Riches, Power, Possession Abandonment, Rebellion of Children, Success and all ………… 1. In this prayer David acknowledges the 1] The sovereignty of God v.11.. a] Everything is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer Of Jabez Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Dec 9, 2006

Jabez prayed to see beyond his situation and limitation and God answered his prayer - principles of Jabez prayer - a Prayer to The God of Jacob

Prayer of Jebez 1. Bless Me Indeed A. He prayed to God of Israel (to the One who changed the name of Jacob). B. Jacob got alone to pray – get into the closet and close the door behind you and pour your heart out. C. Jacob taught that God wrestle with men in prayer. God is in the business of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God