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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Blessing In Answered Prayer

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 19, 2015
     | 4,317 views

    To show that GOD wants us to be blessed by always and unceasingly pray.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you in constant prayer? Yes. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD wants us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    An Exhortation To Importunity In Prayer

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 15, 2016
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,718 views

    An unjust judge, an importunate widow - and the patience of God.

    AN EXHORTATION TO IMPORTUNITY IN PRAYER. Luke 18:1-8. The Pharisees demanded of Jesus when the kingdom of God should come. Jesus’ unexpected response was that it is here already (Luke 17:20-21)! Jesus then turned to His disciples to advise them concerning what He called ‘the days of the Son of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Conditions For An Answered Prayer

    Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014
     | 4,001 views

    There are certain conditions that go with an answered prayer. Though, prayers are answered according to the sovereignty of God, Himself. He does whatsoever He desires.

    There are certain conditions that go with an answered prayer. Though, prayers are answered according to the sovereignty of God, Himself. He does whatsoever He desires. Many of the promises of God are conditional, and when met adequately attracts a result from above. Some of the conditions ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Prayer For No Mercy For Wicked

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2015
     | 7,976 views

    To show the content of prayer for our enemies.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you pray for your enemies? Yes. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the content of prayer for our enemies. IV. TEXT: Psalms 59:5 (Amplified Bible) 59:5 You, O Lord God of hosts, the God of Israel, arise to visit all the nations; spare none and be not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The 5 Finger Prayer

    Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 23, 2015
     | 3,960 views

    Do you ever have trouble thinking of something to say when you are talking to a friend? I do

    The Five-Finger Prayer Scripture: We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you. Colossians 1: 3 Do you ever have trouble thinking of something to say when you are talking to a friend? I do. I have a friend that I have lunch with nearly every week and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jody VanSickle avatar

    Three Short Prayers

    Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Oct 6, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,810 views

    I used this as an informal message on a Sunday evening; letting the congregation guess what the situation was as I gave out the 'hints' one by one.

    THREE SHORT PRAYERS: Some of the best prayers we pray are prayers that come from a desperate heart. • Jesus warned against praying just to be seen by other people: • Matthew 6:5, “When you pray you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    Prayer Without Ceasing Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 22, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,755 views

    Prayer is the constant force that delivers divine intervention and the presence of God and the presence of God's angels. We must continue in prayer without ceasing to fight the good fight.

    Prayer Without Ceasing by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 22, 2014) “Pray without ceasing” (I Thessalonians 5:17, King James Version [Comfort against persecution]). Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus, Let us pray: Father, bless your Holy Name in the Name of Jesus. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Jesus' Prayer For You

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 8, 2016
     | 6,102 views

    If Jesus prayed for you, what would he say. Let's look at his prayer for you in John 17:20-26

    Intro If Jesus were to pray for you and me, what would he say? Purpose We actually have record of such a prayer. He did pray for us and among other things he prayed for our unity. Plan Let’s look at part of the long Lord’s prayer in John 17:20-26 and see its great lesson for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Persistent Petitionary Prayer

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 15, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,372 views

    Jesus emphasises the importance, validity and efficacy of persistent petitionary prayer. The basis of our prayer is our relationship with God.

    PERSISTENT PETITIONARY PRAYER. Luke 11:1-13. It all began with Jesus at prayer, and with the disciples’ desire to learn from Jesus how to pray (Luke 11:1). Surprisingly, we are encouraged to pray in much the same terms as Jesus Himself. Our address towards God is to be one of familial ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    David's Glorious Prayer

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 11, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,135 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you often praise the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show how King David praised the LORD GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 29:10-12 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then David praised th

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you often praise the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show how King David praised the LORD GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 29:10-12 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then David praised the Lord in the presence of the whole assembly: “O ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mountain Moving Prayers

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 29, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 10,245 views

    Many people come with a grocery list during prayer. Some want to impress the hearers with their flowery language. Well that does not impress God one bit. In essence your prayers reflect what you believe about God. Do we pray like the early apostles or ...

    Opening illustration: One day a handicapped woman (due to her physical state could not go to church) was reading the newspaper and came across an article about the ministry of D.L. Moody and the Revival that was taking place in the United States. Even though she had never heard of him before, she ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Stepherson avatar

    Prayer Keys - Introduction Series

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Oct 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,436 views

    Introducing a 30 part series on prayer keys. These are not incantations manipulating God to submit to our will, but guides leading us to submit to God’s will. "Lord teach us to pray."

    A 30 part study of prayer keys during our Wednesday night prayer meetings? You may think it will become boringly repetitive. No, No, NOOOO! During this study, we will hear how Mary, Queen of Scots, feared the prayers of John Knox more than the combined armies of Europe. We will hear Jonathan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Keys - Be Specific Series

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Oct 13, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,327 views

    BE SPECIFIC when praying. Specific prayers emphasize our need and God’s power. Specific prayers may even clarify our calling.

    Prayer Keys - Be Specific “What do you want me to do for you?” “Lord, I want to see,” he replied. Lk 18:41 Praying specifically is a key to effective prayer. The blind man’s first request is for Jesus to have mercy on him. Jesus asks him specifically, “What do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prosperity, Patience And Prayer

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 21, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,597 views

    James 5 has a lot to say about the rich and the proper response to abuse by those who are powerful. His wise words are clear and firm, making the path of faith obvious. He pulls no punches.

    Prosperity, Patience and Prayer: this is the outline for James 5. 1. Prosperity: 5:1-6 This is a prophetic oracle against the rich oppressors. Wow! Does that page in your Bible smell a bit like smoke? Here James steps into prophetic mode and writes with an imprecatory imagination of doom and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Persistent And Demanding Prayer

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 11, 2016
     | 7,832 views

    Do we persist with God? Do we give up and not bother to pray because we do not believe that he will hear?

    Intro Do we persist with God? Do we give up and not bother to pray because we do not believe that he will hear? Goal Let’s learn that God sometimes will only hear persistent, demanding prayers. Sermon Plan We will discuss prayers for ourselves, aggressive prayer and God’s justice ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist