Sermons on Prayer Points:

The Lord's Prayer Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 18, 2007

The Lord’s prayer is our starting point in learning how to pray effectively. Many points are included in these few verses to help us see our prayers answered and our life protected from sin.

April, 2007 The Lord’s Prayer Matthew 6:9-15 INTRODUCTION: Every Sunday a part of our worship includes praying, “The Lord’s Prayer.” We would feel that there was something missing in the prayer time if this part were omitted; but do we know what we are praying or are we merely repeating words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Methodist

How To Walk In The Presence Of God: The Heart Prayer Of Simplicity Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 29, 2024

Now that we have the prize of communion with God we should run with it, and grow in it, for all the many years ahead of us. As the scriptures say, come into maturity, find a stability in our walks with God, where we go deeper, and we really learn to go to the depths of Jesus Christ.

"God our Father has made all things depend on faith so that whoever has faith will have everything, and whoever does not have faith will have nothing." -Martin Luther. There is a key that’s very important in this journey, it’s the key of believing something is true. This concept has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:24, Genesis 6:9

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Turning Point - 1 Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Oct 27, 2002

The good news that comes after hearing the bad.

THE TURNING POINT Romans 3:21-31 • The message of Romans get more fun at this point. I have been spending the last series of Sundays telling you how bad man is, how bad we are. The accumulated bad news that makes the good news worth hearing. This morning we begin to add in the good news. THE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-24

Two Point Conversion

Contributed by Carl Greene on Feb 16, 2009

Preached on Super Bowl Sunday 2009. Good for anytime, probably best for football season. Jesus teaches two lessons..or two points... One "Be Quiet"..Take time to listen to God... Two "Come out of him"... break free, let go, get rid of something. Somethi

Is everybody here ready for the Superbowl this evening? It’s Sunday. The Sabbath. Day of rest. The Lord’s Day. And it is SUPERBOWL SUNDAY! You know the drill. We all know the drill. This is Super Bowl Sunday, the High Holy Day for whole legions of armchair athletes. For many, this is the most ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Methodist

5 Points Concerning Prayer Every Christian Should Hear

Contributed by Chris Miller on Feb 20, 2020

A Pew Research Center study reveals the number of people praying daily is decreasing. This is especially true in younger generations. Here are 5 points concerning prayer every Christian should remember and pass on to the next generation of believers.

You can find a free downloadable discussion guide to go with this sermon at https://getencouraged.blog/resources/. Read Luke 11:1-13 Introduction A young boy asked his parents for a baby brother, and seeing a perfect opportunity to teach their son a valuable lesson on prayer, the parents said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Adventures In Missing The Point Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jul 7, 2025

As Jesus makes a turn toward Jerusalem, we learn that the disciples still have so much to learn - but so do we.

In his book Mere Christianity, CS Lewis uses an illustration to note how different it is to learn something than it is to apply that thing. His illustration centered on the difference between a map and being out on the water. In two dimensions, a map can look quite straight forward. You can see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-62

Denomination: Baptist

God Pointing To God

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 27, 2019

In the Bible we see a wonderful example in the Holy Spirit. In the Old Testament He points to God (the Father). In the New Testament He points of Jesus. He never points to Himself. What a beautiful example and source of empowerment He is for us! PTL!!

God Pointing to God Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … John 14:23-24 “Jesus said, ‘If anyone loves Me, he will obey My teaching. My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make our home with him. “He who does not love Me will not obey My teaching. These ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27, Romans 5:5, 2 Timothy 1:14, Hebrews 10:15, John 15:26, Genesis 1:1-2, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Point: Develop Friendship Series

Contributed by Todd Bishop on Mar 28, 2007

The second point of life is to develop friendships.

Two weeks ago we started our series, “What’s the Point?” We learned that discovering the POINT is really about realizing our PURPOSE! Proverbs 19:21: “You can make many plans, but the LORD’s purpose will prevail” (NLT). Last week we discussed that the 1st point of life is to DISCOVER GOD! In ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Writings That Point To Christ Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Dec 17, 2006

Though the Writings span a great deal of time, they do point us to Christ.

Job 19:25-27 Psalm 22:1-8; 16b-18 Intro.: Over the years I have dabbled in poetry. 1. In the fall of 1997 I was driving back from church. As I drove along, a leaf crossed my path. It looked as if it were a small animal creeping along the ground. A couple of days later I wrote the following: ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Methodist

So, What's The Point? Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 26, 2002

Exegetical, evangelistic, expository verse by verse sermon on the sovereignty, person, and work of Jesus.

Our faith is sometimes questioned. What does it matter what you believe? Here are 2 or 3 things that Jesus cared deeply about. We should care also. 1) Day 7. John 1 has 3 “next days.” This is 3 days after. · Jesus went to the wedding at Cana. This implies his blessing on marriage. Marriage ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-25, Psalm 69:9-32

Your Turning Point

Contributed by Kevin Jones on Feb 25, 2009

Everyone life needs a turning point. Abraham found his when he chose to believe the promise of God. He just believed and was counted as set-right-with-God.

Your Turning Point I want to share a very simple yet very powerful message for your life tonight. It does not matter where you find yourself in life. It does not matter where you have been or what you have done in life. It does not matter what mistakes that you have made in the past. It does ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pointed In The Right Direction Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Aug 4, 2010

To be a Christian is to be transformed by the Holy Spirit for our entire lives.

Pointed in the Right Direction: Fundamentals August 1, 2010 Rom. 12:1-2 Intro: How many of you have ever studied the book of Romans – not just read it, but actually dug down deep and worked hard to understand it? If you haven’t, I suggest you need to. This morning as we’ve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Five Points Of Life

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 30, 2007

A sermon comparing the 5 points of life (www.fivepointsoflife.org) and their importance medically; to 5 spiritual points of life and their even greater importance

Introduction 1. Email Funny 2. A couple weeks ago, my family had a wonderful time at the YMCA... Lora and Jason played soccer... and then afterwards, there was a special event planned on the Y grounds... Lunch was provided free of charge by Sonny’s BBQ... There was a Christian band playing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Nazarene

So What's The Point? Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 29, 2002

Jesus Christ alone must be the focus of our lives.

SO WHAT’S THE POINT? Galatians 6:11-18 S: Jesus Th: The Primacy of Jesus Pr: JESUS CHRIST ALONE MUST BE THE FOCUS FOR OUR LIVES. ?: Why? KW: advantages TS: We will find three reasons in Galatians 6:11-18 that indicate why Jesus Christ alone must be the focus for our lives. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Point Of Our Message Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 27, 2022

Why have a Revival? In John 3, Jesus explains what He is looking for in the lives of people that come to Him.

A father related how one of his son’s favorite games was “hide and seek” – and his son always hid. The game always went the same: Dad always counted to 100 by 5’s and then he’d shout “Here comes Daddy to find you Tommy.” Then Tommy would always hide in the same room and the same spot – but of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ