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  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    Prayer

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000
    based on 106 ratings
     | 11,340 views

    In order to accomplish the divine command to forgive one another, you must first learn to live your life in prayer and intercession as Jesus commanded.

    "Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you that you may be sons of your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:44) Forgiveness will flow freely to a cold world only from a heart that is warmed by God’s love. Praying for those who have hurt you proves that you are a child of God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A "Fast" Message - Fasting And Prayer

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 485 ratings
     | 72,345 views

    3 TYPES OF FASTING AND God’s 9 main purposes for fasting. Link included to Powerpoint and formatted text version.

    A “Fast” Message Is. 58:6-8 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html I. Definition Fasting=a voluntary withdrawing from food and/or drink, or other fleshly appetite, for a specified period of time. 3 most basic types of fasting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Prayer Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,999 views

    Part 12:Sermon on the Mount Series - The importance of prayer, and spending time with the Father.

    The Great Commission Part 12 – Sermon on the Mount – Prayer Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † The Sermon on the Mount – The Beatitudes † We are the Salt, staying pure with God’s Holy Word † We are the Light, showing that Word to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Michael Monica avatar

    Prayer

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Jul 22, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,728 views

    The life of prayer

    Prayer! The great need of our day in our church life is more prayer. 1 Peter 4:7 RV. The closing words, "BE SOBER UNTO PRAYER." The word translated "be sober" means to be "calm and collected in spirit." Prayer is of great importance! "That ye may Give Yourselves unto Prayer." 1 Corinthians ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Prayer Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012
     | 9,459 views

    John Wesley also believed that the Holy Scriptures were a Means of Grace. How? Wesley believed the Scriptures are an indispensable Means of Grace as they bring us into the Presence of Jesus Christ and the will of God for our lives. The Scriptures also hav

    Scripture as a Means of Grace 2 Timothy 3:16-17 When we talk about Communion, Prayer, Worship, small group accountability and fasting as a Means of Grace, it make sense to us because we see how they function in our lives, and in the life of the Church. But John Wesley also believed that the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024
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    This sermon explores the transformative power of private prayer, emphasizing it as a personal, intimate dialogue with God that promises spiritual blessings.

    Grace and peace to you, dear friends. As we gather in this sacred space, we are reminded of the incredible bond that unites us all - our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are not merely a crowd of individuals, but a community, a family, tied together by the crimson thread of ...read more

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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Use The Lord's Prayer As A Model

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 257 ratings
     | 15,831 views

    Prayer is the prelude to peace, the prologue to power, the preface to purpose, and the pathway to perfection!

    Jesus prayed earnestly, purposefully, and with certainty. He knew that God answers prayer. "The Lord’s prayer" was given during Christ’s Sermon on the Mount to provide an example for how we should approach the throne of grace. Prayer is the prelude to peace, the prologue to power, the preface to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Patrick Bissig avatar

    Prayer

    Contributed by Patrick Bissig on Nov 28, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 12,268 views

    What is prayer

    I. Prayer is. . . A. Talking to/with God Numbers 11:17 I will come down and speak with you there, and I will take of the Spirit that is on you and put the Spirit on them. They will help you carry the burden of the people so that you will not have to carry it alone. -Daily communication Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ian Humphrey avatar

    Prayer

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 10, 2015
     | 5,363 views

    Prayer

    Malachi 3:1-12 Prayer 10 Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Prayer Series

    Contributed by Dr Kory Letoa on Apr 4, 2012
     | 10,099 views

    More than a Prayer.

    SERIES ON PRAYER: Our Lord's teaching in Luke 11 grew out of a prayer meeting, a miracle, and an invitation to dinner. Jesus used these occasions to give instructions about four important topics: prayer, Satan, spiritual opportunity, and hypocrisy. It is important that we today understand these ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Prayer Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,330 views

    John Wesley considered prayer an essential part of Christian living. He called it in many of his writings the most important and powerful means of grace. Prayer empowers us for ministry and following God. Jesus showed us this through His own example. Afte

    Prayer: A Means of Grace 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 I found a series of “Dear God” prayers on the internet, a few of which I’d like to share with you:

 7-year old Debbie prayed, “Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Prayer Guide For Teachers

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 29, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 3,485 views

    For this reason we have not ceased to pray and make special request for you asking that you may be filled with the full (deep and clear) knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom (in comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of God) and in unde

    Prayer Guide for Teachers - (Col. 1:9-11) Prayer Guide Teachers Quote: William A. Ward has said, "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. Progress Magazine, December 23, 1992. Illustration: An item in "The Report ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Fast And The Prayer-Ous

    Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Aug 5, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,042 views

    Fasting is not required in the New Testament, neither is it condemned. When used properly it can help us have a closer relationship with God

    THE FAST AND THE PRAYER-OUS Text: Matthew 6:16-18 INTRODUCTION: 1. When I let my wife know that I was thinking about preaching on fasting, she said, "You’ve probably never fasted in your life." a. That’s not true (when I was younger, fasted with aunt and uncle) b. So I have fasted (just not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David McNally avatar

    Prayer And The Lord's Prayer

    Contributed by David Mcnally on Feb 24, 2014
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     | 6,236 views

    The Lord's Prayer is not a 'carved in stone' set of words that we must use, but is a good guide for how to talk to God, Who wants us to pour out of hearts to Him, but not to try to impress others by our long and fancy words and 'super-spirituality'.

    Matthew 6 verses 5 – 13 PRAYING and THE LORD'S PRAYER Jesus based his teachings, and advice, and especially his parables on things, events and situations, that would be instantly recognisable and understandable to the people He was addressing. So, when He said ‘When you pray, do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Prayer Paryare Prayer"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 30, 2015
     | 5,482 views

    James tells us to pray, prayer does things to us.

    “ Prayer Prayer Prayer ” James 5:13-20 The Psalmist tells us when we should pray: • Daily In the morning Psalm 5:3In the morning, O LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist