Sermons on Prayer Seeking God Lordship:

Seeking God’s Guidance - Psalm 25 Part 5 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 27, 2025

Most of our anxiety in hard decisions is worrying about the outcome. But the real issue is pleasing God in the way you go about making the decision. If option A and option B would be equally pleasing to God, how important could the decision possibly be?

Psalm 25:4 Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths; 5 guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and I wait for you all day long. 8 Good and upright is the LORD; therefore he instructs sinners in his ways. 9 He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his ...read more

Prayer And The Lord's Prayer

Contributed by David Mcnally on Feb 24, 2014

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

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 14, 2013

Acts 12 has both answered and unanswered prayers within it. We tend to like it better when we get a "yes" from heaven, but God might actually be doing greater things for us when the answer is "no."

When is the last time you prayed earnestly for something? What do you expect when you pray? What do you pray for most? I think about the family of a small child who is dying in a cancer ward. They pray night and day and are joined in prayer by hundreds of others asking God to spare the life of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer: God's Delays Are Not God's Denials

Contributed by Seth Aryee on Jul 27, 2006

There are Christians who seem to be always getting on. They grow like grass after rain. They are ever adding grace to grace. Every time you meet them, they seem larger and their spiritual stature bigger, taller and stronger. What is the secret?

SERMON BY BRO. SETH A. ARYEE LOCAL PREACHER BETHANY METHODIST CHURCH, DZORWULU, ACCRA-GHANA THEME: PRAYER: GOD’S DELAYS ARE NOT GOD’S DENIALS JAMES 5:13-18 TEXT: "THE EFFECTUAL FERVENT PRAYER OF A RIGHTEOUS MAN AVAILETH MUCH" (JAMES 5:16) There are Christians who seem to be always getting on. ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

Seek Not Great Things For Thyself

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 5, 2003

As Christians, living in this materialistically oriented society, we need to consider the word of God delivered by Jeremiah to Baruch, his scribe: "Seek Not Great Things for Thyself!"

SEEK NOT GREAT THINGS FOR THYSELF "Baruch, this is what the Lord says: ’I will destroy this nation that I built. I will uproot what I planted. Are you seeking great things for yourself? Don’t do it! But don’t be discouraged. I will bring great disaster upon all these people, but I will protect ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 45:4-5, 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Prayer Of Sorrow Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 5, 2006

Why would Jesus pray to have the "cup" taken away, if He knew that wasn’t going to happen? Was His prayer simply an excercise in futility, or was there something more to it? I learned some surprising truths as I prepared this sermon.

OPEN: A minister noticed a young boy kneeling off to the side of the room after youth group and praying very fervently. As the preacher came within earshot of the boy, he was surprised to hear the boy saying: "Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo." After the boy finished his praying the preacher approached him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Jan 24, 2002

Prayer is our intimate communion with God.

The Power of Prayer Text: James 5:13-20. Today, we’ll learn how to properly use our tongue and that is to pray! When it comes to trials and difficult times, we often tend to throw in the towel before we throw up our prayers. Prayer is ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Without A Prayer

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 25, 2016

An apologetic for the effectiveness of prayer, based on all the Scriptures where it is evident that prayer made a difference. Inductive in nature.

Have you noticed this morning that, so far, we haven’t prayed much. We prayed once. One prayer. ____ seconds long. I wonder how many of you here this morning, (except for being in SS), realized at that point that you hadn’t prayed yet today. Has that ever happened to you? Have ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Real Prayer Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 28, 2015

How can you have a relationship with someone if you do not communicate with them? In order to HAVE a relationship, communication must be made. Prayer IS our personal relationship with CHRIST

2015.02.01.Real Prayer William Akehurst, HSWC What is Prayer? Quotes about Prayer • When you can’t put your prayer into words, God hears your heart. • Prayer is asking God to align you with HIS will, rather than asking Him to be aligned with yours. • P.U.S.H. Pray Until ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prayer Of Hezekiah

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 5, 2017

Putting your trust in Him instead of self will reap benefits. What would you do if God sent an angel to tell you to get your house in order?

The prayer of Hezekiah Isaiah 38:1-5 Introduction- Good morning, last week I challenged you with a simple two letter word if. What if and if only. What if you believe God in His word for these Scriptures? How many remember them? If my people who are called by my name will humbly pray and seek ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

Putting God In A Box

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 26, 2012

We cannot force God to do anything; He tells US what to do.

Putting God in a Box March 25, 2012 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We cannot force God to do anything; He tells US what to do. Focus Passage: 2 Samuel 7:1-7 Supplemental Passage: "For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways," ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing From God

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Sep 18, 2023

It is important to remember that all of these activities in this passage is a result of taking the gospel to the lost. (v.5) It is possible that Paul was discouraged or weary from the work and the Lord strengthened him as Paul spoke of in Ephesians 6:10

I. Paul was faithful (v.4) A. Regardless of the amount of opposition. B. Christ had to encourage him. (v.9-10) II. He was passionate (v.6) A. In that passion he had a sense of urgency B. A sense of soberness III. Paul was sacrificial (v. 12) A. He had little concern for his own well being B. He was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking To Live Godly In A Spiritual World Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Nov 25, 2012

Sold Out, two of the most powerful words that can describe our life in Christ. It means we are no longer available to be bought by anything. We are not our own.

Intro: Some of the most terrible words that shoppers can hear on black Friday or any day in this shopping season “Sold Out.” What does that mean? It means it is no longer available to be purchased and unavailable to another buyer. That is exactly what Paul is telling his 1 Corinthians ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Men Still Seek Him

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011

We must seek after God with our whole heart.

Focus Passage: Matthew 2:1-12 Supplemental Passage: "But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. (Matthew 6:33 NASB) Introduction: Remarks about the different things that people seek today. Background on magi. Who were they? Where did they come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Seek First His Kingdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon encourages us to prioritize seeking God's kingdom and righteousness, trusting in His provision, and finding peace in Christ, rather than worrying about worldly needs.

Good morning, beloved. We gather here today under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ, in the sanctuary of His love, and in the fellowship of His grace. We stand in the shadow of the cross, our hearts echoing with the words of our Savior, "Seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Topics: Satisfaction, Christ