Sermons on Prayer Wisdom:

Prayer Of Agreement

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 30, 2002

The "Prayer of Agreement" is a potential force unused by the modern church.

The Prayer of Agreement Mt. 18:19 "Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. 20 For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them. (NIV) 2 Chron. 7:14 if my people, who are called by my name, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Crisis Prayer Series

Contributed by David Deborde on May 31, 2001

Jehoshaphat’s prayer in 2 Chronicles 20.1-19 as a model for our prayers in a time of crisis

The Crisis Prayer 2 Chronicles 20.1-19 The Crisis (vs. 1-2) - While we probably are not facing invasion by a foreign power, we all have problems in life - These problems come in a variety of shapes and sizes- relationship difficulties, school or work related stresses, health issues, etc.- but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Focus Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Jun 5, 2001

What is a good pattern for prayer? Paul gives several good ones, and here is one of them.

I. In Prayer God is ACKNOWLEDGED (14-15) A. Relationship to Us (14) 1. Father of the Savior 2. Our Father B. Relationship to All (15) 1. Father of creation & mankind 2. NOT an argument of the universal fatherhood of God to all men II. In Prayer God is ASKED (16-19) A. Power of Christ (16) 1. Eph. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Answered Prayers

Contributed by Roger Thompson on Jun 17, 2002

A sermon about how prayers are answered.

TOPIC: ?How Are Prayers Answered?? TEXT: John 15:5-8; Matthew 7:7-8; Matthew 21:21-22 At a church in Kentucky, a little boy got a little too rambunctious during the worship service. His father picked the boy up and started for the door. As they were heading down the aisle, the boy said, at ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8, Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Prayer Of David

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

David gives us five steps of repentance in his prayer.

I. Introduction a. David’s Sin with Bathseba b. Nathan’s rebuke of David c. Read the Superscript. d. Five Steps of Repentance II. Step One: Confession (1-4) a. Appeal to God’s Mercy “Loving Kindness” b. David knew his Sins and knew whom his sins were against. c. NO EXCUSES (4) III. Step ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Priority Of Prayer

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002

Who are we to pray for? Why are we to pray? How are we to pray? These are three questions that we must answer if we are going to make a difference for the kingdom of God.

Sermon Title: The Priority of Prayer Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Sunday Evening, July 2, 2000 Scripture Introduction: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Before we begin this evening let’s take a look at what the purpose of this letter by Paul to his beloved Timothy was. Timothy was a favorite pupil of Paul. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: *other

Prayer Power Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 12, 2002

This sermon demonstratest the power of prayer, showing how God can and will do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine if we just PRAY!

Prayer Power Acts 12:1-25 July 7, 2002 Intro: A. [Traveling On Your Knees] Last night I took a journey to a land across the seas. I didn’t go by ship or plane I traveled on my knees. I saw so many people there In bondage to their sin, And Jesus told me I should go, That there were souls to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Instructions In Prayer

Contributed by Wade Bridges on Mar 1, 2001

The Model Prayer or the Lord’s Prayer

Instructions in Prayer Matthew 6:9-15 Today, we are going to Examine the Model Prayer (Often times called the Lord’s Prayer). This Model Prayer was given as part of the Sermon on the Mount by our Lord Jesus Christ. In Luke 11:1, the disciple asked something of Jesus. They asked; "Lord, Teach ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Weapon Of Prayer

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002

The vital place of prayer in spiritual warfare.

READ: Ephesians 6:10-20 (Text: v18) Ephesians chapters 4-6 are all about “Spiritual Warfare”. It seems unfortunate to me that these days, because of the influence of popular books and seminars on the subject of “Spiritual Warfare”, the term has become loaded with a fairly narrow meaning. I know ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Confidence In Prayer

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Apr 17, 2002

The psalmists often express feelings of overwhelming need. Yet they also remind us that however great the need, our God is able to answer prayer.

CONFIDENCE IN PRAYER PSALMS 64–72 “Praise be to the LORD, to God our Saviour, who daily bears our burdens. Our God is a God who saves; from the Sovereign LORD comes escape from death” (Ps. 68:19–20). The psalmists often express feelings of overwhelming need. Yet they also remind us that however ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fasting And Prayer

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 24, 2002

An in-depth guide to fasting and prayer, in the Christian’s life.

We are living in a society that ranks “eating” as the number one passion. A. We could take the whole time just naming these places...pizza, roast beef, fried chicken, hamburgers, Greek food.....and-on-and-on. 1. We have been programmed to eat at set times. a. There may be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer And Relationship

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 6, 2002

Why does God desire us to pray? Because He wants a relationship.

Today is the first Sunday of the year 2002. It’s also the beginning of our third year worshipping together as a church. And for the benefit of those who haven’t been keeping careful track, this is also the 100th sermon I’ve preached from this pulpit (or music stand, or whatever it is). So in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer Series

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Jan 20, 2002

This prayer was addressed to the Father, but intended to be overheard.

This remarkable model prayer contains none of the things that take up so much room in our prayers. Boston newspaper reported on a prayer given by a noted clergyman: “one of the most eloquent prayers ever delivered to a Boston audience.” Lyndon Johnson’s press secretary, Bill Moyers, was ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Prayer?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 20, 2002

Prayer is a means to establish, deepen, and sustain our relationship with God.

In the book, Steps Toward Spiritual Growth, the story is told of a man who was opening an adult bookstore in a small town despite the objections of many people in the community. A group of Christians from a neighboring church decided to gather for an all-night prayer meeting to ask to somehow block ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

Denomination: Church Of God

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