Sermons on Prayerfulness:

Are You Willing To Pray Dangerous Prayers? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 13, 2014

Are you willing to pray a prayer that if God answered it, it would change you? Are you willing to pray a pray that could transform your life?

We are continuing our series on Poweful Prayers and this morning as always, I start with a question: ARE YOU WILLING TO PRAY DANGEROUS PRAYERS? What do I mean by dangerous? Are you willing to pray a prayer that if God answered it, it would change you? Are you willing to pray a pray that could ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beefing Up Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 19, 2014

There are Biblical techniques that will enable you to have a satisfied prayer life. This message is a spiritual heart check and equip you to become stronger in prayer.

Title: Beefing Up Theme: Five Conditioning Techniques for a Satisfied Prayer Life Series: Prayer Introduction: Arnold Schwarzenegger was a very disciplined bodybuilder; he knows about beefing up. He said, "Experiencing this pain in my muscles with the aching going on and on is my challenge. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Of All Pray--Part 2 Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 1, 2004

Prayer is essential because of what we are to prayer for.

First of All Pray—Part 2 1 Timothy 2:3-8 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Gallagher, the wacky comedian with Sledg-o-matic that he uses to squish all sorts of fruits and vegetables on stage, likes to point out that we humans are a strange lot. He ought ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Through The Iron Gate" Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Aug 12, 2011

Discovering the power of prayer in our lives.

“Through the Iron Door” Pastor Allan Kircher SPBC Date: Aug 14th, 2011 Scripture: Acts 12:1-30 Introduction: "Have you ever experienced a 'dead end' in life?" • Have you ever been faced with a problem that you just knew was impossible to solve? • Have you ever felt ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Prayerful Response To The Senseless Shootings In Parkland, Florida

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 16, 2018

Obviously, this is more a prayer than a sermon. It is inspired during a time of prayer and meditation and worthy of sharing.

" But, O Lord of hosts, You who judge righteously, Testing the mind and the heart, Let me see Your vengeance on them, For to You I have revealed my cause." Jeremiah 11:20 "Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, 'Vengeance is Mine, I will repay.' says ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Should God Answer Every Prayer?

Contributed by John Gerald on Aug 9, 2004

Does God only answer prayers in His Will?

Should God Answer Every Prayer? Rev. John W. Gerald I. WHAT IF YOU WANT TO CONTINUE SERVING THE LORD I Samuel 12:14 If ye will fear the LORD, and serve him, and obey his voice, and not rebel against the commandment of the LORD, then shall both ye and also the king that reigneth over you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:14-24

Denomination: Methodist

Prayer Changes Things Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Mark Baker on Feb 5, 2005

Prayer shouold be an effective tool in your Christian walk.

Prayer Changes Things Pt. 1 Philippians 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7. and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can My Prayer Make A Difference? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 24, 2007

4 reasons why prayer can make a difference

Can My Prayer Make a Difference? (Series: Why It Matters) James 5:15-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Sept. 17, 2006 *On a scale of 1 to 10, how much do you believe in prayer? I’m sure most of us would say 8, 9 or even 10. But what if the answer to that question was based on ...read more

Scripture: James 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

How Does God Answer Prayer? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 31, 2005

This sermon seeks to show how God answers prayer.

Scripture Today is January 1, 2006, the first day of the New Year. It is also the first day of our annual Week of Prayer. Therefore it seems appropriate to preach a message on the subject of prayer. All Christians pray. Some pray frequently; others pray infrequently. However, all Christians have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unsafe Prayers - Search My Heart! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 4, 2016

Looking at prayers from the Bible which are very revealing.

Unsafe Prayers Psalm 139:23-24 June 5, 2016 For the past 8 weeks we’ve been talking about conversations with God. Another name for that is - - prayer. We are now moving into our final 3 weeks on prayer. We’ve looked at a number of different aspects of prayer, how to talk to God and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get God To Answer Prayer

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 5, 2024

Last week of f2024 Month of Prayer and Fasting

Background to passage: Last Supper, farewell discourse John 14:1–13 ESV “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Prayer For His Immediate Disciples Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 31, 2016

The second portion of Jesus' High Priestly prayer concerns the Disciples. Jesus teaches us about the scope of His atonement and a prayer for unity and sanctification by the Word of truth.

“Jesus Prays for His Immediate Disciples” John 17: 6-19 In John 17, the disciples have the privilege of listening to the Lord of Glory, the soon to be Crucified Lord pray only hours, perhaps minutes before He is arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane. Last week we heard Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Baptist

Three Keys To A Better Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

It seems as if God has designed prayer to be a promoter of unity, fellowship and brotherhood. He has promised to answer more effectively those prayers that come from a partnership.

Dietrich Bonhoffer was a leader in the church of Germany at the time of Hitler's rise to power. He opposed Hitler and was imprisoned in 1943. He did not cease to influence people, however, even in prison. He inspired others by his courage. The guards were supposed to be his enemies, but they ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3

Paul's Prayer Requests

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 6, 2024

Paul prayed at least 5 prayers for believers. These prayers are extremely important because they were inspired by the Holy Spirit and capture the will of God for our transformation into the image of Christ.

PAUL’S PRAYER REQUESTS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: EVIDENCE 1. A scientist recently said that the “perfect earthquake” was going to strike the West Coast soon. The evidence to support his claim was shaky at best. 2. Someone threw a part of a brick through a man’s front window. The police couldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12, Philippians 1:9-11, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12, Ephesians 1:17-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do Not Disconnect

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 26, 2015

The importance of prayer

synchronizing (do not disconnect) “Nothing is well done without prayer for the simple reason that it leaves God out of the account.” 
― E.M. Bounds This past week, I completed The 40 Day Journey with Dietrich Bonheoffer. I found his devotional while I was on the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:23-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational