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  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    When Our Prayers Are Polluted

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 5, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 11,955 views

    Sinful living prevents God from hearing our prayers.

    INTRODUCTION: THE BIBLE TEACHES IN JAMES 5:16 THAT THE EFFECTUAL FERVENT PRAYER OF THE RIGHTEOUS AVAILETH MUCH. WHILE THAT IS A TRUE STATEMENT, OUR PRAYERS WILL BE NULL AND VOID IF OUR LIFESTYLE IS IN CONTRADICTION WITH OUR LIPS. IN OTHER WORDS MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS, OUR LIPS SAY ONE THING ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Capps avatar

    Being A Church Of Excellence: Prayer Series

    Contributed by James Capps on Jan 16, 2001
    based on 99 ratings
     | 7,696 views

    One of the keys to becoming a church of excellence is to be a church at prayer

    "Church of Excellence: Prayer!" 2 Chron. 7:1-14 THE SINGLE GREATEST NEED IN OUR LAND TODAY IS HEAVEN SENT REVIVAL! This is something we can do ourselves. Programs don’t do it….preaching can’t do it…choirs…the type music can’t do it ONLY GOD MOVING BY HIS HOLY SPIRIT CAN DO IT! It’s because ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    A Selfish Prayer That God Granted

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 30, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,236 views

    A comparision of the prayer of Jabez and the model prayer our Lord taught the disciples. This outline views Jabez’s prayer differently than the more popular view currently espoused.

    THE MODEL PRAYER OF THE ’ME’ GENERATION: ANOTHER LOOK AT THE PRAYER OF JABEZ "Now Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, ’Oh, that Thou wouldst bless me indeed, and enlarge my border, and that Thy hand might be with me, and that Thou wouldst keep me from harm, that it may not pain me!’ And God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prayer Of Jabez Part One

    Contributed by Joel Carwile on Feb 15, 2001
    based on 251 ratings
     | 4,343 views

    Part one of a series on the book by Bruce Wilkinson. Getting to know Jabez and hindrances to the prayer.

    The Prayer of Jabez The Prodigy of the Genealogy The first nine chapters of 1 Chronicles consist of the official family tree of the 12 Hebrew tribes beginning with Adam and proceeding through thousands of years to Israel’s return from captivity. More than 500 names make up this family tree. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Prayers Rising Like Incense!

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 17, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 11,212 views

    Your prayers come before God like sweet smelling incense! This is a short homily given at a residential care home for the elderly.

    [NOTE: You may find it helpful to place a wooden cross on a table, perhaps in the centre of the room, and to burn a small amount of incense near to the foot of the cross. The incense rising around the cross can provide a wonderful visual and ’nazal’ illustration. The nurses at the care home said ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Brian La Croix avatar

    Guidelines For Effective Prayer (1) Series

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 9, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,395 views

    First in a series about prayer, based on Matthew 6:5-15. This message is from verses 5-8.

    Guidelines for Effective Prayer (Part 1) Matthew 6:5-8 May 8, 2005 Introduction Today’s message is a bit reflective of me: short. And it’s not because I’m not prepared, but because the verses we’re looking at today, are kind of a transition between what we discussed last week and what we’re ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Some Keys To Answered Prayer

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 13, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,369 views

    Sermon on prayer given at a Christian school (grades 5-8).

    Some Keys to Answered Prayer Matthew 7:7-12 FBCS Chapel Introduction How many here have ever taken a drive with any of your parents anywhere? No, I don’t mean YOU driving - your parents. Anyone? Okay, that makes about two of you... So you get in the car or mini-van, or Hummer, or whatever, ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 12, 2006
    based on 218 ratings
     | 28,128 views

    The Lord’s model prayer shows us that prayer is just Talking to Him, prayer is Asking, and prayer is Praising. It must begin and end with Him! A free download link is included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

    The Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed Matthew 6:8-13 The sermon on the mount is the greatest sermon ever preached, preached by the greatest preacher who ever lived. And within is this wonderful model of prayer. It’s a misnomer to call this The Lord’s Prayer…it’s actually the disciples prayer and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Isn't For Sissies Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,451 views

    Prayer matters. Real prayer is worth whatever effort it takes to make it the source of power in our lives. In our text, John reveals the secret of effective praying. Note the three keys that can unlock prayer’s power for you.

    Prayer Isn’t for Sissies! 1 John 5:14-15 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Prayer isn’t for sissies! A lot of people think otherwise, perhaps some in this room Some think it is a cop-out. They say, “praying is an attempt to find an easy way out. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    So. What Is Prayer Anyway? Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jul 26, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,314 views

    Prayer is more than just talking to God, it is a conversation with our heavenly Father that deepens our relationship to and faith in Him.

    So, What Is Prayer Anyway? Griffith Baptist Church – 7/16/06 P.M. Service Text: Philippians 4:4-7 Theme: Prayer goes deeper than us talking to God. It is at the heart and soul of our ongoing relationship with our creator. Introduction: The captain of an ocean steamer tells that on one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • JOEL SANTOS avatar

    Increase Your Prayer Power

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 26, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 15,405 views

    There are 3 requirements on how to increase your power prayer. I. To increase your prayer power you must INCREASE YOUR FAITH (V. 14a) II. To increase your prayer power you must INCREASE YOUR KNOWLEDGE (V. 14b) III. To increase your prayer power you

    INCREASE YOUR PRAYER POWER 1 John 5:14-15 Only few Christians are praying with power that’s why only few have experiences the tremendous blessings the Lord has given to his children. So praying is very frustrating experience because people are keep on asking without the assurance of God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Daniel Bauder avatar

    Prayer Can Relieve Stress Series

    Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Oct 29, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,875 views

    This third message shows us how we can relieve stress in our lives

    THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER Part three “Prayer Can Relive Stress” Adapted from a message by Wayne Field Philippians 4:6-7 September 3, 2006 Broadway Baptist Church INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing our series on the importance of prayer. So far we have seen the benefits of powerful ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Real Prayer = Real Revival

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 5, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,870 views

    If you could pray only one prayer what would you pray?

    Real Prayer = Real Revival Text: Luke 18:1-8 If you could pray only one prayer what prayer would you pray? Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart, 2 saying: “There was in a certain city a judge who did not fear God nor regard man. 3 Now there ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Curt Cizek avatar

    A House Of Prayer For All People?

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Aug 9, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,793 views

    We judge by what we see. God judges by the heart. His way is better. Let us join God is inviting others into His family.

    -Is God’s house for everyone? -Is anyone welcome in chapel? -Does God accept anyone and everyone who steps foot in His house? -Before you answer, let me tell you a little story -Last week during fellowship, I told some of you about a scene from the Dark Knight, the new Batman movie -Have any of you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr. George Calhoun avatar

    The Lord's Prayer: "Our Father" Series

    Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 31, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 34,336 views

    Have you ever thought about how incredible it is the way that Jesus taught us to pray? He taught us to call upon God the Almighty, the Maker of heaven and earth, the Lord of Lords, the King of Kings, the Great I am, The Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and

    Have you ever thought about how incredible it is the way that Jesus taught us to pray? He taught us to call upon God the Almighty, the Maker of heaven and earth, the Lord of Lords, the King of Kings, the Great I am, The Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End as our Father. Now this is so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist