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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Choose Wisely Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 4, 2002
    based on 106 ratings
     | 32,534 views

    Are marriages made in heaven?

    The German philosopher and scholar, Moses Mendelssohn (1729-86), was born a hunchback. Despite this deformity, which could have soured him on life forever, Mendelssohn was known as a wise and humble man. While on a trip to Hamburg as a young man, Mendelssohn met a rich merchant who had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Inclination Series

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 4,852 views

    Because God only gives good gifts, I will pray with persistence.

    August 2, 2001 If You Only Knew the Father – Part 3 INTRODUCTION God is Spirit so we can’t see literally Him with our physical eyes. But God is also a Person so we know He has personality. When you ask God for something, how do you think He responds? Does he roll his eyes, and say, “Oh, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dixon Olu. David avatar

    Come Lord Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Feb 23, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,143 views

    If only Christians know what awaits them at the coming of the Lord, they will continually pray, COME LORD JESUS. Nevertheless, join me to pray, COME LORD JESUS.

    First delivered 21st September, 2003 THEME: MARANATHA: THE LORD COMETH TOPIC: COME LORD JESUS TEXT: Dan. 7: 13-14; Rev. 22: 20 OUTLINE INTRODUCTION 1. When Jesus comes! 2. If Jesus does not come 3. COME, Lord Jesus Introduction Much has been said about the coming back of our Lord and Savior Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    "Revival Prayer"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 26, 2004
    based on 107 ratings
     | 18,501 views

    A message preached on the eve of Revival Services, to prepare for true Revival. Pray is the key to Revival. What do we need to pray for God to revive in our hearts?

    “Revival Prayer” INTRODUCTION: What is the FORMULA for REVIVAL? Prayer, Prayer, Prayer! It’s OK to pray for REVIVAL for this CHURCH … for a broader ministry … a deeper commitment … closer fellowship. BUT … all these are BY-PRODUCTS of a PERSONAL revival. SOMETIMES … we pray to straighten out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Guide For Our Children

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,328 views

    We are often told to pray, but very seldom are parents equiped to pray for their children in the power of God’s Word. This prayer guide is disigned to do just that.

    Prayer Guide For Our Children and Grand Children “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” (Philippians 4:6) Praise: “Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Quenching Your Thirst

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 17, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,545 views

    Why aren’t we praying as much? We will pray more if we come to truly know WHO the Lord is and WHAT He has to offer us.

    Introduction: Illustration BAREFOOT Campus Crusade for Christ’s founder Bill Bright tells the story of “a man who traveled to a certain city one cold morning. As he arrived at his hotel, he noticed that the clerks, the guests—everyone—were barefoot. In the coffee shop, he noticed a fellow at ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Watchmen On The Wall

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 22, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
     | 23,094 views

    God ties the accomplishing of His will to His people’s willingness to pray. He looks for "watchmen" who are committed to pray unceasingly and persistently for the fulfilment of His promises.

    Isaiah 62:6-7 “I have posted watchmen on your walls, O Jerusalem; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the LORD, give yourselves no rest, and give him no rest till he establishes Jerusalem and makes her the praise of the earth.” In Isaiah’s time the cities of the Middle East ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Oneness Of God's People

    Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on May 26, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,458 views

    Jesus prayed that the believers may be one. he prayed that we all may be one. This is the central theme of our L:ord's prayer, the oneness of God's people.

    First Church of God in Harvey Sunday Morning – January 22nd, 2012 Let us pray Welcome……… ‘This is the day which the Lord hath made;” this 22nd day of January 2012; so “we will rejoice and be glad in it.” “O give thanks unto the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Letting God Be God Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 20, 2008
     | 5,273 views

    To pray as Jesus prayed is to have the same understanding of God as He did: a firm but compassionate father, a giver who expects us to learn appreciation, and an empowering forgiver.

    Introduction to Series Praying As Jesus Prayed Every fall I like to take at least two Sundays to focus on some aspect of that most basic of all the disciplines of the Christian life, the discipline of prayer. I do this for several reasons. First, building in a specific emphasis on prayer in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Before Battle Series

    Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 21, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,049 views

    As we look at Jesus, see that he prayed before this battle. How do you pray as you prepare yourself, your soldiers, and your families for battle?

    Prayer Before Battle By Keith J. Andrews www.chaplainandrews.com All Scriptures marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001.Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. http://www.chaplainandrews.com Access Everything From Sermons, to Briefings, to Daily News, and Comic Books. Most mornings ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Ask, Seek, Knock Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 11, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,833 views

    Jesus encourages us to consider the spirit of our prayers when we pray to our Father in heaven. Do we pray knowing that God is a loving Father?

    Jesus encourages us to consider the spirit of our prayers when we pray to our Father in heaven. Do we pray knowing that God is a loving Father? “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Devoted To Prayer Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 612 views

    Prayer is a vital practice in our relationship with God. We can pray individually, together with others, and with power. Jesus demonstrated these three ways of praying in His life.

    You know how sometimes you just need some alone time? Well, Jesus did too. He would wake up super early, find a quiet spot, and just talk to God. It's like charging your phone at night. You wake up with a full battery, ready to tackle the day. So, try it out. Find a quiet spot, and start your day ...read more

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  • Ben Peak avatar

    Paul's Prayer For The Church

    Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,250 views

    One thing that you can notice as you look over his books is the number of prayers that Paul prays for his brothers and sisters in Christ. Several times he lets them know that he prays for them and many times he tells them exactly how he prays for them, w

    This evening I would like for you to turn with me to 2 Thess. 1:11-12. I enjoy reading the letters of Paul to the churches that he had such a passion for. And one thing that you can notice as you look over those books is the number of prayers that Paul prays for his brothers and sisters in ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Contemplative Prayer Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Oct 24, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 6,918 views

    Prayer is to be a dialogue with God. He’s how to listen as we pray

    Tiling the Soil of the Soul – The classic Spiritual Disciplines October 16, 2005 Contemplative Prayer: DIGGING THE WELL DEEPER Psalm 27 I’ve titled this series on the Spiritual Disciplines, “Tiling the soil of the soul.” Most of us realize that we cannot grow the fruit of the Spirit, or weed out ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Intercessory Prayer Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 26, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,269 views

    Paul understood that nothing brings deeper joy than praying for others.

    Philippians: Secrets to Abundant Joy INTERCESSORY PRAYER Philippians 1:3-12 Prayer is the greatest privilege we have from God and one of the greatest gifts of our salvation. Yet, prayer is so neglected in even most who call themselves Christians. Does this offend you? When I speak of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational