Sermons on Praying Hard:

Mess Ups With Good Intentions Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 2, 2006

Jesus’ disciples wanted to do what was right, but they couldn’t seem to do it. Encouragement for those who can’t seem to get it right.

Matthew 26:36-54 – Mess Ups with Good Intentions Today’s passage is an interesting one. We have been looking at The Life of Jesus since we started the new year, and as we approach Easter – Resurrection Day – we find ourselves getting ever closer to the cross, to His death, by which He forgave ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-54

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipating Advent: A Working Faith Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 19, 2009

Depend on the Lord and be diligent in your work, because Jesus could come at any moment.

Two young boys were spending the night at grandma’s house the week before Christmas. At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers. The younger one began praying in a loud voice: “I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE...” “I PRAY FOR A NEW NINTENDO...” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Working Faith Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 11, 2024

in these difficult days before Jesus comes again, depend on the Lord and be diligent in your work, because Jesus could come at any moment.

Two young boys were spending the night at grandma’s house the week before Christmas. At bedtime, the two boys knelt beside their beds to say their prayers. The younger one began praying in a loud voice: “I PRAY FOR A NEW BICYCLE... I PRAY FOR A NEW NINTENDO...” His older brother leaned over, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"A Perfect Pill"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 18, 2012

An Acrostic for Spiritual Health

“A Perfect Pill” October 21, 2012 Psalm 63 I am an expert on pill taking. I have been taking a bunch of them for over 20 years now. In 1990 I had a massive heart attack that changed my life. I was in the hospital for 10 days and at the beginning it was touch and go. I made it and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Why The Church Should Never Stop Giving Hope

Contributed by Ronald Amaya on Jul 5, 2020

The Bible has a very different perspective on hope – it is not the kind of hope we see in the dictionary. While the dictionary definition of hope makes it sound like leaving things to fate, the hope of the Bible is a powerful force and a raw material for faith.

You can never give people too much hope. Hope is what gives people the faith to push through hard times. Hope is what makes people hold on when they are on the verge of throwing in the towel. Hope for a better tomorrow is what makes a teen push away those lingering suicidal thoughts. Hope is a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5, Romans 4:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faithful Men Series

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Jun 20, 2006

A Father’s Day Message

PP0322 DATE 6/18/06 FAITHFUL MEN! 2 Timothy 2:1-4 2Ti 2:1 Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2Ti 2:2 And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. 2Ti 2:3 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World - A Study Of Philippians- Part 1 "Joy In Others" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Nov 29, 2016

Part on of our study of Joy though the words of Paul to the church at Philippi

Joy to the world Part 1 Philippians 1:1-11 As we begin nearing the celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ The word Joy Becomes a common word The rest of the year It may only be mentioned outside of church When you are trying to decide if you feel like a nut or not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-27, Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

A Stone, A Veil And A Door

Contributed by James May on Oct 17, 2004

Jesus wants us to roll away the stone of doubts and fear, then he will tear the veil that keeps us separated from Him, and then He will give us an open door into eternal life.

A Stone, A Veil and A Door By Pastor Jim May The Stone: John 11:38-40, "Jesus therefore again groaning in himself cometh to the grave. It was a cave, and a stone lay upon it. Jesus said, Take ye away the stone. Martha, the sister of him that was dead, saith unto him, Lord, by this time he ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Perpetual Preparation Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

There are two types of prayer. There is the proud prayer that comes seeking what I want, and then there is the humble prayer that comes seeking what God wants.

Dr. R. G. Lee told of a preacher who use to open his Bible and put his finger down, and whatever it pointed to would be his text for the message. He told this brother that he needed more preparation for his sermons. The proof was the message that he preached on Naaman the leper. He put his finger ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-22

National Day Of Prayer

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Jun 23, 2004

Speech / Prayer delivered in Augusta Maine at the National Day of Prayer

You know the Bible teaches that in the last days before Christ’s return our world would go topsy-turvy and become perilous. Well, I think that’s a perfect description of the time in which we are now living. - It is during times like these that we need an anchor. - It is in time and days like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Altar

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 29, 2002

When we get back to the altar as a life style and not just a place to go when we have a problem, we will find the presence and the power of God.

Ahab the king of Israel meets Elijah with these words: Art thou he that troubeleth Israel? Trouble=) stir up, disturb To agitate; 2. To afflict with pain or discomfort. 3. To cause mental agitation or distress You Have to realize that when you get serious about serving God, 100% sold out, You will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30, 2 Chronicles 7:14, 1 Kings 18:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

What To Do Til Jesus Comes

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

A call to faithfulness and fruitfulness while waiting for Christ’s return; an overview of 2 Thessalonians.

What To Do ‘Til Jesus Comes 2 Thessalonians 2:15, 3:3-5 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: A university student was seen with a large "K" printed on his T- shirt. When someone asked him what the "K" stood for, he said, "Confused." "But," ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Month Of Understanding Money Matters

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Mar 4, 2020

New beginning means starting afresh or anew. It means going back to the basics. So this month I will like us to look afresh into money matters.

New beginning means starting afresh or anew. It means going back to the basics. So this month I will like us to look afresh into money matters. Talking about money Solomon acclaimed to be biblically one of the wisest men on earth prayed - "Give me money enough so that I will not steal, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Acts 20:35, Proverbs 22:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Delivered! How We Can Experience Miracles In Our Lives. Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Feb 8, 2009

As Peter was delivered from prison, we can experience miracles ourselves.

Delivered! How we can experience miracles in our lives. February 8, 2009 Do you need a miracle? Have you experienced a miracle…lately? Review: God of suffering: Thriving in Adversity. Acts 11 Text Acts 12:1-24: From bad to worse… We can experience miracles of deliverance… I. By ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Dare You! Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 18, 2009

Courage doesn’t mean we’re not afraid. It means we do what we know is the right thing to do even though we’re afraid.

What does “I Dare You!” mean? Sometimes good, sometimes bad. Whenever someone dares us to do something or be something, it means they want us to do something that’s hard for us to do. Story of “The Cat and the Mice” by Aesop… Mice had a problem… Q: Why was the young mouse’s suggestion a good ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:19-28

Denomination: Salvation Army