Sermons on Praying More:

Involve God In Your Matters

Contributed by Pst. Vincent Wrock on Jun 14, 2023

As Christians it's easy and enticing to Pray asking God to come and be part of our Issues but it's so difficult for us to give Him a through Pass to be the Guide in those matters. We will pray yes but we will still want to have Control over Everything.

God would want to be the centre of all your things and be the Great Man behind your success so that He can Gain the Glory and by this He will sustain your Prosperity and keep it around for Long. I believe everyone would want things that stays and are kept for around for Long for your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-3, Psalm 37:4-6

Loving God

Contributed by Larry East on Feb 13, 2009

This sermon shows that true love for God is more than words; it takes actions.

Loving God During the month of February, we’ve been talking about love. Two weeks ago, we talked about the fact that real love is not passion, but real love is a promise and a commitment. And we saw that kind of real love between a husband and wife through the story of Hosea, who loved his wife ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Discover What God Has For You In The Bible

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 28, 2000

A practical discussion of techniques for getting more out of your Bible study time.

Recently, Tyndale House Publishers conducted a survey asking Americans their opinions regarding the Bible. Among their findings were that the top three reasons people don’t read the Bible are: 1. Not enough time. 2. Too hard to understand. 3. Find it irrelevant. The top three frustrations ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

Be Brave, Like "Doubting Thomas”

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jul 12, 2021

often maligned, we should be more like 'Doubting Thomas'

John 20:19-31 May the meditations of my heart and the words of my mouth be acceptable to you, my Lord, my rock and Redeemer (Psalm 19:14) Today’s gospel reading is one of the best-known Eastertide gospels – that of “Doubting Thomas”. We almost never hear the name of this disciple without the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:14, Mark 3:18, Matthew 10:3, Luke 6:15, John 20:19-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

Whose Side Are You On?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

A true unity in the Lord is something we must never take for granted, and something for which we ought always to pray and work

A few weeks ago another pastor told me, "Dan, things are not going the best at my church. It seems there is always controversy and division over something or someone. But, I guess church fights are normal. From what I understand, it is unusual for a congregation to go more than two years without a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Power Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 13, 2025

James is going to end his book with a call to pray in all circumstances and encourage us to confess our sins to each other

James: Practical Faith (Part 2)  James 5:13-20 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  02-09–2025 Gumball Theology I love gum balls. If we are somewhere that has gumboil machines, Maxine will make sure to have quarters for me. But what if I just stood there, staring at ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer For Power Under Pressure Series

Contributed by Jan Arthur Lee on Jul 30, 2010

In order to become the unified church that builds something together, we need to pray and rely on the power and strength of God the Holy Spirit.

A Prayer for Power Under Pressure Text: Acts 4:23-31 Introduction Good morning! This morning, we’re going to be looking at one of the greatest recorded prayers in the bible. There are many great prayers in the Scriptures, but what sets this one as unique is that it is prayed by a church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: *other

Thy Kingdom Come Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on May 16, 2013

In the model prayer we are told by our Lord to pray for the kingdom to come and in Revelation chapter 20 we see the establishing of the kingdom.

Thy Kingdom Come Revelation 20:1-6 In these first 6 verses the term “A Thousand Years” is used in which we call a millennial. This is when the Lord will come and reign upon the earth from the throne of David in Jerusalem. Mention: Matt. 6:9-10 Thy kingdom come…we are told to pray ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What Did Jesus Say To Bill Bright?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 14, 2002

Bill you need to fulfill the Great Commission, by leading people to me and then disciple them and make sure they learn to pray and fast!

What Did Jesus say to Bill Bright? Thesis: Bill you need to fulfill the Great Commission, by leading people to me and then disciple them and make sure they learn to pray and fast! Texts: Matthew 28:18-20: 8Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Channeling Anger Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 14, 2003

Dramatic monologue: Jonah analyzes the sources of his anger, but prays that God will use all of his misdirected energy for Kingdom purposes.

Hmmph! Blah! Of all the fool things! Repent and be saved! Who would have thought it? Why in the world? I am angry. Yes, I don’t dispute it. I am angry. And why wouldn’t I be, after all I have gone through? I am angry. And with good reason. I went through hell and back, and with what ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer Choices-Part 2 Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 9, 2004

Each line of the Lord’s Prayer confronts us with spiritual and life choices. How will we pray? How will we live?

The Lord’s Prayer Choices---Part 2 Matthew 6:9-13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO “Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. Forgive us our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Holy Maker Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on May 30, 2014

Jesus prayed that God would form us into people set apart for active dedication and service by the reality of his communication with us.

We have been dissecting the prayer Jesus prayed for us. He prayed that we would have his joy, the kind of joy that comes with suffering. He prayed we would have his holiness, the kind that makes the world hate us. Last week we discovered He prayed we would be left behind to be salt, light, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17

Denomination: Foursquare

"The Principles Of Answered Prayer And Available Power” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 14, 2011

To be effective intercessors, we must learn how to pray according to God’s will and how to access the power availalbe because of the cross.

As we have looked at the various principles of intercession, we have talked about the principle of Applied Priesthood, and how we need to be willing to develop a sacrificial, submissive, sympathetic faith as we come before God and make requests on behalf of others who do not have a right ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Guidance In Confusing Times Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 30, 2016

If you want clear guidance in difficult and confusing times, pay attention to God's Word, pray, obey, and experience God's peace.

Two old friends met one day after many years. One attended college and became very successful. The other did not attend college. He never had much ambition, yet he still seemed to be doing very well. Curious as to why, the college graduate asked his friend, “How has everything been going ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Lord's Prayer - Part 4a - Forgive Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 11, 2023

Understanding forgiveness as we pray "Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors" is life-changing!`

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org This morning we are moving through the Lord’s Prayer in the Sermon on the Mount. I have to tell you that as I’ve studied the Sermon on the Mount, I have found my own faith greatly transformed and encouraged. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Brethren