Sermons on prevailing prayers:

Will The Gates Of Hell Prevail?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 13, 2007

Job is in a spiritual battle. He is ignorant of what is happening behind the scenes, but is certainly feeling the effects. Does this still occur? What does God’s word say?

Jesus once said of his church that the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. Paul once wrote to the Christians of Ephesians: Our battle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers and principalities, against the dark forces of evil in the heavenly places. When we come to the book ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Metaphor For Prayer.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 26, 2022

Such outpouring of ourselves, painful perseverance, tenacity in prayer - will cause us also to prevail. Thus, like Jacob, we will procure the blessing

A METAPHOR FOR PRAYER. Genesis 32:22-31. “The ford Jabbok” (Genesis 32:22) is significant, first, in that it was the border of the land of promise (cf. Numbers 21:24). Second, it was here that Jacob had a lifechanging encounter with God, and had his name changed from Jacob to Israel (Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dynamics Of A Prevailing Church

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

Essential Characteristics of a Church that Prevails against kingdom of darkness

GOD WILL HAVE A CHURCH IN THIS CITY THAT WILL PREVAIL AGAINST THE STRONGHOLDS OF DARKNESS. WE WILL BE ARMED AND ANOINTED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT, LAUNCHING A MILITANT ASSAULT ON THE KINGDOM OF satan. THE SUPERNATURAL POWER OF GOD WILL BE AT WORK IN THE MINISTRIES OF HIS CHURCH. DARKNESS WILL BE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Church Of God

A Prevailing Church: Binding Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 21, 2002

The guesses of the people about Jesus’ identity give us clues about their perception of His character. Jesus used their grasp of His similarity to John the Baptist, Elijah, and Jeremiah to focus on the authority to bind and loose. They, and He, bound rel

Have you ever needed to find out what somebody else really thought of you? Do you know what it is like to ask someone what their opinion is of you – and then you wait for what seems like an eternity for the answer, and when it comes, you are still not sure if it is good or bad? Do you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Prevailing Church: Loosing Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 20, 2002

A prevailing church is one which lives like those persons others thought Jesus might be -- like John the Baptist, loosing himself from tradition; like Elijah, living out of grace; like Jeremiah, let loose in the world.

I walked into the Baptist Student Center at the University of Kentucky, about to take over as chaplain. My predecessor was still on the scene, filling up garbage cans with files. In those pre-Watergate days, nobody had thought of shredders, I guess. He was throwing away every record, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

It Is The Lord's Purpose That Prevails

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 26, 2008

Pentecost 5(B) - It is the Lord’s purpose that always prevails. As mankind is often challenged to understand, then our God diplays his mighty power.

“IT IS THE LORD’S PURPOSE THAT PREVAILS” (Outline) June 15, 2008 -- PENTECOST 5 -- Job 38:1-11 INTRO: The pride of man ruined God’s perfection created in the Garden of Eden. They took the fruit and they ate. They put themselves in the place of God. After thousands of years and ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

When Love Prevails Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 22, 2023

This is the 13th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#13] WHEN LOVE PREVAILS 2 Samuel 1:17-18 Introduction: The death of Saul was the end of a difficult relationship. We have all had relationships that were not good- They might have started out well and had a lot of promise; but it ended in pain. The death of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Hell Shall Not Prevail

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Feb 25, 2021

Hell shall not prevail against the church

MATTHEW 16:18 “HELL SHALL NOT PREVAIL” A) Christ came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, and He withdrew Himself to be alone with His disciples! * He was facing the end very, very soon ... There was much to reveal and teach them. * It was time for them to learn that He was building a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

When Law Prevails

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

This sermon echoes the teaching of the Apostle Paul in Romans, Chapter 7, and, God’s plan of salvation is introduced.

(If you have found this sermon to be helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Jesus said that all sin will be forgiven except the sin against the Holy Spirit (see Mark 3:28-29, Matthew 12:31-32 and Luke 12:10). Why would this one sin be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9, 2 Thessalonians 1:7-9

Denomination: United Methodist

The Invitation Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 4, 2021

Looking at the prompting, promise and provision of prayer

THE INVITATION OF PRAYER The story is told about a poor widow with several children. Every day she would go out on her front porch and raised her hands in prayer saying, “Lord, you know I have no food to feed my children today. Please provide for our daily needs.” Her next-door neighbor was an ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:2-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Under The Coverage Of The Most High

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011

One of the most difficult things that people find to do is to trust. To trust is something that we find very difficult because through our life all of us have been disappointed or betrayed by people that we have trusted.

One of the most difficult things that people find to do is to trust. To trust is something that we find very difficult because through our life all of us have been disappointed or betrayed by people that we have trusted. Due to this our heart has hardened in a certain way, which causes us to stop ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:17-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revival Or Funeral

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Feb 13, 2023

Revival is not a mystery, revival is God's answer to hungry hearts, and prevailing prayer. I say this with no fear of exaggeration, or of contradiction.... this is where we are in America right now. In this hour revival for the church is not an option, it is Revival or Funeral.

Ezekiel 42:20 He measured it by the four sides: it had a wall round about, five hundred reeds long, and five hundred broad, to make a separation between the sanctuary and the profane place. The sanctuary represents that which is holy, sanctified, set apart... dedicated to God, and his service. The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 42:20, Revelation 3:14-17, Amos 7:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Breakthrough Prayers Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

Breakthrough prayers are intense, focused prayers that seek to release God’s power into difficult or stagnant situations. They are prayers that move the hand of God, pushing through barriers and opening doors to God's promises.

BREAKTHROUGH PRAYERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:19 "Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert." Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Luke 11:9-10, Matthew 7:7, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19, Jeremiah 29:11, Luke 11:9-10, Matthew 7:7, 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, Hebrews 11:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prayer Meeting Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 23, 2007

Many think prayer is a waste of time, but without the ministry of prayer, our work is a waste of time.

Prayer Meeting Acts 1: 14 Many think prayer is a waste of time, but without the ministry of prayer, our work is a waste of time. The thermometer of any church is its prayer meeting. You can do more than pray - but only after you have prayed. You can do more than pray after you have prayed, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Of Jabez Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Dec 9, 2006

Jabez prayed to see beyond his situation and limitation and God answered his prayer - principles of Jabez prayer - a Prayer to The God of Jacob

Prayer of Jebez 1. Bless Me Indeed A. He prayed to God of Israel (to the One who changed the name of Jacob). B. Jacob got alone to pray – get into the closet and close the door behind you and pour your heart out. C. Jacob taught that God wrestle with men in prayer. God is in the business of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God