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    A Prophetic Voice PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 587 views

    Explores the role of Spirit-led prayer in perceiving and unveiling potential, aligning our hearts with God's will, and participating in His divine purposes.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to another blessed gathering in the house of the Lord. It is always a joy to come together, to bask in the warmth of fellowship, to share in the nourishment of God's Word, and to unite our hearts in prayer. Today, we find ourselves standing on the ...read more

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    Fellowship In The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,586 views

    AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: JOYFUL THANKSGIVING INTIMATE BONDS PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY)

    BIG IDEA: AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: - JOYFUL THANKSGIVING - INTIMATE BONDS - PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY) (:1-2) INTRODUCTION -- THE SUBJECTS OF FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL A. "Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Can Prayer Override Scientific Law? Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017
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    God does not break laws because law is an extension of the nature and purpose of God, and is the power by which He controls His universe. Since God cannot change, then His laws do not change.

    A. CRITICS’ POINTS 1. If God overrode the mechanical ecological system of the universe, an unknown number of cause and effect “accidents” would produce chaos. 2. Miracles are only a myth to perpetuate Christianity. 3. The observers were wrong in their perception, or the writers embellished the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Am I, And What Is My Purpose? Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 23, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 40,875 views

    Well today through this passage of scripture, my prayer is that you may be encouraged, and then take it and apply it to your life and leave with a different outlook on your life, after you find out who you are, and what your purpose is.

    Who am I, and what is my Purpose? Am service August 31st 2008 1 Peter 2:9-10 Introduction A beggar lived near the king’s palace. One day he saw a proclamation posted outside the palace gate. The king was giving a great dinner. Anyone dressed in royal garments are welcome. The beggar went on his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prayer That Was Filled With Pride

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 90 ratings
     | 6,945 views

    Luke 18:11-12 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men [are], extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican.

    Luke 18:11-12 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men [are], extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. We have the blessed promise in God’s Word that He will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A "Fast" Message - Fasting - Prayer

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 25, 2005
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     | 42,861 views

    "God’s 9 Main Purposes for Fasting" from Is. 58 make for a great outline and eye-opening sermon for your committed crowd. Also, Biblical admonitions on the Benefits and Dangers to consider when fasting. Free Powerpoint at website.

    A Fast Message From God Is. 58:6-8 PowerPoint at: http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/FastMessage.html I. Definition of Fasting Fasting=a voluntary withdrawing from food and/or drink, or other fleshly appetite, for a specified period of time. 3 most basic types of fasting mentioned in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Is Silent (#6 Of Series On Prayer) Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 28, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,360 views

    It is because of God’s best intention and purpose that He is sometimes silent in answering our prayers.

    WHEN GOD IS SILENT Intro. A. Experience tells us that sometimes God answers our prayer with nothing but silence. It’s undeniable. There are times that we perceived God has deemed to deny us the answer of our prayers. B. Why? What are the reasons behind God’s silence, delay or denial? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Guidance And Transformation Through Prayer Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2023
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     | 1,263 views

    Psalm 143:10 teaches us the power of prayer in seeking God's guidance and experiencing transformation.

    "Guidance and Transformation Through Prayer" Introduction: Today, we delve into the inspiring words of Psalm 143:10 from the New Living Translation, seeking guidance and transformation through the power of prayer. Point 1: Seeking God's Guidance Scripture: Psalm 143:10a (NLT) - ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Doubting, But Still Worshipping

    Contributed by Ken Harris on May 18, 2008
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     | 8,302 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to encourage believers to affirm to others to TRUST GOD.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Fort Ord Chapel Seaside, CA 18 May 2008 Big Idea: Believers are sometimes guilty of having a “defective faith” – a faith that believes, but can not bring itself to “always TRUST GOD”. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; Illustration) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Altar

    Contributed by Charlie Scalf on Jan 26, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 19,486 views

    The purpose and the need of the altar in our church and most importantly, in our lives

    The Altar Rom 12:1-2 Text Rom 12:1-3 1 Cor 1:27 - 29 (NKJV) 27But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty; 28and the base things of the world and the things which are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Prayer - A Pattern For Living Series

    Contributed by Roy Newton on Oct 25, 2010
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     | 5,568 views

    Introduction to the series on the Lord’s Prayer. Aim is to show that prayer is not something we only say but a way of living in a vital relationship with our Heavenly Father

    "When you pray, don’t be like the hypocrites who love to pray publicly on street corners and in the synagogues where everyone can see them. I tell you the truth, that is all the reward they will ever get. But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rediscovering The Power In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 6, 2013
     | 6,685 views

    Message five on the series of prayer with the empahiss on healing.

    PRAYER: Rediscovering the Presnce, Promise and Power of God Rediscovering the power in Prayer to Heal Various Scriptures INTRODUCTION When we discuss prayer, the ultimate question arises, does God still heal today, or was healing meant for another age? I want to go on record to say that not only ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sermon On The Mount: Lord's Prayer Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 20, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,115 views

    Message from the Sermon on the Mount about the Lord's Prayer

    Title: Purpose of Prayer Theme Text: Matthew 6 2000 years ago a man stood on a grassy hill and began to expound these words to the listeners. “After this manner therefore pray” or when you pray, pray this way. The question we must ask ourselves 2000 years later is does this ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Life Giving Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 13, 2015
     | 5,813 views

    Message 24 from 1 John dealing with the prayer that God promises to give life to the one sinning.

    Life Giving Prayer 1John 5:13-17 Last week we talked about the power of faith. This is the victory that overcomes the world ¡V our faith. Faith and prayer go hand in hand. We trust God to hear and answer our prayer. Prayer demonstrates our dependence on God. Another one of the marvelous marks ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Prayer - All Or Nothing Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 25, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,833 views

    64th in a series from Ephesians. Our prayer needs to go beyond the superficial and physical and focus on the deep spiritual needs of others.

    Let me begin this morning with a confession. There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that the message I am going to share with you this morning is at least as much for me as for any of you. I’m not really speaking to you this morning out of my own experience as much as I am preaching to myself ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist