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  • Rule Digal avatar

    Elements Of Prayer (#2 Of Series On Prayer) Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 25, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,920 views

    Prayer must include praise, provision, pardon, protection and people.

    The Elements of Prayer (Matthew 6: 13-19) Intro. A. In our previous lesson, we have discussed the essentiality of prayer. I hope it has encouraged you to be more prayerful and also to be persistent in prayer. B. For today’s lesson, we will study the important elements of prayer. C. First, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prayer - Why Prayer Seems Unanswered

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Mar 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,665 views

    God loves us and wants to give us good gifts, but He is restrained by our lack of obedience and service.

    WHY GOD DOES NOT ANSWER PRAYER. ILLUSTRATION There were two widow women, each with only a single son. The two young men both got involved in drugs and they both ended up in prison. The women were devout Christians and both had been in constant prayer for many years. When their two boys were sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    1. Simple Prayer And Prayer Of The Ordinary Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020
     | 3,674 views

    I first put this Lenten address together in 2008, and when the Vicar's wife said she found it good and thought it should go on "Sermoncentral" - so who was I to disagree. I offer this series as a help and it is based on Richard Foster's excellent book Prayer

    Introduction. This series on Prayer is based on Richard Foster’s BRILLIANT book simply called "Prayer". If you want to study Prayer seriously it is a book you must read. Story: This series of studies came out a time of retreat at Mariastein, near Basle in Switzerland in October last ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Prayer Of Examen & Prayer Walking

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 16, 2022
     | 1,427 views

    God wants to hear from us and He wants us to listen closely to Him. Try some of these methods and see what a difference it makes in your prayer life.

    So far on Wednesday nights we have looked in detail at preparing ourselves to pray. We have looked at Breath Prayer, Contemplative prayer, Disciplined or Centering Prayer. Tonight, I want to take just a few moments and talk about the Prayer of Examen and then just a little bit about Prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Many Purposes As Salt Series

    Contributed by David Troyer on Nov 19, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,572 views

    What is the purpose of salt? Throughout most of the world’s history, salt has been used for three purposes: Flavoring, Preserving and Healing and it has almost always been valuable. This message explores our responsibilities as Salt in this world.

    Our text for this morning is Matthew 5:13-16 While you are turning there, take a minute to think about salt. What is its history? What is its purpose... aside from tasting good. Today we are going to explore those aspects and more as we explore our purpose in light of the call God makes on us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Spiritual House - The Building And Purpose

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Oct 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 26,816 views

    The goal of this message is to help us understand that God dwells in us and that He has a purpose in the church being a living, vibrant community of believers.

    A SPIRITUAL HOUSE – The building & Purpose 1 Peter 2:4-5 & Ephesians 2:19-22 INTRODUCTION A. The idea of a spiritual house (called by many names) is seen almost from the very beginning of the Scriptures 1. We see it first in the Exodus - Exodus 25:9 According to all that I shew thee, after ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power And Purpose Of Self-Control

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025
     | 162 views

    In a time when the pace of life is ever-accelerating, and our senses are constantly bombarded with stimuli urging instant action and reaction, the Biblical virtue of self-control remains as pertinent as ever.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Edmund Hilary the first man who conquered Mount Everest was asked by an interviewer about his passions for climbing mountains. He gave this reply: "It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves." Peter the Great of Russia is quoted as saying, "I have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Prayer For Boldness

    Contributed by Mark Witherden on Jan 4, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 11,058 views

    Do you want boldness? The early disciples found themselves in need of boldness and this is how they got it. Something every believer should be praying.

    When the early church prayed Acts 4:23-31 The Apostles Prayer And being let go they went to their own companions and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said to them. So when they heard that, they raised their voice to God with one accord and said: "Lord You are God, who made ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Miracle Of Prayer

    Contributed by Bob Hunter on Jan 27, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 14,581 views

    This message on prayer will encourage people to cry out to God for the miraculous.

    “The Miracle of Prayer” Joshua Ch.10 Pastor Bob Hunter We’ve been studying the book of Joshua in the O.T. Last week we talked about the peace treaty Israel signed with the Gibeonites. That was in Ch. 9. So Just when you thought maybe things would ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    By Products Of Prayer

    Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,762 views

    To help see what prayer does for the believer.

    DATE THE BY-PRODUCTS OF PRAYER James 4:2-3. Jas 4:2 Ye lust, and have not: ye kill, and desire to have, and cannot obtain: ye fight and war, yet ye have not, because ye ask not. 3 Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. (KJV) INTRDUCTION: There ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Call For Prayer

    Contributed by Tony Searles on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 146 ratings
     | 8,846 views

    A call to heed the need for prayer in the individual, as well as, the Body.

    “A Call For Prayer!” “Therefore let everyone who is godly pray to you while you may be found” Ps. 32:6 ILLUSTRATION: The Posture Of Prayer A certain person couldn’t find the right posture for prayer. He tried praying on his knees, but that wasn’t comfortable; besides, it wrinkled his slacks. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Thanksgiving And Prayer Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 14, 2012
     | 6,318 views

    Our identity is in Christ. Our spiritual power is as strong as is our understanding of that truth.

    Outline I. Series Introduction a. Background: Who, What, When, Where, Why – v.1-2. II. Introduction III. Transition a. Paul found his identity in Christ. He presses the church and us to likewise find our identity in Christ, as highlighted in the text. IV. CIT/CIS: Finding Identity in Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Thankful Prayer

    Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 23, 2018
     | 5,980 views

    Thankful prayer brings divine peace, guards our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus, and brings right thinking…biblical thinking.

    Introduction Fear is a human emotion that is triggered by a perceived threat. Fear is a basic survival mechanism that signals our bodies to respond to danger with a fight or flight response. As such, it is an essential part of keeping us safe. However, when people live in constant fear, whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Prayer Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,031 views

    This sermon explores the importance of prayer, solitude, and seeking God amidst life's busyness.

    Good morning, dear church family, it is indeed a joy and privilege to gather in the house of the Lord today. As we come together in fellowship, our hearts are stirred by the power of God’s Word, the comfort of His presence, and the unity of His Spirit. Our hearts are like parched ground, thirsty ...read more

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    The Power Of Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 928 views

    This sermon encourages facing fears with faith, finding strength in Scripture, and fostering wisdom through prayer, emphasizing God's faithfulness, power, and unfailing love.

    Good morning, beloved. It is indeed a beautiful day, a day filled with the promise of God's unfailing love and His unending grace. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine narrative that God is writing. We are all here because we believe in the ...read more

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