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The Prayer Of Jabez

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 8, 2001

Jabez prayed a model prayer that God would bless him, increase his territory, place his hand upon him and keep him from evil.

“Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, ‘Because I bore him in pain.’ And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, ‘Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Methodist

At The Time Of Prayer

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 21, 2007

1- At the time of prayer we may be tested 2- At the time of prayer we must do good 3- At the time of prayer we must point to Jesus

INTRO.- ILL.- A lady said, “As my five year old son and I were headed to McDonald’s one day, we passed a car accident. Usually when we see something terrible like that, we say a prayer for those who might be hurt, so I pointed and said to my son, ‘We should pray.’ “From the back seat I heard his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Privilege Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Apr 28, 2008

An examination of the tremendous privilege of prayer, and how we can make better use of the privilege.

Title: The Privilege of Prayer Series: Prayer 101 (Sermon # 1) Text: Philippians 4:6-7 Preached: April 27, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Introduction A. Hook: Recently I came across something called Prayers of Children, containing prayers little kids had prayed to God. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Amazing Prayer” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 1, 2008

PRAYER...our opportunity to talk with the Creator.

Who do you pray for? What grabs your heart in prayer? • Is there a social concern that you’re passionate about? • A ministry direction you’re faithful & fervent in supporting? • Do friends fill up your prayer list? Have a few enemies on it? • Ever pray for governmental leaders? The military in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer: 101

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 15, 2010

If you’ve been a Christian for a while you probably know that prayer is one of the staples of the Christian life. Although we know that, how much time and consideration have we given to really understanding this thing called prayer?

PRAYER: 101 INTRODUCTION: If you’ve been a Christian for a while you probably know that prayer is one of the staples of the Christian life. Although we know that, how much time and consideration have we given to really understanding this thing called prayer? 1) Why should we ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer For The Church

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 21, 2015

The church and our nation don't seem to be in a good spot and need much prayer. The church in Ephesus was in a similar spot and Paul knew that they needed prayer desperately. Have we been focusing on praying for the church in our nation?

Opening illustration: A friend told me about a neighbor who years ago spent most of his spare time planting trees. The man seldom watered the young trees because he thought that too much watering spoiled them. (He came from the “no pain, no gain” school of plant care.) Pampered trees, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prayer Of Jabez

Contributed by John Lowe on May 28, 2012

As for Jabez, he was well intentioned, wealthy, and famous; he was a man of prayer. The best honor that any man can have is to have a relationship with God, and Jabez did, and he has his prayer recorded in the word of God, because it is significant and in

The Prayer of Jabez One of the most popular books on the Christian best seller list is “The Prayer of Jabez.” I haven’t read the book, but I have heard an interview with the author. There are many who believe that this book brings a new revelation, and they put a lot of faith ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Ladder

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 6, 2017

In his prayer to Ephesus Paul teaches us how to pray for the "big" things in life ... how to get closer to Jesus Christ and reach the measure of the fullness of God.

THE PRAYER LADDER Ephesians 3:14-21 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Pleasure Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 19, 2021

The pleasure of prayer is that by means of it we become more Christlike, for in prayer we develop the spirit and perspective of Christ.

One of life's greatest pleasures is the pleasure of answered prayer. But the pleasure of one can be the pain of another. Dick Van Dyke tells some funny stories about children and answers to prayer. Five year old Mark gave a loud whistle in the middle of the pastors sermon. His grandmother ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:8

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Julia Cramer on Oct 30, 2021

Prayer - the whisper of the soul, has four dimensions. The mystery of Prayer connects us to God; it is the glue that fastens our heart to God and focuses our mind on Him. Prayer is the breath of the soul in sync with the song of the Savior.

How many of you are inspired by Art? Motivated by music? Stirred by a poem? Touched by colors, patterns, and designs? Moved by nature? Changed by Relationships? In a very similar way – we should be inspired, motivated, stirred, touched, moved, and changed by our Prayer Life. Prayer – The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, John 14:3

Denomination: United Methodist

The Priority Of Prayer

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002

Who are we to pray for? Why are we to pray? How are we to pray? These are three questions that we must answer if we are going to make a difference for the kingdom of God.

Sermon Title: The Priority of Prayer Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Sunday Evening, July 2, 2000 Scripture Introduction: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Before we begin this evening let’s take a look at what the purpose of this letter by Paul to his beloved Timothy was. Timothy was a favorite pupil of Paul. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: *other

Prayer For All? Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Mar 21, 2005

A Palm Sunday sermon. This story about Peter and Cornelius has a couple of major parallels with Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, especially the call for us to be a house of prayer for all nations.

Prayer for All? – Acts 10:1-23 Palm Sunday, 2005 This story about Peter has a couple of major parallels with Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. I want to highlight those and then make some application for us today. 1. Healings and Miracles Both Peter and Jesus had just had some ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Prayer Of Dependence

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

I believe that this desire for independence is something that should not carry over into our spiritual lives. I think we all have experienced the failures and disappointments that come when we try to walk this way on our own. I believe that scripture t

On July 4th of the year 1776 a group of men known as the Second Continental Congress adopted a document which declared our nations independence from Great Britain. As Americans we are rightly proud of our Declaration of Independence. We hold men, such as John Hancock, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Holiness

Prayer Of Rest Series

Contributed by Paul Green on Jul 14, 2009

Rest is not only vital to our spiritual lives, it is imperative if we are to be effective. Through the prayer of rest, God places his children in the eye of the storm. When all around us is chaos and confusion, deep within we know stability and serenity

The Prayer of Rest Matthew 11:25-30 The story is told of a lady who became very angry at the pastor. When she finally caught up with him, she said, "I called you all morning at the church and dropped by to see you in the afternoon on Tuesday and you were not there." The minister said, "I’m sorry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Power In Prayer Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 15, 2016

As with everything else in life, prayer is the key to influencing secular culture and human government. Solomon's call to prayer serves as a pattern for discovering the power of prayer.

Every four years, this nation elects a political leader we call the President of the United States. This year’s election is fifty days away and there is both anticipation and anxiety as that day approaches. We go to the polls seeking to change the direction of the nation, or to stay the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-14

Denomination: Methodist