Sermons on the power of prayer: showing 556-570 of 163,986

One Extraordinary Prayer Series

Contributed by Geoff Surratt on Nov 4, 2009

The Extraordinary Prayer: "Lord, let us live such extraordinary lives that they can only be explained by the power of God."

Let’s start with a trivia contest. This is only for old people like me. How many of you remember something specific about the summer of 1969? Raise your hand...something about the summer of 1969. It’s funny. For the old people, they’re doing a couple of things. One...they’re saying, "I don’t want ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Modeling The Lord's Prayer

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Jan 17, 2015

This is the passage where one of Jesus' disciples, after watching Jesus pray, comes up to him and asks Jesus to teach him and the other disciples 'How to pray.' This is one of the two places in scripture that Jesus gives us all an example , or model, how we should pray.

Happy, "NEW" Saturday, Everyone! I must say, I have never been one to get all excited about new years resolutions. Not because they can't be kept, but because they are cliché'. Traditionally, they make sense, but more than not, a new years resolution just fades into the sunset, so to speak. So ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Like Abraham

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 13, 2016

No matter what, do not compromise prayer! Chuck everything else to be consistent with God in prayer! Then God would testify Himself about you!

Abraham prayed! Genesis 20:7 "Now therefore, restore the man's wife, for he is a prophet, and he will pray for you and you will live. But if you do not restore her, know that you shall surely die, you and all who are yours." It was ‘Parent’s meeting day’ at our Abide School, I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transforming Prayer Series

Contributed by David Calhoun on Aug 21, 2007

Prayer has the power to transform us from lost to saved, sick to healed, poor to prosperous, sad to joyful, upset to peaceful.

TRANSFORMERS 3 Transforming Prayer Part 1 ILL: Flight 93 Video Clip– Lord’s Prayer… Most people wait until death is near, the marriage is in failing, the kids are in trouble, money is low etc. before praying. God will certainly hear our prayers of distress but why wait till destruction to pray? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Warrior Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 19, 2020

The 1) Frequency (Ephesians 6:18a) , 2), Power (Ephesians 6:18b) 3) Variety (Ephesians 6:18c) , 4) Manner (Ephesians 6:18d), and the 5) Objects of prayer (Ephesians 6:18e).

Ephesians 6:18 [18] praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, (ESV) A report out of North Korea this week tells of a 17 year old girl, Sookyung Kang, who took a 3,000 mile journey from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Other

Godly Mothers Are Prayer Warriors For Their Children. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 8, 2024

Godly mothers are a blessing from God, and one of their most powerful weapons is prayer.

Godly mothers are a blessing from God, and one of their most powerful weapons is prayer. They are prayer warriors who intercede for their children, seeking God’s guidance, protection, and blessings. we’ll explore the importance of godly mothers as prayer warriors, using Bible verses to support this ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Psalm 121:8

Victory Through Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 28, 2023

This sermon encourages us to remember God's past provisions, pray for His present power, and promise future faithfulness, using Samuel's Ebenezer as a reminder.

Welcome, beloved family of God. We are here together, nestled under the wings of His grace, gathered in the unity of His love, and ready to be nourished by His Word. Indeed, our hearts are like fertile soil, yearning for the seeds of wisdom and understanding to be sown. We are like the tree planted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:12

Topics: God's Faithfulness

How To Pray PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the purpose, practice, and power of prayer, emphasizing that it is more than just asking for things, but rather a vital spiritual transaction and lifeline to God.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a topic that's as familiar as our daily bread and as vital as the air we breathe – prayer. We're going to look at its purpose, how we ought to do it, and the unimaginable power it holds. Charles Spurgeon once said, "True prayer is neither a mere ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Topics: Communicating, God

Haman's Plot PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore God's sovereignty, faithfulness, and the power of prayer during difficult times, using the story of Mordecai and Haman in Esther chapter 3 as an example.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we're going to dive into the book of Esther, specifically chapter 3, and explore some deep truths about our God. We're going to examine His sovereignty over human plans, His faithfulness during difficult times, and the power of prayer when adversity comes ...read more

Topics: Providence, God

Building Each Other Up In Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon explores Jude 1, emphasizing the importance of defending our faith, recognizing false teachings, and the power of prayer and faith in God's guidance.

Greetings, beloved family of faith. As we gather here today, united in spirit and purpose, we embark on a sacred exploration of the Word of God. We are here to learn, to grow, to be transformed by the divine wisdom that is contained within the holy scriptures. Our focus today is the first chapter ...read more

Topics: Faith

There Is Power In Faith ! Do You Have Faith In The Power?

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Feb 2, 2018

This is a sermon that was used for a Healing and wholeness service with anointing with oil and prayer for all who came forward to receive.

James 5:13-18 There is Power in the faith, do you have Faith in the Power? There is a Power that is available to us that can: 1. Cure our physical ailments 2. Reduce our pain and possibly eliminate it all together. 3. calm us when we are anxious 4. eliminate stress from our lives 5. help us ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

Jesus’ words tell us to “ask for anything”? Is that for real? “Ask for anything”?

Intro When Jesus tells you to “ask” in our Gospel reading, He tells you to pray in His name. When our Lord says, “Whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you,” He tells you that true prayer is never a waste of breath. For Jesus gives you His word that God the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Power

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 9, 2014

But what the world knows as power and authority is only a corruption of the true power of God. It has been said that absolute power corrupts absolutely, and that may be true. If it is, it is because of our corrupt, fallen nature.

Mark 1:21-45 7-14-13 21 They went to Capernaum, and when the Sabbath came, Jesus went into the synagogue and began to teach. 22 The people were amazed at his teaching, because he taught them as one who had authority, not as the teachers of the law. 23 Just then a man in their synagogue ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-45

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Because Of Prayer

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 25, 2007

Lets look at prayer. Its power, its purpose, its effect, its availability and its simple beauty as a means of communicating with Almighty God.

Because of Prayer I feel I need to spend some time reviewing prayer. I want to look at its place in the life of a Christian. Its power, its purpose, its effect, its availability and its simple beauty as a means of communicating with Almighty God. Im sure there are many instances in your life ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Prayer Of Praise Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 30, 2009

Habakkuk’s prayer is a pinnacle of praise. It is the mountain top destination of a journey that began in the valley of distress & doubt. It is for God’s power & involvement in the world.

Habakkuk 3:1-7 A PRAYER OF PRAISE [Psalm 77] Habakkuk is a beautiful gem of a book written by a prophet who started out wrestling with God and ended up worshiping Him. The distressed prophet who complained over the unchecked sin of his country in the first part of chapter one, was amazed at ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist