Sermons on the power of prayer:

Persistent Prayer

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 7, 2003

This is a message on the importance and purpose of prayer.

PERSISTENT PRAYER Luke 18:1-8 INTRO: Jesus wants His church to grow. If a church is to grow, it must prepare to grow. This preparation begins with prayer. Persistent prayer is the foundation of all Christian growth. The Scriptures bear testimony that persistent prayer always has been of utmost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Those Praying Saints: The Power Of Intercession Series

Contributed by Charles Jones on May 10, 2025

If you’re ready to take your place among the praying saints, lift your hands and declare: “Lord, make me a praying saint! Use me to intercede! Use me to cover my family! Use me to stand in the gap!"

Those Praying Saints: The Power of Intercession Text: James 5:16 (KJV) “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” Introduction: The Legacy of the Praying Saints Church, let me tell you something: we wouldn’t be here today if it weren’t for those praying ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power And Prophetic Role Of A Godly Mother Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on May 11, 2025

Let us explore what makes a mother not only precious but prophetic!

Title: The Power and Prophetic Role of a Godly Mother Scripture Texts: - Proverbs 31:28–29– “Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her...” - 2 Timothy 1:5 – “I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:13, Proverbs 31:28-29

Denomination: Charismatic

When You Pray PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Unpack the deeper meaning and benefits of the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing its power as a two-way conversation with God.

Good morning, church family! Today's sermon will focus on the power of prayer, specifically the Lord’s Prayer. Now, I know many of us have said the Lord’s Prayer countless times, but have we ever truly unpacked its meaning and the benefits it brings into our lives? The late Billy Graham once said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Topics: Lord's Prayer

Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 20, 2010

This sermon is meant to give some training disciplines for the regimen of prayer

The Amazing Race: Prayer Mark 5:1-13 The call of Jesus is to be a disciple. Disciple and the word discipline are closely associated. To make a commitment to be a disciple is to make a commitment to follow Jesus in the discipline of his life practices. When I say yes to Jesus, I am not just saying ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Dimensions Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 22, 2021

Jesus talked about the dimensions of prayer referring to the Lord's Prayer, Night Prayer, and the desirable prayer in our lives.

Theme: Dimensions of Prayer Text: Luke 11:1-13 Introduction to the Prayer: Jesus was praying in a certain place. Something motivated the disciples to come closer to the Lord. They could have astonished, amazed, and desired to pray like Jesus. Disciples learned many things from the lifestyle of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Where There Is No Altar The Church Will Falter

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 26, 2015

Not only will the altar less church be weak and spiritually impotent, but ultimately the church without an altar will falter.

1 King 18:14-30 Ahab the king of Israel meets Elijah with these words: Art thou he that troubeleth Israel? Trouble=) stir up, disturb To agitate; 2. To afflict with pain or discomfort. 3. To cause mental agitation or distress This shows you how far Israel had fallen from Gods divine presence and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:14-30, 1 Kings 18:31-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Prayer was important to Jesus, and as followers of Christ, we should follow His example.

Ever wonder how Jesus did all the amazing things He did? Besides being God's Son, He was always praying. If it was a big deal for Jesus, it should be a big deal for us too. Imagine you're playing a video game. You're on the final boss level, and it's tough. But then, you find a power-up. It gives ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35, Ephesians 6:18

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Faith, Meditation, Divine Communication

Prayer That Packs A Punch

Contributed by James Chandler on Jan 23, 2007

Jesus in his prayer in John 17 shows the heart of prayer and power that can come when we allow our prayers to pack a punch.

Prayer that packs a punch…John 17 1. Prayer that packs a punch comes from a pure heart From the temptation in the desert…all through his ministry Jesus kept himself right with the Lord. When we are not living for God we cannot expect God to listen to our ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prayer

Contributed by Kevin Chawla on Nov 4, 2017

IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER, THE WAY JESUS TAUGHT US.

FATHER ANOINT YOUR WORD TODAY INTO OUR HEARTS. THE LORD IN HIS WORD, PRECIOUS WORD TEACHES US HOW TO PRAY, NOW REMEMBER PRAYER IS A SPIRIT, SO GOD ANOINTS US SO WE CAN PRAY. IN MATHEW 6:9 HE TELLS US ABOUT THE PRAYER, HE TELLS US ABOUT THE PATTERN, RELATIONSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP. THERE ARE SEVEN ...read more

The Prayer Of Healing

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2006

“Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith

“Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Series

Contributed by David Moore on Jan 16, 2007

Dealing with Prayer. True Communication with God is the key.

Prayer – Communication (Because of the video clip. This sermon was appealing to all ages. Kids to adults. The difference: • Men and women are different • This may sound like a simple statement. • “Bro. Moore, most of us know that by now.” • Well, there are more differences then people give ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer Series

Contributed by Lito Sacatropiz on Sep 3, 2007

Prayer

HOW TO MAKE A REQUEST TO GOD? TEXT: Matthew 6:9-13 Topic: Prayer This passage Matthew 6:9-13 help us on how to pray? It is the given pattern of Jesus to his disciples on how to pray to the father? A pattern given to us which is not from our mouth alone but only from our heart. Our prayers must ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Power

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 17, 2005

There is Power in the Name of Jesus

Power Sunday March 25, 2001 Matthew 28:16-20 16 Then the eleven disciples left for Galilee, going to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshiped him—but some of them still doubted! 18 Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given complete authority ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Prayer Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002

Four examples of prayer from the early church.

Intro: A bus driver and a minister were standing in line to get into heaven. The bus driver approached the gate and St. Peter said, "Welcome, I understand you were a bus driver. Since I’m in charge of housing, I believe I have found the perfect place for you. See that mansion over the hilltop? It’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational