Sermons on The Praying Life:

Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 9, 2011

Understanding persecution and why, as Christians, we will be persecuted and how to handle it.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 3: Praying Through Persecution

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 21, 2011

How to deal with persecution as Christians.

A. 1 PETER 4:12-19 “Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ’s sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Family Of God #3: Praying For Miracles

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 11, 2015

Because our Heavenly Father is a supernatural, prayer-answering God, people who are a part of God’s family will pray for miracles.

THE FAMILY OF GOD #3: PRAYING FOR MIRACLES INTRO TO THE BOOK OF ACTS: “The former account I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach, until the day in which He was taken up, after He through the Holy Spirit had given commandments to the apostles whom He had chosen, to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-16

Denomination: *other

The Time Has Come To Pray #8 Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 14, 2004

1. Jesus said, "I pray for those who WILL believe in me" 2. Jesus said, "That all of them may be one" 3. Jesus said, "I have given them the glory that You gave Me"

January 14, 2004 Title: The Time Has Come...to Pray #8 Text: John 17:20-23 Introduction 1. Tonight we will continue to observe Christ as He prays to His Father... Christ is quickly nearing the time in His ministry when He will be arrested... condemned to die... horribly mutilated... and killed ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Nazarene

When We Pray God Works

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 17, 2017

When we take the time to pray, God unleashes His power in the world.

A small boy was in his sand box playing and digging in the sand. He finally struck a rock as he dug in deeper. He kept on digging and found it to be a huge rock that he could barely move. He struggled and fought to get the rock out of the box. With one final effort he used all his strength to get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

P.r.a.y. / A = Ask

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 23, 2007

God always has the right answer to our requests.

There was a pastor who had a very spiritual parrot. All the parrot would say was, “Let’s pray. Let’s pray.” The pastor tried to teach him to say other things but to no avail. One day he learned that one of his deacons also owned a parrot. The deacon’s parrot was not so spiritual. It would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Time Has Come To Pray #6 Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 19, 2003

1. Jesus is on our side! He prays for us! 2. IN the world, not OF the world 3. Unity

November 19, 2003 Title: The Time Has Come...To Pray #6 Text: John 17:9-11 Introduction 1. Jesus is praying to His Father... and we have the opportunity to look on... and listen in as He is speaking to God... 2. Let’s hear His prayer... and allow it to speak to us this evening. Read Text: ...read more

Scripture: John 17:9-11

Denomination: Nazarene

What Happens When The Church Prays

Contributed by James Lee on Oct 31, 2012

Something powerful happens when we pray. When we pray, we connect our lives to the very same God who spoke this world into being.

Think about how you felt that time when God came through and answered your prayer… Something powerful happens when we pray. When we pray, we connect our lives to the very same God who spoke this world into being. The very same God who: Formed the Swiss Alps…Who carved the Grand ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

#2why Should I Pray? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 14, 2005

God loves for His people to pray and seek His face. Prayer is communication with our Father. May we learn to know our Father in prayer.

#2 WHY SHOULD I PRAY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #2 of a two part series. I do part #2 in two parts. God teach me not only to pray, but to love those for whom I pray. I LOVE THIS POEM: I STAND AT NIGHT Author Unknown I STAND AT NIGHT, AMID THE CITY’S ...read more

Scripture: James 4:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Praying...not Preying!" [part Four]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 28, 2016

“The value of persistent prayer is not so that God will hear us, but that we will finally hear Him.”

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, May 29, 2011 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter “Praying … Not Preying: The High Priestly Prayer” [Part Four] John 17:6-19 One of the most heartening experiences a person can enjoy is to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Praying...not Preying!" [part Five]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 28, 2016

“Since when is prayer an option?”

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, June 5, 2011 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter “Praying … Not Preying: The High Priestly Prayer” [Part Five] John 17:20-26 It seems only fitting that we conclude this sermon series on ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praying For God's Intervention Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jul 20, 2023

It is a decision to give up on our own strength and rely on God's strength and wisdom to solve our problems or deliver us. It declares our reliance on Him and our faith in His capability to step in and effectuate a turn for the better.

PRAYING FOR GOD'S INTERVENTION Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, July 20, 2023 "16 He saw that there was no man. and wondered that there was no one to intercede; Then his own arm brought him salvation. and his righteousness upheld him. 17 He put on righteousness as a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trials Are Life - Giving And Life - Changing

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Oct 16, 2002

James is calling us to a new way of thinking in times of trials. Consider it pure joy, because the Lord is there every step of the way

TRIALS “ARE” LIFE-GIVING AND LIFE CHANGING JAMES 1:2-4 Pastor Greg Mc Donald How many here have ever seen a golf ball...or held one in your hand? Probably all of you. Well, did you know that when they first manufactured golf balls, they made them smooth. But later on it was discovered that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

What Happens When Mama Prays?

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 10, 2014

A Godly mother is one of the most powerful forces on earth. They have within their hands the ability to shape the future with their children. Thank you Pastor Jeff Strite for the original outline.

Real Mothers are special people. Real mothers would like to be able to eat a whole candy bar (all by themselves) and drink a Coke without any "floaters" in it. Real Mothers know that their kitchen utensils are probably in the sandbox. Real Mothers often have sticky floors, filthy ovens and happy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 10 - Pray And Intercede For The Lost Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 2, 2024

We must abide in Christ and those who choose to do otherwise will be cut off. Also the Lord has chosen us so we can lead others into His kingdom. Like Abraham, every believer must also have a burden to pray and intercede for those who are lost without Christ.

We read in 1 Samuel 2:35, And I will raise me up a faithful priest, that shall do according to that which is in mine heart and in my mind: and I will build him a sure house; and he shall walk before mine anointed forever. (KJV) In the above mentioned verse, the Lord declares that He will raise up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:35, John 15:1-2, Genesis 18:17, Genesis 11:9, Genesis 18:19, Genesis 18:22, Genesis 18:24-26, Matthew 6:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other