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Praying For Your Enemies

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015

We should pray for our enemies

I. Why should we pray for our enemies? a. That you will be like your father in Heaven v. 45 b. He causes and allows good and bad to happen to both the good and the evil. c. How patient has God been with you in your lifetime and should we not also be equally patient with our enemies. d. We must ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:44-45

Denomination: Baptist

Praying At All Times Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Dec 10, 2003

What does it mean to be constantly in prayer

Oct. 19 Praying at all times Acts 1:12-13 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day’s walk from the city. 13 When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and Thomas, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying For One Another

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 27, 2009

What Prayer Can Do For Others.

A. WHAT PRAYER CAN DO FOR OTHERS “Pray for one another” (James 5:16). 1. You can help people in trouble. “Man who is born of woman is of few days and full of trouble” (Job 14:1). “Peter was therefore kept in prison, but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church” (Acts ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For My Brothers

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 29, 2004

A study of Ephesians 1:15-21 can help us to understand how to pray for our brothers.

Introduction: How many times do we find that our prayers for the church don�t go beyond: �Lord, Be with this church�? There are many times when we don�t know the particular struggles of each of our brothers. How can we pray for them? We can learn some from studying Ephesians 1:15-21. I. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying In Good Times Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Dec 10, 2003

Prayer is harder during good times than bad, because the good times distract us from God

Nov. 23 Praying when things are going great Boy fell out of bed because he was sleeping too close to where he got in (my spiritual walk) History of the world - briefly Adam and Eve - dominion over the earth - have it all less one thing Abraham - through you all nations will be blessed Blessing - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Always Pray But Not Nag! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 21, 2013

Always talk to God with everything that you do!

We continue our worship of God through the Gospel of Luke; the Good News of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Please open your Bibles to Luke Chapter 18….. We noted several weeks back from Chapter 14 of Luke that God Jesus Christ looks for not just followers but true disciples. And so, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why I Pray... Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jun 22, 2016

A must read!

Part of the legacy that Grandmother leaves to her family and friends is prayer—not formulaic or ritual prayers, but intimate conversations with God, as if she were speaking with a friend. Little Mother wasn’t so much a prayer warrior as she was God’s friend, who maintained a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When A Church Prays Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 15, 2000

The power and nature of prayer.

“WHEN A CHURCH PRAYS” Acts 4:23-31 “And when they had prayed...” This morning I want to ask every member or active attending non-member to join me in a season of prayer for this church. I believe that it is essential that every member be involved in the process of prayer. There is incredible ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Saints Are To Praise And Pray! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 12, 2009

Praising God and praying on a regular basis are both duties and response for Christians.

We are here to worship God! Have you ever wondered why there is a message within a Worship Service? Would you say that many in Wisconsin worship the Packers? And when Coach McCarthy speaks, many fans intently listen! Are you a fan of God? Listening to what God has is to say is worship. So please ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

After This Manner - Pray

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 10, 2008

A description of how we are to approach God in our prayer life.

Introduction: 1. The Necessity of Prayer 2. The Amount of Prayer- 1 Th 5:17, Ro 12:12 3. The Act of Prayer - PRAY 4. The Effect of Prayer I. We can come Boldly - vs. 9 A. We have Access - Eph 2:18, Eph 3:12 B. We have Affiliation - we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Just Say It And Pray It Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

Prayer is a powerful tool when we use it.

Just Say It and Pray It James 5:13-20 Prayer is a poweful tool in our spiritual arsenal, when we choose to use it. Sometimes we are apt to save our prayers for times of crisis, but as we’ll see today prayer is meant for everday and every situation of your life. Pray in the face of trouble. No ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Now Let's Pray Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Nov 20, 2002

Last message in our study through the book of James

A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 19 “Now Let Us Pray” Introduction Last Monday we celebrated what some have called a much forgotten holiday, Veterans Day. Are have been blessed with many great privileges in this great nation because of many who have paid the ultimate sacrifice, laying ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Pray! Pay! Obey!

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under.

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under. Intro.: 1. This coming Tuesday our nation will celebrate Independence Day. 2. The Fourth of July is not a religious holiday, but it does provide the opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus and a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

The Power Of A Praying Mother Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 3, 2025

The story of Hannah in the book of 1 Samuel is a compelling portrait of a woman who knew how to carry her burden to the Lord in prayer.

THE POWER OF A PRAYING MOTHER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 1:1–2:11 Supporting Texts: James 5:16, Psalm 34:15, Luke 1:13, Isaiah 66:2, Proverbs 31:30 INTRODUCTION: The story of Hannah in the book of 1 Samuel is a compelling portrait of a woman who knew how to carry her burden to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-24, 1 Samuel 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Re-Learning To Pray

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Feb 26, 2006

As much as we might like to, we just can’t measure up to the prayer life of Jesus. Because of the Fall, we need to re-learn what it means to communicate with God on His terms.

Re-learning to Pray Matthew 6:9-13 Via TV this week I met Meghan. The weekend after Megan’s high school homecoming she was in a horrible car accident that left her in a coma for several weeks. Now, she’s awake and only wants one thing-to graduate. The one word that motivated Megan and her entire ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational