Sermons about Unanswered Prayers

Unanswered Prayer (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 1, 2023

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God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Mat 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

We have learned that God invites us to ask Him what we need (Matthew 7:7) because, number one, God wants us to be close to Him; number two, God wants us to always depend on Him; and number three, God wants to show His love to us. When we ask something from Him, we must be ready to get His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 John 5:14, Numbers 14:34-35, James 4:3, Deuteronomy 3:25-26, Jeremiah 29:4-7, Galatians 6:7, Deuteronomy 29:5 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unanswered Prayer (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 1, 2023

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God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Matthew 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

Prayer is an essential part of the Christian life and an excellent means of communication with our Heavenly Father. We can express our deepest longings, fears, joys, and hopes through prayer, seek God's guidance and help and intercede for others. However, sometimes it seems God is not answering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 John 5:14, James 4:3, Psalm 66:18, Isaiah 59:1-2, 1 Peter 3:7, Jonah 3:5-10, Genesis 21:14-19, 1 Kings 21:17-29, Mark 7:24-30 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul: The Perplexity Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 27, 2002

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Looking at the perplexity of unanswered prayer

PAUL THE PERPLEXITY OF PRAYER “ I asked… but God said…” Date: September 1, 2002 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 WHAT IS THE ANSWER TO THE PERPLEXING QUESTION OF UNANSWERED PRAYER? Introduction I shared with some one several days ago about our prayer ministry ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Answers Prayer, But Not Always.

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 10, 2010

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We all know the reality of unanswered prayer, but do we know the why of unanswered prayer?

God Answers Prayer, But Not Always Lends a whole new meaning to “I’m praying for you” doesn’t it? Prayer helps us feel closer to God, more connected to the church and extremely guilty if it is perceived that we don’t do it enough or correctly. And this is one of the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why Prayers Go Unanswered

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015

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John 9:31 31 Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth..

John 9:31 31 Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth. (KJV) John 15:7 If you remain in me and my word remains in you, ask whatever you wish and it will be given to you. (KJV) Prov 15:8 8 The sacrifice of the wicked is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:18

Denomination: Foursquare

Divine Dialogue Part 5 Dealing With The Promises Of Prayer Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 9, 2018

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Fifth in prayer series dealing with the promises of prayer and problems with unanswered prayer

“Divine Dialogue” Pt 5 Promise and Problems Regarding Prayer I. PERSPECTIVE ON PRAYER -- What is prayer? II. PURPOSE OF PRAYER – Why Pray? A. PRAYER FACILITATES INTIMACY WITH GOD B. PRAYER FOSTERS HUMBLE DEPENDENCE C. PRAYER FURTHERS GOD'S WORK D. PRAYER FORTIFIES THE SOUL ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

But God...did Not Answer Him Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on May 26, 2019

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Lesson of unanswered prayer from the life of King Saul

But God … Did Not Answer Him 1 Samuel 14:37 1. Always remember: God cares about you. ? I Peter 5:7; Ephesians 5:29; Nahum 1:7; Psalm 55:22; Matthew 6:25-26; Jeremiah 29:11 2. If God cares about me, then Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayers? ? Don’t expect God to answer prayers that are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:37

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Of (Un)answered Prayer

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 23, 2021

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Two stories from Mark 7 illustrate the mystery of answered prayer: God adapts his glorious plan to the requests of ordinary people, even when granting the requests is greater than people can imagine.

THE MYSTERY OF (UN)ANSWERED PRAYER—Mark 7:24-37 Many people have had the experience of praying—passionately, even desperately—and not receiving the answer they were seeking. That can be confusing, even troubling, and we naturally ask, “Why?” Was God not listening? Is he not able to do what we ask? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37, Matthew 15:21-28, Isaiah 35:5-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God You There?

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 30, 2006

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SERMON ABOUT UNANSWERED PRAYERS.

LUKE 18:10-14 GOD YOU THERE? INTRO: WHY ARE SOME PRAYERS UNANSWERED? 1: PHARISEE AND A PUBLICAN A)PHARISEE IS A PREIST B) PUBLICAN IS A TAX COLLECTOR C) TWO MEN OF TOTALLY DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS AND PROFESSIONS 2: TWO PRAYERS A) PHARISEE PRAYS AND GIVES THANKS AND BOASTS ABOUT HIMSELF AND WHAT ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:10-14

Denomination: Other

Like A Hen On A Cue Ball

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 19, 2020

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Why is it that our prayers seem to go unnoticed by God? This is a short devotional.

Since tonight is a time that we devote to lifting our praises and our prayer requests to God, let’s think about what we ask God for. I am sure that everyone of us has had a prayer that we prayed and asked God for some kind of help, and it seemed like our prayer was never heard. Have you ever had ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1, James 4:3, 1 John 5:14

Denomination: Baptist

Bad Reception - Unanswered Prayer #2 Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 28, 2008

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"Wrong doing" (sin) can block our prayers... but so can "wrong thinking". What kinds of attitudes could undermine our prayer time and create "bad reception" between us and God?

OPEN: Charlie Brown. Lucy. Schroeder. Snoopy. Where do we know those characters from? (The cartoon series: Peanuts) And who was the artist who created “Peanuts”? (Charles Shultz) Charles Shultz was something of a theologian. He tried to communicate his view of God through his cartoons. And he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul: "The Thorns Really Hurt" Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 25, 2017

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Physical Pain, Unanswered Prayers, Grace

OUT OF WEAKNESS…STRENGTH - Paul: “The Thorns Really Hurt” 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 (p. 808) October 1, 2017 Introduction: Have you ever wondered why God put thorns on roses? Well, here’s the scientific answer from a Harvard professor: “Roses really don’t have thorns…thorns ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Two Prayers, Only One Answered Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Mar 2, 2023

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As we continue to look at different prayers in the Bible I was lead to this portion of scripture, where there are two men praying

“Two Prayers Only One Answered” Luke 18: 9-14 As we continue to look at different prayers in the Bible I was lead to this portion of scripture, where there are two men praying. Luke 18:9 “And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Do We Do With Unanswered Prayer? Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

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A look at how to handle situations in which it seems like our prayers are not being answered.

What Do We Do With Unanswered Prayer 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Now, it’s been a few years ago now, but I still think most of you may remember a song by Garth Brooks called unanswered prayers. In the story of the song, the main character runs into his old high school sweetheart at a high school ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Prayer Goes Unanswered Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Feb 19, 2007

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Why doesn’t God answer all our prayers? And when he doesn’t, what should our response be? Part 4 of a series inspired by Philip Yancey’s book "Disappointment with God."

Back when I was a student at Bethany Bible College in Sussex, NB, I lived in one of the dormitories. They’ve since renovated the dorm, but when I was there we had two pay phones in the dorm… one on the second floor, and one on the third. The one on the third floor worked fine, but the one on the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

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