Sermons on Unanswerred Prayer:

A Tale Of Two Prayers

Contributed by Peter Thelander on Oct 29, 2001

A look at Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector.

It was the best of prayers, it was the worst of prayers, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of grace, it was the epoch of law, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair, we had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The Praise Of Answered Prayer Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Nov 2, 2001

Daniel gives a beautiful illustration of thanksgiving for answered prayer. Do you pause to give God thanks?

Ten lepers Luke 17:17-18, “So Jesus answered and said, “Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine? Were there not any found who returned to give glory to God except this foreigner?” We should be careful to give thanks to God; He is powerful to answer prayer! I. Intellectual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:17-18, Daniel 2:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Changes Things

Contributed by Larry Horn on Nov 3, 2001

This sermon helps us understand that if we live for God, Prayer is an effective way to overcome.

God is Still on the Throne and Prayer Changes Things  In today’s modern world sometimes it is hard for us to realize the power of prayer.  Man has accomplished so much that often we look for solutions to life’s problems in the natural world before even seeking God.  I am ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-6, 2 Kings 20:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A House Of Prayer

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Our churches should be powerhouses of prayer before the throne of God.

Becoming A House of Prayer John 2:13-16 I remember the early days of being here at Britton Christian Church. The very first Sunday that I ever stood in this pulpit I confessed to you that I didn't know a thing about being a pastor, but that if you would pray for me and if I would earnestly seek ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Position Of The Elements Of Prayer

Contributed by Richard Bane on Oct 18, 2000

Sermon On Prayer

II CHR 6:21-42 THE NINE ELEMENTS OF PRAYER FOR YOUR LIFE INTRODUCTION: LAST WEEK I PREACHED ON THE POSITION OF PRAYER IN YOUR LIFE FROM II CHR 6:12-21. TODAY WE WILL LOOK AT THE ELEMENTS OR (CONDITIONS, FACTORS, ENVIRONMENT) OF PRAYER FOR YOUR LIFE. BEFORE SOLOMON BEGAN TO ASK GOD FOR ANYTHING, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:21-42

Hannah's Prayer Of Praise

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: The way God delivered Hannah is characteristic of the way God rules his world.

Thesis: The way God delivered Hannah is characteristic of the way God rules his world. Intro.: 1. Everyone loves to see an underdog win! (cf. two recent children's movies-- "Angels in the Outfield" and "Little Giants"--predictable films where the underdogs win.) 2. Hannah's story (1 Sam. 1) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:1-11

The Prayer That Was Filled With Pride

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000

Luke 18:11-12 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men [are], extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican.

Luke 18:11-12 The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men [are], extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast twice in the week, I give tithes of all that I possess. We have the blessed promise in God’s Word that He will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:11-12, Luke 18:11

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer For Spiritual Enlightenment

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE NEED THE ENLIGHTENING WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT TO FULLY UNDERSTAND AND RELATE TO GOD 1.

WE NEED THE ENLIGHTENING WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT TO FULLY UNDERSTAND AND RELATE TO GOD 1. Motivation for this request for spiritual enlightenment -- The Reality of their Spiritual Life = cause for both thanksgiving and pastoral concern a. "for this reason" these Gentile believers genuinely ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Benefits Of Corporate Prayer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever wondered why some churches seem to get their prayers answered while others do not? In this passage the church is praying for Peter’s deliverance from the clutches of Herod. These were people who realized that every good thing comes from thei

1. Have you ever wondered why some churches seem to get their prayers answered while others do not? In this passage the church is praying for Peter’s deliverance from the clutches of Herod. These were people who realized that every good thing comes from their heavenly Father. They were all mindful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Powerful Prayer Heals

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do you suppose that so many believers live as if they are unbelievers in Godâs power? Perhaps, this is one of the saddest ironies of life. In this passage, Peter gives us two examples of a person who confidently prayed for God’s power to accomplish wh

1. Why do you suppose that so many believers live as if they are unbelievers in Godâs power? Perhaps, this is one of the saddest ironies of life. In this passage, Peter gives us two examples of a person who confidently prayed for God’s power to accomplish what appeared to be impossible. Peter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Phases Of The Disciple's Prayer

Contributed by W Lonnie Herndon on Oct 18, 2000

1.Person of Prayer  2.

1.Person of Prayer  2.Position of the Person  3.Praise of Prayer  4.Power of Prayer  5.Purpose of Prayer  6.Provision of Prayer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

The Prayer-Song Of A Patriot

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 26, 2002

The 85th Psalm is often a resource for revival preaching. But often overlooked is the fact that, as a prayer song, it is patriotic in nature.

The individual believer, the church, and the nation, lives or dies by revival. Since we are living in a fallen state, without a recovery process we would eventually erode. We can be very grateful that God installed a process whereby we can be rejuvenated, given new hope and strength to go forward ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prevailing Prayer

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jul 1, 2002

When prayer fails, Satan prevails.

THE POWER OF PREVAILING PRAYER Text: Isa.65: 24; Ex.17: 8-16 Intro: Folks, the need of the hour is powerful, persistent, passionate, prevailing prayer. The need is far greater than most of God’s people realize. The moral fiber of our nation has crumbled. Real love and compassion have become ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:24

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Is The Only Answer

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 29, 2002

If we are not praying right we can’t expect much from God.

PRAYER IS THE ONLY ANSWER EX 32:7-10, DT 9:7-11, 17-19 In DT 9 Moses is recounting how God has brought them to where they are. More than once he refers to them as a rebellious people. It was because Moses was a man of prayer that these people were still alive. I want us to recall what ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 9:7-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Power Of Persistent Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2002

Jesus taught that we should "always pray and not give up." But why? Is God hard of hearing? Is it difficult to get His attention? Or is there something else we don’t understand?

OPEN: The organ in a large church broke down one Sunday morning just before services were to begin. A member of the congregation happened to be a organ repairman and he immediately went to work on the instrument – finding it was a simple electrical problem. When he finally got it fixed it ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ