Sermons on Understanding Prayer:

The Prayer Of Jabez, Part 1

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Nov 18, 2001

Despite some pitfalls in Dr. Wilkinson’s presentation, the prayer of Jabez is an inspirational and useful tool for believers.

"And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, "Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!" So God granted him what he requested." -- 1 Chronicles 4:10, NKJV All of us struggle ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

When Our Prayers Are Polluted

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 5, 2001

Sinful living prevents God from hearing our prayers.

INTRODUCTION: THE BIBLE TEACHES IN JAMES 5:16 THAT THE EFFECTUAL FERVENT PRAYER OF THE RIGHTEOUS AVAILETH MUCH. WHILE THAT IS A TRUE STATEMENT, OUR PRAYERS WILL BE NULL AND VOID IF OUR LIFESTYLE IS IN CONTRADICTION WITH OUR LIPS. IN OTHER WORDS MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS, OUR LIPS SAY ONE THING ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:18

Denomination: Baptist

A Selfish Prayer That God Granted

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 30, 2002

A comparision of the prayer of Jabez and the model prayer our Lord taught the disciples. This outline views Jabez’s prayer differently than the more popular view currently espoused.

THE MODEL PRAYER OF THE ’ME’ GENERATION: ANOTHER LOOK AT THE PRAYER OF JABEZ "Now Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, ’Oh, that Thou wouldst bless me indeed, and enlarge my border, and that Thy hand might be with me, and that Thou wouldst keep me from harm, that it may not pain me!’ And God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:8-13, 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Church Of Excellence: Prayer Series

Contributed by James Capps on Jan 16, 2001

One of the keys to becoming a church of excellence is to be a church at prayer

"Church of Excellence: Prayer!" 2 Chron. 7:1-14 THE SINGLE GREATEST NEED IN OUR LAND TODAY IS HEAVEN SENT REVIVAL! This is something we can do ourselves. Programs don’t do it….preaching can’t do it…choirs…the type music can’t do it ONLY GOD MOVING BY HIS HOLY SPIRIT CAN DO IT! It’s because ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Church Was Born In A Prayer Meeting

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002

Pentecost, the birth of the church, came while the disciples were gathered in a prayer meeting.

READ: Acts 1:12-14 The disciples returned to Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, where they had just witnessed the most phenomenal event; right before their very eyes Jesus ascended into Heaven, to sit again at God the Father’s right hand in glory. But before He was taken up, He gave them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer & Temptation Part I Series

Contributed by Fernie Franco on Apr 25, 2002

OVERCOMING TEMPTATION THROUGH THE POWER OF PRAYER

PRAYER AND TEMPTATION PART I INTRO: “The shortest distance between a problem and a solution is the distance between your knees and the floor. The one who kneels to the Lord can stand up to anything” · Prayer is the direction of tonight’s service. · (Illustration) – “Wrong Direction” · Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Only A Prayer Away Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001

FERVENT PRAYER IS THE PATHWAY TO RESTING IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD AND THE FAITHFULNESS OF HIS PROMISES

BIG IDEA: FERVENT PRAYER IS THE PATHWAY TO RESTING IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD AND THE FAITHFULNESS OF HIS PROMISES I. (:145-149) FERVENT PRAYER CRIES OUT TO GOD FOR AN ANSWER A. Fervent Prayer is Whole-Hearted Prayer "I cried with all my heart " B. Fervent Prayer is Directed to God "O Lord" "I cried ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:145-152

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Prayer, Power, Politics, And Plagues

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 1, 2001

Election eve sermon -- there are plagues in the body politic, created by inauthentic leadership; the best gift we can give to our national leadership is prayer, though we will likely see the haughtiness of politicians and smell the stench of plagues again.

He sat on his elegant furniture, in his fabulous house, surrounded by the glories of a wealthy nation, attended by efficient servants, powerful enough to command just about anything. But today he was miserable, miserable beyond words, because everywhere he looked they were there. In his way, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Problems Through Prayer Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 4, 2001

No one is free from difficulties in life. God shows us how to handle them and find blessings even as we face hardships.

Facing Problems through Prayer 1 Samuel 1:1-28, James 5:13 Bible Background The final verse of Judges echoes a statement made 3 times earlier. In those days Israel had no king, and everyone did what was right in his own eyes. What the author of Judges is telling us is that Israel has already ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, James 5:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Of Jabez:what Is In A Name? Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jul 24, 2001

This is an introductory lesson to a study of the Prayer of Jabez. It focuses on Jabez, his name, and his struggle to overcome the stigma attached to it.

THE PRAYER OF JABEZ What Is In A Name I Chronicles 4:9 INTRODUCTION: Some of you may have heard of Wilma Rudolph. She was a successful Olympic athlete in the 1960’s, but most do not know her story. She was born the 16th of 18 children in a poor black family in middle Tennessee, weighing only 4 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Of Jabez: Ask For The Biggest Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Aug 6, 2001

This is the third installment in a ongoing series based on the Prayer of Jabez

ASK FOR THE BIGGEST I Chronicles 4:10b INTRODUCTION: There is a story told of a wonderful, elderly, Christian lady who had very little money and lived in a rundown house, but despite her situation she was always giving praise to the Lord. Her only problem was with the old man who lived next door. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prayer Of Jabez Part One

Contributed by Joel Carwile on Feb 15, 2001

Part one of a series on the book by Bruce Wilkinson. Getting to know Jabez and hindrances to the prayer.

The Prayer of Jabez The Prodigy of the Genealogy The first nine chapters of 1 Chronicles consist of the official family tree of the 12 Hebrew tribes beginning with Adam and proceeding through thousands of years to Israel’s return from captivity. More than 500 names make up this family tree. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Prayers That Bring The Glory Down

Contributed by Richard Bane on Oct 18, 2000

Sermon On Prayer

II CHRONICLES 7:1-3 – PRAYERS THAT BRING THE GLORY DOWN 6:12-13 – A – STOOD BEFORE THE ALTAR B- STOOD IN THE PRECENSE OF THE PUBLIC AND CONGREGATION C-SPRED FORTH HIS HANDS UNTO THE LORD D- KNEELED DOWN IN FRONT OF ALL THE CONGREGATION 6:14-15 – WORSHIPPED GOD AS THE GOD OF THE COVENANT THAT HAS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-3

Hear Our Prayer Lord Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004

This is the 22nd study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) HYMN #25: HEAR OUR PRAYER LORD Psalm 25 The disciples asked Jesus, ¡§How should we pray¡¨? The reason they asked this question was not to find some ¡§magical phrase¡¨ to quote, but because they wanted to experience the power of God in their prayers. There ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Your House A Lighthouse Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 9, 2004

When our homes become prayer centers, they can become lighthouses to our communities.

Your House—A Lighthouse Phil 2:12-17 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: We have been exploring the theme of prayer for the better part of year now. In ten months we have looked at some basic principles of prayer, considered an example or ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, Philippians 2:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ