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  • Darrell Stetler II avatar

    #3 - Why God Answers Prayer Series

    Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Sep 17, 2015
     | 4,329 views

    Why does God what He does? What is God's reasoning?

    >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> THIS SERMON AVAILABLE WITH POWERPOINT IN RESOURCE DOWNLOAD! This sermon (and several hundred others) are available for download. > Microsoft Word > Most with handouts More info: www.sermonsubscribe.com or darrellstetler2@gmail.com >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> <ILLUS> ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    A "What" And "Why" Prayer For Spiritual Maturity Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 9, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,874 views

    Paul’s prayer to the Colossian church is a great outline for our prayer for other believers and a pattern for our spiritul maturity.

    Date Written: October 8, 2006 Date Preached: October 8, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in Colossians Sermon Title: A “what” and “why” prayer for Spiritual Maturity Sermon Text: Col 1:9-12 9 For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    A Prayer-Hearing God Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 6, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,805 views

    Believers can be certain that their sincere prayers of faith are heard by God.

    A Prayer-Hearing God Part 1 (Reworked from a sermon preached by Jonathan Edwards in 1735) Psalm 65:1-2 Mar. 5, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Clip from "Meet The Parents" (DVD Chapter 5, Start @ 24:27-26:16 1 As Greg’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Dobyns avatar

    Pt. 3 Psalms: A Prayer For Justice Series

    Contributed by Steven Dobyns on Sep 19, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,192 views

    this is Pt3 of a 7 part series on learning to pray from the bible. this one is focused on the boston bombing.

    Learning to Pray Pt.3 Psalms: A Prayer for Justice Intro: There are times in life where there are no words. Like a gift that is unexpected and just what you needed… When she said yes… When a child takes your hand and looks up at you and smiles… When you see the sun set over Lake ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Roots - Part 3 - Prayer And Pentecost Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,836 views

    Beneath the surface. Overlooked but powerful and essential. Unseen but they can split concrete and destroy roads. Essential to sustain life. They produce all of the seen life and fruit. What is beneath the surface is directly responsible for what you

    Roots Pt. 3 - Prayer and Pentecost I. Introduction You really don’t understand the power of a root until have to try to cut through one. I have been faced with that challenge before. The smallest root can be extremely tough. The root is the lifeline and it tenaciously holds on to the tree and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Owens avatar

    Disciples Of Jesus Believe In The Power Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 15, 2020
     | 8,728 views

    Disciples of Jesus believe in the power of prayer and use prayer for empowerment in discipleship and ministry.

    A. One night a young boy was kneeling next to his bed with his mother and grandmother beside him as he softly said his prayers, “Dear God, please bless Mommy and Daddy, and all the family, and please give me a good night’s sleep.” 1. Then suddenly the little boy raised his voice and shouted, “And ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    How To Pray Effectively! R

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 16, 2026
     | 82 views

    Let us study what the Bible says about effective prayer. Lord, teach us to pray. Will there be eternal regret wishing we prayed more?

    HOW TO PRAY EFFECTIVELY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (Two part lesson) THERE WAS AN ITALIAN SCULPTOR THAT FROZE ICE FIGURES OF HUMANS AND SET THEM ON CONCRETE STEPS IN THE SUMMER. His thought was this: “LIFE IS SHORT, ENJOY, ENJOY IT BEFORE IT ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 2 - It All Begins With Prayer Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Feb 4, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,681 views

    Part 2 of the Finding Purpose series looks at how everything we are and are to become starts with prayer.

    FINDING PURPOSE Part 2 – It All Begins with Prayer † SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 56:1 – 7 In Isaiah chapter 56, God gives us a glimpse of His plan for all the people, not just the Israelites. Even those who were excluded from worship or not considered citizens in Israel, God’s blessings are for ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Amy Bickel avatar

    The Beauty Of The Prayer Shawl (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 15, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,056 views

    Exploring the Jewish roots of Christianity by studying the symbolism of the prayer shawl.

    Last week we started a new sermon series entitled “The Beauty of the Prayer Shawl.” The purpose of this series is to help us understand a little bit more about the Jewish roots of our faith. Jesus told us that “…salvation is of the Jews.” Basically what he means is that there would be no such ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Our Father, Who Art In Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,178 views

    This sermon focuses on God and his will and his kingdom. So the first thing Jesus teaches us is that prayer starts with God and then moves to us.

    Our Father, Who Art in Heaven, Hallowed Be Thy Name Teach Us to Pray Matthew 6:9-13 Many of us have probably mindlessly prayed the words of the Lord’s Prayer and never really thought about what we were really praying for. And that’s part of what gives rise to this sermon series ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Greg Carr avatar

    Focus On Five Word Of God And Prayer Series

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Mar 15, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,549 views

    We believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that through reading, studying, and preaching the Word of God, along with prayer we can enter into a deeper relationship with God as well as releasing His presence into our lives.

    LET’S PRAY Father we ask for Your anointing on us today. Place Your anointing on me as Your messenger today. God move in our lives. Rip open the heavens and visit Your people today. Open our eyes so that we may see Your Word. Open our ears so that we may hear Your Word. Open our minds so that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Overcoming Adversity Through Persistent Prayer SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 783 views

    Your engagement with this sermon will bring about a significant setback for your adversaries

    Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, I want to share a powerful message with you that will bring about a great victory in your life. As you read this message, be prepared for a mighty breakthrough against the forces of darkness. Let holy anger rise within you as you attentively ...read more

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  • Dr. JWT Spies avatar

    After Our Prayers Comes Praise

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 11, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,734 views

    After you have prayed about it start praising God.

    As we continue this series on Praise, last week we talked about, that there is victory in your praise, and this week we want to talk about, “After our Prayer comes our Praise”. When we search the books of the Psalmist we will notice that there are many prayers and many of those prayers include a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    Bible Study On Prayer - Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 30, 2024
     | 882 views

    This is the final part of a series that looks at prayer. This lesson focuses on the power that is in prayer.

    This lesson focuses on praying God's Word and believing that God will answer when we pray. NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Spencer Homan avatar

    40 Days Of Prayer - Kicking Off Lent

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,836 views

    This sermon kicked off our season of Lent by ushering in 40 days of prayer.

    Matthew 4:1-11 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2 After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3 The tempter came to him and said, "If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread." 4 Jesus answered, "It is written: ’Man ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed