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  • Brad Bailey avatar

    When We Don’t Understand

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Apr 30, 2019
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    When We Don’t Understand Series: Encountering Jesus (in the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – April 28, 2019

    When We Don’t Understand Series: Encountering Jesus (in the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – April 28, 2019 Text: Luke 7:18-35 – Exchange with John the Baptist about clarifying what should have been expected Intro… It’s so good to gather with you this morning. I appreciate the distinct places we may ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Persistent Prayer Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,613 views

    Tonight in this part of Jesus Sermon on the Mount we will learn about the Power of Persistent Prayer.

    Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part 17 The Power of Persistent Prayer Pm service February 22nd 2009 Matthew 7:7-11 Introduction We are sorry to announce the passing of Mrs. Prayer Meeting. She died recently at the First Neglected Church on Ho-Hum Avenue. Born many years ago in the midst of a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Curtis Kittrell avatar

    Prayer And Our Great Salvation

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 20, 2003
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    Introduction: Our salvation is so great that most of us never enter into an understanding of its full significance. The word salvation is a word that refers to many of God’s activities on our behalf. For example, it is used to refer to our initial experi

    Prayer and Our Great Salvation Text: “Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up" (Luke 18:1 NIV). Scripture Reading: Luke 18:1-8; Matthew 7:7-11 Introduction: Our salvation is so great that most of us never enter into an understanding of its ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Why Pray? Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 12, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
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    We need to understand the importance of prayer and the impact of prayer in our lives. The song you heard reflects the importance of prayer and really how natural it is to pray.

    Why Pray? Series:"Why?" Opening Illustration: Song and clip from "Jesus take the wheel." This little clip we just heard reveals how prayer is only a breath away. It’s really more natural to pray than not to pray. Thesis: We need to understand the importance of prayer and the impact of prayer in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    All Kinds Of Prayer

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 23, 2013
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    There are different kinds of prayer mentioned and modeled throughout the Bible. They are discussed in different places in the Bible and in different ways. All prayer is communication with God, but as with communication with people, there are many ways

    All Kinds of Prayer “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit.” – Ephesians 6:18 There are different kinds of prayer mentioned and modeled throughout the Bible. They are discussed in different places in the Bible and in different ways. All prayer is ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Help Thou Mine Unbelief

    Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
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    Trusting God through a crisis you can’t understand

    Help thou our unbelief! Revelation 3:7-13 Beloved the Lord Jesus Christ has a message for you that will transform your life so that even the old dog on the back porch won’t recognize you anymore. My dogs are barking at me when I come home because Jesus is good and gracious and reached past my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Increase Our Faith Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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    Even the tiniest mustard seed of faith is capable of monumental things. Jesus encourages us to expand our understanding, belief, and trust in Him.

    Today, we're going to talk about faith. You know, that thing that helps us believe in God and trust Him even when life gets tough. We're going to see how even a tiny bit of faith can make a huge difference in our lives. So, let's dive in! What I want you to walk away with is this: Even the tiniest ...read more

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    Through Prayer Pt 6 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 11, 2019
     | 3,522 views

    Misconceptions about prayer are common today so we need to have a proper understanding of the word - PRAY – P = Presence of God – R = Reminder of the race we are in – A = Awareness of the spiritual realm – Y = Yeshua in Hebrew means to rescue or deliver and is rooted in the name of Jesus.

    Opening Video: The Mighty Influence of a Praying Mom: Rhonwyn Kendrick’s Story Series: Find Joy in The Journey Through Prayer Thesis: Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and inner joy are linked together because prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Prayer And Song Of Faith

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 7, 2017
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     | 6,607 views

    we live in an age of stress and uncertainty. We must be people of prayer and people of praise.

    Prayer and Song of Faith James 5:13-16 Introduction- Prayer – Let’s address the elephant in the room and in this country for a moment - There is more tension today among people than I have seen in my entire lifetime. I watched as a 6 year old President Kennedy get shot live on TV. I sat on my ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Filled With The Knowledge Of His Will

    Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 8, 2025
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    Apostle Paul’s prayer is for believers to be filled with the knowledge of God’s will, emphasizing transformation through deep spiritual understanding, wisdom, and obedience. It highlights the importance of aligning one’s life with God’s purposes and growing in relationship with Him.

    Filled with the Knowledge of His Will “For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding.” (Colossians 1:9 KJV) Introduction: The Prayer for Fullness The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    How Theology Can Harm Scriptural Understanding

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021
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    Do you have a strong allegiance to a particular set of doctrines or theology? Are you a staunch Arminian or a dedicated five point Calvinist?

    Matthew 24:10-13 (ESV) "And then many will fall away and betray one another and hate one another. And many false prophets will arise and lead many astray. And because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold. But the one who endures to the end will be saved." Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Learning From The Prayers Of Jesus - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Apr 13, 2018
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     | 5,754 views

    The prayers of Jesus help us understand Him better. Today we will begin by looking at Jesus instruction concerning prayer in what is commonly known as "The Lord's Prayer".

    Matthew 6:9-13 I. THE PRAYERS OF JESUS HELP US UNDERSTAND HIM BETTER. A. We can learn about His life by examining His prayers. 1. We learn about His personality (His Nature) 2. We learn about what matters most to Him (His Heart) 3. We learn why He came to the earth (His Purpose) 4. We learn ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    Jesus Our Model For Prayer Series

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 17, 2016
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    When we approach our Heavenly Father in prayer we need to understand that He knows us better than we know ourselves. For that reason we need not be afraid to bring before Him our doubts and fears as well as our questions about faith and life.

    Jesus our model of prayer Matthew 6:5-14 Prayer 5 “And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    What Was It Like In The First Church?

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 17, 2019
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    Are we even close to what Jesus set up as his church?

    What was it like in the first Church? The things they had in the first church is desperately needed today. They had love. Understanding, cooperation and concern. They gave they worked witness and had the Grace of God. Acts2: 42 And they continued stedfastly in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In A Little While-Prayer

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Jun 1, 2003
    based on 95 ratings
     | 12,025 views

    This sermon is about the necessity of prayer in our lives.

    “In a Little While” By Rev. A. LaMar Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church Scripture: John 16:1-24 I yet believe that like the Psalmist that I too shall see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.” That is what faith is. Faith is simply believing that one day we will see the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran