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  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Add To Faith? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 29, 2013
     | 5,538 views

    why add to faith?

    Last week we noted that God has given to people everything needed for life and godliness; and God desires every Christian to participate in His divine nature. God has given everything needed for a Christian to live a wonderful abundant life! How are we responding to this God who gives the best for ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Prayer

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Feb 12, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,663 views

    This sermons answers the question "How then, should we pray?"

    Prayer 1 Timothy 2:8 I will, therefore, that men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting." K.J.V. A member of this church recently came to my office with several questions about prayer. Whenever that happens, a member has questions about anything, it makes me think; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Baker avatar

    Prayer Changes Things Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Mark Baker on Feb 5, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,405 views

    The purpose of intercessory pray, and how it brings God’s will to pass.

    Prayer Changes Things Pt. 2 Philippians 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7. and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jim Moynihan avatar

    The Four Purposes Of Prayer (1 Of 4) Series

    Contributed by Jim Moynihan on Apr 1, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 28,638 views

    To live effective lives as Jesus’ disciples we need to pray.

    I’ve preached on prayer many times and I’ve tried to do it in such a way that you will be able to easily remember how to pray and to be motivated to pray. Yet I don’t think we are taking full advantage of this most powerful and useful resource we have as Christians. So, I am beginning a four week ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dixon Olu. David avatar

    Come Lord Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Feb 23, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,286 views

    If only Christians know what awaits them at the coming of the Lord, they will continually pray, COME LORD JESUS. Nevertheless, join me to pray, COME LORD JESUS.

    First delivered 21st September, 2003 THEME: MARANATHA: THE LORD COMETH TOPIC: COME LORD JESUS TEXT: Dan. 7: 13-14; Rev. 22: 20 OUTLINE INTRODUCTION 1. When Jesus comes! 2. If Jesus does not come 3. COME, Lord Jesus Introduction Much has been said about the coming back of our Lord and Savior Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Prayer Guide For Our Children

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,408 views

    We are often told to pray, but very seldom are parents equiped to pray for their children in the power of God’s Word. This prayer guide is disigned to do just that.

    Prayer Guide For Our Children and Grand Children “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” (Philippians 4:6) Praise: “Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Letting God Be God Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 20, 2008
     | 5,437 views

    To pray as Jesus prayed is to have the same understanding of God as He did: a firm but compassionate father, a giver who expects us to learn appreciation, and an empowering forgiver.

    Introduction to Series Praying As Jesus Prayed Every fall I like to take at least two Sundays to focus on some aspect of that most basic of all the disciplines of the Christian life, the discipline of prayer. I do this for several reasons. First, building in a specific emphasis on prayer in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Show Me Your Glory Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 19, 2025
     | 627 views

    Moses prays an audacious prayer - show me your glory.

    Moses: Show Me Your Glory Exodus 32-33 Pastor Jefferson M. Willams Chenoa Baptist Church 10-19-2025 Squab When I was younger, I was invited to attend a birthday dinner for a friend at Ducks. Ducks was a five-star restaurant at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis. It was very expensive and quite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Peter Denies Jesus Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 13, 2025
     | 189 views

    Why Peter fell.

    A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 26:33-35, 69-75 1. Jesus warned that some followers would deny Him. “Smite the shepherd, and the sheep . . . will flee” (v. 31). 2. Peter impulsively compares self to others. “Though all men shall be offended . . . yet will I never” (v. 33). 3. Peter impulsively boasted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Word Was God Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 22, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,139 views

    Why was it important for God to become human? And why become a human baby?

    WE OPENED WITH VIDEO “O, What A Gift” (https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=562729207881472) “I read the story of a woman who saw her friend at church and then, without thinking, said: “Happy Christmas!” The problem was… it was Easter. So, she quickly corrected herself and said, “I’m sorry. I meant ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Holy Spirit Our Intercessor

    Contributed by David Bubb on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 27,099 views

    The Holy Spirit is our prayer partner to help to pray effectively

    Subject: The Holy Spirit Our Intercessor Scripture Reading: Romans 8:26-28 The greatest privilege that God has given to us is the freedom to approach Him at any time. We are not only authorized to speak to Him, we are invited. Not only are we permitted, we are expected to speak to God. In fact, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    A Simple Answer To Some Comples Questions Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 7, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,038 views

    "God is love" explains why God created us, why He puts up with our rebellion, why He continues to meet our needs, why He offers salvation from sin, and why He wants to save us eternally.

    A Simple Answer to Some Complex Questions I John 4:7-21 INTRO.: There are many questions we face in this life. Some questions are downright dumb. Give examples. Little children start life asking questions. One of their favorite questions is "Why?" The questions we will discuss this morning are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Riches For Believers Series

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Oct 25, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,027 views

    Paul prays God will unleash a greater depth into the life of Believers

    There once was a rich man who was near death. He was very grieved because he had worked so hard for his money and wanted to be able to take it with him to heaven. So he began to pray that he might be able to take some of his wealth with him. An angel heard his plea and appeared to him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You Shall Be My Witnesses

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 16, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,150 views

    Too often we ask God why don’t I have this or that, why is this happening, why, why, why. Instead we should be asking what God can you do through me? God answers with the voice like many waters, You Shall Be My Witnesses.

    Vance Havner a very practical down home preacher said, “One day of green pastures and still waters is followed by dark valleys and miry swamps and a thousand whys lie unanswered, tabled for the future.” When it comes to unanswered whys from God we all too often ask more whys instead of what! In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis King avatar

    Guardian Angels Series

    Contributed by Dennis King on Jun 8, 2023
     | 2,679 views

    Simple question: Should we pray to angels, guardian or otherwise?

    Section 336 of the Catholic Church's Catechism, states: From its beginning until death, human life is surrounded by their watchful care and intercession. Beside each believer stands an angel as protector and shepherd leading him to life. Already here on earth the Christian life shares by faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist