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  • Bishop Johnathan Hester avatar

    "The Widow And The Unjust Judge”

    Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 24, 2018
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    I believe strongly in prayer and in the power of prayer. And, I believe it is a part of our relationship with God where we can never stop growing in or do too much.

    Introduction: Above the door frame of my front door is an elongated plaque mounted. Inscribed upon it are the words, “Handle with Prayer.” Every time you come through that door or walk around the living room, this visible reminder stands as a testament of what to do with everything in life: ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • David Radcliff avatar

    If God Says Wait, Don’t Worry - Just Pray!

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016
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    In this world, there are people who welcome change and people who resist change.

    IF GOD SAYS WAIT, DON’T WORRY - JUST PRAY! Jeremiah 29:11-14 In this world, there are people who welcome change and people who resist change. There are those who like to maintain the Status Quo, and others who seek change for the sake of change. There are many things in this world that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    Forgiveness, Get A Handle On It

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019
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    The necessity of Forgiveness

    FORGIVENESS: GET A HANDLE ON IT MATT.6:14-15 1. INTRODUCTION. ALL OF US HAVE DONE SOME THINGS WRONG AND ALL OF US HAVE BEEN WRONGED BY OTHERS. SOMETIMES THE PAIN THAT WE HAVE EXPERIENCED BY OTHERS HAS LEFT US WOUNDED, WEARY, AND WOEFUL. YES, MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS, THE STING AND THE DEPTH OF THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why The Cry?

    Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Apr 14, 2017
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    Good Friday Sermon on the 4th Word of Christ while on the Cross. Matthew 27:46 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

    Why The Cry? Matthew 27:46 (ASV) And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? The journey From Gethsemane to Golgotha is slightly less than 1 mile, took six hours to complete and is the key to over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Church Prays

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002
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    When the church prays as a body, God accomplishes great things in His world.

    September 16, 2001 Acts 4:23-31 “When the church prays” 1. The church prays in response to God‘s actions. (4:23-24)  They were thankful for God’s deliverance. [recount the events that led up to this impromptu prayer meeting] Sometimes, God chooses to rescue His people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Praying, Proclaiming And Witnessing Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2006
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    In continuing our series in "Keys to Spiritual Growth," we look at three more keys to spiritual growth.

    Scripture Today we continue in my sermon series on “Keys to Spiritual Growth.” My foundational text for this series is 2 Peter 3:18: "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen" (2 Peter 3:18). Introduction Did you know ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Opperman avatar

    The Power Of Praying People Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 14, 2010
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    We’re to look to God… 1. When we’re suffering. (13a) 2. When we have success and are happy. (13b) 3. When we have sickness. (14-15a) 4. And, when we’re in sin. (15b-16)

    The Power of Praying People It’s amazing how many bad things can happen to people. Here are some stories from a few years back… —Paul Stiller, 47, was hospitalized when a quarter stick of dynamite blew up in his car. While driving around with his wife at 2AM, the bored couple lit ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Owens avatar

    Pray For One Another Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 1, 2009
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    Praying for one another fervently and faithfully is our privilege and responsibility.

    A. The story is told about three men were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging, violent river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Pat Damiani avatar

    How To Pray For Others Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 28, 2008
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    65th in a series from Ephesians. Paul’s prayer request helps us learn how to pray for others more effectively.

    In his book, Everyone’s Normal Until You Get to Know Them, John Ortberg tells the story about a man who wanders into a small and cluttered antique shop. As he walked up and down the aisles browsing, he saw the usual furniture, lamps, vases and oil paintings common to every antique store. Then he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Answered Prayed A Miracle.

    Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jul 1, 2012
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    Do we really believe that God is a prayer-hearing & a prayer-answering God? In our modern society maybe we become Christian humanists who believe that as humans we can do anything if we take the time to plan carefully & implement the plan.

    JOSHUA 10:6-15. IS ANSWERED PRAYED A MIRACLE. A young boy was telling the pastor that his mother said his prayers for him each night. "What do you mean, your mother says your prayers for you?" the minister inquired. The youngster replied, "When mom tucks me in she always says, Thank God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brandon Max avatar

    24) – "Praying With Confidence” Series

    Contributed by Brandon Max on Feb 4, 2022
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     | 1,417 views

    Jesus concludes The Lord's Prayer in the same way He began it by simply Glorifying and Reverencing God. When we Know and recognise that God is in control over His Kingdom, that He has the Power, and that all glory is due Him - we can pray with confidence.

    LORD TEACH US TO PRAY 24) – “Praying With Confidence” TEXT: Matthew 6:13 As we continue our study of the Lord’s Prayer… Today we are not only going to get a glimpse of how Jesus closes out and concludes His prayer, But I want us to talk about how you and I… By following His example - can Pray ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    Listen, Jesus Is Praying

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006
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    Be quiet, Jesus is praying

    LISTEN, JESUS IS PRAYING John 17 “Some brethren pray by yard; but true prayer is measured by weight, and not by length,” so spoke Charles Haddon Spurgeon. The greatest prayer ever recorded is found in our text, and it takes about six minutes to reverently read it aloud. There is not much ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eric Carroll avatar

    Why Worry?

    Contributed by Eric Carroll on Apr 3, 2014
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     | 6,630 views

    Why should we seek God, His Kingdom, His righteousness, and His provision? We seek God through His Word, Prayer, Fellowship, and Worship. We seek God first, for He being our Father, is our ever-present loving provider who knows all your needs.

    You know, people fall in love, have children, celebrate birthdays, take trips and sit on the porch on summer evenings, while listening to crickets. But inevitably, and to everyone, problems do come. Relationships flounder, jobs are lost, money gets tight, kids rebel, and through it all, even in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Rogers avatar

    Why Revival

    Contributed by David Rogers on Aug 2, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,967 views

    This is a sermon that explains why we have a need for revival and what it is.

    Why Revival Hos. 6-2 Prayer Good morning everyone. I hope that God has blessed you this week in fact I know that He has because we are all here this morning. Next Sunday night we will be starting our revival. Some of you may be asking the question why are we having another revival. We just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Frazier avatar

    Why Worship?

    Contributed by Jason Frazier on Nov 9, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 5,818 views

    It explores what the Bible says about worship & why we should worship God.

    TEXT: Deuteronomy 6:1-15 “Why Worship?” All across the globe this morning, people have gathered together in buildings like this one. Some arrive in formal clothes; others arrive in more casual attire. Some arrive in Lincoln Continentals; others arrive in Yugo’s or Gremlins. Some meet in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal