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  • Charles R. Peck avatar

    Lord Teach Us To Pray

    Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Mar 21, 2014
     | 4,826 views

    Prayer is the very life's breath for the true Christian.

    Lord teach us to Pray Luke 11:1/4 In verse nine Jesus said, “And I say unto you, ask, and it shall be given you; seek and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.” Prayer is talking with God and taking the time to listen, He may speak in an audible voice, or through His ...read more

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    Receiving Whatever You Pray For Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015
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    This is the 3rd sermon in the series "God's Terms And Conditions". How do you receive what you pray for?

    Series: God’s Terms And Conditions [#3] RECEIVING WHATEVER YOU PRAY FOR Matthew 21:22 Introduction: Jesus had just entered into Jerusalem as the people shouted, “Hosanna to the Son of David”. We call this event Palm Sunday. From there, Jesus went into the Temple and cleared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    When God's Church Prays

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Nov 30, 2011
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    This message from Matthew 18:18-20 reveals Jesus teaching on the power of the church in prayer to bind and loose on earth what God wishes to bind or loose in heaven, the power of agreement in prayer, and Christ's promise to be present in the prayers of tw

    When God’s Church Prays Matthew 18:18-20 CHCC – November 20, 2011 INTRODUCTION: Today we’re going to see what Jesus had to say about the prayer ministry of the church. There are NOT a lot of verses to look at because Jesus only talked about the church 2 times. There’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Healthy Church: One That Prays Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 9, 2004
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     | 4,549 views

    A sermon showing the pattern of prayer in the early church and that this pattern should be maintained in our lives, families, and church.

    A HEALTHY CHURCH: ONE THAT PRAYS ACTS 4:23-31 ACTS 12:11-17 INTRODUCTION... (from http://www.firstphx.org/sermons/habits03.htm) Perhaps you heard the story of the woman who stepped forward after an accident preparing to help the victim. She was asked to step aside by a man who announced, “Step ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Caring Prayer And Praying Care

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013
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    Holistic Healing within the Church.

    CARING PRAYER AND PRAYING CARE. James 5:13-20. In the previous verses (James 5:7-12), James exhorted us to patience. The writer mentioned the sufferings of the prophets as an example of endurance (James 5:10). However, patience need not be passive: it will also see us engaged in prayer. AN ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Are You Praying For? Series

    Contributed by Scott Jordan on Feb 24, 2007
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     | 2,719 views

    Part 2 of the Colossians series

    WHAT ARE YOU PRAYING FOR? Colossians 1:9-14 So we have continued praying for you ever since we first heard about you. We ask God to give you a complete understanding of what he wants to do in your lives, and we ask him to make you wise with spiritual wisdom. 10Then the way you live will always ...read more

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    #1 Pray Like A Warrior Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020
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    Colossians 1:9-11 provides a pattern prayer for those within and for the Church

    In this series we will walk through Paul’s letter to the Colossians. It is considered part of, what is commonly referred to by Christian scholars as, Paul’s prison letters. These letters – Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon – are all considered to be penned during one of Paul’s prison ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You Can Pray For Anything.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 19, 2020
     | 2,072 views

    Short message during virus shut down time. This was shared by text and other media.

    4/26/2020 From the Pastor’s Desk: Matthew 21:22 (NLT) 22 You can pray for anything, and if you have faith, you will receive it.” This statement is many times use as a stand alone statement without regards to the actual meaning. When the context has to be considered and an understanding of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "How To Pray For Your Children"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 22, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,211 views

    Specific ways to pray for children that will prove to be more effective than vague generalizations.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM October 24, 2004 "How to Pray for Your Children" Philippians 4:4-7 INTRODUCTION: A bumper sticker read, "I have teenagers! Pray for me!" If you have teenagers, you might feel this way at times. However, today we’re going to talk about how you can pray for your children. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Is The Proper Way To Pray?

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 30, 2007
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    What Is the Proper Way to Pray? 1) Persistently 2) Confidently

    Some people hold their hands up to heaven when engaged in this activity. Others get down on their knees. Most fold their hands and close their eyes. Yes, I’m talking about prayer. While prayer has many postures there is only one proper way to pray. Let’s find out from Jesus what the proper way to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus Prays For His Disciples

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 6, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,164 views

    Easter 7 (B) - Jesus prays for his disciples: Holy Father protect them from this world. Holy Father make them holy in this world.

    JESUS PRAYS FOR HIS DISCIPLES (Outline) May 4, 2008 – EASTER 7 - John 17:11b-19 INTRO: We have here the last words of Jesus’ comfort and encouragement for his disciples immediately before his betrayal by Judas in the Garden of Gethsemane. The disciples were about to face the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christ Prays For His Church

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 12, 2007
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     | 3,684 views

    In His prayer for the unity of His Church, Jesus provides the model, method, and motive for Christian unity.

    Christ Prays for His Church John 17:21-23 INTRO.:.There seems to be little interest in Christian unity today. Have we given up? Jesus’ prayer for His Church was that they might be united. The goal is for every Christian tp be united to Christ and to one another as Christ is to the Father. This is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fast And Give Alms And Pray

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 6, 2010
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     | 3,566 views

    The key to making Lent a time of growth.

    Ash Wednesday Homily 2010 There’s not much chance today that someone will see the ashes on your forehead and say “Oh, what a wonderfully pious person that is.” It’s more likely that someone who doesn’t know you are Catholic will ask, “did you know there’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Redeeming The Time - Pray For The Opportunity

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 25, 2011
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     | 8,379 views

    How many times, or even years, have you been praying for a loved one to come to Christ? Paul says, 'don't give up'. This is a message of encouragement and lessons learned from Paul about taking opportunities to share Christ with those around you.

    2011.10.23.Redeeming the Time William Akehurst HSWC Colossians 4:2-6, 17 Ephesians 5:15-16 How many times have you prayed for something and given up? Have you ever grown tired of praying for someone or something. Colossians 4:2 Paul says, ‘keep at it’. Continue in prayer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pray For All Those In Need Of Salvation

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Feb 11, 2019
     | 2,042 views

    There are people who know God but are still under the law. They need to be released from this bondage. Those who have not yet encountered Jesus also need to encounter Him to get salvation. We need to pray for all these people on a constant and continuous basis.

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *PRAY FOR ALL THOSE IN NEED OF SALVATION* Romans 10:1-5 King James Version (KJV) 10 Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. 2 For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic