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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Creating An Atmosphere Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 19, 2003
    based on 194 ratings
     | 22,419 views

    Paul often asked the churches to pray for him... but why? The key is found in Romans 15. Find out about the power that we often overlook.

    OPEN: In the backwoods of Kentucky there was a family of wayward “church members.” One day while brothers Jim, John, and Sam were out in the woods, a large rattlesnake bit Sam and he became violently ill. The doctor was summoned and did what he could, but he told the family that he believed they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When I Pray PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
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    Prayer is a powerful, intimate encounter with God that brings healing, unity, and hope when we approach Him honestly and support one another.

    Some of us walked in today with a whisper instead of a shout. Hearts carry heavy headlines—doctor’s reports, strained relationships, silent worries that keep us wide awake at 3 a.m. You’ve prayed before, and maybe your prayer felt like a paper airplane tossed into a hurricane. But friend, the God ...read more

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    "The Widow And The Unjust Judge”

    Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 24, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 23,432 views

    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

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    "What Kind Of Praying Must We Do?” - Part Three Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 24, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,029 views

    We need to intercede desperately for people when God lays them on our heart.

    We’ve been looking at our Lord’s response to His disciple’s request to teach them to pray. Jesus shared a parable with them from which we discover three important truths about what kind of praying we must do. First, we learn that our prayers need to be daring. Daring in size, in stubbornness, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Louis Mare avatar

    Discernment And Why We Need It More Than Ever Series

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Mar 14, 2023
     | 4,901 views

    iscernment is an essential skill for Christians. It involves distinguishing between right and wrong, truth and error, and good and evil. Hebrews 5:14 encourages believers to grow in discernment, which is a process that involves spiritual growth, training, and application.

    Discernment is an essential skill for Christians. It involves distinguishing between right and wrong, truth and error, and good and evil. Hebrews 5:14 encourages believers to grow in discernment, which is a process that involves spiritual growth, training, and application. I want to explore three ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Praise And Worship Series

    Contributed by Troy Richards on Dec 9, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,822 views

    A five week series looking at why we do the things we do at church. Part two focuses on why we sing and spend time in Praise & Worship.

    [NORTHPOINT CHURCH VIDEO] -for the next few weeks we’re going to be looking at what we do here at Fire & Water, and in the broader picture what we do at church in general. -because church can be weird. If you’ve never been to church, if you’re not from that church, sometimes the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Why Me?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 16, 2020
     | 2,840 views

    When we are asked to do something we don't want to do, our response is usually, "Why Me?" This is a short homily for a Sunday service following the choir cantata.

    Why Me? Luke 1: 26 - 38 Intro: Have you ever been asked to do something and you ask the person, “How am I going to do that?” Maybe you’ve been chosen to do something and you ask, “WHY ME? PICK SOMEONE ELSE. I Mary is approached by Gabriel, a messenger from God and asked to do something that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Pray It Yourself 1

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Oct 6, 2018
     | 4,043 views

    The purpose of prayer is for relationship. We establish a sweet fellowship with the Holy Spirit when our daily living is a life of prayers.

    OPENING PRAYER My Father who art in Heaven, hallowed be your name. I ask that you come and fellowship with me now. Reveal to me the mysteries of your kingdom in Jesus name. Amen PRAY IT YOURSELF (part 1) FIRST BIBLE MEDITATION: 1 Timothy 2:1- “I exhort therefore, that, first of all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Praying For Heavenly Showers SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,540 views

    We need to fervently pray and ask God to open the flood gates of Heaven and bless us with His divine rain.

    Introduction: The phrase "Let It Rain!" is a plea for God to send a spiritual rain onto our world. Just as April showers bring May flowers, we need the refreshing rain of God's presence in our lives. Rain has various benefits in the natural world, such as quenching thirst, cleansing, softening ...read more

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    Why Are We Told To Take No Thought For Our Lives?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 6, 2023
     | 956 views

    We should turn our worries into prayers. While we are in prayer and with thanksgiving in our hearts, we should learn to give it to God and leave it there.

    Matthew 6:25-34 closes this piece of the Sermon on the Mount with Jesus teaching about worrying. Indeed, even to the extremely poor, Jesus says not to stress over food or garments. God takes care of the birds and garments the lilies in a beautiful manner, and God’s children are definitely more ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Should We Close 2024 Praising God?

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 27, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 623 views

    How do you view the year 2024? Whatever happened this year, let's have right perspective so that we can praise God and give Him thanks.

    We will soon leave the year of 2024. Some people see 2024 as a difficult or even bad year because they experienced so many problems this year, whether in finance, relationships, or health. They may even lose something precious or someone they loved this year. So, they are disappointed with God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christians Don't Pray Enough! Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 10, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,599 views

    Why is God's desire of all people to be saved not completely accomplished?

    Please open your Bibles to the First Letter to Timothy in the New Testament….. Let’s continue to worship our God by listening to what is said to Timothy as he was called to minister for the gospel of Jesus Christ. We noted from the First chapter of the Letter that Timothy was to lead and teach ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Why Worship?

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 2, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 14,057 views

    This message examines 3 reasons why we worship God. Personal testimonies about worship from others are used in point #2.

    “WHY WORSHIP?” Ps. 115 INTRO – As I conclude this series of “Why” sermons, there were so many different directions that I could have gone w/ these topics – “Why give…minister…witness…share…give the pastor and staff a raise…” But over the last 4 weeks, felt led to preach on “Why pray…serve…be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stay Alert And Pray SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,435 views

    Stay alert and pray, so that you won't fall into temptation. Being alert enhances our prayers, as every enemy we identify pushes us to pray more fervently. Furthermore, being alert is a form of prayer. If we are truly alert, the act of watching itself becomes a prayer.

    In the Bible, Jesus instructs his disciples to "Watch and pray, so that you will not fall into temptation" (Matthew 26:41, NIV). This command holds great significance for believers today. By understanding the importance of watching and praying, we can overcome temptation and live a victorious ...read more

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  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Great Reasons Why We Should Labor For The Lord Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 11, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,267 views

    1. Jesus will reward us richly (Matt 19:27-29). 2. Jesus was faithful to find us (Matt 19:30-20:7). 3. Jesus is generous with His grace (Matt 19:29, 20:8-10). 4. Jesus is constantly correct (Matt 20:8-16).

    Great Reasons Why We Should Labor for the Lord The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 19:27-30; Matthew 20:1-16 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 11, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 19:27. Most of you know that by this time, Jesus was only about 3 months away from the cross. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist