Sermons on Why We Pray:

Will We Be Blessed By God Or Be A Disappointment To God Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

Looking at who God blesses and why

Will we be blessed by God or be a disappointment to God? – Luke 6:17-26 Gladstone Baptist Church – 28/11/04 am "Most people who call themselves Christian would not follow Jesus if he returned today. His teachings were, after all, very radical - love your enemies, turn the other cheek, shelter the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For Your City

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 30, 2007

In this prayer we learn how to intercede for our town in a way that brings to bear all the power of God to revive, restore and rescue our cities for the Lord Jesus Christ. All great work begins with prayer that invokes God’s favor, enabling and reconcilia

How to Pray for Your City (2 Chron 7:14) When we earnestly pray for our community God blesses us in ways we had never imagined. 2 Chron 7:14 is the New Testament equivalent of Paul’s prayer for the church in Col. 1:9-11. In this prayer we learn how to intercede for our town in a way that brings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praying Like Jesus

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 20, 2014

"Our Father" I find it interesting here that Jesus would teach us this phrase because Jesus Himself never uses that phrase."In heaven" Jesus reminds us here that we are not approaching an earthly father that is limited in his capabilities or his presence.

11-11-04 PRAYING LIKE JESUS/Ten Principles Of Prayer Luke 11:1-11:13 Have you ever thought about your prayer life? Have you ever examined it and wished that you could be better at communicating with God? Have you ever just felt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Answering Why

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jan 27, 2013

In tragic times, we are tempted to ask why. The question itself is not wrong-after all Jesus asked it of his Father while on the cross, but it may not be the most appropriate question or lead to the best end.

Introduction: A. When tragedy strikes, we either grow bitter toward God or draw closer to him. B. Can God prevent tragedy? Yes. Why doesn’t he always? We can’t answer that. C. God is imminent and transcendent, but he’s not always imminent when we want him to be. D. As the writer ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Miss The Point

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 20, 2021

Why do we even bother coming to church? It's a common question! Now after COVID we have more church available online than every before. This sermon will journey through the Bible to answer the question of WHY we gather together for service.

DON’T MISS THE POINT Interesting time we are living in! Meme – Congrats you have defeated Jumanji, Welcome to the Oregon Trail! Laughed! 2020 – Covid-19 – quarantine – Churches embracing technology, LIVE Streaming Church service – more people than ever before have access to local church service ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1, Genesis 3:15, Genesis 2:7, Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 1:1, Hebrews 10:24-25, John 3:14-17, Romans 5:8, Matthew 27:51, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Ask And You Shall Receive Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 5, 2024

Jesus tells us how to pray in a way that leads to receiving an answer. We will learn that when we pray according to God’s will, that He hears and answers; but it might not be what we expect. However, it will be exactly what we need.

This morning, we are going to look at what Jesus has to say about how to pray in a way that leads to receiving an answer. In his song “Good, Good Father,” Chris Tomlin says, “I’ve seen many searching for answers far and wide, but I know we’re all searching for answers only You provide. ‘Cause You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

When It's Hard To Pray, Pray Harder!" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 20, 2012

It would be my guess that the most powerful prayer that Jonah ever prayed was in the belly of a fish. It’s possible that the most powerful prayer you have ever prayed was when you were in trouble as well. If crisis drives us to pray that's a good thing!

When it’s hard to pray, Pray Harder! Jonah 2:1-10 Sometimes what you think might do you in will be the one thing that saves you. Sometimes the worst possible thing that can happen to you is exactly what you need. Sometimes the thing you fear the most is the very thing that will turn your ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pray For One Another Series

Contributed by Jeff Jordan on Nov 14, 2016

Christians are to pray for each other, though sometimes we don't know exactly what to pray for. We examine some of the elements of praying for others.

How to Pray for One Another Begin with Jeremiah People clip about prayer requests from the album First Love Fortunately our prayer request time is not Looney toons like that. A common form of prayer is “intercessory prayer.” That is praying on behalf of someone and their need. It ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Luke 22:39-40, John 17:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why The Law? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Aug 30, 2010

The first message in a series on Leviticus is an introduction to what we will study for the next five weeks. Paul explains the purpose of the Law in Gal. 3:24 where the law is called a schoolmaster to bring us to Christ.

Leviticus Series #1 Why the LAW? Galatians 3:24 CHCC: June 13, 2010 INTRODUCTION: Recently I looked back over my records of all the sermons I’ve preached at Castle Hills Christian Church and realized that over the past 25 years, I’ve preached from all the books of the New ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In God We Trust

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 18, 2001

In this message we will answer 3 questions that many in our nation are asking. Why did this happen? Where should I turn? What should I do?

“In God We Trust” In Isaiah chapter 54, we read; “Rain and snow fall from the sky and don’t return without watering the ground. They cause plants to sprout and grow, making seeds for the people and bread for the farmer. The same is true of the words I speak. They will not return to me ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying Over Our Food Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 24, 2025

As believers, we often overlook the importance of praying over our food before we eat.

As believers, we often overlook the importance of praying over our food before we eat. However, the Bible provides numerous reasons why we should make this a regular practice. 1. Giving Thanks (1 Timothy 4:4-5) "Everything created by God is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:4-5, 1 Corinthians 10:31

Played Out Or Prayed Out Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 27, 2001

We are given to frenetic activity, most of it characterized by wrong priorities, a lack of partnerships, and the failure of power. We get played out unless we are prayed out.

Is there a lawyer in the house? Somebody who can give me a little legal advice? I need to know what the statute of limitations is on destruction of church property. Can somebody tell me, is it possible to prosecute fifteen years after the crime? And especially, is it possible to prosecute a pastor ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Me?

Contributed by John Mccurry on Dec 17, 2007

Have you ever asked the question "Why Me God" Mary was told she was highly favored of the Lord. In life we have questions of Why Me, God has a plan for each of our lives.

Why Me? In a moment you will see a short clip that will connect with the scripture verses we will be using for today. Have you ever asked God, Why Me? Luke 1:26-39 The clip I show you will have us sitting in on the conversation between Mary and Elizabeth at Elizabeth’s home. Clip A young girl ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

If We Say..... Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 7, 2012

Can you spell SIN? M-I-S-T-A-K-E? It is pretty easy because it has a huge I right in the middle. That is the essence of sin. The holy trinity of sin is me, myself and I. Sin is our major problem, sin is why Christ had to com

Tonight we are going to look at a passage of Scripture that reveals to us a special word that has become almost a secret in modern churches. A certain lady died stood at the Gates of Heaven. The gate keeper appeared and said, “Hello. We’ve been waiting for you.” And she said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-9

Strategic Praying Pt. 2

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 2, 2011

Last time we started to look at a topic called Strategic Praying, that is, prayers with specific purposes, and we went on to look at the meaning of prayers. We also looked at prayers and their strategies. Also, we enumerated some great miracles recorded t

Last time we started to look at a topic called Strategic Praying, that is, prayers with specific purposes, and we went on to look at the meaning of prayers. We also looked at prayers and their strategies. Also, we enumerated some great miracles recorded through prayers. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal