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  • David Carter avatar

    Praying For A Spiritual Breakthrough Series

    Contributed by David Carter on Jul 18, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,047 views

    The devil wants us to have a breakdown but God wants us to have a breakthrough - This sermon will instruct us how to pray for a Spiritual Breakthrough

    PRAYING FOR A SPIRITUAL BREAKTHROUGH MATTHEW 6: 9-13 - JESUS SAID, IN THIS MANNER, THEREFORE, PRAY: OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN, HALLOWED BE YOUR NAME. YOUR KINGDOM COME. YOUR WILL BE DONE ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN. GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY BREAD. AND FORGIVE US OUR DEBTS, AS WE FORGIVE OUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pray Without Ceasing

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 1, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 21,077 views

    A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Focused on pray without ceasing, or pray continually.

    Pray continually; pray without ceasing Introduction: A. My name is…. B. When I was asked to go to Mount Airy Church of Christ’s Wednesday night program and give devotion, I approached it like I was not going to get the position. In the past I had been to many interviews at churches and so I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Praying At All Times Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Dec 10, 2003
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     | 4,448 views

    What does it mean to be constantly in prayer

    Oct. 19 Praying at all times Acts 1:12-13 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day’s walk from the city. 13 When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and Thomas, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • ABIMBOLA SALU avatar

    "Pray Without Ceasing”

    Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Apr 29, 2024
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    Jesus told them a story showing that it was necessary for them to pray consistently and never quit.

    “Jesus told them a story showing that it was necessary for them to pray consistently and never quit. He said, “There was once a judge in some city who never gave God a thought and cared nothing for people. A widow in that city kept after him: ‘My rights are being violated. Protect me!’ “He never ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep Praying Momma Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on May 10, 2023
     | 2,045 views

    Canaanite Mother who came to Jesus and would not leave until she had her answer.

    “Keep Praying Momma” Matthew 15:22-28 5-14-2023 We have an American tradition that we celebrate this Sunday of each year; Mothers Day. Mother's Day is an annual holiday celebrated in the United States on the second Sunday in May. Mother's Day recognizes mothers, motherhood and maternal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying Through The Fire

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 21, 2026
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    Three young Hebrew men stood before the most powerful king in the world. King Nebuchadnezzar had just built a golden statue ninety feet high, and he'd issued a decree: when the music plays, everyone bows.

    INTRODUCTION Let me take you back to one of the most dramatic moments in the Old Testament. Three young Hebrew men stood before the most powerful king in the world. King Nebuchadnezzar had just built a golden statue ninety feet high, and he'd issued a decree: when the music plays, everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Why Go To Church.

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jan 9, 2006
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     | 5,741 views

    If we’re just playing church...I’m outta here

    Hebrews 10:19 Sharing on Church, WHY GO TO CHURCH?— There is a purpose Church has become an end—instead of a means to an end Difference between between GATHERING or ASSEMBLING Most people don’t know why they go to church? The reasons they have, aren’t right FIX- Addict---Feel Good, Need ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Are You Crying? Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 217 ratings
     | 114,220 views

    We must learn to trust God in every situation. This is #6 of a series.

    WHY ARE YOU CRYING? Ex.14:10 And when Pharaoh drew nigh the children of Israel lifted up their eyes, and, behold, the Egyptians marched after them; and they were sore afraid and the children of Israel cried out unto the LORD. 11 And they said unto Moses, Because there were no graves ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Praying In The Face Of Opposition

    Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 3, 2011
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     | 4,206 views

    When threatened, the church responded with a prayer of personal commitment rather than praying against those who were persecuting them.

    Praying in the Face of Opposition TEXT: Acts 4:23-31 BACKGROUND: After the glorious healing of the crippled man at the gate of the temple, Peter (with John alongside him) preaches a powerful message to those who are amazed. This upsets the elders and the teachers of the law who seize Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praying For One Another

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 27, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,113 views

    What Prayer Can Do For Others.

    A. WHAT PRAYER CAN DO FOR OTHERS “Pray for one another” (James 5:16). 1. You can help people in trouble. “Man who is born of woman is of few days and full of trouble” (Job 14:1). “Peter was therefore kept in prison, but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church” (Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Pray In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 3, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 155 views

    The 21st century believer is bombarded on every side — temptations, anxieties, cultural pressures, distractions, spiritual deception, and the subtle erosion of biblical conviction. Into this battlefield Paul gives us a clear command to pray in the Spirit.

    Go! And Pray in the Spirit Introduction – Gripped by a Call to Battle Church, if there were ever a time when the people of God must awaken to the reality of spiritual warfare, it is now. The 21st century believer is bombarded on every side — temptations, anxieties, cultural pressures, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pray For One Another Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 1, 2009
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     | 24,828 views

    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

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    How To Pray For Others Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 28, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,797 views

    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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    When The Church Prays

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002
    based on 128 ratings
     | 12,180 views

    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

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    Listen, Jesus Is Praying

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,833 views

    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