Sermons on Wrong Prayer:

Laying The Foundation In Prayer Series

Contributed by David Hughes on Jan 26, 2004

How should we respond to the knocks we receive in life? What is the key to building the Church and Christian character? Answer: prayer! We look at the Nehemiah approach.

"Building the church, building Christian character" - Nehemiah 1 [Minister stands right up front with ’lollipop’ microphone in news reporter style] "It has been described as one of the great tragedies and scandals of our time. The once proud city of Jerusalem still lies in ruins more than a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel's Pattern For Prayer

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Feb 9, 2004

Many of us have been taught to pray our entire lives. Daniel 9 shows us how he prayed? What is Daniel’s pattern for prayer? There are 4 points that Daniel implemented into his prayer life that we need to have in ours.

Title: Daniel’s Pattern For Prayer Text: Daniel 9-10 Pray!!! Introduction: - Many of us have been taught to pray our entire lives. We have heard other people pray and I am sure we have heard countless messages concerning the topic. - Many of us have been taught to pray our entire lives. It ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Potent Prayer For Peace

Contributed by Vernon Murray on Mar 12, 2004

When it comes to praying for peace, we do not have to pray the way world wants us to pray; we can use Biblical models which are much more effective.

INTRODUCTION The terror attack in Madrid today raises our consciousness once again to the undercurrent of war and destruction which continue to flow throughout the world. Today’s events also remind Christians everywhere of the need for serious prayer. We need (more than any other time) to pray ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:16-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fix Your Prayers Series

Contributed by David Salisbury on Jan 16, 2003

Lesson 9 in a series, this sermon covers the Lord’s Prayer. It is one of my favorites.

Fix Your Prayers Matthew 6:9-15 Intro. Have you ever had the opportunity to use room service in a hotel? I can’t say that I have, but the principle sounds wonderful. All you do is pick up the phone and somebody is ready to bring you breakfast, lunch, dinner, a chocolate milkshake, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing A Life Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 26, 2003

1. Prayer is an act of worship. 2. Prayer is an expression of the soul. 3. Prayer is a relationship.

In the Scripture we have just read, Jesus tells the story of two men who went to church to pray. One was a well known sinner, and the other was a well respected religious leader. Jesus interjects some humor when he says that the religious man was praying “about” himself. Another way to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of Intercessory Prayer

Contributed by Gary Smith on Feb 14, 2003

This sermon offers encouragement to all who are praying for the salvation or for the healing of a loved one.

“The Power Of Intercessory Prayer” TEXT: John 4:46-54 Introduction: At first glance this may seem like a strange text to use with the subject of “Intercessory Prayer,” but I think that there arefew scriptures that do a better job illustrating all the elements involved in intercessory ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Church Of God

A Prayer For The New Year

Contributed by Tony Fox on Feb 21, 2003

I am convinced that this passage contains a prayer equal to the prayer of Jabez: it is the prayer of Paul for the Colossians.

“A Prayer for the New Year” January 5, 2003 (Col. 1:1-11) Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. (Psalms 37:4 KJV) There are some amazing prayers in the Bible. This is one of them. This was Paul’s prayer for the church at Colosse. This ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-11, Colossians 1:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer A Grace Odeysey.

Contributed by John Gullick on Feb 27, 2003

A prayer that considers three levels at which prayer can happen.

Prayer 2003 a Grace Odessy. To boldly Grow in a unique way like no one has ever grown before. I recently heard that we are not physical beings with a spiritual life rather we are spiritual beings with a Physical life. To me that rung profoundly true - particuarily when you consider that at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:2-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Prayer Works

Contributed by Truuke Ameigh on Mar 2, 2003

Using food coloring, water and bleach, children pray and acquire an understanding of how prayer can work

Hi Kids! Today we are talking about prayer and I have a special demonstration for you that shows how prayer works. First, I’m going to give each one of you a little bottle of food coloring. Be careful with it so we don’t stain the carpet or our clothes. Now, do you see this jar of water here on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following Christ In Prayer

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

Jesus teaches us how to pray Patient, Persistent, and Passionate Prayers.

Following Christ in Prayer Luke 18:1–14 INTRODUCTION • 1 John 2:6 “6Whoever claims to live in him must walk as Jesus did.” • Jesus is our example, if we want to learn how to live our lives in a way that is pleasing to God, we must follow His teaching. • Luke 11:1–4 - Jesus’ Model Prayer: Elements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Alphabetic Prayer Guideposts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 16, 2003

An easy to remember alphabet list of helpful pray points.

Alphabetic Prayer Guideposts Praying at all times in the Spirit. And with this in mind be on the alert with all prayer and petition for all the saints. (Eph. 6:18) The following is a helpful list of points to pray for other believers. May the Lord help you use these on a regular basis to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Prayer Life

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Nov 25, 2003

Discover the 17 passages in the Gospels that reveal Jesus’ prayer life as well as why, where and when we should follow Jesus’ teaching about prayer and praying.

The Prayer Life of Christ… Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD House of Faith Ministries 401 East Franklin East Tawas, MI. 48730 www.PS127.org There are approximately 17 references in the Gospels to Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

Key # 2 Prayer Series

Contributed by Stephen Noel on Dec 5, 2003

Second in series, advances from Fasting to Prayer as second key to Reaping Harvest of Souls.

Three Keys To Reaping The Soul Harvest! Three Keys To Victory! Key #2 Prayer 2 Chronicles 20:1-22 2Ch 20:1 It came to pass after this also, that the children of Moab, and the children of Ammon, and with them other beside the Ammonites, came against Jehoshaphat to battle. 2Ch 20:2 Then there ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 20:1-22, 2 Chronicles 7:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Jesus' Prayer For You”

Contributed by Byrene Haney on Dec 11, 2003

Jesus before he left gave believers this incredible prayer.

CHRIST’S prayer was for a special people. He declared that he did not offer an universal intercession. "I pray for them," said he. "My prayer is not for the world, but for those you have given me, because they belong to you." (v. 9) In reading this beautiful prayer through, one big question comes ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Prayer Guide For Teachers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 29, 2003

For this reason we have not ceased to pray and make special request for you asking that you may be filled with the full (deep and clear) knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom (in comprehensive insight into the ways and purposes of God) and in unde

Prayer Guide for Teachers - (Col. 1:9-11) Prayer Guide Teachers Quote: William A. Ward has said, "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. Progress Magazine, December 23, 1992. Illustration: An item in "The Report ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational