Prayer
The Impact of Prayer in the History of Revival
by Evangelist John VanGelderen (Nov 8 2011)
Series: Prayer
Revivals have always been of great interest to pastors who long to see God work in great measure. However, there is often a confusion over how these wonderful moves of God emerge in the course of history. Does God just arbitrarily pick and choose a place to demonstrate His great power, or do these great works come to those who discover the promises of God and pray accordingly. Evangelist John VanGelderen has done extensive study over the years and offers some valuable insight on the subject.
Heart Cry for Revival
by Evangelist John VanGelderen (Nov 6 2011)
Series: Prayer
Just like Israel of old, we look to the promises of God and the experiences of the past to inspire and encourage us to pray for the blessings we long for today. This message is filled with exciting details of God's miraculous work of revival and how it was tied to the people of God crying out for the presence and deliverance of God.
Standing Through Prayer (Part 2)
by Bob Graham (Sep 25 2011)
Series: Prayer
The Bible states plainly that we are in a war and every soldier of Christ needs strength to stand so that he may fight the battle. Our text teaches us that we must stand praying, praying always, praying with all prayer, praying in the Spirit, watching in prayer, persevere in prayer and pray for all the saints. Prayer is not just an activity in the Christian's life, it is his very occupation. No one will stand nor be effective in the battle apart from prayer. (This is the second part of a two-part message)
Standing Through Prayer (Part 1)
by Bob Graham (Sep 25 2011)
Series: Prayer
The Bible states plainly that we are in a war and every soldier of Christ needs strength to stand so that he may fight the battle. Our text teaches us that we must stand praying, praying always, praying with all prayer, praying in the Spirit, watching in prayer, persevere in prayer and pray for all the saints. Prayer is not just an activity in the Christian's life, it is his very occupation. No one will stand nor be effective in the battle apart from prayer. (This is the first part of a two-part message)
Elements of Effective Intercession
by Evangelist Rich Tozour (Jun 5 2011)
Series: Prayer
Moses was a mighty intercessor. When it comes to interceding with God over the sins and needs of a people, Moses is clearly a shining example for all of us. Israel had sinned and God was angry with His people. Moses, knowing the critical nature of the situation, stepped in and began to intercede for Israel with a heart of a loving leader who understood the chief concerns of God as well as the chief needs of men.
The Power of Prayer
by Evangelist Rich Tozour (Jun 5 2011)
Series: Prayer
Our biggest problems are God's greatest opportunities. The book of Acts describes a difficult time in the history of the early church; the church was being persecuted, the Apostle James had just been executed and now Peter was incarcerated. But prayer was made without ceasing by the church for him and God stepped into a difficult situation and brought about a miraculous deliverance.
Wrestling with God in Prayer
by Evangelist Rich Tozour (Jun 5 2011)
Series: Prayer
Jacob started out in life manipulating and deceiving to get his own way. On his way back to his homeland, God had an important appointment for Jacob; he had to meet his brother Esau whose last words threatened his very life. Now Esau was coming and 400 men with him. Jacob got serious about this matter of prayer that night as he wrestled with the Lord. He prayed the price and left us with a valuable example regarding how to get answers from God in prayer.
Prevailing Prayer at Gethsemane
by Bob Graham (Apr 17 2011)
Series: Prayer
Gethsemane, the "olive press", the scene of a mighty struggle in prayer that none of us will ever completely understand, but for which all of us can certainly be thankful. It was here that Jesus was pressed beyond measure and from the conflict emerged the sweet oil of glad submission that enabled our Savior to drink the bitter cup He would face at Calvary and thereby secure the salvation for all that would call upon His name. Though we may never experience the pressures that were present in this late night time of prayer, we can be sure that there will be times in our lives when we too will need to stay, struggle, persist until self is purged, strength is obtained and victory is secured. This is the very nature of prevailing prayer.
Prayer Can Change the Pray-er
by Bob Graham (Apr 3 2011)
Series: Prayer
There is nothing like a big problem to teach a godly man how to pray. Asaph was facing a serious calamity in his day. The nations round about Israel were planning to wipe Israel off the map. Asaph took up his rightful position in the Lord, and began to pray aggressively. But the tune of his prayer appears to alter as he brings it to a close. Why was his fiery passion to anihilate the enemy tempered with a desire for them to seek the Lord? Listen to see how prayer changed the pray-er.
The Blessing of Being Under Authority
by Pastor Mark Gilmore of Falls Baptist Church (Mar 23 2011)
Series: Prayer
Joshua had a mighty task before him. God chose him to lead the forces of Israel in the conquest of Canaan, but he was not alone in the fight. As he surveyed the situation at Jericho, he met the Captain on the ground, the Lord Himself. The battle was the Lord's and He had the battle plan. Joshua need only line himself and the forces of Israel up under the mighty hand of God and see the deliverance of the Lord. We are in a battle today, and the Lord has not left us to devise our own battle plans. We have the Spirit of the Lord within us and various authorities providentially placed about us. We too have only to line up under these directing, protecting authorities that we might experience the blessings of divine deliverance. The role of authority in our lives is sadly misunderstood and therefore viewed as a restrictive burden rather than a channel of divine assistance. This faulty thinking greatly hinders the flow of God's blessing as well as the joy we can experience in the service of the Lord at home, at work and in our local churches.
The Wonder of Intercession
by Pastor Mark Gilmore of Falls Baptist Church (Mar 22 2011)
Series: Prayer
Few would argue the value of intercessory prayer, and yet where are the intercessors? God looked for them in Isaiah's day and our text says He found none. Why are so few involved in this vital activity of praying? What does God do to get people involved as intercessors? What does in mean to be an intercessor? These questions and others are answered in this timely message.
Praying Effectively for the Lost
by Pastor Mark Gilmore of Falls Baptist Church (Mar 21 2011)
Series: Prayer
In our efforts to win the lost to Christ, we are often confused about how to pray. For one, we must realize that we do not pray to convince God, He wants the lost to be saved more than we do. Secondly, we must understand who the real enemy is in this battle. The unsaved have been blinded about their condition, and bound by a number of strongholds that keep them from trusting Christ. The purpose of our prayers is not to force their will but rather to free their will so that they can clearly see the reality of their condition and comprehend the truth that can set them free.
The Measure of Faith
by Pastor Mark Gilmore of Falls Baptist Church (Mar 20 2011)
Series: Prayer
God doesn't want us to be bound by fear but rather bolstered by faith. The importance of the way we think about ourselves is critical when it comes to obtaining answers from God. In this passage we discover three basic ways of thinking: the way of sin, the way of law and the way of grace. Only grace will enable us to think properly concerning ourselves. When we understand that God has a work for us to do and a measure of faith with which we can expect Him to accomplish it through us, we can experience a joy and completeness as we serve Him each day.
Abraham's Relationship to the Promise of God
by Pastor Mark Gilmore of Falls Baptist Church (Mar 20 2011)
Series: Prayer
God spoke to Abraham with an amazing promise. What transpired in the next 25 years following this promise provides us with some excellent insights into the believer's relationship to the promises of God. The truths illustrated in this story can be readily applied to the promises God has made to each of us as New Testament believers.
Praying in the Spirit
by Pastor Mark Gilmore of Falls Baptist Church (Mar 20 2011)
Series: Prayer
In the beginning God designed man as a three-part being; he has a physical body with which to act, a spirit with which he communicates with God, and a soul, made up of mind, will and emotions with which he decides. In that original creation, man was designed with an intimate connection with God Himself. The spirit of man was informed by God, his soul took what God said and set the body in motion to fulfill the will of God. When man fell in the garden, the spirit died and the soul was left to hear only from the body. If we are to pray in the Spirit, we must be born again so that the Holy Spirit can inform and empower us to exercise dominion on earth according to the will of God.
It's Time To Pray
by Bob Graham (Feb 20 2011)
Series: Prayer
Daniel lived an exceptional life; he was a truthful man, he was a trusted man, he was a tested man and he was a triumphant man. One does not have to look very far for one of the key disciplines that secured his success among multiple administrations of world rulers - Daniel was a man of prayer. Daniel prayed when things were going good, he prayed when things were not going so good, he prayed when things were going bad, and he continued praying when things went from bad to worse. What we discover from the life and ministry of Daniel is that it was always time to pray. And so it is for all of us as well... it is time to pray!
The Powerful Potential of Prayer
by Bob Graham (Jan 16 2011)
Series: Prayer
Israel was in trouble, the forces of the Philistines had once again gathered against them and they were afraid. They cried out to Samuel to pray for them. Samuel walked with God and did indeed pray for God's deliverance. The deliverance was so decisive that the Philistines never entered the land as long as Samuel was alive. This is just one instance of what God can do when His people cooperate with Him through Spirit directed prayer. This message illustrates the powerful potential of prayer in eight different circumstances of our Christian life.
Paul's Powerful Prayer for Genuine Christian Growth
by Bob Graham (Oct 10 2010)
Series: Prayer
Paul's prayer for the believers at Philippi is quite instructive for those of us who desire to see genuine spiritual progress in the lives of those God has allowed us to influence for His glory. Though this prayer is relatively short, it is packed with meaning and provides valuable insight regarding the foundational characteristics of our growth in grace.
Two Vital Factors for Answered Prayer
by Bob Graham (Mar 14 2010)
Series: Prayer
Jesus cursed the fig tree on His way to Jerusalem just days before He was crucified. The next day Peter was amazed at how quickly the fig tree had withered away. This situation presented an opportunity for the Lord to teach His disciples two vital factors involved in receiving answers to their own prayers.
Do You Pray?
by Bob Graham (Jul 19 2009)
Series: Prayer
Do you pray? I am not asking if you say your prayers; but do you pray? Many believers do not pray at all. Many others pray nothing but form prayers. And many that do pray; pray words that have no heart. There is a wide gap in the ranks between those who are greatly used of God and those who make little impact on the world around them; in most cases the difference can be summed up in their life of private prayer.