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Prepared for Battle – I Samuel 7:1-17

I love the strategy of Samuel; I love how Samuel calls us to prepare our hearts and put away every idol. I love how Samuel gathered people together at Mizpeh to humble themselves before the Lord…

Praying In Battle – II Chronicles 20:1-22

Ever wonder how fasting and prayer overcomes Satan’s plan? Ever wonder why Jehoshaphat organized people to fast, pray and offer worship unto the Lord?…

Praying That Prevails – Luke 18:1-8

Why did R.A. Torrey say, “Time spent in prayer is not wasted, but time invested at big interest”? Why did Jesus say, “Men ought always to pray and not to faint”?

Praying With Perseverance – Ephesians 6:10-18

What did Paul mean when he said, “Praying always”? What does it mean to pray, “In the Spirit”? What does it mean to “Watch in prayer”?

Praying in Agreement – Matthew 18:11-20

I’ve often said, one snowflake isn’t much by itself, but it takes a bulldozer to move them when they cooperate. That’s what Jesus teaches in Matthew 18. That’s what He promises! That’s why praying alone is fine, but praying together adds force to our praying. In prayer “together” we have authority, power and confidence. Lord, teach…

The Weapon of Prayer – II Corinthians 10:3-5

While prayer is alignment and intimacy – it is also a battle! Why? Because we are praying against the powers of darkness to release the souls of men! The good news is, the weapon of prayer is “mighty through God” to achieve its purpose. Blessed reading as we “pull down the strongholds” in prayer! Download…

Praying Under Pressure – Mark 14:32-42

Ever wonder why Jesus prayed in the Garden? Ever wonder what happened as He prayed? Ever wonder why the “cup of suffering” was not removed? Notice how God reveals that prayer didn’t remove the pain of the cup, but prayer removed the fear of the cup. Download Sermon #27. Praying Under Pressure – Mark 14:32-42 from…

The Discipline of Prayer – Luke 11:1-13

Why did Jesus’ disciples ask, “Lord, teach us to pray?” Because they realized that all spiritual success depends upon our union with the Lord. Prayer is intimacy and alignment; it is our greatest privilege as believers. Prayer is conversation of our souls with God. Prayer is our spirit panting after God. Prayer is the road…

The Believer’s Sword – Luke 22:51

Ever wonder why Peter cut off the servant’s ear? Ever wonder why Jesus healed the servant’s ear? Ever wonder why it’s so important to “pray continually lest we enter into temptation”? See God’s grace revealed in the Garden! Download Sermon #21. The Believer’s Sword – Luke 22:51 from Sermon Series 1-100

A Spiritual Breakthrough – II Samuel 5:17-25

We’ve all faced intimidation like David did. We’ve all heard enemy lies that dent our spirit. We’ve all encountered whispers of the evil one. See how David responded in prayer and how God responded to his earnest prayer. May God find us positioning ourselves in prayer so God can do what He wants to do!…

Sow On and Sow Forth – Mark 4:26-29

Mark 4:27 is one of the most encouraging truths in Scripture. When Jesus says that the seed of the Word will “spring up and grow” and that you and I “knoweth not how” – it is flat out liberating. We don’t have to have all the answers or know how God will answer prayer. We…

A Pastor’s Guide to Plan Ahead

Dear Pastor, Below is a 12-month guide to serve you as you plan the year ahead. There are certain seasons that provide “great opportunities” to reach new people. Remember; it’s okay to be intentional and plan, as long as your plans are preceded and supported by prayer! Blessings as you “lead forward” in reaching new…

When Chains Fall Off Acts 12:1-7

It’s no secret that painful things can happen to good people. It’s also no secret that nothing takes God by surprise. As Charles Spurgeon once said, “There are some things we must leave in the eternal chambers of God.” Acts 12:1-11 is God’s way to respond in our emergency. It’s a record of the early…