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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Pray without ceasing - Ye are dependent on God for every good; without him ye can do nothing; feel that dependence at all times, and ye will always be in the spirit of prayer; and those who feel this spirit will, as frequently as possible, be found in the exercise of prayer.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The Greek is, "Pray without intermission"; without allowing prayerless gaps to intervene between the times of prayer.
John Gill Bible Commentary
In everything give thanks,.... That is, to God the Father, in the name of Christ; see Eph 5:20 thanks are to be given to him for all things, as the Ethiopic version renders it; for all temporal good things; for our beings, the preservation of them; for food and raiment, and all the mercies of life; for the means of grace, the word and ordinances, and the ministers of the Gospel; for spiritual blessings, for electing, redeeming, regenerating, adopting, pardoning, justifying, and persevering grace: for a meetness for heaven, a right unto it, and a good hope of it; and especially for Jesus Christ, for such an husband, such an head, such a surety and Saviour, and advocate with the Father, as he is; and for life, peace, joy, comfort, righteousness, and salvation in him: and thanks should be given to God in every circumstance of life; in adversity, as Job did; when not in so comfortable and agreeable a frame of soul as to be wished for, since it might be worse, and is not black despair; even under the temptations of Satan, since they might be greater and heavier, and since the grace of God is sufficient to bear up under them, and deliver out of them, and since there is such a sympathizing high priest and Saviour; and in afflictions of every kind, since they are all for good, temporal, or spiritual, or eternal. For this is the will of God; which may refer either to all that is said from Th1 5:11 to this passage, or particularly to this of giving thanks; which is the revealed and declared will of God, is a part of that good, perfect, and acceptable will of his, and what is well pleasing in his sight, and grateful to him; see Psa 69:30 and is in Christ Jesus concerning you; either declared in and by him, who has made known the whole of the will of God, and so the Arabic version, "which he wills of you by Jesus Christ"; or which is exemplified in Christ, who for, and in all things, gave thanks to God, and had his will resigned to his in every circumstance of life; or, which being done, is acceptable to God through Christ. The Alexandrian copy reads, "for this is the will of God towards you in Christ Jesus"; that is, with respect to you who are in Christ secretly by election, and openly by the effectual calling; and who, of all men in the world, have reason to be thankful for everything, and in every circumstance.
Christian Living
16Rejoice at all times.17Pray without ceasing.18Give thanks in every circumstance, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
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A Man of God
By Leonard Ravenhill32K1:52:292CH 7:14PSA 85:6PSA 119:105MAT 11:28ACT 1:14ACT 2:11TH 5:17HEB 10:25JAS 4:8This sermon reflects on a 70-year journey of faith, witnessing various church tragedies and worldly events, yet remaining steadfast by looking up to Jesus, reading the Word, and following the paths of faith. It emphasizes coming to Jesus in times of weariness and emptiness, seeking His grace and zeal to inspire and revive the heart. The importance of prayer, revival, and the presence of God in the midst of believers' gatherings is highlighted, drawing from historical revivals like the Welsh and Shangtung revivals.
The Burdens of Ravenhill - Part 3 (Compilation)
By Leonard Ravenhill19K20:14CompilationPSA 100:4MAT 6:6LUK 18:1ACT 2:42ACT 2:46ROM 8:261TH 5:17In this sermon transcript, the speaker, Brother Ravenhill, engages in a conversation with a man named Brother Singh about the procedure in his church service. Brother Singh describes a unique and intense worship experience where the first three hours are dedicated to praise, worship, and adoration, followed by three hours of prayer and intercession, and then three hours of breaking bread and sharing testimonies. He mentions that sometimes the meetings can last for 11 to 14 hours, as they allow the Holy Spirit to move and direct the gathering. Brother Ravenhill expresses his longing for a sovereign move of the Holy Spirit in the church today and highlights the importance of spending more time in prayer.
"e.m Bounds Power Through Prayer"
By Leonard Ravenhill15K00:451TH 5:17This sermon emphasizes the transformative power of prayer through the personal experience of reading 'Power Through Prayer' by E.M. Bounds, highlighting how the book deeply impacted the speaker's life and perspective on prayer. It also contrasts the lives of David Brainerd and John Wesley, illustrating that God rewards faithfulness over mere accomplishments.
The Morning Watch - Part 1
By Oswald J. Smith8.5K37:09Morning DevotionsPSA 5:3PSA 119:105MAT 6:33JHN 1:1ACT 6:41TH 5:17JAS 1:22In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of the morning watch, which is a dedicated time of studying the Word of God and engaging in prayer. The speaker emphasizes that failure and weakness in the Christian life can be attributed to neglecting the morning watch. They share personal experiences of how God led them to prioritize studying the Bible and committing to prayer. The speaker encourages listeners to observe the morning watch in order to avoid losing the joy of salvation, slipping back into sinful habits, and experiencing disappointment in their Christian walk.
The Power of Prayer
By Alan Redpath7.0K1:26:38Power Of PrayerEXO 33:18PSA 86:11PRO 28:13MAT 6:331TH 5:17JAS 5:161JN 5:14In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer leading to action. He highlights the need for conviction to be carried into life and for decisions to be made based on those convictions. The speaker shares a powerful testimony of a church experiencing a deep visitation from God, resulting in conviction of sin and a powerful atmosphere of repentance and confession. He also mentions the importance of faith, but cautions against placing faith in oneself, emphasizing our desperate need for God's work in our lives.
(Covenant Word Ministries) Ask and It Shall Be Given You
By Keith Daniel6.8K1:23:58Asking PrayerJOS 1:8PSA 1:2PRO 4:23MAT 6:331TH 5:17JAS 5:141JN 5:14In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes the importance of not just hearing the word of God, but also putting it into action. He challenges the congregation to reflect on what they will do with the message they have heard and encourages them to commit their lives to Christ. The pastor also shares powerful testimonies of individuals who were saved from despair and destruction through the intervention of God. He concludes by reminding the church of the guilt of simply being hearers of the word and not doers.
Interview of Leonard Ravenhill by David Mainse
By Leonard Ravenhill6.0K12:07RevivalInterviewPrayer in MinistryMAT 21:13LUK 18:1ACT 6:4ROM 12:12EPH 6:18PHP 4:6COL 4:21TH 5:171TI 2:1JAS 5:16Leonard Ravenhill, in an interview with David Mainse, emphasizes the critical need for prayer in ministry, arguing that a lack of prayer life among preachers leads to a spiritually stagnant church. He reflects on the early church's commitment to prayer and contrasts it with the modern church's focus on organization and performance. Ravenhill calls for a revival of genuine prayer and intercession, suggesting that the church must return to its roots of seeking God earnestly. He also highlights the importance of preachers dedicating time to prepare spiritually, not just intellectually, for their messages. Ultimately, Ravenhill urges ministers to prioritize their prayer life to foster a vibrant and impactful church.
In Tribute to Kathryn Kuhlman - Part 2
By Kathryn Kuhlman5.7K30:05TributePSA 95:6ISA 53:5MRK 11:24ROM 11:29EPH 3:20PHP 2:91TH 5:17In this video, a woman from Milton, Massachusetts shares her testimony of experiencing a miraculous healing. She had been in pain for many years but during a church service, she felt a warm sensation on the side of her face that she had never felt before. She also discovered that she could open and close her hands without pain. The preacher emphasizes that these spiritual experiences cannot be fully described or understood, but they are evidence of the power of God. The video also highlights the importance of giving glory to God and recognizing Jesus as our great high priest who intercedes for us.
3-Minute Call to Prayer
By George Verwer5.4K02:53Need For PrayerMAT 6:331CO 10:13EPH 6:171TH 5:171TI 2:1JAS 1:221PE 5:8In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer in the church and the consequences of neglecting it. He highlights the decline of prayer meetings in America and attributes many societal issues, such as divorce and immorality, to the lack of spiritual warfare and prayer. The speaker urges the congregation to recommit their lives to God and to be obedient in wearing the whole armor of God, including the shield of faith and the sword of the spirit. He also acknowledges the presence of men and women of prayer, but expresses his concern that there are not enough individuals who take prayer seriously.
Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire-I Interview: Jim Cymbala
By Jim Cymbala5.0K13:47InterviewPSA 37:4JER 33:3MAT 6:33PHP 4:61TH 5:17JAS 4:81PE 5:7In this video, Harold Harper introduces an interview with Pastor Jim Symbola of the Brooklyn Tabernacle. The pastor's church has grown from a small congregation to a thriving community that makes a significant impact in the New York area. The church's success is attributed to the pastor's vision for prayer and the congregation's commitment to it. The interview highlights the power of prayer and the role it played in preparing the church to minister in the aftermath of the September 11th tragedy.
Prayer Is a Warfare
By B.H. Clendennen4.4K1:10:04Spiritual WarfarePrevailing PrayerPrayerNEH 4:9PSA 141:2MAT 26:41LUK 18:1ROM 12:1EPH 6:181TH 5:17JAS 5:16B.H. Clendennen emphasizes that prayer is a form of spiritual warfare, drawing parallels between the distinctiveness of prayer and the evening sacrifice in the Old Testament. He reflects on his experiences in Vietnam, illustrating how prayer can rise above the chaos and darkness of life, much like the fragrance of incense amidst the stench of a fish market. Clendennen argues that true prayer requires total surrender and is essential for spiritual victory, as it is the primary battleground against the forces of evil. He warns that the enemy's greatest strategy is to undermine the prayer life of believers, as effective prayer is crucial for manifesting the life of Christ in the world. Ultimately, he calls for a return to fervent prayer as the means to combat spiritual darkness and fulfill the mission of the church.
(John - Part 26): Jesus Walking on Water
By A.W. Tozer4.4K56:22ExpositionalPSA 46:10MAT 14:23MRK 1:35LUK 5:161TH 5:17JAS 4:81PE 5:7In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that according to the Bible, human society is lost and under divine sentence. He highlights the powerful influence and magnetic attraction that society has over individuals. The preacher also mentions the need for believers to frequently retire from society in order to break its hold on their lives and to come back as masters, not slaves. The sermon emphasizes the importance of conversion and being born again in Christ Jesus to overcome the corrupting power of society.
"Book of Remembrance" by Leonard Ravenhill
By Compilations4.2K05:17PRO 10:20MAL 3:16MAT 12:361CO 3:121CO 4:52CO 5:101TH 5:171PE 2:5This sermon emphasizes the importance of living a life that is devoted to God, comparing our actions and words to materials like wood, hay, stubble, silver, gold, and precious stones. It challenges believers to consider the quality of their devotion, speech, and actions, as they will be tested by fire. The speaker highlights the significance of prayer, the purity of our words, and the eternal impact of our lives. It calls for a deep commitment to God, living with an awareness of eternity and the accountability we will face before God.
Human Rights
By Brother Andrew4.2K1:16:03Human RightsMAT 28:19ACT 4:12ROM 12:151CO 12:261TH 5:172TI 3:121PE 3:15In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful encounter with a street child who wandered into their church service. The child, barefoot and filthy, mistakenly believed he was the conductor of the choir. Despite his appearance, the child showed kindness by cleaning wilted flowers and offering them to the speaker. This encounter deeply impacted the speaker, highlighting the plight of street children and the suffering church in restricted countries. The speaker emphasizes the need for action and returning to the principles of God's word to make a difference in these situations.
"Praying Payson of Portland"
By Leonard Ravenhill3.8K00:59EPH 6:18PHP 4:6COL 4:21TH 5:17JAS 5:16This sermon reflects on the powerful legacy of a praying patient in Portland who dedicated himself to fervent prayer, leaving physical marks on his knees as a testament to his commitment. It emphasizes the importance of persistent prayer and intercession, highlighting the impact of a life devoted to seeking God.
Holding on to Your Confidence
By David Wilkerson3.7K1:00:16ConfidenceMAT 6:33ROM 8:281CO 1:26PHP 4:19COL 2:91TH 5:17HEB 10:35In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not losing confidence in God. He reads from Hebrews 10:35, which encourages believers to have patience and trust in God's promises. The speaker shares a personal story of facing a financial debt and feeling disappointed that an angel did not come to help. However, he recounts how God showed compassion through a banker who offered a payment plan. The sermon concludes with the reminder that Jesus is the ultimate supplier of all our needs and that God chooses the weak and despised to confound the mighty.
(Exodus) Exodus 17:8-12
By J. Vernon McGee3.6K04:08ExpositionalEXO 17:9EXO 17:11MAT 26:41ROM 8:13GAL 5:17EPH 6:181TH 5:17In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of the battle between the Israelites and the Amalekites, which represents the conflict between the flesh and the spirit. The Amalekites, descendants of Esau, symbolize the flesh, and the Israelites, inexperienced in warfare, struggle to overcome them. The preacher emphasizes that victory over the flesh can only be achieved through the power of the Holy Spirit. The battle is ultimately won through the prayer and intercession of Moses, as he holds up his hands with the rod of God.
Prayer
By Manley Beasley3.6K35:51Prayer1KI 18:41MAT 6:6MAT 7:7JHN 14:131TH 5:17JAS 1:5JAS 5:17In this sermon, Dr. James Stewart emphasizes the importance of having both a vision and a strategy from God. He believes that God not only gives us a vision but also provides a strategy to accomplish it. Dr. Stewart shares his experience of interviewing potential missionaries and emphasizes the significance of prayer in their lives. He believes that a strong prayer life is essential for staying true to the message and method of God's work. Dr. Stewart concludes by sharing a story of a man who prayed for God's guidance and received a revelation about his mission.
When You Call Down Heaven
By Shane Idleman3.5K58:101CH 29:11MAT 6:6EPH 6:181TH 5:17JAS 5:16This sermon emphasizes the importance of prayer as a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare. It highlights the need for a deeper walk with Christ through motives, positioning oneself to receive from God, and understanding the significance of prayer in calling down heaven. The message stresses the necessity of prioritizing prayer, seeking God's will, forgiveness, and deliverance from evil, while acknowledging God's sovereignty over all things.
A Life of Effectual Intercessory Prayer
By Gerhard Du Toit3.5K1:26:16Intercessory PrayerPSA 119:130JER 4:31MAT 6:33ACT 6:41TH 5:17JAS 5:12In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of discerning the difference between the voice of God and the voice of Satan. He shares a story about a man who would pray for the souls of men and women in a town, kneeling at a specific spot and looking over the town. The preacher emphasizes the need for prayer and seeking God's guidance in order to fulfill His purpose in our lives. He also mentions the significance of having a clean heart before God and encourages the congregation to examine their own relationship with God.
The Presence of God
By David Wilkerson3.4K1:01:43EXO 33:152CH 7:14JER 29:13MAT 6:33ACT 17:271TH 5:17HEB 13:5In this sermon, the preacher recounts the story of Nathan confronting King David about his sin of adultery and murder. David is initially unaware of his own guilt, but Nathan reveals it to him through a parable about a rich man stealing a poor man's beloved lamb. David is overcome with guilt and confesses his sin before God. Nathan then delivers the consequences of David's actions, including the raising up of evil against him from his own household and the loss of his kingdom. The sermon emphasizes the importance of fearing the word of God and the devastating consequences of turning away from His presence.
Thursday #1 Revival in the Late 1800's
By J. Edwin Orr3.3K27:40Revival HistoryPSA 78:4PSA 145:21DAN 6:16MAT 6:33MAT 22:37ACT 2:411TH 5:17In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of sharing the stories of God's work with future generations. He also mentions two significant awakenings that occurred in the United States, one after the Revolutionary War and another before the Civil War. The speaker shares a story about evangelist D.L. Moody and his powerful preaching, as well as the Student Volunteer Movement for Foreign Missions that was inspired by a young man named Robert Wilder. The sermon emphasizes the need for another great awakening in America and highlights the beginning of a movement in Charlestown, Massachusetts.
Woe, Lo, and Go - Part 2
By Leonard Ravenhill3.2K28:55VisionEXO 3:2MAT 7:7MRK 11:24ACT 2:171TH 5:17HEB 12:29JAS 5:16In this sermon, the preacher begins by addressing the audience's obsession with watching the Super Bowl and their lack of strength to turn it off. He highlights how television has become a life support for many families, and suggests that when the love of God is present in our hearts, we won't need entertainment. The preacher then discusses the importance of having a three-fold vision, which includes a vision of deity, depravity, and duty. He emphasizes the need for a revelation of God in order to effectively fulfill our tasks and make a difference in the world.
The Closet, Our Test of Devotion
By Alan Bartley3.2K1:08:35PSA 100:4MAT 6:6LUK 11:1ROM 8:26EPH 6:12PHP 4:61TH 5:17HEB 4:16JAS 5:161JN 1:9This sermon emphasizes the importance of spending dedicated time in prayer and seeking God's presence in the closet, drawing from the experiences of Wilbur Chapman and insights on the challenges and distractions faced in prayer. It highlights the need for serious, intelligent, obedient, expectant, persistent, and faith-filled prayer, while addressing common hindrances like distractions, sleepiness, interruptions, and condemnation, urging believers to resist the enemy and claim the power of the blood of Jesus.
The Ministry of Prayer
By F.J. Huegel3.1K1:02:07GEN 32:262CH 7:14JER 33:3MAT 6:33ACT 4:31ACT 6:41TH 5:17In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and the ministry of the Word. He highlights the power of prayer by referencing the early apostles who, after praying, were filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke the word of God boldly. The speaker also mentions the Protestant movement and how it turned towards faith and world missions through the influence of prayer. He shares the example of a prayer circle formed by the Moravians in Germany, who prayed continuously for ten years, leading to a great missionary age. The sermon concludes with a personal anecdote about a missionary convention and the impact of prayer in missionary work.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Pray without ceasing - Ye are dependent on God for every good; without him ye can do nothing; feel that dependence at all times, and ye will always be in the spirit of prayer; and those who feel this spirit will, as frequently as possible, be found in the exercise of prayer.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The Greek is, "Pray without intermission"; without allowing prayerless gaps to intervene between the times of prayer.
John Gill Bible Commentary
In everything give thanks,.... That is, to God the Father, in the name of Christ; see Eph 5:20 thanks are to be given to him for all things, as the Ethiopic version renders it; for all temporal good things; for our beings, the preservation of them; for food and raiment, and all the mercies of life; for the means of grace, the word and ordinances, and the ministers of the Gospel; for spiritual blessings, for electing, redeeming, regenerating, adopting, pardoning, justifying, and persevering grace: for a meetness for heaven, a right unto it, and a good hope of it; and especially for Jesus Christ, for such an husband, such an head, such a surety and Saviour, and advocate with the Father, as he is; and for life, peace, joy, comfort, righteousness, and salvation in him: and thanks should be given to God in every circumstance of life; in adversity, as Job did; when not in so comfortable and agreeable a frame of soul as to be wished for, since it might be worse, and is not black despair; even under the temptations of Satan, since they might be greater and heavier, and since the grace of God is sufficient to bear up under them, and deliver out of them, and since there is such a sympathizing high priest and Saviour; and in afflictions of every kind, since they are all for good, temporal, or spiritual, or eternal. For this is the will of God; which may refer either to all that is said from Th1 5:11 to this passage, or particularly to this of giving thanks; which is the revealed and declared will of God, is a part of that good, perfect, and acceptable will of his, and what is well pleasing in his sight, and grateful to him; see Psa 69:30 and is in Christ Jesus concerning you; either declared in and by him, who has made known the whole of the will of God, and so the Arabic version, "which he wills of you by Jesus Christ"; or which is exemplified in Christ, who for, and in all things, gave thanks to God, and had his will resigned to his in every circumstance of life; or, which being done, is acceptable to God through Christ. The Alexandrian copy reads, "for this is the will of God towards you in Christ Jesus"; that is, with respect to you who are in Christ secretly by election, and openly by the effectual calling; and who, of all men in the world, have reason to be thankful for everything, and in every circumstance.