This sermon emphasizes the importance of offering ourselves completely to God, drawing parallels between the burnt offering in Leviticus and the surrender of our lives to God as seen in Romans 12:1. It warns against seeking imitation fires or fake experiences in charismatic churches, stressing the need for genuine surrender and devotion to God to receive the true baptism of the Holy Spirit that transforms lives and frees from sin and worldly desires.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of earnest and believing prayer. He encourages listeners to approach God with a childlike faith, rather than relying on their own knowledge and understanding. The speaker also highlights the significance of fully surrendering to God and abandoning oneself to His will. He warns against selfish prayers and urges believers to prioritize the glory of God above their own desires. The sermon references James 4:3, which cautions against asking amiss and consuming things on one's own lusts. The speaker concludes by challenging listeners to step out in faith and pray for the salvation of entire countries, illustrating the potential impact of even one family's dedicated prayers.

The sermon is titled "Finish the Race with Prayer" and is part of a series called "Finishing the Race." The speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer in our journey as Christians. He highlights the need for the Holy Spirit to make the truth alive within us and enable us to walk in it. The sermon references biblical stories, such as Abraham's servant finding a bride for his son and the disciples' experience in the upper room, to illustrate the power of prayer and faith in God's promises. The speaker encourages believers to have faith, speak to their mountains, and believe that God will answer their prayers.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of keeping our actions separate from our identity. He warns against using our positions or accomplishments to make ourselves feel important or special, as God is the one who truly exalts us. The speaker also highlights the significance of our motives and intentions, stating that God is more concerned with why we do things rather than just the external results. He shares a story about William Carey, a missionary whose printing press was destroyed, but who continued to serve the Lord with unwavering commitment and dependence on Him. The lesson is that our dependence should be on God, not on our own abilities or achievements.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of praying with pure motives, focusing on glorifying God above all else. It highlights the need to surrender selfish desires and seek God's glory in all prayers, showcasing examples from the Bible and personal testimonies to inspire a deeper commitment to praying for God's honor and kingdom.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Moses leading the Israelites to the Red Sea. He explains that God brought them into a seemingly impossible situation to show them that the only way through was by relying on Him. The preacher then quotes Matthew 6:1, emphasizing the importance of having pure motives and not seeking recognition from others. He highlights three powerful verses from the New Testament that emphasize the need for righteousness, perfection, and pure motives. The preacher concludes by discussing the importance of having a genuine relationship with God and how it should reflect in our relationships with others.

In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of a powerful church service where many people came to hear the word of God. He confesses to having left out important parts of his sermon and feeling the need to catch up. The preacher emphasizes the importance of confessing and making amends for wrongdoings, including stealing, holding grudges, and criticizing others. He urges the congregation to have compassion, belief, and love for others, and shares a parable about forgiveness from the Bible.

In this sermon, Ben Torrey discusses the importance of prayer in seeking revival. He emphasizes the need to pray according to God's will, as stated in James 4:3. Torrey encourages listeners to spend time in silence, listening to the still small voice of God, rather than relying on background music. He also shares a personal experience of having a conversation with Jesus in a restaurant, highlighting the intimacy and friendship that can be developed through prayer.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of boldness in our culture, clarifying that boldness is not about being aggressive but about standing firm in truth. It highlights the specific prayers that God answers, particularly prayers of repentance and seeking to know God. The sermon delves into Acts 4, showcasing how the disciples prayed for boldness in the face of persecution and how being filled with the Holy Spirit is essential for boldness. It also stresses the significance of fasting to starve the flesh and be filled with the Spirit, enabling effective and bold prayers that move the hand of God.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of timing in God's work. He shares the principle that God's work done in God's way will not lack God's supply, both in terms of time and money. The speaker reflects on a personal experience where he realized he had been spreading himself too thin and not able to do things as well as he could. He encourages the audience to consider God's timing in their own lives and reminds them of the story of Samuel, where God waited 16 years before fulfilling his promise. The sermon concludes with a prayer for those who do not believe in Jesus and a reminder to listen to God's message.

Shane Idleman emphasizes the essential characteristics of a prayer warrior, clarifying that being a prayer warrior is not about loudness or lengthy prayers, but rather about striving for purity, praying according to God's will, and demonstrating desire, intensity, perseverance, and compassion. He highlights the importance of having clean hands and a pure heart, as well as the need for reconciliation in prayer. Idleman encourages believers to engage in persistent prayer, emphasizing that true prayer comes from a place of deep compassion and commitment to God's will, ultimately leading to a powerful prayer life that can impact others and the world.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the critical need for prayer in the life of believers, sharing his personal testimony of salvation and the transformative power of Jesus Christ. He highlights that prayer is not just a suggestion but a command from God, urging the congregation to pray without ceasing and to recognize their utter dependence on God for strength and guidance. Beach outlines various hindrances to effective prayer, such as unforgiveness and wrong motives, and encourages the church to rebuild the family altar of prayer to experience revival and healing. He passionately calls for a deeper commitment to prayer, asserting that it is the most powerful weapon against spiritual darkness.

R.A. Torrey addresses the various hindrances to effective prayer, emphasizing that selfish motives, sin, idolatry, stinginess, unforgiveness, poor marital relationships, and unbelief can all obstruct our communication with God. He illustrates how prayers can be rendered powerless when the focus is on personal gain rather than glorifying God, and he urges believers to examine their hearts for hidden sins and idols. Torrey stresses the importance of approaching God with a pure heart, a spirit of generosity, and a commitment to forgiveness to ensure that prayers are heard and answered.

David Wilkerson emphasizes that God's blessing and favor are contingent upon our faithfulness to Him, warning that self-interests can lead to a loss of divine favor. He references the prophet Haggai, who illustrates how the Israelites abandoned the rebuilding of God's house to focus on their own homes, leading to spiritual neglect. Wilkerson draws parallels to modern believers, noting that when we prioritize our own desires over God's work, we risk losing His blessings. He urges the congregation to put God's interests first, as doing so brings peace, provision, and joy. Ultimately, Wilkerson calls for a return to seeking God to restore His favor in our lives.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the Kingdom of God above all else, warning that even good desires can distract us from our true purpose in Him. He encourages believers to commit their desires to God while maintaining a focus on His will and glory, rather than seeking blessings for selfish reasons. By delighting in the Lord, we can trust that He will fulfill our heart's desires as we align them with His purpose. Simpson reminds us that all things will be added to us when we seek God first, reinforcing the idea that true fulfillment comes from being in Christ. He concludes with a prayer for a heart that seeks to please God above all other blessings.

J.R. Miller emphasizes the importance of understanding prayer in the context of God's will, warning against superficial readings of Scripture that lead to misconceptions about prayer's efficacy. He illustrates that while believers are encouraged to ask God for their desires, they must ultimately submit to His wisdom and plan, recognizing that God's answers may differ from their requests. Miller points out that true prayer involves a deep acquiescence to God's will, as demonstrated by Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. He encourages believers to trust in God's love and wisdom, understanding that what they desire may not always align with what is best for them. The sermon concludes with the reminder that the highest form of prayer is surrendering all requests to God, trusting in His perfect plan.

A.W. Pink emphasizes the vital connection between prayer and the Scriptures, asserting that a prayerless Christian lacks spiritual life. He argues that true prayer is not merely a formality but a heartfelt communication with God, requiring the guidance of the Holy Spirit and alignment with Scripture. Pink highlights the necessity of recognizing our dependence on God, the importance of understanding His promises, and the joy that comes from genuine communion with Him in prayer. He warns against the hypocrisy of superficial prayers and calls for a deeper, more sincere approach to both prayer and the study of the Word.

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the necessity of truly hearing and abiding in the words of Jesus to be effective in prayer. He asserts that our ability to be heard by God is directly linked to our attentiveness to Christ's teachings and the internalization of His truths. Spurgeon encourages believers to treasure the words of Jesus and to let them shape their character, which empowers their prayers. He highlights the privilege of having our will aligned with God's will, enabling us to intercede powerfully for others. Ultimately, he calls for a humble and diligent approach to listening to Christ to unlock the full potential of prayer.

A.B. Simpson emphasizes the profound mystery and power of prayer, highlighting the role of the Holy Spirit as our Advocate who intercedes for us when we are unsure of our needs or how to pray. He explains that the Holy Spirit reveals our true needs, awakens holy desires, and lays burdens on our hearts, guiding us in prayer and teaching us to pray in accordance with God's will. Simpson reassures us that through the Trinity's cooperation, our prayers are presented to God with divine understanding, and encourages believers to trust in the Spirit's guidance and to approach prayer with faith and expectation. He concludes by reminding us that prayer is not just about asking but also about listening, waiting, and responding to God's will.

C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that the desires of the righteous are granted by God, as they align with His will and are beneficial for both the individual and society. He explains that unrighteous desires are not true reflections of a righteous person's heart and are rightfully denied by God. Spurgeon encourages believers to persist in their requests, trusting that God knows what is best for them, and to focus on desires for holiness, usefulness, and Christlikeness. He reassures that God will abundantly fulfill these righteous desires, urging the faithful to ask boldly and delight in the Lord.

Miles J. Stanford emphasizes the importance of being prepared for every good work, especially through prayer. He shares the example of Hudson Taylor, who was prepared by God for fifteen years before being burdened with specific prayers for the China Inland Mission. Stanford reminds us that God's timing is perfect, and He will only give us further service and burdens of faith and prayer when we are ready. He highlights the significance of spending time with the Father, appropriating His promises, and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide our prayers to align with God's will and purpose.

Samuel Chadwick preaches about the importance of seeking the Blessing of Pentecost, emphasizing the need for believers to repent, ask, receive, and obey in order to appropriate this gift of the Spirit. He highlights the struggle of many believers who yearn for a fullness of life in Christ but often miss the way due to wrong motives, lack of desire, and disobedience. Chadwick stresses the significance of faith in God's Word and the Holy Spirit's guidance in leading believers into all truth, sanctification, and power. He underscores the necessity of a surrendered life, filled with the Holy Spirit, and energized by Divine Power to experience the Blessing fully.

Andrew Murray emphasizes the necessity of making the glorification of God the primary focus of our prayers. He illustrates this through the life of George Muller, who dedicated his prayer life to demonstrate God's faithfulness and glory, particularly in his work with orphans. Murray stresses that true prayer must be rooted in a spirit of selflessness, seeking God's glory rather than personal gain, and encourages believers to persist in prayer with unwavering faith, even when answers seem delayed. He reminds us that God is still active and willing to respond to those who trust in Him, and that prayer is a powerful instrument for achieving God's purposes. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper commitment to prayer that magnifies God's name and reflects His faithfulness.

Dougan Clark preaches on the outer life of holiness, emphasizing the transition from desire to faith as a key aspect of a believer's journey. He highlights the importance of seeking God's will above personal desires, and the need for faith to rule within to exhibit tranquility and simplicity outwardly. The sermon also touches on the significance of seeking knowledge approved by God and the danger of pursuing knowledge without seeking His guidance. Furthermore, it discusses the union with God in love, particularly through genuine sympathy that stems from selflessness and rejoicing with others, regardless of their relationship or circumstances.

Harmon A. Baldwin addresses the objection that holiness cannot be obtained by sharing a story of a man who doubted the Methodists' religion because he did not receive it immediately. Baldwin emphasizes that the lack of sanctification in some individuals does not negate the truth that God sanctifies those who seek Him. He explains that failure to obtain holiness may be due to lack of earnestness, improper spiritual condition, wrong motives, lack of faith, or misunderstanding of the conditions for cleansing.