
Bill Barratt
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Hezekiah's Prayer
19836:23Prayer2KI 19:142KI 19:35In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God's guidance and protection in the face of attacks from the enemy. He warns against believing the lies of the devil, who seeks to corrupt and destroy lives. The preacher encourages the congregation to be people of integrity and character, dedicated to God's work. He emphasizes the need for unity and support within the church, urging the congregation to pray for and stand behind their leaders. The sermon concludes with a powerful example of how God can bring victory with just one angel, highlighting the power of prayer and the presence of angels in our lives.
Daniel's Prayer
19343:57PrayerMAT 8:20MAT 12:46MAT 16:24MAT 19:29LUK 14:26ROM 8:13In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story of being wounded in battle and how God healed him. He emphasizes the importance of leaders in the spiritual realm and how the enemy targets them to cause havoc. The speaker encourages the audience to have a regular habit of prayer, just like Daniel who prayed three times a day. He also mentions the idea that forming a regular habit can create a positive impact on the brain. Overall, the sermon highlights the significance of prayer and the need for consistent spiritual discipline.
Moses' Prayer
18142:01Spiritual WarfarePrayerDEU 9:1Bill Barratt emphasizes the significance of Moses' prayer as the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land, highlighting the formidable nature of their enemies and the necessity of recognizing God's power over them. He urges the congregation to understand their own weaknesses and the importance of humility before God, reminding them that victories are not due to their righteousness but God's grace. Barratt encourages persistent prayer, drawing parallels between Moses' intercession for Israel and the need for the church to pray for their community, emphasizing four key aspects of prayer: for redemption's sake, for the faithful, for the unbelievers, and for God's glory. He concludes with a call to action for the church to unite in prayer and preparation for spiritual battles ahead.
Solomon's Prayer
17127:47Prayer1KI 8:31In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of prayer in times of calamity and affliction. He refers to a prayer made by Solomon in the Bible, where Solomon asks God to forgive the children of Israel if they turn towards the temple and confess their sins. The speaker emphasizes the need for believers to bring themselves or those wounded in spiritual battles before the Lord through prayer. He also mentions the prayers of Abraham and Moses as examples of persistent and effective prayer. The sermon highlights the certainty of spiritual warfare and the importance of knowing how to approach God in prayer during difficult times.
Elijah's Prayer
17036:11Prayer1KI 18:43MAT 6:6MAT 7:7JAS 5:16In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal. He emphasizes the dramatic actions taken by Elijah to demonstrate the power of God. Elijah challenges the prophets of Baal to a test, where they must try to light a sacrifice with fire. Despite their efforts, the sacrifice remains unlit. Then, Elijah pours water on his own sacrifice and prays to God, who sends fire to consume it. The speaker encourages the audience to pray with boldness, humility, and persistence, believing in the power of God to bring about miraculous change.
Abraham's Prayer
16033:14PrayerGEN 18:27In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the story of Abraham's prayer for the city of Sodom and Gomorrah. The speaker uses the analogy of knocks on his door to illustrate different types of prayers. He emphasizes the importance of having knowledge and revelation of God before praying intelligently. The sermon also references the verses from Matthew 7:7 and Luke 11:9, which encourage seeking, asking, and knocking in prayer.