Free Range Preacher on Prayer

Psalm 6:9 For the LORD has heard the voice of my weeping. 9 The LORD has heard my supplication, The LORD receives my prayer. The irresistible movement of the Holy Spirit, excited by the Word of God, very often brings extemporaneous prayer from our hearts. Whether we are lead to worship, thanksgiving, joy, confession, or wonder. We rush into the presence of our Holy God, who loves us and sent His o...

We have seen how God used all types of illness to lead this undeserving one to the best season, and last of my life. Hebrews 4: 12 For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword, and piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit, of both joints and marrow, and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart. 13 And there is no creature hidden from His sig...

Disclaimer: In this podcast, I addressed two things in the beginning. We are getting conflicting information during this ronna season. We must then, take in information, pray for discernment, and act in faith. The desire for justice is a godly desire. As Christians, we can know without a doubt, and rest in the knowledge: No one ever truly escapes justice. We are called to wait on God, and let Him...

The Bible says Jesus is not ashamed to call us brethren. When we confess with David, “My sin is ever before me!” We may wonder how Holy God, the Word of truth, is not ashamed to call us brethren? Hebrews 2 lets us know why, and when we learn the reason, our joy and confidence will be made full. Thank You, Jesus, our knowledge of the excellent work Thou hast begun in our souls, bolsters our faith,...

Lord Jesus Christ, we bow before Thee to confess and pray, show us wonderful things from Thy law, and show us the truth of Thy Word, that Thou art moving in providence even in this day as Thou hast always done, let our hearts take courage, and listen to Thy testimony through Thy word: Ephesians 1:18 18 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know what is the hope of...

I tell you a mystery, Abram did a despicable thing, (not a mystery). God's purpose is God's purpose. God's love is God's love. God's promises are God's promises. God's faithfulness is God's faithfulness. Providence is what we call God carrying out His eternal decrees, and His purpose, love, promises, and faithfulness, even when His people do despicable things. Why, is the inscrutable mystery. "I k...

Whether God uses an angel or an earthquake, no power can keep His servants in prison. Neither can any opposition keep His ambassadors from preaching the good news to the salvation of souls. Genesis 50:20 “And as for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present result, to preserve many people alive." One of the most meaningful passages in all of Scr...

The sweet prayer, “The Valley of Vision” begins with The confession: Thou hast brought me to the valley of vision, where I live in the depths but see Thee in the heights; hemmed in by the mountains of sin I behold Thy glory. It ends with the cry of our souls as we plead for what the trip to the valley will teach us: Let me find Thy light in my darkness, Thy life in my death Thy joy in my sorrow, T...

Matthew 6:6 “But you, when you pray, go into your inner room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees in secret will repay you. Our inner room should be surrounding us whenever and wherever we pray. Sincerity, integrity, and purpose characterize our prayers, the subject of our prayers, and the intent of our prayers also gives credence to our...

5 “And when you pray, you are not to be as the hypocrites; for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and on the street corners, in order to be seen by men. Truly I say to you, they have their reward in full. Praying in front of others can have a tremendous impact; praying only to be seen by men will not only have a little spiritual effect, the person praying only to be seen, will have no e...

Jesus Teaches Prayer 3 - Not as Hypocrites a Matthew 6:5-6 5 “And when you pray, you are not to be as the hypocrites; for they love to stand and pray in the synagogues and on the street corners, in order to be seen by men. Truly I say to you, they have their reward in full. 6 “But you, when you pray, go into your inner room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in secret, a...

R.C. says Prayer is a duty, but more than that, it is a sweet opportunity. Don’t put too much pressure on yourself over consistency. True prayer is a heartfelt plea to God almighty. Also, find out the surprising posture from which R.C. loved to pray. Find us at freerangeprayer@gmail.com Facebook - Free Range Preacher Ministries Instagram: freerangeministries twitter @PreacherRange All our Scriptur...

Charles Haddon Spurgeon not only had a boss middle name, but he also had a good many unique thoughts on many Biblical truths, none more encouraging than his thoughts on the worthiness of praying Christians. One visitor to the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London, was surprised to find the “Boiler Room” completely devoid of heating equipment, coal, or any other type of furnace. I’m sure you know what...

As we continue our “In Other’s Words” segments, today, D.A. Carson reminds us of two fundamental truths to foster our prayer lives. “1. Much praying is not done because we do not plan to pray. We do not drift into spiritual life; we do not drift into disciplined prayer. We will not grow in prayer unless we plan to pray. That means we must self-consciously set aside time to do nothing but pray. Wha...

As your mentor, I know your soul desires to pray, but if that is not enough to motivate you. I would be a failing mentor if I did not remind you: Prayer is a command. Be intentional, carve out some time, make it your purpose to pray. Prayer will become your daily refuge and your soul’s earthy joy, but not if you don’t begin. All our Scripture quotes are drawn from the NASB 1977 edition. freerangep...

We have episodes of teaching, encouragement, and devotionals. We are now adding to the mix, shows on mentoring. Hot clam chowder teaches us, having a mentor is always a plus! Critical to mentoring is communication. As the Free Range Preacher moves forward, you can not only contact us at  Freerangeprayer@gmail.com , but follow us also on Facebook at Free Range Preacher Ministries, and  ht...

This episode will focus on two things in particular: First, an apology for the delay in installments with a little explanation. Secondly, reinforcing the gift of prayer - access to Almighty God. Health, a change in my routine, and pride have slowed the podcast production. Lessons from the Prince of Preachers, a submissive return to trusting God’s leading, and focusing on our purpose have prayerful...

What Christian cliche did Jesus give Martha and Mary? Real hurts require real answers; there are times real compassion, understanding, and empathy speak louder than any words. All our Scripture quotes are drawn from the NASB 1977 edition. freerangeprayer@gmail.com @PreacherRange For access to the Voice Over services of Richard Durrington, please visit  RichardDurrington.com  or email him...

Twenty years ago, I chose to stop praying at all for one man. Today, being instructed by the very first words Jesus taught on prayer, I repented. I am praying again for mercy for him Octavius Winslow says it in a way I never could. “If one perfection of God shines out in redemption with greater effulgence than any other, it is this. Love is the focus of all the rest, the golden thread that draws a...

Lord, thank you for the faithful who have gone before us, teach us today through what they have left to us in Your holy and good name. Let the Lord use their words to mold us to His purpose in prayer. C.H. Spurgeon: "Cares are numerous and, therefore, let your prayers be as numerous. Turn everything that is a care into a prayer." Matthew Henry: "As long as we continue living, we must continue pray...

Rewind, my Grumpy Old Man Prayer to see how supplication moves us from conviction to realization we are out of God’s will, and finally, to the joyful settled obedience our souls long for and move us to rest in Him. Intimacy in prayer, allows us to know our Holy and Good Savior. All our Scripture quotes are drawn from the NASB 1977 edition. freerangeprayer@gmail.com @PreacherRange For access to the...

At least for this simple one, the exhortations of Jesus to a consistent prayer life, are even more stirring than His teaching. Through the admonitions of Jesus, prayer assures us, the astounding promises of God are yes and amen. In them, we have the stupendous reassurance our access to God, and Jesus, through prayer our access is complete and comforting and soul-satisfying! All our Scripture quote...

Jesus not only modeled prayer, but He also taught prayer. He taught, formally and informally, the necessity and importance of prayer. Therefore our call to prayer is not just a feeling, a hopeful desire, or just gleaned from the examples of believers in the Bible, but instructed, by Jesus, continually and clearly. We have great reason to rejoice, as we pray, we in our obedience learn of God, and o...

We pray for a growing, Biblical, dynamic prayer life, the results of such a prayer life,  a soul satisfied with Jesus. So satisfied are we able to be in Him, we can call out in integrity, 23 Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me and know my anxious thoughts; 24 And see if there be any hurtful way in me, And lead me in the everlasting way. Psalm 139:23-24 All our Scripture quotes are dra...

Our culture is now a culture of rage, and outrageous, sinful words and desires and attitudes. The platitudes of our secular world are no longer shrouded even under the guise of hypocrisy. If you are like me, all the platitudes apply to you. If you do not agree with me, you are evil. As Christians, then, how should we pray for the outrage we are confronted with continually? David prayed for judgmen...