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Melted in Prayer

Melted in Prayer https://youtu.be/mFrYK2QZ48I On to... https://youtu.be/mFrYK2QZ48I On today's broadcast, Pastor Ray discusses praying through the Lord's prayer and how his heart is melted down during prayer. Is your heart melted down as you pray or is your heart cold and indifferent? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=4046&feed_id=932

Are You Ready for Service to Jesus??

Are you ready for service to Jesus? Are you sure??? https://www.youtube.com/shorts/958rvATW0WU

The Staff of Jesus is Dry in America

The Staff of Jesus is Dry in America https://youtu.be/wRlWJ92bskU Pasto... https://youtu.be/wRlWJ92bskU Pastor Ray reads from  Pilgrim's Progress  by C.J. Lovik laying out from Bunyan's book and the scripture the wonderful truth of imparted righteousness. Do you see the necessity of this work in your heart? Have you been made righteous by the blood of Jesus? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=12433&feed_id=908

The Demand of a Doubting Heart

We must all go through the demand of a doubting heart, as Moses did and God will deal with us and fully transform us. Another straight word from Pastor Ray today... https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3sNt7xkn8_E

Tree of Judgment (Short)

Found out what the tree of judgment and what does Jesus want from us??? https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Ejb7dwjDs2I

Breaking the Lethargy - 2017

Breaking the Lethargy - 2017 We must allow the Holy Spirit full acce... We must allow the Holy Spirit full access to our hearts and break any lethargy that may be found. It's always an indica of sin, whether conscious or not. Allow the Holy Spirit to come in power and uncover your heart as you listen along today. "...when a person makes a decision that they're going to do what they want to do in spite of what they know they should be doing, lethargy begins to set into their heart and settle into their bones so that they become less and less interested (in the things of God)." Pastor Ray during today's sermon https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=41504&feed_id=862

The Devil Before and, The Devil Behind But God Is In The Midst

The Devil Before and, The Devil Behind But God Is In The Midst https://youtu.be/9BeaFOC5OcE The S... https://youtu.be/9BeaFOC5OcE The Series on Moses and the Israelites continues today and the focus is upon the Red Sea deliverance. We must stand still and wait upon the Lord for a rhema word. Pastor Ray also lays out the warning signs for backsliding. Do you need deliverance from the hand of Jesus? If your answer is yes, then today's broadcast is a must listen for you! https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=31550&feed_id=854

Breaking the Lethargy - Part 2

This is a second short on "Breaking the Lethargy." Please note, the full sermon will be posted this afternoon. Lethargy is very deadly, and we must take it serious, lest we end up in a lukewarm state and not even be aware of it... https://www.youtube.com/shorts/U_RezSCXXQs

Breaking the Lethargy

Do you need the lethargy broken in your walk with Jesus? Listen to this short which is part of a message with the same title. There's also a part two to this message... https://www.youtube.com/shorts/KB5f_HmH-Sw

The Joy of Believing (2006)

The Joy of Believing (2006) As to listen to the message, note how m... As to listen to the message, note how much America has morally slipped since this sermon was preached in 2006. It's important to listen and understand how God views unbelief, which we sometimes don't take seriously. Are you in unbelief? If so, you need to repent and ask Him to remove this cancer from your soul. " Real Grace comes when I repent of my unbelief. When I repent of my desiring other things.  When I recognize that my cravings for wickedness and darkness mean I need to be born anew in the spirit.  To everything you do, there is a reaction from God."  Pastor Ray During today's message https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=41482&feed_id=780

I Know You Hear Our Prayers Father

I Know You Hear Our Prayers Father https://youtu.be/5UCo4trgQxY We th... https://youtu.be/5UCo4trgQxY We thank you for each of you who called into pray today. Ask the Holy Spirit to ignite a passion for Jesus and a spirit of prayer? We're asking that this Spirit of prayer increase, yea even as we decrease will you join us? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=31184&feed_id=593

True Intimacy with God (Encore)

True Intimacy with God (Encore) What is true intimacy with God? Pastor ... What is true intimacy with God? Pastor Ray talks about how God pursued intimacy with Adam and Eve and the children of Israel. This is still what God wants, he wants us to enter into His rest and He wants intimacy. What will it take to be intimate with God? To say it in one word, it's submission . Jesus is after our full submission to Him. That's the only way into this sacred place that Pastor Ray is talking about during today's message, are you willing to fully submit to God and others? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=41393&feed_id=588

Over Coming The Darkness

Over Coming The Darkness https://youtu.be/wOrfTnRVuWQ Pasto... https://youtu.be/wOrfTnRVuWQ Pastor Ray lays out the darkness that has overtaken America on every side, including the American church. This must change or America will be destroyed. Are you walking in the light or in the darkness? It's time to recognize where we stand and trust Jesus if we're in darkness but willing to get out. It's time to overcome the darkness in your own life today! https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=27882&feed_id=579

Are You Subject to God???

Are you subject to the Lion of Judah, this great and mighty God? Find out more in today's short... https://www.youtube.com/shorts/PCp4P0AXayM

Learning How to Walk in the Blessing

Learning How to Walk in the Blessing God has one agenda, it's to make a peop... God has one agenda, it's to make a people holy who will be the bride of Jesus. The way we're made one with God is by being made holy. God's blessing is to make us innocent and give us everything we need to serve Him. We receive this blessing by faith in Jesus. Are you innocent today? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=7467&feed_id=564

The Overshadowing Presence of God

The Overshadowing Presence of God https://youtu.be/Rk-bfZmGHhE Are y... https://youtu.be/Rk-bfZmGHhE Are you experiencing the overshadowing presence of God? If not, this message is for you because it's something that Jesus wants to give you. Listen to this message from the book of Ephesians and allow the Holy Spirit to quicken this message to your heart. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=12018&feed_id=556

Saved Out Of My Sin

Saved Out Of My Sin The call of Jesus is a call of love, kn... The call of Jesus is a call of love, knowing that it is the kindness of God that leads to repentance. Has God come courting to win your heart, or has another lover stolen your love? Listen to Pastor Ray how God has demonstrated his love to you and me. Will you turn from your sin and put your full trust in Him? Your past does not determine your future! Allow Jesus to make you into a new creature! https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=41374&feed_id=550

The Encouragement of God

The Encouragement of God https://youtu.be/rCIrLdB3GXs The s... https://youtu.be/rCIrLdB3GXs The series on Elijah continues today and Pastor Ray looks closely as to what happened when Elijah came to the end of himself. Have you come to the end of yourself? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=11826&feed_id=542
What will you do dear one? Will you fully surrender your life to Jesus Christ or will you try to escape and be consumed by the darkness? https://www.youtube.com/shorts/qA7U85zXA5I

Stand by the Facts

Stand by the Facts The gospel includes certain facts. For ... The gospel includes certain facts. For example, Christ died for our sins and rose from the dead. If we are in covenant with Jesus, we have eternal life. However, the gospel also includes some less commonly known facts. For example, the book of Hebrews reveals that if a born-again person deliberately keeps sinning, there is no more sacrifice for those sins. When we know all the facts of the gospel, we can stand with confidence in our salvation in Jesus. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=9324&feed_id=527

The Choice Is Yours - 2006

The Choice Is Yours - 2006 On this Memorial Day, let us determine ... On this Memorial Day, let us determine in our hearts whether or not we will be Soldiers of the Cross or perhaps very religious and pious, yet seekers of our own kingdom. Our deeds will always speak much more loudly than our words. Affirm your decision or change course if necessary as today is the day of salvation, if you're willing to be honest and repent. There's no need to end up where this dear one did, that was a series of choices he made. Listen to the story and you'll see. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=28537&feed_id=511

You CANNOT Be Saved in Your Sin

You CANNOT Be Saved in Your Sin The biggest lie faced in the church is ... The biggest lie faced in the church is that you can be saved in your sin. It's simply fantasy land to believe these lies, and Pastor Ray lays this out simply and clearly from the scriptures during today's broadcast. (You can find the scriptures in the tags at the bottom of the post.) " So today, if you have difficulty with the statement that you cannot be saved In your sin, put a check in your heart beside unbelief. " Pastor Ray during today's sermon Is there hidden unbelief in your heart, or are you a religionist? It's time to be honest with Jesus and let the lies fall to the wayside. You'll never be released from prison until the lie of the sinning Christian has been broken from your heart. Christianity is not a religion. Christianity is a faith and a loyalty to a man named Jesus.   Pastor Ray during this message https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=41355...

The Joy Of A Seven Day Sabbath

The Joy Of A Seven Day Sabbath https://youtu.be/XbDAINdV-NM Our s... https://youtu.be/XbDAINdV-NM Our series on the Sabbath and entering into it, continues today. It's another must-listen broadcast. Find out that we must enter into the Sabbath (i.e. Jesus) and the ancillary benefit will be joy of living in this from day to day. Who do you live your life for? Is it you or is it Jesus and how is that demonstrated in your day-to-day interactions, as well as your inner motives? Jesus is not satisfied and will persist, until we've ourselves totally to Him! It's not legalism, it's submission to our creator. God bless you as you listen. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=38707&feed_id=498

What's the Hardest Part of the Christian Journey?

The hardest part of the Christian journey??? https://www.youtube.com/shorts/ux2jn1pMonU

Understanding Why God Parts the Red Sea

Understanding Why God Parts the Red Sea Today Sister Kathryn talks about t... Today Sister Kathryn talks about the purpose of God in parting the Red Seas in our lives, which happens in many times and many different ways once you begin to get serious about following Jesus. Unfortunately we lost the first part of the welcome but listen closely as this will make the sermon much more clearer to your heart. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=4010&feed_id=474

The Fruit of the Half-Converted Christian Church

The Fruit of the Half-Converted Christian Church https://youtu.be/8rDZ3_1zcOk This ... https://youtu.be/8rDZ3_1zcOk This is a continuation of the broadcast from Monday. The core sin of the half-converted church is a focus upon an emotional sentimentality about Jesus, in the absence or even any need for righteousness or holiness. The fruit of the lies are everywhere within our culture as America has ceased to be a Christian nation. Without a real crucifixion, then the focus will simply be on the things of this world. There must be a testimony of the infilling dwelling of the Holy Spirit that brings power for holy and righteous living. It's time the church stopped catering to the half-converted. A man can only be made righteous by the power of the Holy Spirit, through the blood of Jesus. It is real righteousness. You must have a burning desire in Jesus for righteousness and holiness that is all-consuming and secondly you must be born in the Spirit, where the world is u...

Warnings, Dangers, The Fight Is On

Warnings, Dangers, The Fight Is On https://youtu.be/s6hkRLgm4js The s... https://youtu.be/s6hkRLgm4js The series continues on activating the promises of God and focuses primarily upon the life of Jacob, who was changed from a heel grabber or supplanter to an overcomer. That wasn't an easy or graceful process as you'll hear in the very familiar story today. We must be reduced by God Almighty and we must all come to the end of the flesh. Are you too big for God to answer your prayers or are you an overcomer? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=31342&feed_id=460

Three Faithful Wounds by A.W. Tozer

Three Faithful Wounds by A.W. Tozer (NOTE: This is a slightly condensed ver... (NOTE: This is a slightly condensed version of a 1953 sermon contained in the powerful book man: the dwelling place with god . these three wounds god will use and these wounds correlate well to what god wants to do in you and me in the new series that Pastor ray started today.) FAITHFUL ARE THE WOUNDS OF A FRIEND, says the Holy Spirit in Proverbs 27:6. And lest we imagine that the preacher is the one who does the wounding, I want to read Job 5:17 and 18: "Behold, happy is the man whom God correcteth: therefore despise not thou the chastening of the Almighty: for he maketh sore, and bindeth up: he woundeth, and his hands make whole." You see, the one who does the wounding here is not the servant, but the Master Himself. So with that in our minds I want to talk to you about three faithful wounds of a friend. In order to get launched into my message let me introduce a little lady who has ...

A Heaven To Win

A Heaven To Win Today's message is an exhortation to co... Today's message is an exhortation to continue and follow Jesus and NOT give up. We must fully engage in this battle and trust Jesus to bring us through. It will cost you everything to follow Jesus and He is worth whatever battles we must go through. We all must engage in this battle to be made overcomers through the blood of Jesus and the word of our testimony. Much of the modern church believes a lie that denies this battle but give yourself fully to Jesus and you'll find this to be true and it's repeatedly in the scriptures as well. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=38056&feed_id=445

Are You God's Friend? (Short)

Is There Poison in Your Pot?

Is There Poison in Your Pot? https://youtu.be/yTAYSOVBh64 On to... https://youtu.be/yTAYSOVBh64 On today's broadcast, Pastor Ray spends the first half of the broadcast discussing story of Elisha and the poison pot of stew and Hebrews 7. The poison in our hearts must be removed by the flour, which represents bread (i.e. Jesus!).  He goes to discuss that the law makes nothing perfect. Is your thinking is still under the law than you're walking in legalism and you will never achieve perfection. This has led many in the modern church in America to make the transition to Gnosticism.  Listen closely and make the decision to walk in the Spirit. Jesus wants to remove all of the poison in your pot. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=3983&feed_id=439

Crisis Sanctification

Crisis Sanctification https://youtu.be/a1Am3ZUYjxc After... https://youtu.be/a1Am3ZUYjxc After a brief introduction on the topic of "entire sanctification," Pastor Ray opens up one of the major keys to entering into this blessed place using the story of King Samuel and the prophet Samuel. God desires to bring us to a place of crisis sanctification but we oftentimes block the conviction of the Holy Spirit through our defensiveness. Are you willing to give up all defensiveness and allow the Holy Spirit to show you the true condition of your heart? "We never fall into sin, we jump into sin." Pastor Ray During today's broadcast https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=39187&feed_id=431

The Unsung Hero (2014)

The Unsung Hero (2014) Why did Cain kill his brother? The Lord... Why did Cain kill his brother? The Lord warned, "If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if not, sin crouches at the door." Instead of taking up the battle against sin, Cain took up the battle against his brother Abel. On the other hand, Abel did not sin. Though it cost him his life, this unsung hero recognized that the battle wasn't with his brother, but with sin. This concept returns in the book of Ephesians. "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against [...] spiritual wickedness in high places" (6:12). In other words, s truggle with sin isn't struggle with other people, or even yourself. Instead, the battle with sin is a fight against spiritual forces of evil. This battle is won by Jesus Christ when you give yourself totally to him . This raises two questions. First, how do you feel about your sin--if there be such? Do you make arguments in favor of si...

Absolute Surrender

Absolute Surrender This is the way of God shown throughout... This is the way of God shown throughout the scriptures where God calls us to make an absolute surrender to Himself. Pastor Ray focuses primarily on the story of Abraham, who made that complete giving of his life into the hands of Jesus, even though it wasn't a pretty or easy process. He uses some other examples as well. The question is whether or not have made that decision to absolutely surrender your life to Jesus and then actually done it? It's not a one time but rather a continual decision as we seek to serve and love Jesus with all of our heart! I'm going to include a quote from Andrew Murray from his book aptly entitled " Absolutely Surrender " and another one from author Theresa Reyna, a godly author who has a wonderfully tender heart for Jesus. Any one of you that does not forsake all that he has cannot be my disciple (Luke 14:26, 33). Isn’t this the reason for our feeble spirit...

The Illusion of Middle Ground

The Illusion of Middle Ground Because God has blessed America based o... Because God has blessed America based on our founding father's trust and submission to God, we've had the illusion that there is a middle ground, where we can worship God and do our thing and we don't have to make an allegiance to Jesus. We've believed a lie that we can remain neutral and maintain control over our lives. Soon this "middle ground" is going to be destroyed and each one of us will have to decide whether we will follow Jesus, regardless of the costs involved. It's very deadly to believe, such a lie. We as the church need to awake from our slumber and see that our only security is in Jesus Christ, as there is no neutral ground. Will you allow Jesus to move you out of this self-deluded middle-ground, and bring you under His wing? His heart is to save you, to redeem you and transform you! https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=3768&feed_id=410

Will we leave our self interest behind??

This is the call of the Gospel to every Christian... https://youtu.be/IryItjvvn8M

Sodom and Gomorrah

Sodom and Gomorrah https://youtu.be/wNbnU4qAF9g It's ... https://youtu.be/wNbnU4qAF9g It's become clear that America has become a modern day Sodom and Gomorrah. Will you stand against the forces of darkness, the principalities and powers, that wish to destroy this country? We invite you to join us in crying out to Jesus in the midst of the judgments that are about to fall. Will you stand with us that this descent into darkness would be turned back in America or are you like Lot's wife loving the things of the world, the flesh and the devil? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=12411&feed_id=395

Is God Distant from You?

Is God Distant from You? https://youtu.be/ZKcU0ylt5gE Altho... https://youtu.be/ZKcU0ylt5gE Although our government has exercised arrogance against God almighty, that same spirit is in much of the modern church. God wants to remove the worldliness in the church. Unfortunately most of the church is asleep and not even fully cognitive. May we wake up from our slumber before it’s too late. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=3738&feed_id=387

Beginning of the Argentinian Revival

Beginning of the Argentinian Revival Today's message is from the powerful li... Today's message is from the powerful little book, Thy God Reigneth by Edward Miller . Do you realize that before God can mightily use you, you must be reduced to nothing? Find out how God did this in this dear brother and what ensued as the resulted of his obedience. I'm including a short quote from Frank Bartleman below as this parallels the story. This is #2 in our overall most downloaded podcast. "God can only use the man who is useless in his own eyes." Frank Bartleman - Revivalist in Azusa Street https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=41272&feed_id=380

False Comforts

False Comforts https://youtu.be/Z84AO3X5v4I For c... https://youtu.be/Z84AO3X5v4I For centuries, Christians have defeated their own purposes in reaching out to the lost. How? When sinners become anxious about their souls, Christians gave them false comforts. Some of these false comforts include: Telling a sinner, "Just chill. Don't worry. Nobody's perfect" Conversion is a long, slow, progressive process Praying that God will help the sinner repent Telling a sinner, "Do your best, and God will make up the rest" Praying that God will give the sinner more conviction Making your experience a blueprint for someone else Telling a sinner, "Don't worry. I'm praying for you. God began a good work in you, and he'll finish it!" The common denominator among all false comforts is that they give the sinner an excuse to not repent. And, they make the sinner's continuance in sin God's fault. So f...

Weighed On The Scales

Weighed On The Scales https://youtu.be/FRVf0om-TbE Pasto... https://youtu.be/FRVf0om-TbE Pastor Ray goes through the story of Belshazzar in today's broadcast. Are you a lightweight in the spirit? It's a very sobering message, do you hear the Holy Spirit speaking to your heart today? Today is still the day of salvation if you'll turn from your sin and give yourself utterly into the hands of Jesus. What will you do dear one? The last part of the message was an encouragement based on the words in Ephesians Chapter 4 and some other scriptures. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/?p=38894&feed_id=365

The Parable of the Sower

The Parable of the Sower One of the most important teachings of ... One of the most important teachings of Jesus is this Parable of the Sower. We decide which type of soil we will be. Which kind of soil are you for real? Allow the Holy Spirit to speak as you listen to this powerful word. We must act upon the Word of God, lest our hearts will harden. The focus of this parable is NOT upon what we say or what we intellectually believe but rather on what authority we operate under. Is your heart to do the work of the Father or is it based on self-interest? This message is #3 on our all-time podcast list... https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/the-parable-of-the-sower/?feed_id=352&_unique_id=6436f79ec4410

The Fellowship of Blood (Encore)

The Fellowship of Blood (Encore) On Friday's broadcast, we ran the welco... On Friday's broadcast, we ran the welcome and sermon from September 11 . Sister Michelle's focus is upon the transition that Elisha made, after Elijah left. Pastor Ray talks about the fellowship of blood from the book of James and what that actually means to us. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/10-28-2016-the-fellowship-of-blood-pilgrims-broadcast-encore-sermon-2/?feed_id=357&_unique_id=6436f1abc0cf9

A Love That Will Not Fail

A Love That Will Not Fail Pasto... https://youtu.be/qcM1MAvmEns Pastor Ray recounts a recent trip to Florida to perform some baptisms and help organize a church in South Florida. Do you have a love for others that will not fail, come what may? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/barnyard-chickens-vs-wild-chickens/?feed_id=344&_unique_id=6436812dbb3c0

Ready to Enter the School of the Holy Spirit??

Understand what it means to enter the school of the Holy Spirit on today's short...

Do Not Let Your Heart Be Disappointed

Do Not Let Your Heart Be Disappointed https://youtu.be/K9CeYZ8vwrg Today... https://youtu.be/K9CeYZ8vwrg Today's message is very much a cautionary tale for all of us. Listen to the message soberly with an intent to keep marching on and not allow bitterness to fester but rather to lay every disappointment out before Jesus. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/do-not-let-your-heart-be-disappointed/?feed_id=328&_unique_id=643610aa9f455

Suffocating Indifference

Suffocating Indifference The time of Joel is very much like the ... The time of Joel is very much like the days in which we live and most of us have a normalcy bias, which presumes that life will always continue as it has been. Once we see this suffocating indifference, we need to follow what Joel lays out for us. There's no way we can break this indifference through sheer willpower or trying hard. Are you willing to weep and mourn before God until this is broken in your heart? Note this #4 on our top podcasts. https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/suffocating-indifference/?feed_id=270&_unique_id=6435a5798a1db

The Way of Faith

The Way of Faith Today's broadcast was an offertory ... Today's broadcast was an offertory and we're still currently just over $1,400 of meeting our goal to cover the radio bill for August. Pastor Ray goes through some thoughts from Smith Wigglesworth from the book entitled " Faith That Prevails " during the broadcast. If the Holy Spirit prompts you to give, will you simply obey today? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/the-way-of-faith/?feed_id=321&_unique_id=64359eff92661

The Powers Of Darkness Are On The Move

The Powers Of Darkness Are On The Move https://youtu.be/j7FcvG2y5Uk Do yo... https://youtu.be/j7FcvG2y5Uk Do you love the truth? His name is Jesus Christ. Thank you for all who called in today to praise and honor our mighty King Jesus! Please give us to lay down all lies, especially our personal lies! Give us the courage to stand against the wickedness of our age! Do you have your seatbelt on, trusting Him to lead guide and direct your steps? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/the-powers-of-darkness-are-on-the-move/?feed_id=315&_unique_id=64352c280b396

The Wages of Anger??

Allow the Holy Spirit to speak to your heart during this brief short. All anger must be put away dear one! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyS4YOecP8o

Many Are Called But Few Are Chosen

Many Are Called But Few Are Chosen https://youtu.be/_c8qGw-c_vU The s... https://youtu.be/_c8qGw-c_vU The series on Romans 6 continues today and do you understand the title which comes from Matthew 22:14? The call on your life is to be crucified with Christ, has this happened yet in your life and if not, are you willing to cry out to Jesus and ask Him to finish this work? https://www.nationalprayerchapel.com/many-are-called-but-few-are-chosen/?feed_id=283&_unique_id=6434b6f936e54