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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Reason For Overnight Prayers

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 14, 2014
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     | 26,732 views

    To show that we need to live a life of prayer like JESUS did to survive here on earth. Encouragements for prayer.

    I. EXORDIUM: How often do you pray? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to live a life of prayer like JESUS did to survive here on earth. Encouragements for prayer. IV. TEXT: Luke 6:12 (Amplified Bible) 6:12 Now in those days it occurred that He went up ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    To Fast Or Not To Fast, That Is The Question Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 10, 2012
     | 5,683 views

    A study of the Gospel of Matthew 9: 14 – 17

    Matthew 9: 14 – 17 To Fast Or Not To Fast, That Is The Question 14 Then the disciples of John came to Him, saying, “Why do we and the Pharisees fast often, but Your disciples do not fast?” 15 And Jesus said to them, “Can the friends of the bridegroom mourn as long as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Kamalanathan Francis avatar

    Hold Fast To Him

    Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Jan 18, 2021
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    God listens to our prayers and answers them justly. Sometimes it might be irrelevant to the expectations of the one who prayed, but never a prayer is unanswered.

    In times of difficulty, it is natural to lament, or blame somebody. But a disciple of Jesus Christ would react otherwise. Since his life is devoted to Jesus Christ, he is well informed about his savior. And nothing shakes his faith even in midst of darkness around. For instance, take prophet ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When You Fast Do Not Advertise

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Mar 17, 2019
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    Generally speaking, Fasting is about going without food in order to spend time in prayer with God and meditate on God’s Word – this is noble but difficult.

    When you Fast – Do not Advertise Introduction: Generally speaking, Fasting is about going without food in order to spend time in prayer with God and meditate on God’s Word – this is noble but difficult. (But Fasting is not hunger strike). In the passage that was read to us… we find that Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Imelda Mesa avatar

    Inner Transformation, Not Behavior Modification.

    Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Apr 29, 2019
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    A CALL TO FAST IS A CALL TO RETURN TO OUR SPIRITUAL SENSES.

    The Bible is filled with examples of how prayer and fasting have brought the people of God into a closer relationship with God. God is immovable, but it is we who are making a move closer to God when we pray and fast. We can hear Him better both as an individual and as a church. Understand that our ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Robert Fox avatar

    What Is Fasting? Series

    Contributed by Robert Fox on Apr 24, 2006
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     | 4,912 views

    Many students graduate from their faith when they graduate from high-school. Why? This sermon addresses that question and shows how the spiritual discipline of fasting can help keep students from falling away from God when they are suddenly on thier own

    This lesson was developed for a senior high student ministry and was presented in PowerPoint format. If you would like the original PPT file (about 1 meg without video clips), click on “all sermons by Robert Fox” at the top of this page, then click on the “contact” link and shoot me an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unlocking The Strength Of Prayer Through Fasting SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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    Every believer can enhance their prayer life by incorporating the practice of fasting, thus multiplying their effectiveness in spiritual matters.

    In any building project, having the right tools and knowing how to use them is crucial for success. Just as a skilled builder brings a van full of tools to a construction site, believers have been given a powerful tool by God to enhance their prayer life: fasting. Unfortunately, many Christians ...read more

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    Hungry For God - Part I Series

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 1, 2016
     | 7,910 views

    So what does the Bible say about fasting? Is this something that Christians should be practicing? What does the Bible say?

    Hungering for God: Fasting and Prayer Preparation – Part I Chuck Brooks, Pastor-Teacher, GraceWay Church December 27, 2015 Our church has been fasting and praying for 21 days at the beginning of the year for the last eight years. 2016 marks our ninth year of fasting. In September of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    7. The Hidden Power Of Prayer And Fasting Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Nov 22, 2005
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    All believers can multiply their effectiveness in prayer by utilizing the discipline of fasting.

    BIG IDEA: All believers can multiply their effectiveness in prayer by utilizing the discipline of fasting. Key scripture: Matthew 6:16-18 Why should we fast? 1. We fast in obedience to Jesus’ teaching. (Matt. 6:16-18) 2. We fast to demonstrate our dependence upon God. (James 4:10, 1Cor ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Deliverance That Comes Through Prayer & Fasting

    Contributed by James Mcgee on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 35,870 views

    The need to become more dependent on God and less on ourselves

    Text: Matthew 17 :14-21 And when they were come to the multitude, there came to him a certain man, kneeling down to him, and saying, 15Lord, have mercy on my son: for he is lunatick, and sore vexed: for ofttimes he falleth into the fire, and oft into the water. 16And I brought him to thy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Right Motive For Fasting Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,488 views

    The benefits of truly fasting are enormous, but there are also dangers. We can fast for the wrong reasons. This is the point of this passage of scripture. Jesus will council us on the wrong and right motives for fasting.

    Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part 13 The right Motive for fasting Matthew 6:16-18 Introduction Fasting means to abstain from food for some religious or spiritual purpose. A study of the practiced by Jesus and by the great leaders of the bible reveals what God means by fasting. Very simply, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fasting Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on May 21, 2024
     | 469 views

    This sermon looks at the concept of fasting

    THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT FASTING MATTHEW 6:16–18 “WHEN YOU FAST, DO NOT LOOK SOMBER AS THE HYPOCRITES DO, FOR THEY DISFIGURE THEIR FACES TO SHOW MEN THEY ARE FASTING. I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, THEY HAVE RECEIVED THEIR REWARD IN FULL. 17BUT WHEN YOU FAST, PUT OIL ON YOUR HEAD AND WASH YOUR FACE, 18SO ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fasting Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 22, 2022
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    This sermon addresses the reality that Jesus fasted so we should fast. Jesus understood the importance of fasting when it came to spiritual warfare, and he also understood the importance of fasting when it came to intimacy with God. It is a spiritual practice that still has validity for today.

    Good morning. We are continuing our series called Learning to Live Like Jesus. A series that is based on the extended passage known as the Sermon on the Mount. The past few weeks, we have been looking at chapter 6 that really speaks of the obstacles to living life in the kingdom. A few weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Fasting

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 20, 2013
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     | 12,129 views

    Sermon on fasting. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: Question 1: What is Fasting? Question 2: Should Christian’s fast? Question 3: Why Fast? Question: How to Fast? SERMON BODY: Ill: • Moses the lawgiver, • King David, • Elijah the prophet, • Queen Esther, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Joy In Fasting Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 27, 2008
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     | 6,123 views

    Fasting is the least practiced discipline, but is doable. part 12 of 13 on Spiritual Disc.

    Spiritual Disciplines: Fasting Sermon Number 11 March 16, 2008 About two weeks ago, we were watching something on television and there was a commercial for the Olive Garden restaurant. Zachary commented “the food looks so good!” He was ready to dive in and eat another dinner. The commercial ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist