Sermons on hold fast the word: showing 271-285 of 188,887

The Truth About Fasting Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 9, 2023

God has given us so much to enjoy in this world, but the results of sin is so great that the grief in our spirit overrides our physical hunger.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org 16 “Now whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting. Truly I say to you, they have their reward ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Brethren

The Right Way To Fast Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Oct 2, 2023

This message looks at what Jesus has to say about our physical appearance when fasting. The way we present ourselves physically can speak volumes about the inner man. Who are we trying to impress when we fast? Jesus or the people around us?

I have entitled our message this morning, “The Right Way to Fast.” Jesus both practiced fasting and taught about it; and yet, fasting is something that is often feared and misunderstood. In many Christian circles, you rarely even hear about fasting; and yet, the Scripture mentions it more times ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

You Call This A Fast? Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Oct 30, 2002

#1 of 4 sermons on biblical fasting.

You Call This A Fast? (Isaiah 58:1-9) I. False Fasting A. Objectives 1. Deceive God 2. Serve Self 3. Make a Fast Shekel B. Results 1. Exploitation of workers 2. Quarreling and strife 3. External humility 4. Unrepentant mourning II. True Fasting A. Objectives 1. Exercise justice a) Loose the chains ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Fasting Is Imporant Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Placing attention on fasting is dangerous business. Placing attention on our performance is dangerous. Yet, wea are commanded to fast.

Voter’s Guides are Available in Ministry Galley. I encourage each one of you to vote. Today we conclude our series Seven Practice of a Healthy Christian. And our focus this morning is on the mouth. I call on our church to a Week of Prayer and a Day of Fasting for World Missions. For this reason ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When You Fast... Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Oct 30, 2002

#2 of 4 sermons on biblical fasting.

When You Fast… (Matthew 6:16-18) I. The Wrong Way to Fast A. Fasting as a hypocrite 1. To gain a sense of God’s approval and self-approval 2. To fulfill a religious act 3. To gain religious recognition B. Fasting for recognition 1. Danger of feeling “super-spiritual” 2. Danger of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Lent - A Season Of Fasting

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 7, 2019

What the season of Lent is all about

Weekend Message/Devotion March 10, 2019 Isaiah 58 LENT – A Season of Fasting Can you find anything in the Holy Scriptures that refer to LENT as a prescribed order of holy days or platform for observance? I find the word “lent” seven times in the bible (Exodus 12:38, Deuteronomy 23:19, 1 ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When You Fast

Contributed by Milo Velebir on Jul 11, 2007

Fasting and prying is the key to unlock blessings and victories on the spiritual battlefield.

“When you fast....“ Mtt 6:5 “When you pray“ .... not if you pray. We do not question the validity of prayer. Of course Jesus wanted us to pray! But in the same sermon on the mount Jesus said: Mtt 6:16 “When you fast....“ not if you fast! With the same breath he spoke about praying and fasting. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Go Fast And Live

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 4, 2003

This sermon is about the practice of fasting. (The Life - part 10)

Go Fast And Live The Life – part 10 The Practice Of Fasting QUESTION – what do you want to be when you grow up? Who do you want to do when you grow up? When Bruce Jenner grew up – he wanted to win a gold medal in the decathlon in the Olympic games. But in 1972 in the games in Munich Jenner ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fast God Chooses

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Feb 8, 2014

While we try to please God on our own terms, God wants us to live for Him. We call it a "fast" when we do without a self-serving behavior for a limited period of time, but what God calls a "fast" is a life dedicated to serving others.

Abou ben Adhem had a dream. He awakened with a start to find an angel in his room, writing in a golden book. He said to the angel, “What writest thou?” and the angel replied, “The names of those who love the Lord.” “And is mine one?” he inquired. “Nay, not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Revival Through Fasting

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 24, 2006

3rd in a series of 4 sermons about how to start a revival in the church & community. The 4 strands of revival are: GIVING - PRAYING - FASTING - COMMUNION.

Have you ever noticed how high on the list of priorities we put food? Some think that baseball is America’s favorite pastime, but I personally think it is eating. I could stand here and name every single fast-food place in the state of Oklahoma and I am sure that most, if not all of us, would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16

Denomination: *other

Genuine Prayer And Fasting Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 15, 2015

Last week we started the series on the places where Jesus said, “I tell you the truth”. We started out by looking at Matt. 6:1-4 where Jesus talks about giving. Today we’ll look at the other acts of righteousness in this passage-praying and fasting.

“GENUINE PRAYER AND FASTING” Matthew 6:5-18 INTRODUCTION: Last week we started the series on the places where Jesus said, “I tell you the truth”. We started out by looking at the first four verses of Matt. 6 where Jesus shows us our giving need not be done with fanfare, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Benefits Of Fasting, With Prayer Series

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Mar 5, 2013

Are you a woman who prays? If your answer is yes, praise God, but if you are not or you feel in your heart that you do not pray/talk to the Lord as much as you should, my prayer is after this series, you will be fired up to open that communication line wi

There is a saying "Prayer is the Key, it is the Master Key" meaning it is the key that unlocks or opens up the door to your blessings, breakthrough, etc. Today we will be looking at the benefits of integrating fasting with prayer. And so, this is a message that will be beneficial not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fast Food Of Feasting? Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Oct 7, 2009

I am the Bread of Heaven... Christ satisfies, sustains and saves those who eat His flesh.. World Communion Sunday

Can you guess what Denver, Orlando, Palm Beach, Cleveland, and Las Vegas have in common? They all have passed ordinances to stop groups from feeding the hungry in public.1 You can have 24 hour gambling but you better not hand out sandwiches in a park in Las Vegas. You can party like mad on the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fasting And Its Purpose Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jul 22, 2005

Ongoing series concerning questions

Sermon Series: ¡§Questioning the Faith¡¨ Sermon #12 ¡§Fasting and its Purpose¡¨ Text: Matthew 6:16-18 OPENING JOKE: ¡§FASTING Conference¡¨ In a Church bulletin the following words were printed: "The cost for attending the Fasting and Prayer conference includes meals." QUESTION: There are many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Purpose For Fasting PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, family. Today, we’re talking about a practice that is as old as our faith itself, yet often misunderstood or overlooked - fasting. Now, don't start squirming in your seats just yet! I promise, by the end of this sermon, you'll see fasting in a whole new light. We're going to explore ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-3, Nehemiah 1:4

Topics: Fasting