Sermons on Kinds Of Fasts:

The Presentation Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 3, 2020

Lessons for Ladies and Gentlemen through Anna and Simeon

I have something for you, ladies and gentlemen-- For the ladies, Anna fasted and prayed. Fasting brings a change in consciousness. Internal dialogue slows down; the mind quiets; deeper longings can be heard. Anna prayed for her nation, testifying to Jesus to Israel “to all who were awaiting the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Catholic

Religious Exhibitionism Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 14, 2018

Let’s explore our motives in public acts of worship.

Prelude How should we give in public? How should we pray in public? How should we fast in public? Purpose: Let’s explore our motives in public acts of worship. Plan: Let’s look Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 and Jesus’ discussion of public religious duties. Matthew 6:1-4 Public Giving Jesus said to let ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 14, 2020

We need to listen to God listen to the promises leave our ways.

“ LET US” Hebrews 10: 23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;) 24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: We need to listen to him. Look to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23

Denomination: Baptist

Buscad Al SeÑor

Contributed by James Dina on Jul 26, 2020

Buscar al Señor es la fijación consciente de la atención de nuestra mente y el afecto de nuestro corazón hacia Dios. Es nuestro mejor amigo y único amigo. Busca al Señor y su fuerza; busca su presencia continuamente.

BUSCAD AL SEÑOR JOB 5:8, "Pero en cuanto a mí, yo buscaría a Dios, Y delante de Dios presentaría mi causa” Es un honor y un privilegio para cada cristiano conocer a Dios y caminar con Él diariamente. ...read more

Scripture: Job 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Spotlight Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 16, 2021

Many Christians across denominations start Lent today, practice the disciplines of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Jesus says do them outside the spotlight

Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:1-6,16-18 “Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. “So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sovereignty Of God Series

Contributed by Greg Van Heukelom on Dec 15, 2020

Our Actions matter---when God leads the way and we follow

Esther 8-10 15th Nov 2020 Welcome back to the final teaching on the Book of Estherfrom Calvary Reformed Church…I'm Pastor Greg and we've spent about five weeks on the Book of Esther. It's been a wonderful study if you've watched them all with us. I trust you've learned a lot; I ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ash Wednesday - A Blessed Path To Restoration

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 18, 2022

As you begin your Lenten journey, I pray that God would pour out his Holy Spirit upon you, empowering you to take up your cross and follow Jesus. I pray that both the strength and the boldness of Jesus would be yours as others look at you, and see a disciple of Jesus, following by His side.

The Blessed Path to Restoration Lamentation 3:37-42; 55-58 NLT “Who can command things to happen without the Lord’s permission? Does not the Most High send both calamity and good? Then why should we, mere humans, complain when we are punished for our sins? Instead, let us test and examine our ways. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, James 5:16, Lamentations 3:37-42, Lamentations 3:55-58

Denomination: Methodist

Santa Cuaresma: Un Toque Humano Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 2, 2024

Santa Cuaresma: un toque humano

Santa Cuaresma: un toque humano Escritura: Mateo 6:1-6, Mateo 6:16-18 Reflexión Cuarenta días antes de Pascua es un tiempo sagrado llamado "Santa Cuaresma" que muchos cristianos siguen. Es una temporada de introspección, confesión y desarrollo espiritual. El ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Other

Holy Lent: A Human Touch Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 2, 2024

Holy Lent: A Human Touch

Holy Lent: A Human Touch Banal na Kasulatan: Mateo 6:1-6, Mateo 6:16-18 Pagninilay Apatnapung araw bago ang Pasko ng Pagkabuhay ay isang banal na oras na tinatawag na "Banal na Kuwaresma" na sinusunod ng maraming Kristiyano. Ito ay panahon ng pagsisiyasat ng sarili, pagkukumpisal, at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Other

New Year's Weight Loss

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 6, 2024

Sermon about the results of our fasting and prayer month, gazing into the face of Christ

Background to passage: Paul in his third letter to this troubled, but eventually triumphant church, has spent the better part of the first two chapters giving some information about his travel plans and the changes that had come unexpectedly. He notes how God has used these frustrations to open ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Within

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 11, 2021

If we want to be useful for God, we will need to learn to say "no" when our body calls for food or rest in ways that hold us back. When the devil tried to deter Jesus from his mission by tempting him to turn stones to bread when he was supposed to fast, Jesus stood strong.

Perhaps once or twice in a century a truly titanic battle occurs in which the history of earth hangs in the balance. The D-Day invasion might be one. Both armies had invested many thousands of their men, millions of dollars worth of equipment and their very best modern strategies. It was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Satisfying Your Hunger For God Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023

Learning the spiritual signs of hungering for God.

“The angel of the Lord encamps all around those who fear Him, and delivers them” (Psalm 34:7). “And Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst'” (John 6:35). A. INTRODUCTION 1. Illustration of little ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35, 1 John 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

When You Are Threatened Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023

Worship activates God to action.

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me.” Psalm 23:4, NKJV “Some came … told Jehoshaphat … a great multitude is coming against you from beyond the (Dead) sea .. Jehoshaphat feared … seek ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-25, Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

Power In Weakness Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025

Six decisions to change everything.

“Jesus fasted … for forty days and forty night, fasted … became very hungry … the devil … if you are the Son of God … stones become bread … Jesus told him … “No … people do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:1-11, NLT). A. HUNGER IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Lure Of Temptation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 8, 2025

This is the 10th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#10] THE LURE OF TEMPTATION Luke 4:1-13 Introduction: As Christians, we are called to be fishers of men, but there’s an important truth we often overlook- Satan is also a fisherman. He longs to lure you in and hook you with temptation. We all face the struggles of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13, Matthew 4:1-11, Mark 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist