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  • Phil Morgan avatar

    The Power Of Prayer With Fasting

    Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002
    based on 818 ratings
     | 227,990 views

    Godly prayer with fasting releases breakthrough spiritual power.

    READ: Mark 2:18-20 (text: v20) Note Jesus’ words - “Then they will fast”. Jesus knew there would come a time when He would not be physically present any longer with His disciples / with the church. Perilous times would come when supernatural strength would be needed. “Then they will fast IN ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    The Power Of Prayer And Fasting

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 16, 2013
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    Though scripture does not command fasting in prayer, it is back up in scripture that there are some things that cannot happen without fasting and prayer. "You cannot fast as you do today and expect your voice to be heard on high"

    The power of prayer and fasting Isaiah 58:3-7 Introduction- This morning I want us to look at the power of prayer and effectiveness of adding Fasting to prayer. I believe most people do not understand the biblical concept of prayer and fasting. Most people either ignore fasting (It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Arlen Payne avatar

    Stand Fast In The Lord!

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jan 9, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 12,307 views

    If we are to be successful in our Christian life we must Stand Fast. (Preached at the beginning of the year)

    Stand Fast Philippians 4:1 Intro. Stand Fast -If we are to be successful in the Christian life we must take our Stand. -We are not to just lie down and let the world and the devil run over us. -We are not to just sit in contentment. -We are to STAND -Stand FAST. --“Fast” means that we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Villa avatar

    Jesus On Right Fasting Series

    Contributed by Daniel Villa on Sep 11, 2002
    based on 131 ratings
     | 14,038 views

    Jesus on Right Fasting seeks to encourage disciples to practice intentional fasting by showing its purpose and benefits.

    JESUS ON RIGHT FASTING Matthew 6:16-18; Isaiah 58:8-12 Kingdom Life Series #20 “And now about fasting. When you fast, declining your food for a spiritual purpose, don’t do it publicly, as the hypocrites do, who try to look wan and dishevelled so people will feel sorry for them. Truly that is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Kelly Hudnall avatar

    Fasting For Spiritual Breakthroughs

    Contributed by Kelly Hudnall on Dec 12, 2001
    based on 254 ratings
     | 7,357 views

    Encouragement to get involved in the spiritual discipline of fasting.

    TEXT: Mark 9:17-29 INTRO: Jesus’ disciples were able to do many miraculous things by the authority they had in His Name but when they came to this demon-possessed man they couldn’t set him free. Jesus told them the reason they couldn’t set him free was because some spiritual breakthroughs only ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Milo Velebir avatar

    When You Fast

    Contributed by Milo Velebir on Jul 11, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,781 views

    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

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Chad Bolfa avatar

    The Right Motive For Fasting Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,963 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

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Types Of Fasts In The Bible

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 15, 2025
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    In the Old and New Testaments, we see different types of fasts that brought about supernatural results. Each fast had a distinct purpose and pattern, but all had one common factor: they were directed toward God and done with sincerity of heart.

    TYPES OF FASTS IN THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:16-18 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 58:6-9, Esther 4:16, Daniel 10:2-3, Joel 2:12, Acts 13:1-3 INTRODUCTION: Fasting is one of the most powerful spiritual disciplines in the Bible. It is a God-ordained means of humbling ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Larry Elder avatar

    Fasting For Spiritual Breakthroughs

    Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003
    based on 75 ratings
     | 18,389 views

    Some spiritual breakthroughs only come through prayer and fasting.

    Fasting For Spiritual Breakthroughs Mark 9:17-29 1/5/03 am Then one of the crowd answered and said, "Teacher, I brought You my son, who has a mute spirit. And wherever he seizes him, he throws him down; he foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth, and becomes rigid. So I spoke to your disciples, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Revival Through Fasting

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 43 ratings
     | 4,565 views

    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

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    Denomination: *other

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Concern About Fasting Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 12, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,074 views

    What began as a confrontation regarding the practice of fasting, turned into a lesson regarding the doctrines of salvation. Christ is the only means of salvation. We must come to Him by grace, through faith, in Christ alone.

    The Concern about Fasting Mark 2: 18-22 Our text today deals with a passage that is often misunderstood, and even overlooked by many. Some argue the passage is confusing, and they fail to see the great significance it reveals. Actually Jesus revealed great doctrinal truth in this conversation with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Power Of Fasting And Prayers Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,505 views

    Fasting and prayer are two powerful spiritual disciplines that work together to strengthen our connection with God. Through fasting, we humble ourselves before God, while prayer allows us to communicate directly with Him.

    THE POWER OF FASTING AND PRAYERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 17:21 "However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 58:6-9, Joel 2:12-13, Mark 9:29, Luke 18:1, Acts 13:2-3 INTRODUCTION: Fasting and prayer are two powerful ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Hold Fast To The Word Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 10, 2008
     | 7,722 views

    Hold fast to the Word, for we stand under the judgement of God’s Word. Do not compromise at all cost.

    Holding on to the truth is of vital importance. - It is a matter of life and death, blessing or suffering, reward or judgement. - Jesus emphasizes this need to the two churches. - They performed well in many ways but not in the guarding of God’s truth. We need to (1) HOLD FAST TO THE TRUTH - ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    Stand Fast In The Lord

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 8, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,555 views

    There are several postures available to us in our Christian life but we are commanded to "stand fast".

    STAND FAST IN THE LORD "Therefore, my beloved and longed-for brethren, my joy and my crown, so stand fast in the Lord, beloved." Philippians 4:1. I. THE COMMAND IS TO "STAND FAST". We have several options that are available to us in our Christian life. We may lie down: "Therefore He says: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev Ken Shedenhelm avatar

    The Fast God Chooses

    Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Feb 8, 2014
     | 4,914 views

    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

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed