This Sunday we’ll conclude our The Art of Prayer and Fasting series by considering Matthew 6 and what it says about how we can fast in a God-honoring way. Then on Sunday Evening, we’ll continue our Follow Me video study by David Platt. We hope to see you there!
Schedule
@945 Small Groups / Sunday School for all ages
@1045 Worship Gathering
@6pm Follow Me study in youth room
Sermon Notes
The Art of Fasting Well ~ Matthew 6:1, 16-18
The sermon in one sentence: To fast well, maintain an attitude, reasons, and a method to achieve a spiritual end for the glory of God.
- Attitude: Fast to Honor God, not to impress people
- See fasting as a practice of righteousness (6:1)
- Keep your fast mainly between you and God (6:16-18)
- Fast as an act of joy (6:16-18)
- Purpose: Fast to draw closer to God and/or to serve others in their time of need
- Fasting in a time in which we become more aware of our dependence on God
- Good reasons to fast: Focused time in prayer, focused time in the Word, spiritual growth, caring for the disadvantaged
- Method: Fast with a plan to achieve your purpose
- Fasting is an expectation of the Christian’s life, but particulars are not biblically mandated (Matthew 6:16)
- Some helps to fast well:
- Decide how long your fast will be
- Decide what to fast from
- Consider health concerns and speak with your doctor
Songs for Worship
Let There Be Praise
Rejoice in the Lord, Always
I Stand Amazed
As the Deer
Speak, O Lord
Satisfied
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