Fasting and Spiritual Health
Several months ago, a reliable source recommended a book on fasting. Send article as PDF
Category: Sermon on the Mount
When to Fast
Jesus expects His disciples to fast (Mark 2:18-20). He does not want them to fast to be seen of men (Matthew 6:16). He does desire that they fast only to be seen of God (Matthew 6:17-18). Send article as PDF
The Do’s and Don’ts of Fasting
The first half of Matthew six describes the righteous in action—they serve others; they pray; they fast (vv. 1-18). In verses 16-18, Jesus says, “Moreover, when you fast, do not be like the hypocrites, with a sad countenance. For they disfigure their faces…
The Price Tag on Our Spiritual Blessings
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Privileges of Praying in Jesus’ Name
If the only privilege that praying in Jesus’ name had to offer was access to the throne of God, it would still be utterly stupendous. The New Testament, however, declares it has additional privileges. Send article as PDF
One of the Privileges of Praying in Jesus’ Name
Heaven is depicted in the Bible’s final book as a city with impregnable security. It has a great and high wall (Revelation 21:12) which makes it impossible for “anything that defiles, or causes an abomination or a lie” to enter (Revelation 21:27). Outside its…
Praying in the Name of Jesus
Praying in Jesus’ name is not some sort of extraneous spiritual hashtag or mysterious, magical incantation. Send article as PDF
Praying in Jesus’ Name
In the final class of His teaching ministry (months after the Sermon on the Mount), Jesus gave additional instruction concerning prayer. Send article as PDF
“Understanding Righteousness”
The just (or righteous) live by obedient faith in God; therefore, the righteous have numerous unique and distinguishing characteristics and blessings—a wise mouth that is a well of life (Proverbs 10:11, 31), a tongue like choice silver (Proverbs 10:20), deliverance from trouble and…
When Humans Say “Amen”
When spoken by sincere human lips, the word “amen” has the meaning of “so let it be!” When used properly, it is an indication of approval, confirmation, and support for something spoken or done. Regardless of whether the statement is a curse upon…