Sunday, February 14, 2016 a.m. Service

Matthew 6:16-21 & Esther 4:1-17
Rev. Joseph Marshall

The Power of Fasting:
We Need the Power of God in Our Lives

I.   What is Biblical Fasting?  (Matthew 6:16-21)
        "When a disciple of Jesus humbly volunteers the absence of physical substance for a specific time for a spiritual purpose."
          King Jehoshaphat and Judah in 2 Chronicles 20:1-30
II.  What is the Purpose of Biblical Fasting?  (Esther 4:1-17)
        Why were the Jews fasting? (1-3)
        Why did Esther want the Jews to fast for her? (15-17)

Today's Challenge & Application:
Are you hungry of God?
Will you consider Biblical fasting?
Jonathan Edwards prayed, "Lord, give me New England!".
What will you pray, "Lord, give me _____________!"?

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