Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth and the Life. We follow Him by preaching His message, caring for His disciples and serving others as He served.
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Why Fast?
Scripture places a great deal of emphasis on fasting. What are we showing God and Christ when we fast? Of the examples given in scripture of people fasting what were the major reasons for their fasting? How does God view those who fast for the right reasons? Why is fasting so effective in combating Satan’s temptations? Fasting increases a person’s spiritual focus and allows believers to understand God’s love and mercy. These questions and more are addressed in this sermon.
Before his retirement in 2021, Dr. Donald Ward pastored churches in Texas and Louisiana, and taught at Ambassador Bible College in Cincinnati, Ohio. He has also served as chairman of the Council of Elders of the United Church of God. He holds a BS degree; a BA in theology; a MS degree; a doctor’s degree in education from East Texas State University; and has completed 18 hours of graduate theology from SMU.
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