What does the Bible really teach about fasting?

In this message from Covenant Church Doylestown, we walk through Isaiah 58 and Jesus’ teaching in the Sermon on the Mount to understand what biblical fasting actually is — and what it isn’t.

Fasting isn’t about spiritual performance.

It isn’t about manipulating God.

And it isn’t about religious image management.

This sermon explores:

What biblical fasting really means

Why God rejected Israel’s fasting in Isaiah 58

The difference between religious acting and authentic faith

What Jesus meant by “new wine and new wineskins”

Why fasting should be done in secret

How fasting shapes your heart and spiritual formation

What it means to hunger for God more than your next meal

True fasting doesn’t just change your schedule — it changes your soul.

It softens your heart.

It moves you toward justice and mercy.

It prepares you for deeper communion with God.

📖 Scripture: Isaiah 58, Matthew 6, Matthew 9, Romans 8

🙏 Theme: Fasting, Spiritual Formation, Justice, Authentic Faith

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If you’ve ever wondered:

Should Christians fast?

How do I fast biblically?

Does fasting change God’s mind?

What did Jesus really teach about fasting?

This message is for you.

👉 Watch, reflect, and ask yourself:

What do I need more than my next meal?

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What does baptism really mean—and why does the Bible speak about it so strongly?

In this sermon from Covenant Church Doylestown, we explore the deep biblical connections between baptism, salvation, the Holy Spirit, forgiveness, and union with Christ. Drawing from the Gospels, Acts, Romans, and the prophets, this message shows how baptism is a gift meant to comfort believers and shape how we live.

This message covers:

How baptism relates to salvation and faith

Why baptism is connected to the gift of the Holy Spirit

What it means for sins to be washed away

How baptism unites us with Jesus’ death and resurrection

Why believers can walk in real freedom and new life

Whether you were baptized long ago or are still considering it, this sermon invites you to rediscover the gift God has already given.

📖 Scripture: Mark 16; Ezekiel 36; Acts 2; Titus 3; Romans 6

🙏 Theme: Baptism, Grace, New Life, Union with Christ

🏠 Church: Covenant Church Doylestown

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Why does the church matter so much in a culture marked by loneliness and isolation?

In this sermon from Covenant Church Doylestown, we explore God’s design for the church as His family and His mission in the world. Drawing from Genesis, Galatians, the Gospels, and church history, this message shows how God combats isolation not through individualism, but through belonging, community, and shared purpose. __________

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Psalm 139 reminds us that God knows every part of us, is present in every season of life, and formed us intentionally and with purpose. It also invites us into a bold prayer: “Search me, O God.” __________

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What is the Lord’s Supper, and why does it matter so deeply in the Christian life?

In this sermon from Covenant Church Doylestown, we explore the biblical meaning of Communion by tracing its roots back to the Passover in Exodus 12 and its fulfillment in Jesus Christ. From the first Passover meal to the Last Supper, Scripture shows us that God saves His people through a meal—and invites them into ongoing fellowship with Him.

This message covers:

Why the Passover was central to Israel’s salvation

How Jesus fulfills the Passover as the perfect Lamb of God

What Communion means for forgiveness, identity, and grace

Why the Lord’s Supper is both a memorial and a foretaste

How Communion sustains believers on their spiritual journey

The Lord’s Supper reminds us that God’s judgment has passed over us because of Jesus’ sacrifice, and that we are invited into a future feast where death is defeated and joy is complete.

📖 Scripture: Exodus 12; Luke 22; Isaiah 25; Revelation 19

🙏 Theme: Communion, Passover, Grace, Hope

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Discover what baptism means, why Jesus commands it, and how it offers comfort, identity, and assurance in the Christian life. __________

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What does it mean to follow Jesus as the trailblazer of our faith?

In this sermon from Covenant Church Doylestown, Larry Walker walks through John 4 and the powerful encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. This story reveals Jesus as the one who goes before us—crossing barriers, speaking truth in love, and offering living water that satisfies our deepest thirst.

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Who was John the Baptist, and why does his birth matter for Advent and for us today?

In this Advent sermon from Luke 1, we explore the miracle birth of John the Baptist—a story of answered prayer, long waiting, and God’s faithfulness breaking into human impossibility. Long before Jesus was born, God was already at work, preparing the way through a child whose life would call people out of darkness and toward repentance, hope, and salvation. __________

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In this Advent message, we explore the miracle birth of Samuel from 1 Samuel 1 and how God works through waiting, prayer, and deep longing. Hannah’s story reminds us that God hears the cries of the brokenhearted and remains faithful, even when hope feels delayed.

As we prepare for Christmas, this sermon points us to the greater miracle of Jesus—the Savior who comes into our waiting and brings lasting hope. __________

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In this Advent message from Judges 13, Pastor Steve Huber explores the miraculous birth of Samson—and how his story points beyond itself to Jesus, the greater Savior. While Samson was called to deliver Israel for a time, Jesus came to rescue us fully and forever.

In this sermon, you’ll discover:

Why Israel’s darkness sets the stage for God’s miracle

What Samson’s miraculous birth reveals about God’s plan

How Jesus is the greater Savior in every way

Why Advent reminds us to look outside ourselves for light and hope

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the darkness of the world or unsure where to find hope, this message invites you to rediscover the miracle of Jesus—the Light of the World. __________

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