One of the major themes in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount is the contrast between true spirituality and false religious activity. Jesus clearly exposed the hypocrisy of the scribes and Pharisees because, although they appeared religious outwardly, their hearts were often far from God. They were more concerned about being seen and praised by people than about genuinely knowing, loving, and obeying God.
Jesus was teaching the principles of the Kingdom of Heaven, and many religious leaders opposed Him and attempted to discredit Him. Ultimately, the religious system of that time rejected Him and played a major role in His crucifixion. Yet Jesus continued to teach His disciples what genuine righteousness looks like—not merely an outward religious performance, but a transformed heart devoted to God.
At the beginning of Matthew 6, Jesus gives a foundational principle: “Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them; otherwise you have no reward with your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 6:1). This principle provides the foundation for Jesus’ teaching throughout the chapter. He explains how to give, how to pray, and how to fast—not for public recognition, but to please our Heavenly Father.
Today, we are especially considering Jesus’ teaching about fasting. He said, “Whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting” (Matthew 6:16). Jesus then teaches His disciples to fast sincerely and quietly, so that their fasting is known primarily by their Father who is in secret.
The central question is this: Are we seeking to be noticed by people, or are we seeking to be noticed by God? God is not merely interested in our outward religious activities; He looks at the condition and motives of our hearts. He desires a heart that is completely surrendered to Him rather than divided between God and the approval of people.
True fasting is therefore not a performance designed to attract attention. It is an expression of humility, dependence, repentance, worship, and wholehearted devotion to God. When we fast, let us not seek the praise of people, but the presence and pleasure of our Heavenly Father.
May God help us live with genuine righteousness, seek Him with sincere hearts, and practice our faith in a way that brings glory to Him.
May God bless you, keep you, and help you love God and love people.
Jesus was teaching the principles of the Kingdom of Heaven, and many religious leaders opposed Him and attempted to discredit Him. Ultimately, the religious system of that time rejected Him and played a major role in His crucifixion. Yet Jesus continued to teach His disciples what genuine righteousness looks like—not merely an outward religious performance, but a transformed heart devoted to God.
At the beginning of Matthew 6, Jesus gives a foundational principle: “Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them; otherwise you have no reward with your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 6:1). This principle provides the foundation for Jesus’ teaching throughout the chapter. He explains how to give, how to pray, and how to fast—not for public recognition, but to please our Heavenly Father.
Today, we are especially considering Jesus’ teaching about fasting. He said, “Whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting” (Matthew 6:16). Jesus then teaches His disciples to fast sincerely and quietly, so that their fasting is known primarily by their Father who is in secret.
The central question is this: Are we seeking to be noticed by people, or are we seeking to be noticed by God? God is not merely interested in our outward religious activities; He looks at the condition and motives of our hearts. He desires a heart that is completely surrendered to Him rather than divided between God and the approval of people.
True fasting is therefore not a performance designed to attract attention. It is an expression of humility, dependence, repentance, worship, and wholehearted devotion to God. When we fast, let us not seek the praise of people, but the presence and pleasure of our Heavenly Father.
May God help us live with genuine righteousness, seek Him with sincere hearts, and practice our faith in a way that brings glory to Him.
May God bless you, keep you, and help you love God and love people.
One of the major themes in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount is the contrast between true spirituality and false religious activity. Jesus clearly exposed the hypocrisy of the scribes and Pharisees because, although they appeared religious outwardly, their hearts were often far from God. They were more concerned about being seen and praised by people than about genuinely knowing, loving, and obeying God.
Jesus was teaching the principles of the Kingdom of Heaven, and many religious leaders opposed Him and attempted to discredit Him. Ultimately, the religious system of that time rejected Him and played a major role in His crucifixion. Yet Jesus continued to teach His disciples what genuine righteousness looks like—not merely an outward religious performance, but a transformed heart devoted to God.
At the beginning of Matthew 6, Jesus gives a foundational principle: “Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them; otherwise you have no reward with your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 6:1). This principle provides the foundation for Jesus’ teaching throughout the chapter. He explains how to give, how to pray, and how to fast—not for public recognition, but to please our Heavenly Father.
Today, we are especially considering Jesus’ teaching about fasting. He said, “Whenever you fast, do not put on a gloomy face as the hypocrites do, for they neglect their appearance so that they will be noticed by men when they are fasting” (Matthew 6:16). Jesus then teaches His disciples to fast sincerely and quietly, so that their fasting is known primarily by their Father who is in secret.
The central question is this: Are we seeking to be noticed by people, or are we seeking to be noticed by God? God is not merely interested in our outward religious activities; He looks at the condition and motives of our hearts. He desires a heart that is completely surrendered to Him rather than divided between God and the approval of people.
True fasting is therefore not a performance designed to attract attention. It is an expression of humility, dependence, repentance, worship, and wholehearted devotion to God. When we fast, let us not seek the praise of people, but the presence and pleasure of our Heavenly Father.
May God help us live with genuine righteousness, seek Him with sincere hearts, and practice our faith in a way that brings glory to Him.
May God bless you, keep you, and help you love God and love people.
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