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Why should Christians give, pray, and fast?

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Christians are called to give, pray, and fast as expressions of gratitude and worship to God, driven by proper motives.

In Matthew 6, Jesus presupposes that His followers will engage in giving, praying, and fasting. These acts are not merely rituals; they are opportunities for Christians to express gratitude and reliance on God. However, Christ warns against doing these acts for the sake of gaining human approval or recognition. Instead, they should be performed in secret to honor God genuinely. This reflects the Reformed understanding that our actions should be the fruit of an inner transformation by the Holy Spirit, where our motives align with grace and not self-seeking desires.
Scripture References: Matthew 6:2-4, Matthew 6:5-6, Matthew 6:16-18

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