New Wine in Old Wineskin

I. Addressing the Timing for Fasting

A. Context
Matthew 9:14-15
Ecclesiastes 3:1
Acts 13:2-3

II. Patchwork on Garments & New Wine in Old Wineskins

Matthew 9:16-17a
John 10:10
Hebrews 8:13

III. The Process of Embracing New Life (Matthew 9:17b)

A. God’s Spirit moves when we align our practices
with His purpose
Joel 2:12-13; 2:18-19; 2:27-29
B. The role of fasting in renewal
Isaiah 58:4-8
C. Let go and let God
Psalm 51:10
Ephesians 4:15-16