In Matthew 6:16 Jesus said “when” we fast. Thus, He was expecting His followers to fast. He also said that our Father in heaven will reward us for fasting in secret. The following are some principles related to the spiritual discipline of fasting.

Presently I am involved in ministering to many high-level pastors, church and marketplace leaders with a vision of seeing New York City transformed by the Gospel of Christ, but it wasn’t always this way. It took me almost fifteen years to have this perspective and passion. This article details my theological journey during that time.

Listen to Bishop Mattera preach at the Northeast Regional Great Commission Conference in New York, NY on "How to Think Biblically and Speak Secularly" (From October 2, 2009)

Often, we are so busy that we don’t notice the “burning bush” of God’s presence attempting to speak and lead us in the paths of righteousness. Many times our busyness hinders us from hearing the voice of God. This message on the spiritual disciplines of solitude and silence aims to help us practice the presence of God in the midst of a culture of noise and distractions.

Satan is the author of rebellion, which is the root of all sin. He rebelled against God’s rule and continues to rebel against God’s rule through willing people who rebel against spiritual authority. This is the major way churches are divided and even destroyed. The following are eight ways Satan deceives people into dividing or weakening local churches.

Listen as Bishop Mattera delivers a Valentine's Day message on Biblical Love for Your Key Relationships.