Prayer & Fasting: The month of January is one that Christians typically recognize the need and benefit of fasting. Here are just a couple of scriptures that relate to fasting: And I set my face unto the Lord God, to seek by prayer and supplications, with fasting, and sackcloth, and ashes (Daniel 9:3). And he said unto them, This kind can come forth by nothing, but prayer and fasting (Mark 9:29). As you commit yourself to fasting this month, it is important to remember some of the basic fundamental principles. ~To cut back on eating without including the significance of prayer and consecration, is simply going on a diet. ~The quality of the fast is more important than the quantity. Use wisdom. ~There should be specific purpose as well as an anticipation for your fast. ~It should not be visibly obvious that you are fasting. Neither does it need to be announced for attention. (Matthew 6:16-18) ~Even if you have become contemporary in your faith, some things that are considered old school still have value. (i.e. just turn the tv off sometimes, limit or avoid social media, and how about just staying off of the phone for awhile). A fast can serve many purposes. How you choose to fast and your purpose for fasting is between you and God. Some people need to focus and gain clarity of vision for 2015, some people have habits and strongholds that need the power of prayer & fasting to be broken, and others just need to gain victory over things that prevent them from moving forward...whether it is spiritually, physically, or financially. In either case, ALWAYS include the element of prayer and consecration in your fast. Learn the benefit of being quiet before the Lord. Find scriptures relevant to the areas that you need victory in. Take the time to study and meditate on these scriptures. Learn to eliminate distractions and time-stealers. I wish you the best on your journey to become all that God has purposed for you to be. Peace & Blessings, ~Charletta
Posted on: Mon, 12 Jan 2015 05:05:38 +0000
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