Have you ever had an experience you knew was not of this world? I’m talking about something so unique, so specific, that you cannot brush it off as anything other than a supernatural touch from God. Let me give some examples. One day, several years ago, in the middle of a difficult writing project, I … More Experiencing the Supernatural in the Natural – God is Real
Today is a mighty day in Washington, D.C.! People of God, followers of Christ, Yeshua, have gathered on the Washington Mall to repent and pray for America. Speakers, leaders, include Jonathan Cahn, Anne Graham Lotz, and more. There will be a prophetic word for America at 11:00 EST from Jonathan Cahn (2 hours into the … More THE RETURN with Jonathan Cahn – September 26, 2020 – Washington, D.C.
Upon waking this morning, I heard in my spirit, Happy Birthday! My first thought was, it is not my birthday. Then, my spirit snapped awake and I realized that the Lord was saying happy birthday to me as part of His bride, the church! You see, on this remarkable day 1,987 years ago, Zion gave … More Resurrection Day – Birthday of the Bride
For years now, we’ve been hearing teachers from various halls of Christian faith quoting Joel 2:28 and Acts 2:17, declaring that God is pouring out His Spirit upon “all flesh”, meaning all of humanity. They cite examples of cases where non-believers had dreams of Jesus and then came to faith. While these cases are wonderful … More Does God Really Pour His Spirit upon All Flesh? A Review of Joel 2 and Acts 2
Have you ever had a dream you knew was from God? What about a vision? Did you know some, maybe many of you should be expecting dreams from God regularly? If you are not aware of having dreams and visions from the Lord, you are not alone. While I have not taken a poll, I … More The Language of Dreams
Often, I catch myself fretting over the continual cultural slide and division in the United States. The fabric of our American soul is being pulled so hard at both ends, it is thin and close to being torn to shreds in the middle. At least, it seems that way sometimes. One sleepless night recently, I … More The Solution
[We at Faith and Fasting will be fasting 50 hours, one hour for every one of America’s 50 States. We will begin Sunday, Nov 4, at 4:00 PM, and break our fast on election day, Tuesday, Nov 6, at 6:00 PM. We welcome all who are not physically prohibited to join us. Even one meal … More Fasting for November 6, 2018 Election
[At the end of a day fasting for our nation, the Lord reminded me of the lyrics of this beautiful song. The assurance that He will make all things right is so precious, such a comfort. We will stand our ground. He will make it right.] O’Lord Tho times it seems like I’m comin’ undone, this … More O’Lord – Lyrics
[If you have a serious medical condition, you should consult a doctor before fasting.] For those new to fasting, please read through these few ideas I’ve learned over the years to make it an easier and better experience. Make Your Peace With Hunger First things first, prepare yourself mentally and make your peace with the … More How to Fast
In recent years, I’ve heard a teacher I admire suggest several times in interviews that George Washington may have been a “deist” and not necessarily a Christian. This, he claims, is based on the opinion of Washington’s Pastor, who made the original suggestion. Loving the knowledge that our colonies and country, America, were founded by … More George Washington’s Faith – Preview
Good Friday. It is the day of the cross. Those who celebrate the death and resurrection of Christ remember this day as the day He hung on the cross for our sins nearly 2000 years ago. For Jesus, it was the worst day of His human life. A day of torment, utter agony and humiliation. … More Day of the Cross
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Jesus/John 16:33 Last night, I had a terrible time sleeping. Tossing and turning, I felt unrest in body and soul. I told God, ‘I feel braced … More Resist Hate = Embrace Love
Yesterday morning brought one of those unusual God-moments, a touch of love in the midst of my human nonsense. Some will think I am a nut. I am a nut. A nut for the Savior Who loves me no matter what mess I make! My dietary health has been a challenge the last couple of … More Heart of God
Long before this blog began over a year ago, and many times since, I have found myself mourning, weeping, crying out to God for America. For some reason, He has pressed into my soul an urgent passion on behalf of what was (and in His eyes, I believe, still is) His country. As a nation, … More How Do We Save America?
If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from Heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land. II Chronicles 7:14 The solar eclipse that traversed across America today had many Bible teachers warning … More American Restoration Begins In Us
Do you have a relationship that is extra special in your life? A spouse, friend or family member, someone you make time for just because you enjoy the relationship and are blessed by it? How does it feel when you have not seen that person in a while? Something is missing, you feel out of … More You and Me Time
In my youth, I remember hearing often the comforting verse, cast your cares upon Him, for He cares for you (I Peter 5:7). The word care was understood to be some type of burden. At the time, in my young mind I thought a burden was only something that caused worry or sorrow. This morning, … More The Burden of Pride
This week, the Lord convicted me to put my faith to work before the election next Tuesday. He inspired me to fast three days this week, Thursday to Saturday, November 3-5, 2016. The only direction and goal for this fast: His Will Be Done. That is it. His Will Be Done. Why fast before the election? … More Three-Day Fast for America
Hillary Clinton invoked a famous quote in at least two of her speeches now, and it occurred to me to put it into perspective for those who did not recognize the quote or know its true author. The quote is this: “America is great because America is good.” She was quoting Alexis de Tocqueville, famous … More Reexamining a Presidential Debate Quote
For anyone who knows Christ, this is a quick, personal challenge burning in my heart today: Do you find yourself despairing over the atmosphere of our country and the direction she is headed, the division, violence, etc? I know you are praying about it. But, have you fasted yet? Fasting is the ultimate spiritual weapon. According … More Challenge to the People of God
Spoiler alert: this is going to be a strange post about peculiar events in modern day Christian churches. It is just one possible interpretation of those events. No, this really doesn’t have anything to do with fasting. In fact, it is more about eating – at God’s banquet table. Recently, we watched an intriguing and … More Finger of God Documentary
For all who prayed for our country yesterday, and for those who fasted, we pray you had a blessed and meaningful day! Something interesting happened during the day, for me in particular. It was right after I’d spent some time agonizing in prayer. By the way, that happens sometimes when you really pour your heart into it. I … More Takeaways from National Day of Prayer 2016
On this, National Day of Prayer, the Lord led me to Psalm 34. What a beautiful song of praise and assurance as we and so many are fasting and praying for our nation. Be encouraged, read the words of King David and may His lovingkindness touch you today! Psalm 34 I will bless the Lord … More Praise, Peace, and Comfort
To those of you we know, and perhaps a few we don’t, who are fasting the next 24 hours, know you are being prayed for, that God touches your life in powerful and miraculous ways as you seek Him through prayer and fasting on behalf of our country. The suggested prayer requests are printed here again. Of … More Now Fasting, on National Day of Prayer 2016
Tomorrow is National Day of Prayer in America. In our home, we have turned it into a day of fasting and prayer, believing we may have passed the point prayer alone is enough. As for me, I will begin fasting at sunset tonight, May 4th, and finish at sunset tomorrow, May 5th. Today, I am … More Preparing to Fast
This post is a reminder, family of God all over America and beyond, PLEASE join us in praying and fasting for America this coming Thursday, May 5th, 2016, in conjunction with National Day of Prayer! Please see previous post, “How to Fast”, for guidance if you are new to fasting. [From previous posts:] The people … More Fasting for America – Thursday, May 5th, 2016!
[If you have a serious medical condition, you should consult a doctor before fasting.] For those new to fasting, please read through these few ideas I’ve learned over the years to make it an easier and better experience. Make Your Peace With Hunger First things first, prepare yourself mentally and make your peace with the … More How to Fast
Most of us are familiar with the story of Jonah and the whale. You remember, how Jonah didn’t want to do what God asked of him, so God sent along a large fish to swallow Jonah and carry him to the very place he didn’t want to go. Of course, he spent three days and … More Ninevah Fasted and God Spared Disaster
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