Friends, in the midst of coronavirus (COVID-19) fear and panic rippling round the world, let’s activate God’s Task Force: the prayer warriors! Many are already uniting together in spirit to pray for the people in their communities and countries. We want to take this opportunity to join them here on Faith and Fasting. Speaking of … More God’s Coronavirus Task Force: A Call to Prayer and Fasting
In recent months I’ve seen teaching online telling the people of God that Paul wanted women silent in church, and were not permitted to teach. Today, I want to reexamine scripture, dig a little deeper, and together discern what it really means in relation to this controversial subject. In truth, some versions of the Bible … More Should Women Be Silent In Church?
MAR 9.17-18 And one of the multitude answered and said, Master, I have brought to You my son, who has a dumb spirit; And wherever it overtakes him, it tears at him: and he foams, and gnashes with his teeth, and pines away: and I spoke to Your disciples that they should cast it out; … More The Importance of Fasting – A Comparison of Mark 9:29 in English Bible Translations
People of God, do you need a fresh wind of the Holy Spirit to blow through your soul? Awake, and soak in the incomparable presence of our Bridegroom. You will find refreshment and joy! Praise is a mighty victory, a place of pure love and power. Arm yourself against complacency, against Hell’s attacks, by having … More The Power of Praise
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 many, if not all of the people of God 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 … More Learning the Language of Dreams from the Holy Spirit
God used dreams and visions many times in both Old and New Testaments, for many purposes. He gave them to rulers, prophets, apostles, and to ordinary people like you and me! In one sense, all dreams or visions are a source of knowledge and revelation, for different purposes. The most important of all, to identify … More Purpose of Dreams and Visions in the Bible
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
An inspiration today in the middle of fasting for America: We’ve got to take back our public college campuses for Christ. For truth! If America is to remain strong going forward, her people must raise and nurture youth to carry on who understand Whose nation we are, and the Biblical principles that made her strong. … More We Need a Movement to Fast and Pray for American Colleges and Universities
For us at Faith and Fasting, today will round out 50 hours fasting for the American election on this day, November 6, 2018. God said the prayers of the righteous are very effective (James 5:16), and Jesus revealed praying and fasting is the way to rid a stubborn evil spirit (Mark 9:29), making it the … More Fasting on Election Day 2018
Our 50 hour fast began a few hours ago. We took time this evening to pray in general for all races in our 50 States: Representatives, Senators and Governors. We prayed that God would show favor to those who 1) know Him and are sincerely surrendered to Him and 2) whose agenda and policies are … More Fasting and Praying for Election Begun
[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
8 Don’t get angry [literally, Hold back from anger; Abandon wrath]. Don’t be ·upset [worried; angry]; it only leads to ·trouble [or evil]. 9 Evil people will be ·sent away [literally, cut off], but those who ·trust [wait/pin their hope on] the Lord will inherit the land. 10 In a little while the wicked will be no more. You may … More Trusting in Troubled Times
What must it be like to be accused of something you did not do? To be accused of doing evil when you’ve done nothing wrong? To have powerful leaders plotting to take you down, when you are an innocent force for good? There are some today in America, and perhaps where you live, who no … More Nothing to Hide
There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him: a proud look, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies and a person who stirs up conflict in the community. … More Time to Fast and Pray
I’ve never given much thought to the book of Judges in the Bible before. It is not a book often referenced from American pulpits, at least not in my Protestant experience. What inspired me to even read Judges recently was a dream. It was very short but went like this: I was in a public … More Restoration of God’s People and Their Land – A Pattern in Judges
[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
Every moment a follower of Christ spends praying and fasting is a mighty day in Heaven and on earth. Maximum spiritual power is turned on through fasting, Jesus revealed this secret in Matthew 17:21 and Mark 9:29 (“this kind only goes out by prayer and fasting“). Today I will simply share how we prayed this … More Fasting and Praying for America – Nat’l Day of Prayer 2018
[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
National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 3! Faith and Fasting friends, will you join me in not just praying, but also FASTING for our nation this Thursday? Never in the history of our beautiful land have we needed more for the people of God to unite in prayer and fasting. Our President, White House staff, Cabinet … More Prayer and FASTING on National Day of Prayer 2018
Before the time of Christ, the leaders of Jerusalem and Israel were expecting a conquering King to rise up for the nation, to make it great again. They did not get what they expected. Those who know Old Testament prophecy may remember the prophet, Isaiah, had centuries before the time of Christ proclaimed that the … More The Bridegroom
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
So, then, be careful how you live. Do not be unwise but wise, making the best use of your time because the times are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. Stop getting drunk with wine, which leads to wild living, but keep on being filled with the Spirit. … More Holy Spirit Transforms Remnant into Living Menorah
Hello, friends of Faith and Fasting! Happy New Year! My prayer and encouragement is broadly for the people of God today, not just in America, but around the world. God’s precious people fill the whole earth, just as Isaiah prophesied they would some day, after the Redeemer had, well, redeemed them. The followers of Messiah, … More 2 Chronicles 7:14 – How to Change a Country for Good
This is written to counter a recent article circulating the net claiming the people of God should expect Elijah to come back to earth before the Return of Christ. It is not the first time I have heard this teaching, and it is false! Realize, it is important to challenge such teaching, for if we … More Will Elijah Come Again? No, Elijah has already come.
Healing… before the Cross/Resurrection: In the Gospels, before the Cross, healing was apparently used mainly as a tool of evangelism, to draw the people and convince them of the power in Christ, His divinity. Christ, Himself, healed ALL who came to Him. In addition, He gave each of the twelve disciples the gift of healing … More A Study on Healing in the New Testament
[Readers, this post is very informal, and may not be final. It is my personal notes from studies I did on September 23, October 5, and October 21, on Revelation 12.] 9/23/2017 September 23, 2017, was a day the constellations demonstrated the Revelation 12 passage: REV 12.1 And there appeared a great wonder in heaven; … More Revelation 12 Study
“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
14 `You are the light of the world, a city set upon a mount is not able to be hid; 15 nor do they light a lamp, and put it under the measure, but on the lamp-stand, and it shines to all those in the house; 16 so let your light shine before men, that they may see your good … More Praying for America, City on a Hill
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
Happy belated Thanksgiving, America! I hope and pray your holiday was blessed. Watching the news this morning, I was inspired to once again make a plea to prayer for the President-elect and the appointment of his cabinet and important positions of power. Trump’s presidency will only be as wise and effective as are the men … More Praying for All the President’s Men and Women
[Note: Regardless our personal political leanings, I believe God is able to intervene in the selection of leaders, and in their decisions. At other times He allows us to reap what we have sown. Having said this, there was evidence of His intervention in the American election last November… and thus, this post is for your … More Divine Intervention in Election 2016?
Prayer Warriors and friends of Faith and Fasting, I appeal to you today to NOT stop praying for our country just because the election is over. In every way, this is a crucial time of transition and it will be important for us to cover the transition teams (on both sides) in prayer. Cabinet members are … More Praying for American Transition
Friends of Faith and Fasting, please continue praying for America as we prepare to begin a new chapter. I believe the most important thing we can do today and in coming weeks is to ask the Lord for peace in our land. The election was stunning to all, no matter your choice. Some are celebrating. Some … More Pray for Peace
The below was re-posted on Faith and Fasting hours before the 2016 election returns began… [This post was originally published on April 26, 2016. It seems important today.] 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 … More Fasting Changes God’s Mind: Jonah and Ninevah
In Matthew 17, Jesus scolds the disciples for their lack of faith when they could not cast out a demon. Next, He reveals the biggest secret to maximum spiritual power – the state in which nothing would be beyond His followers’ reach: prayer AND FASTING. mt.17.14-21 And when they came to the multitude, there came to Him a … More No Greater Power
Hello, my friends! Today was a bit of a first for me in my over 20 years of periodic fasting experience. I had to stop early. This morning, after nearly 60 hours of fasting, I could barely get out of bed and felt if I stood up, I would faint. I did not want to … More Fasting for America – Day 3 of 3 -Conclusion
It has now been 50 hours since I began fasting for America before the elections. I was so encouraged late yesterday upon hearing more people are fasting. The prayer warriors from a local church prayer ministry, and another dear friend will all be fasting Sunday through Tuesday. Isn’t that exciting? It is not too late … More Fasting for America – Day 3 of 3 – Praying for the Election 2016
Well, I don’t know about you, but Day 1 went well for me overall. I did struggle with a headache in the evening, but went to bed early and woke up refreshed and renewed this morning. In my experience, fasting reveals areas we were out of balance in our diets. If we eat too much … More Fasting for America – Day 2 of 3 – Prayers that Break Curses
As announced a couple of days ago, I began a 3-day fast Wednesday at 6:00 PM (last night) for the election in America. So, this is the first full day. I woke up happy, joyful. That sounds odd, I know. It is not that I love avoiding food, but I dearly adore the closeness I feel … More Fasting for America – Day 1 of 3
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
Joel 2:15-18 Pray to the Lord 15 Blow the trumpet at Zion. Call for a special meeting. Call for a special time of fasting. 16 Bring the people together. Call for a special meeting. Bring together the old men, the children, and the small babies still at their mothers’ breasts. Let the bride and her new husband … More A Time to Fast
Want to see the power of God in your life, in your home? Need to break old habits, sin you cannot overcome, gain understanding in a situation that has eluded you, and much more? Fast. Start with one meal a week, and work your way up as the Spirit leads. When we fast, we turn … More Isaiah 58: God’s Manual For Fasting
Please be a part of prayer and fasting for America on Thursday, May 5, 2016, in conjunction with National Day of Prayer. America needs help. Division and violence grow near and far. The people of God know the truth: He is our only hope. This is a grass roots effort, calling the people of God to spiritual … More Fasting For America on May 5, 2016 – National Day of Prayer
Some time ago, we had a young girl come stay with us. Her family sent her in hopes a trip away would help her, for she had been ‘visited’ many months by an unwelcome spirit posing as a scary woman out of a childhood fairytale, or nightmare. Not surprisingly, accompanying the spiritual oppression were real, … More Victory Over A Demon Through Fasting
We are at the place where prayer alone is not enough. It is time for us to do more. … More Fasting For America on May 5th
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