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
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
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
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
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
FAITH AND FASTING 