Fast & Pray LORD I worship, praise and adore You. Thanks for Your continued protection, grace, mercy and favor over my life, children, grands, seed afar off from generation to generation; including other relatives, friends, neighbors, co-workers including those I do not know. Forgive me LORD for all my sins, shortcomings, thoughts and ways displeasing to You. My desire is to present my body, soul and spirit as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to You.
LORD I have a list of specific requests in need of breakthroughs. You said in C Continue to renew our minds in Christ so that we know your Word, do what is right pleasing in Your sight and perfect will. Not conforming ourselves to the patterns of this world (Romans 12:1-2). Fasting is primarily sustaining from food however may include tv, social media or other identified substance for Fasting. A guide to help with Fasting is at the end of blog.
In Fasting we should crave, depend on and be excited about our Spiritual food of praise, worship, prayer, meditating, resting in Christ and more; like we crave for our favored foods that may include meat, rice, beans, collard greens, salads, cakes, pies, ice cream and more for our physical nourishment and pleasure despite some may be unhealthy.
Again God wants us to be submissive with humility in His presence while seeking intimacy. Therefore in Jesus’ presence when Fasting & Praying He fills us with His power, discernment, Word, strength, instruction, wisdom, assurance, comfort, peace, love, protection, help, joy and more. Then He hears and answers your prayers and mine. The LORD also takes us to higher heights in Him.
Fasting & Praying goes hand-in-hand. When Fasting you and I ought to know our purpose (s) of Fasting, have a Prayer list and/or know the reason (s) for Fasting. The purpose of this Inspirational Blast to Fasting & Praying is for me and hopefully can help you too and others.
Praying according to a portion of James 5:16 “The prayer of a righteous” the one who is seeking God-the one who lives to please God-this “Person’s prayer is powerful and effective.” The key to “Powerful and effective prayer” is praying according to God’s will. “ As we continue to grow in Christ through prayer-a conversation with God, reading scriptures, googling topics of interest for clearer understanding of what God is saying to us or read/meditate on scriptures from a Study Bible.
Then 1 John 5:14-15 gives us a clearer understanding of “Powerful and effective prayers.” he says, “And this is the confidence that we have in Him, that, if we ask any thing according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of Him. First Peter 3:12
“For the Eyes of the LORD are over the righteous, and His Ears are open unto their prayers: but the Face of the LORD is against them that do evil. Yes, we mess-up. When we sin, we are to repent and confess our sins. Then God will turn His Ears toward our cries. Sometimes not as quick as we like because we are being perfected (cleaned up for Christ, becoming more pure in righteousness for eternal life). Another confirmation 1 John 1:9 “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”
My Prayer (short version): O LORD I adore, honor and worship You. Only You is worthy of all the praise and all the glory. There is none like You. Then thanks for Your grace, mercy and love for me, my house, all of my family, friends, co-workers, all people, nations and the USA & territories. LORD please forgive me, my house, all my family, friends and everyone for our sins. Forgive us as the church, the body of Christ for not letting our lights shine as they should have, forgive us as a nation in our disobedience and falling away from You. The failure to operate in love. The greatest two commandments that covers the ten commandments You gave Moses for the people to live by. We pray for those who say they know You, but don’t. We pray for those that have fallen by the way. We speak restoration. We pray for those of disbelief and say, “I don’t need you.” You desire all to be saved and none lost. So we thank You for-forgiveness over and over again.
We thank You for the remnant and intercessors that are constantly praying for the nation, our government and the world. You heard us O God and have turned the situation around for the believer and unbeliever. “No weapon” to include violence, intimidations, schemes, tricks, lies or deceit shall prosper according to Your Word, LORD. Your protection scriptures includes Isaiah 54:7, 2 Thessalonians 3:3 and Psalm 46:1. Father we trust Your continue work on our behalf for a safe and fair elections. In Your Son, Jesus’ Name we pray, Amen! As always love, blessings and your comments are always welcome! #peace, #love, #hope, #blessings, #deliverance, #belief, #Salvation #meditate and #praise. #Neatbooks4u #YourDestiny, #Your Best
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ALWAYS CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR OR MEDICAL CARE PROVIDER PRIOR TO FASTING TO AVOID ANY HEALTH CONCERNS
By Heather Riggleman
FASTING
It is suggested to put self on a schedule. Set aside ample time to be alone with the LORD. Listen to His leading. The more time you spend with Him, the more meaningful your fast will be.
Morning: Begin your day with praise and worship. Read and meditate on God’s Word. Invite the Holy Spirit to work in you and ask to be mindful of His presence. Pray for God’s vision and empowerment to do his will.
Noon: Return to prayer and God’s Word. If possible, take a short prayer walk. Journal what you sense God speaking to you.
Evening: Get alone with God and seek Him. Spend time in intercessory prayer for your community and our nation’s leaders, for the world’s unreached millions, for your family or other needs.
What Is the Daniel Fast?
Daniel abstained from meat, bread, wine, and oils for his skin for 21 days (Daniel 10:3; Daniel 9:3).
What Is a Partial Fast?
A partial fast is also known as a three-day spiritual fast. We see examples of Daniel and his friends eating veggies, fruit, and drinking water for ten days. They used this fast to honor God while in captivity. Others fasted using different lengths of time and how. This fast could last from part of a day to an entire day to several days or weeks (Esther 4:16; Joel 2:12; Ezra 8:21-23; Jonah 3:5-9).
What Is a Liquid Fast?
In this type of fast, there is no intake of solid foods. All food is replaced with liquids. Liquids can be consumed at any time. Make sure that you drink plenty of water, and you may also include fruit juices, vegetable juices, herbal teas, smoothies, smooth soups, and broth.
What Is a 40-Day Fast?
A complete fast is no food or water for a certain length of time. Jesus and Moses took it to the extreme. Both fasted for 40 days. (Exodus 34:28; Matthew 4:2).
What Is a Fast from Sex?
Before men went to war in biblical times, they sometimes abstained from sex wither their wives to fast. The New Testament also reveals to us that abstaining from sex (to fast) is a good thing to do when a couple decides on it together (1 Corinthians 7:5). This type of fast from pleasurable things short-circuits our tendency to lose appreciation for them. No matter how good something makes us feel, over time we take it for granted and lose the thrill.
What Is a Fast from Social Media, TV, Spending Money?
Sometimes the world gets a grip on us. Picking up our phones instead of our Bibles. Turning to wine instead of Christ to help us unwind. Zoning out on Netflix for hours on end instead of going to God with what we’re trying to numb ourselves from. I truly believe this is the enemy’s best and greatest tactic—to get us to turn to anything or anyone except Christ. Fasting from these things on a regular basis brings the presence of God back into focus. One can fast from any of these for any period of time.
Things to Avoid while FASTING & PRAYING
Fasting is not about weight loss or causing health complications or marriage issues. Anytime a fast is being seriously considered, look at the calendar to ensure you won’t be doing anything to jeopardize your fast. It’s not a good idea to fast while taking the family to Disney World. It’s not a good idea of fast from sex unless you have the support of your partner. While you fast: Avoid drugs, even natural herbal drugs, and homeopathic remedies. Medication should be withdrawn only with your doctor’s supervision. Limit your activity. Exercise moderately.
If you sincerely humble yourself before the Lord, repent and seek God’s face, you will experience breakthrough and his presence. Fasting and prayer are difficult, and it takes time to build spiritual muscles. Consider starting small. If you fail to make it through your first fast, do not be discouraged. You may have tried to fast too long the first time out. Fasting changes us for the better.
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