“Then I proclaimed a fast there at the river of Ahava, that we might humble ourselves before our God, to seek from Him the right way for us and our little ones and all our possessions. For I was ashamed to request of the king an escort of soldiers and horsemen to help us against... Continue Reading →
“And Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. So Judah gathered together to ask help from the Lord; and from all the cities of Judah they came to seek the Lord.” II Chronicles 20:3-4 2 Chronicles 20 gives the account of Moab and Ammon attacking... Continue Reading →
“And Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. So Judah gathered together to ask help from the Lord; and from all the cities of Judah they came to seek the Lord.” II Chronicles 20:3-4 2 Chronicles 20 gives the account of Moab and Ammon attacking... Continue Reading →
The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold (Psalm 18:2). Heavenly Father, I lift up the need for safety in the United States. There is so much violence in this world, our children... Continue Reading →
““Now, therefore,” says the Lord, “Turn to Me with all your heart, With fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.” So rend your heart, and not your garments; Return to the Lord your God, For He is gracious and merciful, Slow to anger, and of great kindness; And He relents from doing harm. Who knows if... Continue Reading →
Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends (John 15:13 NIV). Heavenly Father, I lift up the men and women serving the United States in the armed forces. Thank You for their brave service, dedication and sacrifice. Please keep a hedge of protection around each service member. Lord,... Continue Reading →
Jesus tells his disciples that casting out a tough spirit requires prayer and fasting, which they didn't realize before. The boy's dad brings him for help after the disciples failed. This shows it's okay to ask Jesus about our struggles, and highlights the need for a prayer and fasting lifestyle, not just a fix.
For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart (Hebrews 4:12 ESV). Lord, I ask that your gift of discernment be given to... Continue Reading →
“Moreover, when you fast, do not be like the hypocrites, with a sad countenance. For they disfigure their faces that they may appear to men to be fasting. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. But you, when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, so that you do not appear to men to be fasting,... Continue Reading →
The Israelites questioned God about their unrecognized fasting, yet God, through Isaiah, revealed that their hearts were not aligned with Him. True fasting involves serving others, loosening the bonds of wickedness, and addressing community needs. Fasting is not about appearance or seeking recognition; it should foster personal transformation and compassion for others.
