Adventure in prayer begins with new birth
Jn1:12 – “For as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:”
New birth is fundamental for access in prayer
Is a man’s choice that determines his destiny
Jeremiah 23:33-40 – “Thus saith the LORD of hosts, the God of Israel; Behold, I will feed them with that which is good and with the fine of the fat: and I will drink them with the pure blood of the grape. And it shall come to pass in that day, saith the LORD of hosts, that I will cut off from thee the names of the idols, and they shall no more be remembered: and also I will cause the prophets and the unclean spirit to depart out of the land. “
Redemption enables us as creation of choice
When you see the commandment of scriptures as a burden you enact the anger of God
Psalm 63:1 – “O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.”
Fasting is not a burden
Psalm 63:2 – “Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise thee.”
2 Corinthians 4:17 – “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;”
Benefits of Fasting
- Spiritual Empowerment:
Luke 10:19 – “Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.”
Fasting empowers us for overcoming challenges and living a victorious Christian life.
- Outbreak of Revelation:
Isaiah 60:1-3 – “Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising.”
It opens channels for divine revelations, leading to breakthroughs in every area of life.
- Sanctification:
Matthew 17:21 – “Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.”
Fasting aids in spiritual growth and sanctification, preparing us for God’s presence.
- Express Answers to Prayer:
Isaiah 58:8 – “Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rearward.”
Isaiah 48:12 – “Hearken unto me, O Jacob, and Israel my called; I am he; I am the first, I also am the last.”
It accelerates the manifestation of God’s answers to our prayers.
- Divine Guidance:
Psalm 63:1 – “O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.”
Fasting enhances our sensitivity to the Holy Spirit’s guidance.
- Supernatural Flourishing:
Isaiah 55:11 – “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.”
Isaiah 58:14 – “Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rearward.”
It fosters continuous growth and abundance in all areas of life.
The Benefits of Fasting
- Spiritual Empowerment:
2 Corinthians 4:17 – “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;
- Outbreak of Revelation:
Isaiah 60:1-3 – “Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the LORD shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising.”
Psalm 125:3 – “For the rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot of the righteous; lest the righteous put forth their hands unto iniquity.”
It leads to the release of divine light, bringing about breakthroughs.
- Sanctification:
Matthew 17:21 – “Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.”
Fasting helps us to live a holy and sanctified life.
- Express Answers to Prayer:
Isaiah 58:8 – “Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rearward.”
Isaiah 48:12 – “Hearken unto me, O Jacob, and Israel my called; I am he; I am the first, I also am the last.”
It accelerates the manifestation of God’s answers to our prayers.
- Divine Guidance:
Psalm 63:1 – “O God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is; To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.”
Fasting enhances our sensitivity to the Holy Spirit’s guidance.
- Supernatural Flourishing:
Isaiah 55:11 – “So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.”
Isaiah 58:14 – “Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rearward.”
It fosters continuous growth and abundance in all areas of life.
Profitable Approaches to Fasting
- Approach God with Gratitude:
Psalm 100:4 – “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
Matthew 6:9 – “After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.”
Begin your fasting with thanksgiving, praise, and worship, expressing gratitude for access to His throne.
- Engage the Force of Faith:
Matthew 21:22 – “And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.
Mark 11:24 – “Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.
Approach God with unwavering faith, believing that He will answer your prayers according to His will.
- Prioritize Kingdom Advancements:
Matthew 6:10 – “Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
Focus your prayers on advancing God’s kingdom on earth, recognizing that all other desires will be fulfilled as a result.
- Watch for Answers:
Psalm 65:2 – “O thou that hearest prayer, unto thee shall all flesh come.”
