- What is Fasting? Fasting is God’s call on us to give up something of value to gain something of greater value. Fasting is the fastest way to receive anything from God. Isaiah 58:6
- How do I know if God is calling me to fast? Simple. When your desire for
something from God is greater than your desire for food, God id calling you to fast. Math 6:16 - How long should I fast? How hungry are you? You fast according to your
Spiritual hunger. The leadership at CCB is calling our church to a 21-day
breakthrough fast. Isaiah 58:9 - What can I eat, drink? God will show you. There are several kinds of Fasts. (1) a complete fast-water and Juice only (2) Partial fast, water, juices, fruits and veggies. Isaiah 58:11
- Can I live on water and juice only. Will I die? No, you won’t die. You can live on just water and Juice for 40 days; this is only 21 days. Isaiah 58:11
- What practical suggestions can you give? Matt. 6:17
A. Physically
-Drink lots and lots of water
-Drink juices in the morning, it will raise your blood pressure
-Eliminate or modify your workout schedule
-When you feel hunger pains (the first 7 days only) your stomach is shrinking.
-Watch your breath, use breath mints.
-Headaches are normal
-Be careful when you break a fast. Don’t go out and get a steak, come back slowly, eat one meal the first day then two the next for a few days then eat when you are hungry
B. Spiritually
-When fasting spend more time reading the word then Praying.
-Journal to narrow your focus, track your progress,
Record what God is saying to you.
-Follow the Antioch model (Acts 13:1-3) (1) Minister to The Lord, (2) listen to and receive instructions from the Lord. (3) obey the Lord.
-Log your answers to prayer
- How to Maximize your Fast.
F-A-S-T
F- Focus, Narrow your focus
A- Activate your receptors
S- Seek the fulfillment of the promises of God while you fast
T- Track the results
Isaiah 58:8. Isaiah 58:12