January 5, 2014

1. Our 21-DAY PRAYER AND FASTING season starts TODAY! Every one is strongly encouraged to heed the Holy Spirit’s call to prayer. Each one is also passionately motivated to add some fasting (abstinence from food) so as to give one’s prayer some extra power for extra effectiveness. You may choose the type of fasting that is best suited for you. But put some element of sacrifice to show God how serious you are. This season of prayer and fasting may be your key to the biggest breakthrough in your life so far! 2. Ignite a greater fire in your prayer life. Be there at the PRAYER POWER gathering. January 10 (Friday), 7- 10 PM @ The Lighthouse- Victoria. Don’t miss this life-changing event! FASTING Fasting means voluntary abstention from food for spiritual purposes. Fasting is a custom ordained by God. Jesus statement “when you fast…” implies He expected us to fast (Matt 6:16-17) Possible Results of Fasting: (1) Restoration of your "first love" for your Lord; (2) A more intimate relationship with Christ; (3) Humility; (4) Transformed life; (5) The Word of God coming alive in your heart; (6) Powerful and effective prayer; (6) Spiritual revival; (7) Experience of signs, wonders, and miracles; (8) Greater love for other people. How to begin a fast: You can begin by asking yourself certain questions: (1) What is the Lord directing me?; (2) Will this be a normal, total, or partial fast?; (3) How long will it last?; (4) Are my motives correct?; (5) What do I want to accomplish through this fast?; (6) Will it glorify God? Once a decision is made, you must insist on keeping your commitment to God. For beginners, it is not recommended to start a long fast. Preparations before fasting: (1) Cut off on heavy cola and coffee drinking one week before the fast; (2) Prepare spiritually: prayer, righteous living; (3) Prepare your Bible, notebook and pen. During fasting: (1) Spend time for prayer, Bible reading and meditation, worship, recording insights or revelations; (2) No strenuous activities; (3) Ask God for protection from satanic attacks or disturbances in your family; (4) Breaking the fast and eating hurriedly could cause be harmful to your health.