Fasting and Prayer: 21-Day Challenge
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*Resource from 21 Days. Church of the Highlands*
HOW TO BEGIN YOUR FAST
Step 1: Set Your Objective
Through fasting and prayer we humble ourselves before God so the Holy Spirit will stir our souls, awaken our churches, and heal our land according to 2 Chronicles 7:14. Make this a priority in your fasting.
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HOW TO BEGIN YOUR FAST
Step 2: Make Your Commitment
Before you fast, decide the following up front:
Making these commitments ahead of time will help you sustain your fast when physical temptations and life's pressures tempt you to abandon it.
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Step 3: Prepare Yourself Spiritually
Here are several things you can do to prepare your heart:
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Step 4: Prepare Yourself Physically
Physical preparation makes the drastic change in your eating routine a little easier so that you can turn your full attention to the Lord in prayer.
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DURING YOUR FAST
Step 5: Put Yourself on a Schedule
When possible, begin and end each day on your knees (if you are married and/or have kids, include them in this time) for a brief time of praise and thanksgiving to God.
*Longer periods of time with our Lord in prayer and study of His Word are often better spent alone.*
HERE ARE SOME IDEAS TO WRITE INTO YOUR DAY TO DAY SCHEDULE:
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ENDING YOUR FAST
Step 6: End Your Fast Gradually
Depending on what you fast, it is a good idea to end your fast gradually.
If you are fasting meals or specific main parts of your meal, gradually return to regular eating with several small snacks during the first few days.
---------------Step 7: Expect Results
If you sincerely humble yourself before the Lord, repent, pray, and seek God's face; if you consistently meditate on His Word, you will experience a heightened awareness of His presence (John 14:21).
The Lord will give you fresh, new spiritual insights. Your confidence and faith in God will be strengthened. You will feel mentally, spiritually, and physically refreshed. You will see answers to your prayers.