The Armoury of Heaven: Prayer and Fasting

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by Melissa Yong

Posted on 8/07/09.
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A look at fasting and its power

There is something about prayer and fasting that taps into great wells of power. It goes beyond logic.

People say that fasting makes our spirits attuned to the spiritual realm. Whatever the reason, biblical and anecdotal evidence of prayer and fasting as a powerful breakthrough tool is overwhelming. It takes discipline, but it's worth it.

Jesus fasted before starting his ministry in Galilee. Read Matthew 4 or Luke 4 and observe the events happening soon after this period of fasting and prayer.
How could fasting and prayer have prepared Jesus for his ministry?

God warned that true fasting must be done with the right attitude and motivation in Isaiah 58:1-14.

What elements in fasting does God look for?

Extra: For more mp3s on prayer, go to www.sermonaudio.com
or the KCM website.

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