By starting each year with a corporate fast, we have found that God meets with us in very unique and special ways. His presence grows greater and greater with each day of the fast. Without fail, He always shows up!
Corporately fasting in January is much the same precept as praying in the morning to establish the will of God for the entire day. I believe that, if we will pray and seek God and give Him our best at the first of the year, He will bless our ENTIRE year! "But seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you" (Matthew 6:33).
Fasting is a principle that God intended for everyone to be able to enjoy. It's not a punishment; it's a privilege! By making fasting a way of life, you can get closer to God and grow in your spiritual walk like never before. Fasting is one of the most powerful weapons God has given us for our daily lives. Through fasting, you can experience a release from the bondage of sin ... restoration in your relationships ... financial blessings ... spiritual renewal ... supernatural healing and so much more!
It is spiritual correct to believe that prayer combined with fasting is a required discipline that helps enfire the believer for greater exploits.
The benefits of prayer and fasting are both physical and spiritual. In fact, this combination is important to believers in every age because it:
Inspires spiritual cleansing through intense contact with the Lord
Makes us more sensitive to the Holy Spirit's leading
Actually creates energy, tightens focus, and unifies groups of people
Promotes healing within the body
Breaks spiritual yokes of bondage
Revives our spirits to serve God.
Another great promise, from the book of Isaiah, proclaims that the chosen fast will "undo the heavy burdens and let the oppressed go free." We are living in tough economic times and I know that so many people are under a financial burden. As we come together to fast and pray, I am believing that your burdens will be lifted and that financial blessings will be released into your life!
You will be free in Jesus name!
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