Prayer Coach
Before embarking on a season of fasting and prayer, it is essential to understand their spiritual purposes.
a) Fasting humbles us before God (Isaiah 58:6)
Fasting is an act of humbling ourselves and submitting to God’s will, acknowledging our dependence on Him.
b) Prayer aligns our will with God’s (Matthew 6:10)
Prayer is not just asking for our desires but aligning our hearts and minds with God’s will.
c) Fasting and prayer bring deliverance (Matthew 17:21)
Certain situations and spiritual battles require the combined power of fasting and prayer to overcome.
d) They strengthen our faith (Mark 9:29)
Fasting and prayer build spiritual muscles, helping us to grow in faith and trust in God’s power.
e) Biblical Example: Jesus’ Fast in the Wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11)
Jesus fasted and prayed for 40 days, preparing Himself for ministry and resisting the temptation of the enemy.
