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Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us…” Ephesians 3:20

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Fasting from Meat, Fish, Poultry, Sugar & Unnecessary Spending

January 2 through February 10, 2023

40 Day Fasting and Prayer Guide

What is fasting?

Fasting is abstaining from physical nourishment for spiritual purposes. This is a voluntary act that a person does or is asked to do for specific spiritual reasons.

What accompanies a fast?  

• Prayer--- 1 Corinthians 7:5 
  
• Confession--- Nehemiah 9:1-2, 1 Samuel 7:6 
  
• Humbling of self-- Jonah 3:5-9 
  
• Reading of Scripture---Jeremiah 36:6-7
  

Benefits of fasting

• To serve the Lord (Luke 2:36-37)
  
• To minister to God (Zechariah 7:5)
  
• To sanctify oneself (Psalms 35:13)
  
• To cause God to relent/change his mind (Jonah 3:5,10)
  
• To manifest power over demons (Matthew 17:21)
  
• To receive instructions, revelation, wisdom, etc. (Dan 9:2-3, 21-22)
  
• To break bondages (Isaiah 58:6)
  

These are some occasions for fasting 

• Anxiety (Daniel 6:18-20) 
  
• Approaching danger (Ester 4:16)  
  
• Grief (II Samuel 12:16)  
  
• National repentance (I Samuel 7:5-6)  
  
• Sad news (Nehemiah 1:4) 
  
• Sacred ordination (Acts 13:3) 
  
• Private afflictions (I Samuel 1)
  

What am I asked to sacrifice during our fast?

Adults—For 40 days we will eat vegetables, grains and fruit. Please drink only water or milk for your cereal. Consult with your doctor regarding your ability to fast with us. We are also fasting from unnecessary spending. Pray and ask God to give you wisdom and discernment on your resources. Refrain from eating out, buying clothing, etc. Save up your savings and work your way out of debt.

Things we should do while we are fasting  

• Seek God through daily spending time reading His word, studying, memorizing, and living the scriptures (Quiet time with God).
  
• Set a Goal to read the entire Bible in a Year: Read 3 Chapters a day and 5 Chapters on Sunday.  
  
• Encourage those around you and Live Prayerfully.  
  
• Attend Sunday Service and Wednesday Service.  
  
• Attend Noon Day Prayer at ECC Monday - Friday
  

Why are we fasting as a church?

Pray 3 times a day concerning:

• Spiritual cleansing
  
• Vision and direction for our lives and the lives of families
  
• Divine protection and Divine Wisdom
  
• Souls to be saved this year
  
• ECC to grow spiritually, numerically, financially, Leadership Growth
  
• Pastor and his family
  
• The families of the church, new ministries, and be full of grace
  
• God’s blessings on our personal finances (increase)
  
• Personal spiritual growth and increase
  
• Healing for those sick among us
  
• Leave old habits and sin behind and receive a fresh start
  
• Anything you want to add to this list that concerns you
  

Fasting is an act of Obedience! We challenge you to say yes, follow through and let’s go to the next level!

“Howbeit THIS KIND goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.” Matthew 17:21 Answered Prayer During and After the Fast .

It is important to journal each day to capture answered prayer during and after the fast.

If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14

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