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Livin’ On A Prayer
Today marks the halfway point of our 21 days of prayer and fasting. I don’t know about you, but I am loving the way the Bible is coming alive to me. I am feeling closer to God than ever before and more empowered to do His will.
Whatever you have chosen to fast, don’t give up! Don’t give in! We are not a weak generation who makes a commitment and does not follow through.
Yes, fasting is difficult. That’s why it’s called a spiritual discipline. If it were easy, it wouldn’t be hard. Yes, I know that’s deep. But, do you want something in your life that was easy to come by and did not cost you anything? NO!
Let’s dig in for the final stretch. Draw close to Father God. Dig into His Word.
Let’s finish strong. You can do it!
While we’re on the subject, I want to challenge everyone. Take a moment and leave me a comment about what God is doing in your life during this fast. I want to celebrate with you.
Pastor Bryan,
God has been giving me clarity as to what my true gifts are. I now know more than ever I am a servant. I enjoy serving others.
I have a greater peace in my spirit knowing that I am doing what I have been called to do.
Starting a new small group has helped me draw nearer to God. Being closer has given me clearer direction.
I am so blessed to work here. You have not judged me and have given me correction. I am making better choices. I am a long way from perfect and during this fast It has been reveled to me that He knows we are not perfect and He can work with that. God knows us inside and out and He allows us to fall so He can pick us up, brush off our knees and get us moving in the right direction again.
He’s been teaching me how to “declutter” my life. Not physically of course, but spiritually, emotionally,and even in relationships with others. Teaching me how to guard my thoughts, beliefs, and connections and pointing out to me what I need to break away from.
Been feeling the need to stay as secluded as possible. I’m guessing just maybe God has placed that desire in me during this time so that I would be more prone to stop, and just listen for His voice. I’ve been doing that alot and I have to say I feel SO much closer to Him than I have in a long while.
For the first time, I don’t feel so excited for the fast to end. I want to carry this spirit and connection and intimacy with God past the 21 days for sure.