EMPOWERING LIVES WITH PURPOSE
We spoke in yesterday’s devotion about prayer and intercession, and today, we look at Esther, who demonstrated maturity and wisdom in declaring a fast. Esther 4:16-17.
There was a situation beyond her control, and only a breaking in the spirit and a strategy from God would bring the deliverance her people needed. She called for a fast.
Fasting is a spiritual discipline God established to achieve breakthroughs in our lives and the lives of others. Have you considered a fast for a purpose?
Before we attempt to do great things for the Lord, we should take time out to fast. Our choices must become fully influenced by the power of the Holy Spirit directing us.
There’s a battle going on out there; the devil is out for blood. Nations are raging. People are in need of heavy prayer to the Lord. It was true in Esther’s day, and it’s true for each of us today.
Consider a fast and go into prayer before making that “choice” that is pressing on you. Be certain it’s God leading you, not your own feelings…fast and pray for something strong or heavy on your heart. There are results in fasting before God.