My Fast Is Over
Posted: 2/8/2012
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Over the past 21 days, I’ve been fasting. Specifically, my diet has been governed by what many call a ‘Daniel fast.’ Basically, I’ve eaten most like a vegetarian and it was TOUGH! WHY would I put myself through this? What would possess me to resist dairy, meat, sugar, yeast, and other ingredients? This was a spiritual, physical, and emotional journey between me and God.
Spiritually…
- I prayed for a deepening in my own spiritual life.
- I sought for God’s power to be over the ministries of Crosswalk in 2012.
- I asked God for clarity regarding our next bold vision.
Emotionally…
- I asked God to clean out wrong appetites or tendencies that I’m not even aware of.
- I prayed for discipline mentally and a growing sense of focus.
Physically…
- I anticipated a healthy re-boot to my metabolism.
- I asked God to take me to another level of healthy living.
- I prayed for some new patterns that would emerge even after the fast.
For me, this fast was a way to experience some BENEFITS toward the Lord!
- Greater dependence on God.
- Growing sensitivity to his Spirit.
- A heightened hunger for God’s Word.
- Intense appreciation for the good gifts God gives us.
Though the fast has now ended, I’m so thankful for the past 21 days. I am eager to see how God uses it to further HIS agenda and HIS church, specifically Crosswalk!