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"if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land." – 2 Chronicles 7:14

Fasting is a sign of humility and acceptance of our sin. Recognizing that we as sinners, need to repent and need spiritual revival. What really is our purpose in fasting. There are a few reasons why people fast and pray. Probably, some would answer, to handle some problems, guidance , spiritual renewal. Some people do it just because they got used to it, some just go with the flow. Being a Christian, i have learned that fasting is not just an ordinary thing that an ordinary man does. It makes a big difference to a person’s spiritual experience when he or she fasts.

Through fasting and prayer we humble ourselves before God so the Holy Spirit will stir our souls, awaken our churches, and heal our land according to 2 Chronicles 7:14. Make this a priority in your fasting

Steps to Successful fasting and prayer

1. Set your objective.What is your purpose in fasting.

2. Make your commitment. What kind of fasting you will undertake.

3. Prepare yourselves spiritually. Confess your sin to the Lord. 1 John 1:9

4. Prepare yourself physically.

• Do not rush into your fast.
• Prepare your body. Eat smaller meals before starting a fast. Avoid high-fat and sugary foods.
• Eat raw fruit and vegetables for two days before starting a fast.

5. Put yourself on a schedule. You have to spend more time with God starting the day with Praise and Worship and reflecting on the word of God.

6. End your fast gradually. Do not immediately eat a lot after fasting. You should eat in small parts, little by little.

7. Lastly, again seek the words of God for spiritual revival.

It is very helpful if each one of us will experience fasting and prayer and get closer to God. We will gain spiritual healing and be a blessing to everyone. This will also edify not only ourselves but we can also be of help to our church and those brothers and sisters around us, because by fasting and praying we can also intercede for them.