BIBLICAL FASTING

Bible Study Outline
Spiritual Life of a Christian     Series I     

Fasting as spiritual discipline is self-denial of things you cherish, do regularly or enjoy for specified period


                             

 REV'D G. S. Adeyemo

Overview
The Lord is leading us through a vital Bible Study Series that will by the surpassing grace of God revitalize our spiritual life. It is only those who are spiritually sound that can enjoy God, see clear vision and understand. They that are spiritually healthy will study the Bible with understanding,  seek the face of God with prayer and fasting. They are those who can affect society for the glory of God. Matthew. 5:6; Psl 42:1; Jer. 29:13; 2Chro. 15:2; Matth. 17:21
In today's series, our attention will be on Fasting. What is fasting? What are the types of fasting? Who can fast and how can we fast? What are the rewards of fasting? These and many more questions about fasting will be addressed in the course of study.

I. What is fasting? 
According to Wikipedia, "Fasting is the willing abstinence or reduction from some or all food, drink, or both, for a period of time."
In your own understanding, define fasting.
Fasting as spiritual discipline is self-denial of things you cherish, do regularly or enjoy for specified period. Luke 2 tells the story of an 84-year-old prophetess named Anna. Verse 37 says, “She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.” That was her way of showing her love for God. It is an evidence of spiritual intimacy with God.

II. Types of Fasting Deut. 9:9,18; Ezr. 10:6; Esth. 4:16; Exo. 34:28; Matth. 4:1,2; Luk. 4:1,2; Act. 9:9; Deut. 10:2-3; Dan. 1:12; 1Cor. 7:3-6
Dry fasting
Water fasting
Partial fasting
Supernatural fasting 1Kings 19:8
Mention other types of fasting that you know

III. Reasons for fasting
"Fasting is a biblical way to truly humble yourself in the sight of God. It enables the Holy Spirit to reveal your true spiritual condition, resulting in brokenness, repentance, and a transformed life."
Other reasons for fasting include:
Deeper knowledge of God
More workers in God's Vineyard
Divine intervention
IV. What Fasting is Not (Read Isaiah 58)
It is not alternative to prayer
Not meant to threaten God
Not for revenge on perceived foes
Not hunger strike

Practical Life of Fasting
Your fasting must be purpose-driven and Holy Spirit-led.
Do not compete with others on fasting. Congregational or public fastings in the Bible are focused on common goal. 
You can not impress God with fasting if your life negates the righteousness of God. In the next study, we will be considering requirements for effective fasting.
Remain blessed in Jesus name.

DIVINE VISITATION FOR TURNING POINT

Divine visitation leads to a turning point in life. That Is what every man on this planet earth needs in order to enjoy fulfilled life.

 Rev'd G. S. Adeyemo

Divine visitation leads to a turning point in life. That Is what every man on this planet earth needs in order to enjoy fulfilled life. It is my strong belief that you will experience divine visitation as we share the living Word of God today.
Prepare and expect God's visitation and your life will never remain the same in Jesus name. The Lord is taking us through the revelations of His word as we read from Exodus 3: 16, 17.
"Go, and gather the elders of Israel together, and say unto them, The LORD God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, of Isaac, and of Jacob, appeared unto me, saying, I have surely visited you, and seen that which is done to you in Egypt: And I have said, I will bring you up out of the affliction of Egypt unto the land of the Canaanites, and the Hittites, and the Amorites, and the Perizzites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites, unto a land flowing with milk and honey."
The Israelites came to Egypt full of Hope and joy when Joseph their son was Prime Minister. They were settled in a choiced place and were accorded great respect. However, the story later changed when the king that knew not Joseph came to the throne. For four hundred years they were affected, oppressed, depressed, humiliated and hope of fulfilling God's promise to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob their fathers was to them a mirage. No one to plead their course, no Prophet to comfort and encourage them. In such a situation, nothing but the Divine visitation can turn the tide.
In that hurting and terrible circumstances, God raised a deliverer who was born by Hebrew woman, raised by Egyptian royal family. Moses was privileged to acquire all the knowledge and wisdom of Egypt. God's grace and Spirit was upon him to liberate the people of God. Acts 7:22: "22 And Moses was learned in all the wisdom of the Egyptians, and was mighty in words and in deeds." The Lord appeared to him and sent him to tell the people of God a message of Divine visitation that will mark a turning point in their lives. "The LORD God of your fathers, the God of Abraham, of Isaac, and of Jacob, appeared unto me, saying, I have surely visited you, and seen that which is done to you in Egypt:"
The Lord will visit you my dearly beloved and pains will turn to gain, shame will turn to fame and poverty will turn to prosperity in Jesus name.
Divine visitation breaks protocols of men and reverse the irresponsible. Our God is not limited by human rules, tradition or laws. The law of nature bows before him because he is supreme over them all. Every decree promulgated by Pharaoh could not hold water when God visited the Israelites in Egypt. On the visit of God, Pharaoh's army we're helplessly useless. Your enemies will be powerless today in Jesus name.
It is not all about your age, qualifications, connection or position, the power of God transcend every human ability. He will make a way where there is no way. Isa 43:19 says, "Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert." He is God Omnipotent turning imposibility to possibility.
Considering Exodus 3: 16,17, three things are very obvious
1. God is present right on the spot where you are
2. God cares about what His people are going through
3. He will turn around the unpleasant situation
Therefore, you must be ready to key into Divine agenda. Focus on what He can do instead of what you are going through and the capability of the wicked King. No one has absolute control over your life apart from God. Do not give in to the enemies, you are more than conqueror. By the reason of God's presence, His surpassing and power your situation is turning around for greater glory in Jesus name.

Deliverance from Spirit of Promise and Fail

 Rev'd G. S. Adeyemo

Read Exodus 11: 1-3; Exodus 14:14, Jeremiah 15:21.

Your good dreams shall come true, never be discouraged. No more promised and fail in your life

Are you battling with unfulfilled promises? Are dreams and prophecies concerning your life not coming to fruition? With the prayer points bellow rooted in the scripture, that experience will turn around in Jesu name.
Trust in the Word and the accomplishments of the cross of Christ, every promise of God and men concerning you will come true in Jesus name.

1. O Lord, break the yoke of promise and fail in my life in Jesus name
2. O Lord, pull off the garment of dissappointment from my neck in Jesus name
3. O Lord, set ablaze the power that turns helpers against me in Jesus name.
4. O Lord, destroy the power that set friends against me in Jesus name.
5. You evil spirit tormenting me through friends lose your authority in Jesus name.
6. The evil remote control manipulating my helpers against me catch fire in Jesus name
7. O Lord, by your word shake the life of those taking my portions in Jesus name.
8. Let there be terrible fear in the life of those hijacking my portions in Jesus name.
9. Every wicked intermediary between me and government lose your place in Jesus name.
10. Whoever is depriving me from getting my allocations lose your position in Jesus name.

After the 10th plague, Pharaoh released the Israelites and the people of God possess their possessions; I am released from the shackle of Pharaoh of my life that has been depriving me of my portions in government in Jesus name. I take back what friends and enemies have stolen from me in Jesus name. I take back my approvals, I take back my payment, I take back my lot in government in the name of Jesus Christ.
The powerful hand that have been stolen my rights wither in Jesus name.
Lord I thank you for you promised to deliver me from evil men and redeem me from the wicked. Thank you for restoring all what the enemies stole from me. I will surely testify to your goodness, power and surpassing grace in Jesus name. Jeremiah 15:21
Rev'd G. S. Adeyemo

A New Beginning

"The unchangeable Changer who owns your future will turn your pains to gain in Jesus name. It is not a matter of ability or background, our God is the great Potter, He will break everything needed to be broken and mold all that need to be molded for you to appear in greater glory"


Isaiah 43: 18&19                                         

Introduction
Change they say is constant. The expectation of every man is to have a better chance. We want our today to be better than yesterday and tomorrow to be better than today. I declare unto you by the power in the name of Jesus Christ, that your expectations shall be fulfilled in Jesus name. Behold a better future in place of battered past. The unchangeable Changer who owns your future will turn your pains to gain in Jesus name. It is not a matter of ability or background, our God is the great Potter, He will break everything needed to be broken and mold all that need to be molded for you to appear in greater glory in Jesus name. The question is how can you have a new beginning in a world of uncertainties?
Facing the World of Uncertainties
Human beings are influenced mostly by what they see and hear. Whatever you devote your ear to hear has great impact on your mind as well as what you see. The eyes and our ears are gateway to our mind. If you always feed your mind with news of terrorism, disasters, unemployment, criticism, condemnation, threat, evil reports and doubts, the results you will get is no better than what occupy your mind. Isaiah 43: 18; Phil. 3: 11-13.
You may not be able to predict what happens in the next moment, however you can still be sure of better tomorrow. What you need is to concentrate on the certainty of God's Promises, the potency of Prayer and the efficacy of the Holy Spirit Power
The Keys to New Beginning in the World of Uncertainties
1. Trust in the Promises of God. The word of God is infallible. His promises cannot fail. The Bible says, "And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world’s corruption caused by human desires." 2Pet. 1:4; Psl 105:42; 2Cor 1:20
2. Be Persistent in Prayer. Prayer deepens relationship with God when offered from pure heart and humility. It is a means of keeping God abreast of what you are going through and your expectations from Him. Though He is aware of your needs and willing to meet them according to His reaches in glory, God expects us to speak up. Isaiah 1:18; Matt. 7:7; John 16: 24-26; Luk. 18: 1-8.
3. Depend on the Holy Spirit Power. Human effort is limited while God's power through the Holy Spirit is absolute and unlimited. He is able to do all things.  He held the world together at the creation before God said, "Let there be light".
The Holy Spirit is believer's limitless resources through whom we draw all sufficiency. The Scripture says,  “He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.” “Out of his belly” refers to your innermost being. The Holy Spirit is your limitless resource, an everlasting fountain. All you will ever need will be completely fulfilled and satisfied by the Holy Spirit—every longing and every desire in your life. According to John 14:15-18, the Holy Spirit is our Parakletos—our Counselor, Comforter, and Helper! And He is with us forever. Without the Holy Spirit we would be as orphans with no one to care for us. But with Him, we have full provision!
Invitation
I am inviting you to a new beginning through the power of the Holy Spirit as promised by God. You do that through prayer and keep praying in the spirit. Your life and all that concerns you will experience new beginning in Jesus name. Offer your life to Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour. Anyone who is in Christ is a new creature. 2 Cor. 5:17. New beginning begins inside you. May you be blessed as you do so in Jesus name
02/09/2018