“Famous Fasters” Moses Samuel David Elijah & Jeremiah Ezra & Nehemiah Esther People of Nineveh Daniel & Friends Jesus Early Church.

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“Famous Fasters” Moses Samuel David Elijah & Jeremiah Ezra & Nehemiah Esther People of Nineveh Daniel & Friends Jesus Early Church

Benefits of Fasting: “Bonds” and “Yokes” Broken Off by God Godly Wisdom and Insight for Problems or for Opportunities Chance to “share your bread” with the hungry and needy

Benefits of Fasting: Physical “Spring Cleaning” 5. God will Provide for and Protect You “Wastelands” can become “Gardens”

Reasons To Fast: Facing a Huge Change or Task Facing Physical Danger or Surgery Facing Demonic Attacks/Oppression

Reasons To Fast: 4. If Appalled at Sins of our Nation 5. If Desiring Growth in Church 6. If Interceding for Good for Others

Fasting Helps: Gather with Others for Support Remove Self from Daily “Distractions” Withdraw Self from Tempting Situations or Relationships

Fasting Helps: 4. Repent of Sins as God Reveals Them 5. Spend Extra Time in God’s Word WORSHIP!!! - Public & Private