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

5. 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

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

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

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

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

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