Daniel Fast; Living for God’s purpose!
By Pastor Russell A. Duley
Then the Lord said to me, “Write my answer plainly on tablets, so that a runner can carry the correct message to others. Habakkuk 2:2
1. When Daniel fasted it was always with a purpose, and a full commitment to God with love and devotion. But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king’s delicacies... Dan.1:8
Likewise, if we are going to be blameless and harmless sons and daughters of God with out rebuke in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom we shine as lights in the world Phil.2:15. We must also take a stand as Daniel did, seeking first the kingdom of God and His righteousness. (Matt.6:33) Then, all these things shall be added to you…through prayer and supplication.
2. By seeking the kingdom of God and his righteousness then our prayers will take on kingdom living and a kingdom lifestyle of:
- Purity in my walk.
- Honesty in my heart.
- Humility in my thoughts.
- Integrity in my stand.
3. Daniel’s example of prayer is making confession and repentance for our sins and the sins of our nation.
- Prayerfulness in our relationship with God and also prayer for the lost.
- Repentance for missing the mark of God’s righteousness.
- Confession of my sins, short coming and failings.
- Surrender of my will to Christ Jesus and obeying His will.
- Faithfulness to Christ Jesus everyday and in every way.
4. Daniel 10:11-14 speaks of God’s moving through Daniels prayers in dreams and visions giving him an impartation of wisdom for life and ministry.
5. Write down why you are fasting? ______________________________
6. What are your spiritual goals? ______________________________
7. What are your dreams and visions? ______________________________
8. What would you like to do for God? ______________________________
9. How long are you fasting for? ______________________________
10. What results are you expecting from God? ______________________________
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