Ebenezer Okronipa

Scriptural References:

Joel 2:3

Luke 4:1-14

Hebrews 6:5-8

Key Points:

Products of Fasting:

Power

Divine Direction

Fellowship with the Holy Spirit

Theme: Encounters with God Through Fasting and Prayer

Scriptural References:

Matthew 6:17

Luke 4:1-14

Isaiah 58:3

Mark 2:19-20

Ecclesiastes 10:17

Joel 2:12

Nehemiah 1-4

Daniel 9:2

Esther 4:16-17

Acts 1:8

Key Points:

Reasons why we fast:

Maturity comes with fasting.

God demands us to fast.

Every man will be tested in the place of their appetite.

Types of fasting:

Supernatural fast

Personal breakthrough fast

Proclaimed fast

Acceptable way to fast:

Set out your goals

Prayer

Make bold declarations

Benefits of Fasting:

Access to Light and Revelation

Speedy Answers to Prayer

Supernatural Turnaround for Problematic Situations

Power to Save Souls

To Love God and Men

Power to Give

Power to Overcome

Theme: Benefits of Fasting and Prayers(Part 4)

Scriptural References:

Luke 4:1-2,14

Esther 9

Key Points:

Fasting is the gateway into the realms of glory.

There is a place you can access only by separation.

Learn to give your life to fasting once a week to gain dominion over the devil.

Benefits of Fasting:

[Previous benefits mentioned in Parts 1]

[Previous benefits mentioned in Parts 2]

[Previous benefits mentioned in Parts 3]

4. It Manifests the Power Called Favour: Favour is preferential treatment, a charm, and a force of the spirit that produces acceptability.

 

The Power of Favour:

Open Heavens: Approval from heaven, availability of angelic ministrations, and fruitfulness.

Wealth Transfer: Wealth is a spirit, and God wants us to live by favour.

Commands the Allegiance of Men: Favour is a voice that causes people to come to your aid without you voicing it out.

Theme: Reason why we fast 

 

Scriptural References:

Ecclesiastes 10:17

Key Points:

Maturity comes with fasting.

God demands us to fast.

Every man will be tested at the place of their appetite.

Benefits of Fasting:

NATURAL BENEFITS OF FASTING. 

1.weight loss 

2. Insulin sensitivity 

3. Cellular repair 

4. Rest to the body organs

5. Cardiovascular health 

6. Longevity

Supernatural Turnaround for Problematic Situations

Theme: Benefits of Fasting And Prayers

Scriptural References:

Esther 4:16

Isaiah 58:3

Isaiah 11:27

Key Points:

Fasting commands the hand of God to work in your life.

Fasting has supernatural impact.

Fasting is the birthplace of supernatural encounters and experiences.

Fasting is a sign of humility.

Fasting means afflicting your soul.

Benefits of Fasting:

Speedy Answers to Prayer , etc

Theme: Positioning Yourself for the Increased Grace

Scriptural References:

Ezra 6:14

Romans 5:17

Zachariah 4:6-7

Isaiah 54:1-3

Habakkuk 2:2

Genesis 11:1-6

Hebrews 11:6

2 Peter 3:18

Matthew 28:19

2 Chronicles 15:58

Romans 12:18

Key Points:

Position yourself for increased grace by stretching in your:

Vision and Goals: Habakkuk 2:2, Genesis 11:1-6

Faith: Hebrews 11:6

Spiritual Growth: 2 Peter 3:18

Soul Winning: Matthew 28:19

Service and Ministry: 2 Chronicles 15:58

Giving and Generosity

Relationship: Romans 12:18

Theme: Benefits of Praise

Jeremiah 30:19

Psalm 89:15

John 4:23-24

Psalm 150:3

Psalm 149:5-8

2 Chronicles 20:20-22

Psalm 67:5-6

John 6:11-13

Psalm 89:16

Key Points:

Praise means fine speaking.

Praise carries the ability to invoke vengeance against the enemies of the children of God.

Praise can provoke strange multiplication.

Praise provokes favor, honor, and promotion.

Theme: I Am the Light of the World

Scriptural Reference: Matthew 5:14-16

Pride: Prov 16:18

Carnality

Sexual Immorality: 1 Chronicles 5:1

Complacency

Laziness: Prov 24:33-34