Prayer and Fasting

In some of our churches today, not much is heard about the Biblical injunction and the Christian discipline of Prayer and Fasting. Yet, it was a source of spiritual strength to others earlier. From Jesus’ own example and the disciple’s experience we see the power of prayer. Jesus spent whole nights in prayer prior to major events. The disciples emulated Him and spent much time in prayer and soul searching prior to Pentecost—the Early Rain. Shouldn’t we be following them as we prepare for the Latter Rain? Let’s not forget, either, what Jesus said at the foot of the mount that day—some problems can only be solved through prayer and fasting.

Perhaps, this is an inconvenient exercise in our modern sophisticated, fast paced, space age generation but could this also be included in our denying ourselves to follow? The last days are approaching and only those who are fit will survive. This is an integral part of discipleship. Are revival and reformation needed?