7 Transformational Benefits of Prayer and Fasting: Insights from Bishop David Oyedepo

In this fasting season, we are reminded that every commandment of Scripture is for our profiting. Fasting is not a matter of "if" but "when," as Jesus highlighted in Luke 5:34-35, Mark 2:20, and Matthew 6:17-18. It is an act of service unto God, not unto men (Luke 2:36-37). Through fasting and prayer, we align ourselves for divine blessings, as promised in Job 36:11.

Here are 7 fundamental returns from the altar of prayer and fasting, culled from Bishop David Oyedepo’s powerful message:

1. Spiritual Renewal

Fasting renews your spiritual capacity, empowering you to impact the world around you (Isaiah 58:6-14; 2 Timothy 2:19-21).

2. Spiritual Empowerment

This empowerment destroys yokes and equips you for service, not show (Isaiah 10:27; Acts 1:8). It insures and secures your life against the powers of the wicked (Luke 10:17).

3. Outbreak of Revelation

Prayer and fasting ignite divine illumination, setting the stage for supernatural breakthroughs (Isaiah 58; Revelation 4:1). Next to salvation, revelation is the believer's greatest asset.

4. Health, Strength, and Vigor

As light breaks forth, darkness dissipates. Divine health, strength, and vigor become your portion (Isaiah 58:8; Proverbs 4:20-22).

5. Express Answers to Prayers

Fasting clears barriers to answered prayers, facilitating divine intervention (Isaiah 59:1-2).

6. Continuous Guidance

When God leads, only goodness and mercy follow (Isaiah 58:11; Proverbs 14:12).

7. Supernatural Breakthroughs

Delighting in God positions you for divine elevation. Remain rooted in love and watch great things unfold (Isaiah 58:14; 1 Corinthians 2:9).

Your Role During Prayer and Fasting

Define your kingdom dreams and pray them into reality.

Seek to know more of God and His ways, rather than seeking fame.

This teaching reminds us that fasting is not just a ritual but a pathway to spiritual transformation, health, guidance, and breakthroughs. Let’s embrace this season of fasting with purpose, ensuring that our delight is in the Lord.

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