“If I’m Going to Last, I Must Fast”

“If I’m Going to Last, I Must Fast”

I. Insight from a Corporate Fast

Please answer the questions below regarding a Corporate fast that took place for the Nation of Israel.

1. According to 2 Chronicles 20:3, who declared the Fast for the Nation of Israel?

King

2 Chronicles 20:3

“Jehoshaphat was terrified by this news and begged the LORD for guidance. He also ordered everyone in Judah to begin fasting.” (NLT)

2. According to 2 Chronicles 20:3, why did the King declare a fast?

Because he was .

2 Chronicles 20:3

“Jehoshaphat was terrified by this news and begged the LORD for guidance. He also ordered everyone in Judah to begin fasting.” (NLT)

3. According to 2 Chronicles 20:3, what was the purpose of the fast?

To seek from the Lord.

2 Chronicles 20:3

Jehoshaphat was terrified by this news and begged the Lord for guidance. He also ordered everyone in Judah to begin fasting.” (NLT)

II. Increase from a Corporate Fast

Please read the verses below from 2 Chronicles chapter 20 to discover the advantages of being a part of a corporate fast.

1. A corporate fast can lead to for you.

2 Chronicles 20:13-15

“As all the men of Judah stood before the LORD with their little ones, wives, and children, 14) the Spirit of the LORD came upon one of the men standing there. His name was Jahaziel son of Zechariah, son of Benaiah, son of Jeiel, son of Mattaniah, a Levite who was a descendant of Asaph. 15) He said, “Listen, all you people of Judah and Jerusalem! Listen, King Jehoshaphat! This is what the LORD says: Do not be afraid! Don’t be discouraged by this mighty army, for the battle is not yours, but God’s.” (NLT)

2. A corporate fast can lead to for you.

2 Chronicles 20:17 “But you will not even need to fight. Take your positions; then stand still and watch the LORD’s victory. He is with you, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out against them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.” (NLT)

3. A corporate fast can lead to for you.

2 Chronicles 20:20

“Early the next morning the army of Judah went out into the wilderness of Tekoa. On the way Jehoshaphat stopped and said, “Listen to me, all you people of Judah and Jerusalem! Believe in the LORD your God, and you will be able to stand firm. Believe in his prophets, and you will succeed.” (NLT)

4. A corporate fast can lead to for you.

2 Chronicles 20:22

“At the very moment they began to sing and give praise, the LORD caused the armies of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir to start fighting among themselves.” (NLT)

5. A corporate fast can lead to for you.

2 Chronicles 20:25

“King Jehoshaphat and his men went out to gather the plunder. They found vast amounts of equipment, clothing, and other valuables—more than they could carry. There was so much plunder that it took them three days just to collect it all!” (NLT)

III. Interaction from a Corporate Fast

Please list your honest thoughts below regarding our current church fast and be prepared to share your answers with others.

1. As it relates to Spiritual Connectivity, Mental Stability, Physical Vitality and Relational Unity; which area did you see God move the most for you during the fast?

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2. What practice(s) will you continue after the fast?

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3. What food and or drink are you looking forward to reincorporating after the fast?

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