Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough: A Practical Guide to Nine Biblical Fasts - Paperback

by Elmer L. Towns (Author), Jentezen Franklin (Foreword by)

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Discover the Biblical, Time-Tested Way to Spiritual Victory

Jesus fasted. The prophets fasted. The apostles fasted. Whether they needed guidance or strength or healing or a miracle, these heroes of the faith knew the key to overcoming any obstacle in their path: prayer and fasting.

In this bestselling, trusted resource, Dr. Elmer Towns introduces you to nine biblical fasts aimed at specific physical and spiritual outcomes, including:

● The Disciple Fast: to free yourself and others from addictions to sin
● The Ezra Fast: to solve problems, inviting the Holy Spirit's aid
● The Paul Fast: to bring clearer perspective and insight in critical decision making
● The Daniel Fast: to gain a healthier life or healing

Each fast includes its purpose and biblical basis, why or when to practice this fast, and a practical step-by-step guide as you prepare for it. This edition includes study questions for individuals or groups, daily devotions for a twenty-one-day fast, guidelines for breaking your fast, and more.

No matter what you are up against, here is everything you need to seek the heart of God and prepare the way for spiritual breakthrough.

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Discover the Biblical, Time-Tested Way to Spiritual Victory

Jesus fasted. The prophets fasted. The apostles fasted. Whether they needed guidance or strength or healing or a miracle, these heroes of the faith knew the key to overcoming any obstacle in their path: prayer and fasting. In this bestselling, trusted resource, Dr. Elmer Towns introduces you to nine biblical fasts aimed at specific physical and spiritual outcomes, including:
- The Disciple Fast: to free yourself and others from addictions to sin
- The Ezra Fast: to solve problems, inviting the Holy Spirit's aid
- The Paul Fast: to bring clearer perspective and insight in critical decision making
- The Daniel Fast: to gain a healthier life or healing

Each fast includes its purpose and biblical basis, why or when to practice this fast, and a practical step-by-step guide as you prepare for it. This edition now includes study questions for individuals or groups, daily devotions for a twenty-one-day fast, guidelines for breaking your fast, and more.

No matter what you are up against, here is everything you need to seek the heart of God and prepare the way for spiritual breakthrough.

Author Biography

Elmer L. Towns is dean emeritus of the School of Religion and Theological Seminary at Liberty University, which he cofounded in 1971 with Jerry Falwell. Each Sunday he continues to teach the Pastor's Bible Class at Thomas Road Baptist Church, which is televised on a local network and Angel One.