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Fasting releases Divine Guidance, Isa. 58:11

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Fasting releases divine guidance - Isa. 58.11

Fasting releases divine guidance (Isa. 58:11)

Many believers have difficulty making correct decisions concerning relationships, finances, and ministry. This causes setbacks and wasted time because of foolish decisions. Fasting will help believers make correct decisions by releasing divine guidance. Fasting eliminates confusion. Fasting causes clarity and releases understanding and wisdom to make correct decisions.

Fasting is recommended for those who are making important decisions such as marriage and ministry choices.1

1 John Eckhardt, God’s Covenant with You for Deliverance & Freedom, First edition. (Lake Mary, FL: Charisma House, 2014), 92.

The Case for Divine Guidance11 Robertson McQuilkin and Paul Copan, An Introduction to Biblical Ethics: Walking in the Way of Wisdom, Third edition. (IVP, 2014), 594.

We propose four lines of argument from Scripture that reinforce the traditional view that God does indeed have a plan for each of us, a preference about many of the choices we make and a commitment to bring about his special purpose in each life.11 Robertson McQuilkin and Paul Copan, An Introduction to Biblical Ethics: Walking in the Way of Wisdom, Third edition. (IVP, 2014), 594.

Divine guidance, according to the traditional view, is one of the Christian’s deepest needs and highest privileges. What is the biblical evidence?11 Robertson McQuilkin and Paul Copan, An Introduction to Biblical Ethics: Walking in the Way of Wisdom, Third edition. (IVP, 2014), 594.

The general tenor of Scripture11 Robertson McQuilkin and Paul Copan, An Introduction to Biblical Ethics: Walking in the Way of Wisdom, Third edition. (IVP, 2014), 594.

God’s sovereign purpose - God’s sovereignty and human responsibility are crucial doctrines for understanding guidance, but reconciling them has been a great source of confusion and controversy. Scripture is clear that God is in charge and knows where he is going.11 Robertson McQuilkin and Paul Copan, An Introduction to Biblical Ethics: Walking in the Way of Wisdom, Third edition. (IVP, 2014), 595.

The nature of prayer - Prayer is a primary means for us to receive from God his promised wisdom and power as well as the needed resources to accomplish his purposes in the world (cf. Jas 1:5; 5:16).11 Robertson McQuilkin and Paul Copan, An Introduction to Biblical Ethics: Walking in the Way of Wisdom, Third edition. (IVP, 2014), 597.

The role of the Holy Spirit -The role of the Holy Spirit includes the task of guidance. 11 Robertson McQuilkin and Paul Copan, An Introduction to Biblical Ethics: Walking in the Way of Wisdom, Third edition. (IVP, 2014), 597.

The text discusses how the Bible portrays God's interest in guiding people even in nonmoral matters, emphasizing examples from both the Old and New Testaments. It highlights instances where God intervened in seemingly insignificant decisions, such as where Israel encamped or whom Isaac married. The text also explores how Jesus, as depicted in the New Testament, followed God's guidance in various aspects of his life, serving as a model for believers. It suggests that these examples are meant to show God's way of working and that divine guidance is not limited to a select few but is available to all.