Jan 27th 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Fasting Day 19: The Calvary Road, Part 2

As Part One of this series discussed, after Jesus’ baptism, the Spirit’s first act was to lead Him into the wilderness where He would be tempted by the devil. Jesus was led of the Spirit to fast these forty days. It was God’s will that the Son of God be tested on his way into the ministry and that Jesus triumph in this testing through fasting. In A Hunger for God, John Piper shows the relationship... read more

Jan 26th 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Fasting Day 18: The Calvary Road, Part 1

Jesus began his earthly ministry with a forty-day fast. According to Matthew 3:16, after Jesus was baptized, when He came up out of the water, the heavens opened and the Holy Spirit descended on him like a dove.  The Holy Spirit had always been with Jesus. (Luke 1:35, 2 Cor. 3:17) When the Spirit came on Him, it was preparation for what was to come and assurance of the Father’s guidance and help. God... read more

Jan 25th 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

The Gospel of Prayer by Leonard Ravenhill

Leonard Ravenhill was one of Britain’s foremost outdoor evangelists of the 20th century. An author, he is well known for his book Why Revival Tarries, which has sold over a million copies worldwide. (Other related books include Revival God’s Way and Revival Praying.) Ravenhill was born in Leeds, in Yorkshire, England. He was educated at Cliff College in England and sat under the ministry of... read more

Jan 24th 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Three Truths for Stormy Seasons

This is a guest post by Tami Lee Hughes. You can read more about her below. At an early age, I learned that life is an adventure with highs, lows, and everything in between. Although we embrace the good times, we also experience hardship, loss, suffering, and things that are difficult to understand. I entered an intense period of trials just over one year ago.  In a period of three weeks, my aunt died... read more

Jan 23rd 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Fasting Day 15: For the Nation

In yesterday’s post, we prayed for the little ones, repenting for the shedding of the innocent blood of over 50 million babies — a sin that has polluted our land and invited God’s judgment. Israel did not escape God’s judgment for killing innocent children…and neither will we. For God is the same yesterday, today, and forever. “If God does not judge America, He must... read more

Jan 21st 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

For the Little Ones

Today is the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion. The court’s decision was handed down on January 22, 1973. Since that time, there have been approximately 61,628,584 abortions that have destroyed the lives of unborn children. (2020 statistics.) There are more than 3,300 abortions daily and 137 abortions per hour every hour in the United States. Or to state... read more

Jan 20th 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Fasting Day 13: Fasting and Weight Loss

Recently a question was asked as a comment on Health and Healing: the Daniel Fast. The answer might be helpful to others, so I’m sharing it as a post. Question: I read some of the info here and I’m intrigued. I am a new born again Christian who is just learning the scriptures.  I am in my forties, 5’8″ and weigh 256 lbs. I have no diagnosed illness except for high cholesterol but... read more

Jan 20th 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

When God’s People Pray (by Jim Cymbala)

Prayer can change people’s lives and circumstances like nothing else can! Are you discouraged in prayer because it seems God hasn’t changed your circumstances like you expected? When God’s People Pray will revive your confidence in God and His promises to answer your prayers. In this DVD/study guide series, Jim Cymbala, pastor of Brooklyn Tabernacle, shares truths about prayer that God... read more

Jan 20th 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Fasting Day 12: If I Fast Without My Husband, Will It Still Help?

People around the world are fasting with Pursuit 21. Consequently, I receive many questions about fasting — whether via email, social media, or post comment. The following question was posed in a comment on The Ezra Fast. Someone else who is fasting may have the same question, so I thought I would share my answer here in the event it would be of help to others as well. Question: I am married to a... read more

Jan 19th 13 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Why Is It So Hard For Christians to Pray? (David Wilkerson Sermon)

There are many reasons why so many Christians find it hard to pray. But prayer is a necessity, not a luxury. If we give God quality time he will answer us. When we mix our prayers with faith, they will work. To neglect prayer is to neglect God and the salvation he gave us. To not take advantage of the access given to us through the blood of Jesus is to take it lightly and do despite to the grace of God.... read more