Secrets Of Prayer, Giving, And Fasting

Question 1

So then why do we need to pray? (2)

Answer 1

1. Because god wants to hear from his children

2. Because prayer conditions our wills to cooperate with God’s will

Question 2

“Our Father in Heaven” - explain

Answer 2

“Our” - not “my” - the world doesnt revolve around me! Your praying for others, not just yourself

“Father” - God is a living father-figure

“In heaven” -God is not in our realm - big picture

Question 3

Fasting - oxford dictionary deffinition

Answer 3

Fasting is designed to strengthen the spiritual life by weakening the attractions of sensible pleasures

Question 4

How many times is fasting listed in the Bible as compared to baptism

Answer 4

Fasting references - 77

Baptism references - 75

Question 5

6 steps for fasting

Answer 5

1. Start Small
2. Plan & purpose
3. Consider others
4. Find your fast
5. Other than food fast
6. Don’t focus on food