Faith Beyond Limits: The Impact of Prayer and Fasting

Matthew 17:20-21 | King James Version

20 And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.

21 Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.

Recently, I found myself in the grip of stress-induced pain, aware of its root causes and circumstances. Despite this understanding, I was uncertain about the remedy required to alleviate the pain. It began at the start of the week, initially hoping it would diminish, only to persist. I adjusted my schedule in an attempt to rest more, but the pain persisted. Eventually, I resorted to medication, discussing my situation with my husband. It became clear to me that conventional methods would not suffice; this healing would only come through fasting and prayer. Devoting a day to prayer and fasting, I experienced relief the following day. Reflecting on the recent Bible study focusing on delving into the depths of God's character to dispel doubt and unbelief, I realized that such exploration brings healing across various dimensions—mental, physical, emotional, and financial.

This prompted me to consider how many others may continue to struggle because they have yet to engage in fasting and prayer. I pondered the strategies and revelations that God is poised to unveil, hindered only by our reluctance to seek Him wholeheartedly. In a world driven by productivity, a lack of faith or refusal to believe can impede our healing, relief, and peace. We should not fret over whether God can intervene, for we know He can. His choices may not align with our preferences, but they are part of His sovereign plan. Often, we become preoccupied with His decisions, neglecting to trust the One who came to save us.

I find solace in embracing a slower pace, relishing the rest provided by God. Though His plans may not match my expectations, they foster a transformative inner disposition.

Let us Pray:

God, here we are! We come to you today asking that you forgive us for not seeking your face. We ask that in this moment you reveal to us what’s required of us to experience the depths of who you are that will result in us having faith beyond limits.

Allow us to not be so consumed by the display of church and worldly rituals and religion that we neglect the spiritual disciplines that allow us to deepen our relationship with you. We love you. We praise you and we thank you. In Jesus Name Amen.