God’s Word for Today - 22 Oct 2024
Isaiah 58:3 KJV — Wherefore have we fasted, say they, and thou seest not? Wherefore have we afflicted our soul, and thou takest no knowledge? Behold, in the day of your fast ye find pleasure, and exact all your labours.
Reflection on God’s Word for Today - 22 Oct 2024
I tell you it can be extremely frustrating to believe you have been waiting on Jehovah in fasting and praying only to be ignored and told that you have indeed been doing it incorrectly, hence the lack of expected response. The kind of fasting acceptable to God must begin with knowing who He is and approaching Him in unfeigned humility in total surrender to His sovereignty and omnipotence. Anything short of that will not get a response from Jehovah. So the question you must ask yourself is how well do you know this God from Whom you are asking for help. If you can’t answer that in the affirmative then you must readjust yourself and ask Him to show Himself to you. Start there before you embark on a futile fasting time.
Pray: Merciful God, I am tired of futile fasting and praying, please reveal Yourself to me and guide me to wait on You aright. #Mok