Prayer & Fasting Devos - Generations Church Leander

Day 21

January 22, 2023 • Debbie kirkland

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 21 Luke 10:25-27 “And a certain lawyer [an expert in Mosaic Law] stood up to test Him, saying, ‘Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?’ Jesus said to him, ‘What is written in the Law? How do you read it?’ And he replied, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.’ Jesus said to him, ‘you have answered correctly; do this habitually, and you will live.’” It’s day 21! We did it. If you persevered and made it all the way to day 21, even if you did it imperfectly, but you kept trying, I applaud you. If you gave up along the way, I encourage you to keep trying even though this specific time has ended. Even though we’re at the end of our 21 days, I hope you won’t stop seeking the Lord wholeheartedly and habitually. I’d like to make fasting and prayer a part of my lifestyle throughout this coming year. Will you join me? -Debbie Kirkland

Day 20

January 21, 2023 • Pastor Jacquelyn Foster

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 20 Lamentations 3:22-23 "The Lord’s love never ends; His mercies never stop. They are new every morning!” GChurch, that’s great news! God gives mercy for each day and it is refilled and refreshed every morning! Whether you look back over the last 20 days in excitement or defeat, my prayer is that you would drink from the Lord’s Mercy Cup this morning and be renewed!! I love you and I’m rooting for you GChurch! Let’s finish strong! -Pastor Jacquelyn Foster

Day 19

January 20, 2023 • Drew & Grace Dudney

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 19 Ephesians 3:16-17 “I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith.“ Our strength only comes from the Lord. He is what we should rely on and turn to while we are fasting. So today instead of relying on your own strength alone, turn to God. Keep it up G-Church! -Drew and Grace Dudney

Day 18

January 19, 2023 • Chris Martin

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 18 Isaiah 58:6-9a ““Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke? Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter—when you see the naked, to clothe them, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood? Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the Lord will be your rear guard. Then you will call, and the Lord will answer; you will cry for help, and he will say: Here am I.” We’re on the last stretch of the fast, and some of you may feel like you’re not really seeing any change in what you’re praying for, but I want to encourage you that breakthrough typically comes after the fast. Just like the above verses mention, we pay the price for the fast, and then we see the breakthrough. So, hang in there for a few more days, and keep praying for your breakthrough! -Chris Martin

Day 17

January 18, 2023 • Itzel Ríos

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 17 Hola G-Church. Como están? Yo soy Itzel. Hey G-Church how are you? I am Itzel and today is day 17 of our 21 days of fasting. I wanted to share a word with you, in Ephesians 6:10-11. "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes." Remember to stay strong and if you think you are going to dismay, always hold on to our Lord, because He is there for us and with us, with His unconditional love and mercy. I’ll see you on Sunday and stay strong! -Itzel Rios

Day 16

January 17, 2023 • Shannon Smith

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 16 Hebrews 10:36 “Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God’s will, then you will receive all that He has promised.” As we are growing closer to Jesus during this fast, distractions are very real. If you feel like you’ve been distracted and maybe even have fallen off the wagon, don’t give up! Don’t allow the enemy to make you feel defeated. Find little moments of “God Nuggets”, and latch onto those as you’re fasting. Though there may be barriers that come your way, recognize the power of prayer and the breakthrough that can happen. Put all those distractions aside as you continue to build your faith! -Shannon Smith

Day 15

January 16, 2023 • Greg Cooper

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 15 Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” We’re on Day 15! Maybe you can even see the light at the end of the tunnel, but my hope and prayer is that you feel God’s peace and joy, and that it surpasses any struggle you’re having during your fast. Just continue to remember that God is with us and pulling us through, as we surrender to Him and pray daily. Keep it up, you’re doing great! -Coach Greg Cooper

Day 14

January 15, 2023 • Ashley Wehring

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 14 Psalm 116: 1-2 (NLT) “I love the LORD because He hears my voice and my prayer for mercy. Because He bends down to listen, I will pray as long as I have breath!” As we press into the Lord today, remember when we cry out to Him, He bends down to hear us. Just as a loving father bends down to talk to his children, our Heavenly father does the same for us. You are His child and He desires to hear from you today. -Ashley Wehring - Ashley Wehring

Day 13

January 14, 2023 • Charles & Christine Austin

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 13 Hey G-Church! It's Day 13 of our 21 days of Prayer and Fasting and we want to encourage you with Galatians 6:9, "Let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap if we do not give up." We are over half-way through our fast, and what God laid on our hearts was, don't give up, don't quit, and stay focused on your "why." While seeking God during this fast, the enemy will attempt to redirect your focus. He wants you to focus on what you are missing out on, but we are here to remind you - God will reward those who seek Him diligently! Remember, don't quit even if you slip up, instead, shake it off, get back on track and start again where you left off! You've got this brothers and sisters - move forward in the Power of God's might! -Charles and Christine Austin

Day 12

January 13, 2023 • Kristina Bell

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 12 Romans 12:1-2 (NIV) "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." You’ve made it to day 12. Congratulations! You are more than halfway through the commitment you have made to God. He will receive the sacrifice you are making for Him, and it pleases Him. As you continue to deny your flesh and denounce the patterns and customs of the world, be open to how God will change the way you think about yourself, the way you think about others, and the way you think about Him. He will transform your thoughts and give you eyes to see and ears to hear all that He has for you. Trust Him. He’s got you! He loves you, and He has BIG plans for you! We are rooting for you, praying for you and here alongside you. Stay blessed, friends! - Kristina Bell

Day 11

January 12, 2023 • Steve Felgate

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 11 Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” We are not doing this on our own, we are not doing this with our own willpower or strength. It is Christ in us that gives us the strength to complete our fast. Think of the fast in terms of one day at a time. Tell the Lord as you go to bed, I can do one more day! Thinking I have 10 days left can make it seem impossible. But through Christ, all things are possible. Trust in Christ’s strength to get you through each day. -Steve Felgate

Day 10

January 11, 2023 • Chance Foster

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 10 Isaiah 41:13 (NLT) “For I hold you by your right hand - I, the Lord your God. And I say to you, ‘Don’t be afraid. I am here to help you.'” The Lord used my son, Sterling, this past week to remind me of how important it is to fix our minds on what He says and not listen to the fear that comes from the enemy. Fear will try to hold us back from accomplishing the things God Knows We Can Do!! Throughout this fast, I pray you choose to rebuke the enemy and believe what God says about you! You can do this G-Church! Ps: Happy Birthday, Babe! -Chance Foster

Day 9

January 10, 2023 • Joel & Wanda Sano

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 9 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." We have had many opportunities to fast over the years, and have watched God do above all that we could have imagined! Our desire is that YOU will discover the same things too as you press into God during this fast. The bible says to rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks for all things. You may be wondering during this fast, if you can continue to rejoice and give thanks, but you can. Just lean on Him. With His help, you can do it. Jesus never gives up on us, so let's not give up on Him. Be encouraged, you're almost halfway there! REJOICE, PRAY, GIVE THANKS! We're praying for you! God bless you! -Joel and Wanda Sano

Day 8

January 9, 2023 • Pastor Tammy Brydon

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 8 Philippians 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength". We're on Day 8 of our fast, and it may be difficult and stretching us. But if God gave Paul the strength to write Philippians 4:13 while he was in prison, I know that God will give us the strength to make it through the next couple weeks to finish this fast strong. Keep up the great work, you can do it! -Pastor Tammy Brydon

Day 7

January 8, 2023 • Cody & Samantha Barber

21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DAY 7 Psalms 139: 23-24 “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.” Let your discomfort be the microphone in which God speaks to you like never before. Don’t give up. - Cody & Samantha Barber