Then I proclaimed a fast there, at the river Ahava, that we might humble ourselves before our God, to seek of him a straight way for us, and for our little ones, and for all our substance. For I was ashamed to ask of the king a band of soldiers and horsemen to help us against the enemy in the way, because we had spoken unto the king, saying, The hand of our God is upon all them that seek him, for good; but his power and his wrath is against all them that forsake him. So we fasted and besought our God for this: and he was entreated of us.
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Then we departed from the river Ahava on the twelfth day of the first month, to go unto Jerusalem: and the hand of our God was upon us, and he delivered us from the hand of the enemy and the lier-in-wait by the way. And we came to Jerusalem, and abode there three days.
Compare All Versions: Ezra 8:21-23, 31-32
3 Days
Fasting. Is It For Me? Let's take a look at some Bible Verses. You decide.. For sure, God wants you to be at peace and fearless, full of faith, hope, and love, right? He wouldn't want you anxious or angry. Fasting Scriptures can lead you to your own conclusion. Wisdom comes from meditation on God's Word. Memorize verses for instant guidance on anything from marriage to sex, to finances.
5 Days
Join us as we dive into a short fast together and discuss how fasting brings us closer to God, helps us find His direction, and makes us more aware of His provision and restoration as we learn to rely on Him.
7 Days
Picking up where 2 Chronicles ends, Ezra describes the return of exiles to Jerusalem and the eventual rebuilding of the temple. Using the influence of pagan kings and unbelieving rulers, God was faithful to bring his people back to the land and reestablish worship at the temple.
The world tells us to live free from God’s laws and ways, but when we try to walk alone, our spiritual vitality wanes, distorting our perception of God’s character and abilities. Ronnie Floyd has witnessed firsthand the profound transformation that prayer and fasting can achieve. In these seven devotions, learn how these sacred spiritual practices can revive your faith and open your heart to encounter God.
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