One of the guideline for the fast from the 7 deadly sins is to abstain from negative thoughts, actions and/or deeds. The truth is, I couldn’t make it 24 hours without those unconscious thoughts dominating my positive thinking. My problem is not what I say out of my mouth, it’s my subconscious thoughts that is causing me so many issues. In my mind, I unconsciously complain more than I was aware of. The Word of God in Psalm 142: 1-2 (NIV) says, “I cry aloud to the Lord; I lift up my voice to the Lord for mercy. I pour out before him my complaint; before him I tell my trouble.” OMG! Consciously, my thoughts are extremely positive, but in the back of my mind I am unbelievably negative. I tried really hard to control them, but they were much more prevalent than I had imagined. Especially for a person like me who takes pride in being so positive and self-empowered. Ask anyone who really knows me and they will assure you, “Wanda is so self-assured and so positive. She inspires so many other people.” And, for the most part, it’s true. But, self-empowerment, self-acceptance and happiness is an inside job. What you really feel about yourself on the inside is a true reflection of what is happening in your life on the outside. If you want to change your circumstances and situations, give prayer and fasting a try.
Click here http://www.40day.com/7_messages.html to listen the 7 deadly sins. With this fast, you get a chance to take a good look at who you are, deep down inside. This fast will help you begin to see the things that the Holy Spirit is revealing to you that drastically needs to change. Determined to succeed so that I could clearly see whatever it is that God was revealing to me through this fast, I cut off all communication with people I frequently communicate with. I can honestly tell you that 99.9 % of the conversations over the telephone I have are complaining sessions. Either I am complaining, they are complaining or we are complaining.
Do you know that the Word of God said that the Lord angered when the people complained? Read it for yourself in Numbers 11:1. Ok, so that’s why the old adage says, “Stop telling God how big your problems are and start telling your problems how big your God is.” I have one person that I communicate with consistently who rarely; if ever, complains. Abstaining from talking, in person and over the telephone has really opened my eyes-it gave me an opportunity to listen to the vice from within. Yes, once the negative subconscious thoughts began to disappear, I could hear God clearer! If I could just slow down and listen, any questions I have, God will surely answer. What makes the sacrifice of praying and fasting so awesome is I would actually hear what He is saying to me, and instantly get answers to any challenges I am experiencing. That’s just one of the many benefits you get from committing to the challenge of praying and fasting.
Prayer and fasting has helped me bring the Word of God alive in my personal life; which is a major benefit for me. Yes, I read the Word of God but I really didn’t understand how to apply it in every area of my life. Yes, I know what sinning is and I know there are consequences because of my behaviors. I know those behaviors will manifest repercussions. I know that the cost I would have to ultimately pay for being disobedient will be devastating. The turning point for me, the point when I decided wholeheartedly I was going to give my mind, my body and my spirit to the Lord was when I realized I had tried everything else and nothing worked. Nothing else actually brought lasting satisfaction. Nothing else promised me everlasting life. Nothing else gave me a sense of peace that surpasses all understanding. I became willing to surrender my life but confessing Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior was the first step in getting saved. Old things are passed away and I must be willing to change all of my old thoughts, actions and deeds. God does give us an opportunity to choose and it’s up to us to make the right choice. You see, my lifetime quest has always been to learn how to trust and believe in God’s Word.
I abused my body with gluttony. I over indulged in everything excessively; especially when it came to the 7 deadly sins. Under the illusion I really trust God’s Word, I continued to destroy my body knowing one day I would be haunted by my past behaviors. If I really believed my body is the temple of God, why did I do everything I could to destroy it? Why did I continue to poison my body, mind and spirit? In previous blogs I mentioned generational obesity. I had no idea over indulging is a spirit. I tried everything I could to stop over indulging, and although I would be successful, it was never permanent. When I made a decision to trust God’s Word. When His Word said some things can only be overcome but through prayer and fasting, my whole life began to change. Remember, change is a process and if you want to see major changes in your life, find a group fasting in your church or join the 40/42. Your life will never be the same. Peace, Love, Joy and Good Health!!! God Bless You. Wanda Ross, A Woman of Prophetic Destiny
Click here http://www.40day.com/7_messages.html to listen the 7 deadly sins. With this fast, you get a chance to take a good look at who you are, deep down inside. This fast will help you begin to see the things that the Holy Spirit is revealing to you that drastically needs to change. Determined to succeed so that I could clearly see whatever it is that God was revealing to me through this fast, I cut off all communication with people I frequently communicate with. I can honestly tell you that 99.9 % of the conversations over the telephone I have are complaining sessions. Either I am complaining, they are complaining or we are complaining.
Do you know that the Word of God said that the Lord angered when the people complained? Read it for yourself in Numbers 11:1. Ok, so that’s why the old adage says, “Stop telling God how big your problems are and start telling your problems how big your God is.” I have one person that I communicate with consistently who rarely; if ever, complains. Abstaining from talking, in person and over the telephone has really opened my eyes-it gave me an opportunity to listen to the vice from within. Yes, once the negative subconscious thoughts began to disappear, I could hear God clearer! If I could just slow down and listen, any questions I have, God will surely answer. What makes the sacrifice of praying and fasting so awesome is I would actually hear what He is saying to me, and instantly get answers to any challenges I am experiencing. That’s just one of the many benefits you get from committing to the challenge of praying and fasting.
Prayer and fasting has helped me bring the Word of God alive in my personal life; which is a major benefit for me. Yes, I read the Word of God but I really didn’t understand how to apply it in every area of my life. Yes, I know what sinning is and I know there are consequences because of my behaviors. I know those behaviors will manifest repercussions. I know that the cost I would have to ultimately pay for being disobedient will be devastating. The turning point for me, the point when I decided wholeheartedly I was going to give my mind, my body and my spirit to the Lord was when I realized I had tried everything else and nothing worked. Nothing else actually brought lasting satisfaction. Nothing else promised me everlasting life. Nothing else gave me a sense of peace that surpasses all understanding. I became willing to surrender my life but confessing Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior was the first step in getting saved. Old things are passed away and I must be willing to change all of my old thoughts, actions and deeds. God does give us an opportunity to choose and it’s up to us to make the right choice. You see, my lifetime quest has always been to learn how to trust and believe in God’s Word.
I abused my body with gluttony. I over indulged in everything excessively; especially when it came to the 7 deadly sins. Under the illusion I really trust God’s Word, I continued to destroy my body knowing one day I would be haunted by my past behaviors. If I really believed my body is the temple of God, why did I do everything I could to destroy it? Why did I continue to poison my body, mind and spirit? In previous blogs I mentioned generational obesity. I had no idea over indulging is a spirit. I tried everything I could to stop over indulging, and although I would be successful, it was never permanent. When I made a decision to trust God’s Word. When His Word said some things can only be overcome but through prayer and fasting, my whole life began to change. Remember, change is a process and if you want to see major changes in your life, find a group fasting in your church or join the 40/42. Your life will never be the same. Peace, Love, Joy and Good Health!!! God Bless You. Wanda Ross, A Woman of Prophetic Destiny
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