USING FASTING AND PRAYER TO ENCOUNTER THE SPIRIT OF POWER - Apostle Joshua Selman

Summary

This transcript emphasizes the spiritual importance of prayer and fasting, highlighting their role in unlocking divine power. It references biblical examples, particularly Jesus' experience in the wilderness from Luke 4, to illustrate how consistent prayer and fasting lead to spiritual strength and miracles. The speaker stresses that these practices require discipline and are essential for anyone seeking genuine spiritual authority. Additionally, the transcript encourages Christians, including worship leaders and ministers, to embrace these practices as crucial elements in their spiritual journey and ministry.

Takeaways

• 🙏 The primary goal of prayer and fasting is to connect with spiritual power.
• 📖 Biblical references to prayer and fasting are found in Luke chapter 1 and chapter 4.
• 🔑 Prayer and fasting are seen as irrefutable biblical keys to accessing spiritual power.
• 🚫 Fasting is not everything, but it plays a major role in the ministry of power.
• ⏳ Consistency in prayer is required to become a 'slave' to the power dimension.
• 🌟 The power that comes through prayer is not immediate but comes with dedication and submission.
• 🤔 The capacity to receive spiritual power is not just about being around anointed individuals but also about personal spiritual discipline.
• 🥗 Food can be dangerous if one does not have the spiritual discipline to control their appetite.
• 🧘 Fasting affects the spirit, soul, and body, and it requires discipline and commitment.
• 🎤 For worship leaders, prayer is essential to carry a powerful anointing that goes beyond just melodies.
• 📚 The speaker challenges Christians to fast at least once a week for spiritual growth and revival.

Q & A

What is the primary goal of prayer and fasting according to the speaker?

The primary goal of prayer and fasting is to access spiritual power and be endued with the power of the Holy Spirit.

What role does the Holy Spirit play in Jesus' time in the wilderness?

The Holy Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness where He fasted for 40 days and was tempted by the devil, emphasizing the role of the Spirit in spiritual preparation.

Can one-time or short-term prayer and fasting lead to spiritual power?

No, according to the speaker, spiritual power requires consistent prayer and fasting until it becomes a lifestyle.

Why is capacity important in receiving anointing or spiritual power?

Capacity is crucial because even if someone meets the most anointed person, they may receive nothing if their spiritual capacity has not been enlarged to contain the power.

What is the connection between prayer life and encountering spiritual power?

The speaker says that anything that attacks a person's prayer life is attacking their potential to encounter the power dimension of the Holy Spirit.

How does fasting affect one's ability to access spiritual power?

Fasting helps tame the appetite for food and facilitates the deepened focus and commitment needed to access spiritual power.

Why is consistency in prayer and fasting important for spiritual growth?

Consistency in prayer and fasting builds spiritual stamina and prepares one to handle the responsibilities of anointing and ministering effectively.

Why is it insufficient to focus only on voice training for worship leaders?

Voice training alone is insufficient because worship leaders also need a strong foundation of prayer to carry the presence and anointing of God during worship.

What should accompany fasting to make it effective?

Effective fasting should be accompanied by prayer, word study, and worship; otherwise, it is merely abstaining from food and not a true fast.

What kind of discipline is required for effective fasting?

Effective fasting requires discipline, as it involves feeling tired and hungry, yet remaining committed to the spiritual value and the desired outcome.