__Discover the Biblical, Time-Tested Way to Spiritual Victory__   
Jesus fasted. The prophets fasted. The apostles fasted. Whether they needed guidance or strength or healing or a miracle, these heroes of the faith knew the key to overcoming any obstacle in their path: prayer and fasting. In this bestselling, trusted resource, Dr. Elmer Towns introduces you to nine biblical fasts aimed at specific physical and spiritual outcomes, including:   
• The Disciple Fast: to free yourself and others from addictions to sin  
• The Ezra Fast: to solve problems, inviting the Holy Spirit's aid  
• The Paul Fast: to bring clearer perspective and insight in critical decision making  
• The Daniel Fast: to gain a healthier life or healing  
  
Each fast includes its purpose and biblical basis, why or when to practice this fast, and a practical step-by-step guide as you prepare for it. This edition now includes study questions for individuals or groups, daily devotions for a twenty-one-day fast, guidelines for breaking your fast, and more.  
  
No matter what you are up against, here is everything you need to seek the heart of God and prepare the way for spiritual breakthrough.  
 __Elmer L. Towns__ is dean emeritus of the School of Religion and Theological Seminary at Liberty University, which he cofounded in 1971 with Jerry Falwell. Each Sunday he continues to teach the Pastor's Bible Class at Thomas Road Baptist Church, which is televised on a local network and Angel One.

__Elmer L. Towns__ is dean emeritus of the School of Religion and Theological Seminary at Liberty University, which he cofounded in 1971 with Jerry Falwell. Each Sunday he continues to teach the Pastor's Bible Class at Thomas Road Baptist Church, which is televised on a local network and Angel One.

__This Time-Tested Book Will Strengthen Your Faith, Drawing You Closer to God__ This comprehensive book is for you if you seek a closer walk with God, whether you wonder how to fast or you've been practicing this spiritual discipline for years. As you learn the clear biblical reasons for fasting, you'll also be introduced to nine biblical fasts that God can use for specific physical and spiritual outcomes. These include  
· The Disciple's Fast--to free yourself and others from addictions to sin  
· The Ezra Fast--to solve problems, inviting the Holy Spirit's aid   
· The Saint Paul Fast--to bring clearer perspective and insight in critical decision-making  
· The Daniel Fast--to gain a healthier life or healing  
   
Each fast includes its purpose and biblical basis, why or when to practice this fast, and a practical step-by-step guide as you prepare for it.  
  
Now included in the book are new stories from people who have found spiritual breakthroughs in fasting, study questions for individuals or groups, biblical references to fasting, a fasting glossary, and more.

Learn how fasting can strengthen your faith and draw you closer to God, helping you to be a true overcomer in Christ. From the leading authority on fasting, this book gives you the biblical reasons for practicing this spiritual discipline, and introduces you to nine biblical fasts--each designed for a specific physical and spiritual outcome.

Towns, Elmer L.

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Title Page

Copyright Page

Foreword

Acknowledgments

Introduction

1. The Fasts God Chooses

2. The Disciple’s Fast

3. The Ezra Fast

4. The Samuel Fast

5. The Elijah Fast

6. The Widow’s Fast

7. The Saint Paul Fast

8. The Daniel Fast

9. The John the Baptist Fast

10. The Esther Fast

Appendix 1: Fasting: Giving Our Bodies a Break<<1>>

Appendix 2: Breaking Your Fast

Appendix 3: Daily Devotional for 21-Day Fast<<1>>

Day 1: Your Private Prayer

Day 2: Joining Others

Day 3: Daily Commitment During Your Fast

Day 4: Praying by Faith Not Feelings

Day 5: Benefits of a Lengthy Fast

Day 6: Saying No

Day 7: Persistence in Your Fast

Day 8: Experiencing Intimacy with God

Day 9: Begin with Giving Thanks

Day 10: Fasting to Increase My Hunger for God

Day 11: Prayer Is Asking

Day 12: Fasting to Worship God

Day 13: Fasting to Locate Sin

Day 14: Don't Violate Your Fast

Day 15: The Prayer of Crucifixion

Day 16: Weeping While Praying

Day 17: Introspective Prayer

Day 18: Resting in Praying

Day 19: Urgent Prayer

Day 20: Spiritual Warfare

Day 21: Stay in the Moment Page

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About the Author

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This Time-Tested Book Will Strengthen Your Faith, Drawing You Closer to God  
  
This comprehensive book is for you if you seek a closer walk with God, whether you wonder how to fast or you've been practicing this spiritual discipline for years. As you learn the clear biblical reasons for fasting, you'll also be introduced to nine biblical fasts that God can use for specific physical and spiritual outcomes. These include  
· The Disciple's Fast--to free yourself and others from addictions to sin  
· The Ezra Fast--to solve problems, inviting the Holy Spirit's aid   
· The Saint Paul Fast--to bring clearer perspective and insight in critical decision-making  
· The Daniel Fast--to gain a healthier life or healing  
   
Each fast includes its purpose and biblical basis, why or when to practice this fast, and a practical step-by-step guide as you prepare for it.  
  
Now included in the book are new stories from people who have found spiritual breakthroughs in fasting, study questions for individuals or groups, biblical references to fasting, a fasting glossary, and more.

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