Does Fasting Really Work? | Biblical Fasting | Tony Evans Sermon Clip

Dr. Tony Evans discusses the spiritual practice of fasting and its importance in deepening our relationship with God. Discover the benefits of fasting, such as increased spiritual sensitivity and clearer communication with God, in this look at how to fast by approaching it with the right motives and heart posture.

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Dr. Tony Evans is the founder and senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, founder and president of The Urban Alternative and author of over 100 books, booklets and Bible studies. The first African American to earn a doctorate of theology from Dallas Theological Seminary, he has been named one of the 12 Most Effective Preachers in the English-Speaking World by Baylor University. Dr. Evans holds the honor of writing and publishing the first full-Bible commentary and study Bible by an African American. His radio broadcast, The Alternative with Dr. Tony Evans, can be heard on over 1,400 radio outlets daily and in more than 130 countries. Dr. Evans’ sermons are also streamed and downloaded over 20,000,000 times annually.

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[paulaparker]

Fasting absolutely works. Satan was coming for my mind. In the beginning he was winning. That is, until I went into a fast. I dedicated myself to prayer, asked for forgiveness of my short comings and of others. Cried out and surrendered my will for his. In the end, I came to accept his will for my life, not because it pleased me, but it became more important to me to please God and to honor him for all of the things he's done for me while navigating this thing called life. He's been great, faithful and always there for me. I want to reciprocate in return. I came to this decision and confidence all through the acts of fasting, worshipping and prayer. Thank you God for your gift of fasting as a way to breakthrough the chaos and confusion Satan creates in the mind. Amen.

[daphneylockettephd]

Tomorrow is the 40th and final day of my fasting. Lord I thank you for what you showed me during this time.

[mugovemutote]

I need a spiritual booster. I need Heaven more than I do earth. Help me oh God

[ProudMorenamom]

I dedicate to fast for 30 days as a sign of surrendering to God 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[factisstrangerthanfiction]

Frist rule of fasting club = there is no fasting club.
Brilliant sermon, thanks.

[todddavidson]

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For with God nothing shall be impossible.
Luke 1:37 KJV

[sharmawade]

Thank You pastor for this sermon on fasting. I have fasted, prayed, loose and bound, consistently read/study the Bible, ask forgiveness of anything that may be hindering me receiving a breakthrough for answers and I’m still praying, never ceasing wanting to give up, but will not quit! I know that my Father has good plans for me and that He will never leave nor forsake me! 🙌🏾

[cmax]

Fasting in such a time as this is much needed. America is on the brink of no return if there is no repentance. Thank you Dr. Evans for this message.❤

[fullofgraceandtruth]

Prayer and Fasting are essential to our spiritual walk❤🙏🏿🙌🏿👍🏿💪🏿👊🏿👏🏿

[Dobbie]

Yes, fasting is great for the soul, for praying to God and getting clearer understanding to hear from God!
Jesus fasted in Matthew 4:1-11 He overcame the temptations of his flesh and Satan. Fasting is to consecrate ourselves fully before The Lord to hear from The Lord God, not for Him to fill our wants, but Spiritual needs! Whatever you feed more, you will be stronger in the thing you feed! We must make progress in Christ. It is good to get before the Lord God intimately daily for direction! It is not anything to do with religion or outward service, but serving The Lord God and others!❤

[lornasinclair]

Deliver us Dear Lord and give us strength to fight our enemies in battle

[ginagibson]

I remember this sermon he is so on point he’s a true servant of the LORD
PASTOR EVANS always puts it in a way to understand.

[soverignministry]

I need you God more than I need Earthly things, let your will be done. That I may hear you clearly and that you hearken unto my voice.

[ChiefCedricJohnson]

Matthew 11:30
For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.

[marchesmith]

Fasting with prayer is the essence of my life. Thank you Dr. Evans for the teaching.Thank you, Jesus for faith

[brotherlu]

Fasting is an atomic bomb!! Will definitely break off any strongholds you may be facing from lust, addictions, depression, Etc. So JUST DO IT!! Fast.

[bellakush]

Amen 🙏 fasting is the key of life and knowing God to solve all your problems ❤❤ and build your faith and many more and more

[ritzgreenwood]

Fasting as a Spiritual Colonoscopy, Wow! Effective visual, never heard it like that. Thank YOU, Pastor-Dr. Evans!🙏💯❤️✨

[Solemn_Kaizoku]

I appreciate Dr. Evans, and I am especially glad that he covered a topic so many pastors neglect.

Just a small note, but I do think the right exegesis for Isaiah 58:5 (at 8:18) is to include that verse with the improper fast the Israelites were doing. They only appeared outwardly to be humbling themselves by using sackcloth and ashes (see also v.3); this is in contrast to the type of humility that God requires in a fast, where sacrificial service is given (v. 6-7). Notice that the sackcloth and ashes aren't mentioned in verse 10.

[Julietunbound]

Remodel my life and wisdom and understanding God. 🙏