How do we remain passionate as we continue through our August fast? Do you have the zeal for this fast that you had at the beginning? Have the worries of work and family crowded into your day to day living? When insurmountable events present themselves and hope seems lost what do you do? Cling to God with all of your heart, mind, soul, and strength as the waves of life seek to consume you.
In 2 Chronicles 20 the kingdom of Judah was invaded by the sons of Moab, the sons of Ammon, and the Meunites. Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, is faced with an overwhelming advisory seeking to destroy him. What would your instinctive reaction be in this situation? Would you be afraid? “Jehoshaphat was afraid and turned his attention to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah. So Judah gathered together to seek help from the Lord; they even came from all the cities of Judah to seek the Lord” 2 Chronicles 20:3,4 Hope in times of trouble is only found in God alone. Jehoshaphat’s instinct was not to run anywhere but to God for his help. The people sought to fast and set their hearts towards God.
What foes do you face in your life that overwhelms you? How do we seek to hone our instinct to run to God in the difficult moments of life? No matter where you find yourself in your spiritual journey I exhort you to set your heart daily towards knowing God. Make knowing God the greatest priority in life and as you trust Him in the minute details of life you will build up the faith to stand in when the torrent of life seeks to sweep you away.
I encourage you to continue with our August Fast and see how God will work in our families, our local community, and our world. There is great power found when believers gather in unity to seek out God. Thank you for sojourning with me as we continue on in faith awaiting Jesus Christ’s return.
Additional Reading:
What do you set your heart toward: 2 Chronicles 19 and 20
Where will you turn in your moment of crisis: 2 Kings 3 and 4
Perseverance in hardship when desire wains: 1 Chronicles 25 and 26
posted by Aaron Eberline
