Fasting For Breakthrough - Chris Hodges

This sermon presents a comprehensive theological and practical exploration of fasting as a transformative spiritual discipline rooted in Scripture, emphasizing its purpose not as self-punishment but as a means of realigning the triune nature of humanity—body, soul, and spirit—so that the spirit may become more responsive to God. Drawing from biblical examples such as Jesus’ teaching on fasting, the disciples’ inability to cast out a demon, and the early church’s commissioning of Barnabas and Saul, the message underscores fasting’s role in breaking spiritual bondage, restoring what has been stolen, gaining divine wisdom, and inviting revival. The preacher outlines five distinct biblical fasts—Disciples’ Fast for freedom from sin, Ezra Fast for protection and restoration, Paul Fast for discernment in decisions, Daniel Fast for spiritual warfare, and Samuel Fast for national repentance and revival—while affirming that fasting, when paired with prayer, enables believers to deny fleshly cravings and reorder their desires, thereby advancing God’s purposes. The tone is both instructive and deeply pastoral, calling the church to embrace fasting not as a ritual but as a vital practice for personal and corporate spiritual renewal, especially in times of national crisis and spiritual awakening.