21 Days of Prayer and Fasting

Our hope is that through this time of prayer and fasting, we as a body of Christ, will quiet our hearts and dedicate a specific time in seeking our Lord.

Why are we calling Crossgate to fast? Fasting is a way to deepen our hunger for God and to grow in holiness and hunger for God. More than any other discipline, fasting reveals the things that control us. (Richard Foster)

And so it confronts us with our need to surrender to God. It is not a way to manipulate God or coerce Him to hear and answer our prayers, but rather it acknowledges our complete dependence on Him. It humbles us and awakens us to our great need for and reliance on God. As you consider fasting, we want to encourage you to listen to the Holy Spirit. Ask God to lead you in this time of seeking His face. Whether you choose to fast for one day, several days, or the entire 21 days, the point is to humble yourself in a new way and draw near to God.

If you would like more information on suggestions on how to include your children during this time of fasting and prayer, click HERE.

Pastor Rob will be sharing more details in the coming weeks.