a call to prayer and fasting

I am severely concerned about this upcoming election. Severely concerned. If the news reports about the actions of the candidates are true, we’re in a world of hurt, y’all. The purpose of this post is NOT to debate about the candidates. And I will not engage in a senseless debate about them. They both suck. Period. Jesus, help us.

So I’m praying this morning- washing the dishes- asking the Lord to do SOMEthing – and the thought occurred to me to fast and pray.

And I’m asking you to stand with me and fast and pray as well. The Bible says that some demons don’t move unless fasting and praying commence.  We are not wrestling with people here- we are wrestling with principalities of darkness. And we have allowed ourselves to be divided over petty things.

Whatever your opinion is of me, don’t let that stand in the way of praying and fasting. I cannot fast all day long, but I will be fasting some food item(s). Maybe you’ll be challenged to fast an activity or an object.

If you have seen me or been in contact with me in the past few weeks you have seen me whining and complaining and behaving poorly when it comes to the challenges of life. And because you are good people, you gave me grace and understood and stood by me instead of judging me. Do not let my behavior keep you from praying for our country and for this election.

So how do we do this? Shall I post a verse for us to pray over in the mornings- pleading with the Lord for His protection? Y’all know I’m no saint, but I know Jesus loves me in all my mud and mire and I’ve seen Him respond to my requests. Should we do this? Will you stand with me?