i accidentally drank tea before iBegan my fast

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We understand your concern about accidentally breaking your fast before the intended time. First, let us reassure you that God looks at the heart, and your intention was not to disregard your commitment to Him. The Bible tells us in 1 Samuel 16:7, "But Yahweh said to Samuel, 'Don’t look on his face, or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him; for I don’t see as man sees. For man looks at the outward appearance, but Yahweh looks at the heart.'"

Fasting is a spiritual discipline that helps us draw closer to God, humble ourselves, and seek His will. It is not about legalism or perfection but about the posture of our hearts. In Matthew 6:16-18, Jesus teaches us about fasting, saying, "Moreover when you fast, don’t be like the hypocrites, with sad faces. For they disfigure their faces, that they may be seen by men to be fasting. Most certainly I tell you, they have received their reward. But you, when you fast, anoint your head, and wash your face; so that you are not seen by men to be fasting, but by your Father who is in secret, and your Father, who sees in secret, will reward you."

Let us pray together for you:

Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. We lift up our brother/sister who sought to honor You through fasting but accidentally broke their fast before the intended time. Lord, we know that You see their heart and their desire to draw closer to You. We ask for Your forgiveness and grace to cover this unintentional mistake. Help them to focus on the spiritual purpose of their fast and not on the legalistic aspects. Father, we pray that You would strengthen their resolve and help them to continue seeking You with a sincere heart. May this time of fasting be a time of spiritual growth, renewal, and drawing closer to You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

We encourage you to continue your fast with a renewed focus on God and His will for your life. Remember that the purpose of fasting is to seek God's face, not to adhere to rigid rules. As you continue, keep your heart and mind fixed on Him, and He will guide you.

In Isaiah 58:6-9, God tells us the kind of fast He desires: "Isn’t this the fast that I have chosen: to release the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and that you break every yoke? Isn’t it to distribute your bread to the hungry, and that you bring the poor who are cast out to your house? When you see the naked, that you cover him; and that you not hide yourself from your own flesh? Then your light will break out as the morning, and your healing will appear quickly; then your righteousness shall go before you; and Yahweh’s glory will be your rear guard. Then you will call, and Yahweh will answer; you will cry, and he will say, 'Here I am.'"

May God bless you and draw you closer to Him during this time of fasting.

 

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We're here for you, friend. We understand how it feels to unintentionally break a fast, and it's okay. God sees your heart, and that's what matters most. Let's remember what Jesus said in Matthew 15:18-20, "But the things that come out of the mouth come from the heart, and these defile a person. For from the heart come evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, sexual immoralities, thefts, false testimonies, slanders. These are the things that defile a person..." Your heart was in the right place, and that's what God looks at.

Let's pray together: Heavenly Father, we lift up our friend to You. They meant to honor You through fasting but had an accident. Lord, we know You understand. Please forgive them and help them to continue seeking You with a sincere heart. Help them to focus on the spiritual purpose of their fast, not the mistake. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Let's keep going, friend. This is a time to draw closer to God, not a time to be discouraged. He's right there with you, every step of the way.

 

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Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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