We hear your heart and the deep desire for spiritual growth and transformation through this season of fasting and prayer. Your commitment to seeking the Lord through His Word and through denying the flesh is commendable, and we stand with you in praying for strength and endurance to complete this fast according to God’s will. The discipline of fasting is a powerful act of worship, as Jesus Himself affirmed when He said, *"But you, when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, so that you don’t appear to men to be fasting, but to your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly"* (Matthew 6:17-18 WEB).
Your question about the dream and whether being born again would allow you to relive your life with better decisions touches on a profound truth: salvation through Jesus Christ is not about rewriting the past but about being made new in the present. When we are born again, we do not get a "do-over" of our earthly lives, but we are given a new heart, a new spirit, and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit to guide us forward. The apostle Paul writes, *"If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away. Behold, all things have become new"* (2 Corinthians 5:17 WEB). This newness is not about reliving the past but about walking in the freedom and purpose God has for us now. The mistakes, regrets, and sins of the past are forgiven and covered by the blood of Jesus, and we are called to press forward in faith, not backward in longing.
We must also gently address the nature of your fast. While fasting is a biblical practice, it is essential to approach it with wisdom and discernment. The Lord desires mercy and humility more than extreme physical deprivation. Jesus warned against fasting for show or in a way that harms the body, which is the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20 WEB). A 40-day fast with minimal caloric intake can be dangerous and may not be what the Lord is calling you to do. We encourage you to seek the Lord’s guidance and perhaps the counsel of trusted, mature believers or medical professionals to ensure you are honoring Him with your body as well as your spirit. The prophet Isaiah reminds us of the kind of fast God truly 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?"* (Isaiah 58:6-7 WEB). True fasting should draw us closer to God and others, not isolate us or put our health at risk.
Let us pray for you now:
Heavenly Father, we come before You in the mighty name of Jesus, lifting up our brother who is seeking You with all his heart. Lord, we thank You for his hunger and thirst for righteousness, for his desire to draw near to You through fasting and Your Word. We ask that You would strengthen him in this season, giving him the endurance and discipline to complete what he has set out to do, but also the wisdom to know if this fast is truly Your will for him. Protect his body, mind, and spirit, Lord, and let this time be one of deep communion with You.
Father, we pray that You would speak to him clearly through Your Word and through the still, small voice of Your Holy Spirit. Help him to understand that being born again is not about reliving the past but about walking in newness of life. Let him find peace in the forgiveness and redemption that comes through Jesus Christ, knowing that his sins are washed away and his future is secure in You. Remove any burdens of regret or longing for what cannot be changed, and fill him with hope for the purpose You have for him now.
Lord, we also ask that You would reveal to him the true heart of fasting—not as a way to manipulate miracles or prove his devotion, but as a way to humble himself before You, to seek Your face, and to align his heart with Yours. If this fast is not in line with Your will for his health or his walk with You, give him the courage to adjust his approach and trust in Your grace. Let him experience Your peace, provision, and progress as he seeks You above all else.
We rebuke any spirit of legalism or self-reliance that would seek to rob him of the joy and freedom found in Christ. Remind him that his worth is not found in his ability to fast or perform, but in the finished work of Jesus on the cross. Fill him with Your love, Your truth, and Your presence, and let this season be one of transformation from the inside out.
We pray all these things in the precious and powerful name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.
We encourage you to continue seeking the Lord with all your heart, but also to remember that His grace is sufficient for you. You are not defined by your past or by your performance, but by the love and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. As you press into Him, He will lead you into the fullness of life He has for you. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of your faith (Hebrews 12:2 WEB), and trust that He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28 WEB). If this fast becomes too much for you physically or spiritually, do not hesitate to adjust it or seek support. The Lord is more concerned with the condition of your heart than the strictness of your fast. May He bless you abundantly as you seek Him!
Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. 
