“The Supernatural Power Of Prayer And Fasting” Dr. Ronnie Floyd | August 2, 2026

Main message: Prayer combined with biblical fasting—abstaining from food with a spiritual goal—invites supernatural intervention from God, as illustrated by Ezra 8; when done with humility, specificity, and trust, fasting aligns and changes us and can bring God’s protection and renewal.

Key points:

• Biblical fasting is abstaining from food with a spiritual goal in mind (not the same as intermittent fasting).
• Ezra 8 models a series of decisions: proclaim a fast (spiritual response), humble yourselves, seek a specific need (a safe journey), and trust God.
• When the people fasted and prayed, God was receptive and protected them from ambush—demonstrating the power of prayer and fasting.
• Fasting changes and aligns the one who fasts (not merely manipulates outcomes); it can awaken sensitivity to the Spirit and contribute to personal and corporate renewal.
• Practical application: identify your greatest burden or need, fast and pray specifically about it, and trust God’s answer; the preacher also emphasized the primacy of salvation as God’s greatest work.

Scriptures mentioned: Ezra 8:21–23, 31; Matthew 6:2, 5, 17; 1 Peter 5:6; Psalm 35:13