Printed on September 08, 2010 

Fasting Month Four
I found a mother’s day card you'd never want to receive. It says, “Happy Mother’s Day to a woman who has helped mold who I am.” But on the inside it reads: “Yes, you do have to take some of the blame.”  more...
Fasting Month Three
The voice was so loud that it could have been audible, but it was not. There was no one around. I instantly knew the voice. God had spoken. No question. No doubt.  more...

Fasting Month Two

He places people in your life and says “teach her” or “comfort this soul”. He is so pleased with you. In his eyes the sun rises and sets on you. You are his precious “princess.” more...
Fasting Month One
About 3 million U.S. women will become moms this year; six will give birth while you read this. And so many are alone, feeling isolated. At times, you may feel that way too.  more...

Naomi’s New Year’s Gift to You — Your Best Year Ever!
Naomi Cramer Overton, President

Do you make New Year’s Resolutions? Many years, I have–like eating healthier or reading through the Bible (I’m still working on that one!).

So ... what might 2010 look like if you resolved to pray and fast with me for 6 Fridays?

On the first Friday of the month (starting February 5 and ending July 2) you could participate in seeing God’s story unfolding around you.

One such story inspired me to do this; it’s about a woman whose name means “Star.” You might know her as Esther, a woman who shines brightly at a strategic point in history: “And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?" — Esther 4:14b

Esther called her people to fast, because she knew there was strength in trusting God together. And she knew God put her in an important place at a pivotal time.

You also have a royal position (where you are now) and an essential purpose (what God has created you to be and do).

So, will you resolve to pray and fast with me?

Pray about whether this is for you at this time. If it is then:

  • Email prayer@MOPS.org with the subject line “Resolution.”
  • Mark your calendar for the first Friday of each month, February 5 through July 2.
  • Check out this fasting resource and consult your health care provider–especially important if you are nursing! You can fast from things other than food, like email or TV for instance; whatever frees up space to rely more on God.

Look for more information in Leaders Online in January. And get ready! Since we’ll be hanging out with the God who loves us, I look forward to a “best year ever!”
Fast Facts on Fasting
I am certainly no expert, but I have seen God do extraordinary things when I have answered His call to fast and pray. You might enjoy reading Bill Bright’s book, The Transforming Power of Fasting and Prayer. Much of the information I’m sharing with you is gleaned from this book. Another excellent resource on fasting is Richard Foster’s Celebration of Discipline.  more...