The Hidden Power of Prayer and Fasting: Releasing the Awesome Power of the Praying Church by Mahesh Chavda

by Mahesh Chavda

The praying believer is the confident believer. But the fasting believer is the overcoming believer. This book is designed to inspire readers to tap into God's power and change their lives, their cities, and their nation!

Genres: Christian, Prayer, Nonfiction, Christianity, Christian Non Fiction, Christian Living, Religion

Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

Reviews

[Élizabeth · Rating 1 out of 5]

In this book, I've read some of the most encouraging stories of God's power being displayed! It certainly encourages one to fast regularly and highlights the power that God graciously gives through fasting because our satisfaction of God glorifies Him. However, throughout the book, I find that Chavda's claims were not supported adequately (aka. explained so I would know why he says these) and that his hermeneutics were at times badly made. I appreciate his explanation of charismatic teachings related to fasting and the Great Commission, but people of other denominations may have a hard time getting through the book. I also lost interest in various parts of the books because I personally had difficulty connecting with the author's style. For these reasons, I give the book a 2. I would recommend it only to people of charismatic faith or to people who have an interest in miracle stories.

[Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

Filled with Biblical examples along with personal testimonies, this book lays out the duty of Christians to include fasting with their prayers. I'd read this originally a couple years ago and recently picked it up again. I remember my original response. I had heard enough messages about how fasting is a spiritual discipline and the whole thing turned me off. Then I read this for the first time and it turned around my thinking. For the first time, I could see the joy that can come as a result of seeking the Lord this way. Reading the book this time, I found myself thinking of various experiences I've had over the last few years of some sort of fast with the objective of seeking the Lord for some specific direction and the wonderful ways those prayers were answered. Confirmation that it doesn't have to be a chore.

[Dee McDaniels · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Book! This is my 2nd time reading this. Read it many years ago. Mahesh has a way of writing and engaging you. The content of this book is very easy to insane follow and Apply! I am certain I will read it again at some point in the future - it is just one of those refreshing “refreshers” that reminds you of God’s word concerning prayer and fasting. One of my favorite books!

[Davina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Si no sabés nada del ayuno, tiene muchos conceptos básicos y es fácil de entender. Además es súper bíblico.

[Emily McClure · Rating 5 out of 5]

My review here:
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[Steffi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jesus said 'when you fast' not, 'if you fast'. Fasting is not talked about enough in the modern western church. It seems to have been neglected with other spiritual disciplines as optional, which is not what Jesus says. I have been a member of churches for my whole life, yet I cannot remember having any teaching on fasting whatsoever. I borrowed this from a friend. It is excellent. I'm going to buy my own copy. It talks about the basics of fasting, taking principles directly from scripture. Mahesh also shares the many personally-witnessed testimonies of the power God unleashed through prayer and fasting. He also talks frankly through the types of fast, how to break a fast, and what to bear in mind if you have healtg problems that would be affected by fasting etc. I think this is an essential for any Christian or 'little Christ' who wants to live as Jesus commanded us, especially those who, like me, don't feel they would know where to start.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although there are aspects to the book I don't agree with (homosexuality is a demon that needs to be exercised out of people) the overall message is good. We need to pray. Pray for our nation, our family, our church, and community. And we are called to fast too. And it answers questions as to why we should fast and what power there is behind fasting. I'd recommend it to someone who believes in the power of prayer and wants to kick it up a notch.

[Lance Towers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Probably one of the best books on fasting written in the past 20 years based on its autobiographical portions alone. Few have borne the fruit Chavda has before writing on this subject. The richest part of the testimony tells of his working in a hospital for mentally handicapped children in Lubbock in the 70's. The deliverance and healing of a boy named Stevie, after Mahesh fasts 14 days, is what launches Chavda into a lifestyle of fasting and further ministry dreams.

[Nate Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow this book has challenged me to go deeper and deeper! As well brought back to memory a prophecy that was spoken over me in my teens God is going to accomplish! Totally helps you really understand the purpose of Prayer and fasting!

[justin Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Awesome

This book inspires one to go after one of the most unused tools in the Christian church and that is fasting and the powers it hold I recommended it for anyone who wants to know about fasting without out having to read a complicated message. #Awsome

[Jenny Sanders · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ten chapters covering the purpose and practice of fasting.

Not just something for biblical times, but Mahesh Chavda explains the importance of foregoing food in order to press in to the presence and power of God and illustrates his points with multiple examples from his own life and ministry.

Perhaps his most impactful point is how the gospel writers say that Jesus went into the desert to be tempted after His baptism, 'full of the Holy Spirit', but emerged 40 days later 'in the power of the Spirit.' A crucial difference that may motivate us to wards pursuing this discipline.

[Olivia Schube · Rating 5 out of 5]

10 million brilliant shining stars. This book has rocked my world. Everyone who wants to grow in their relationship with Christ and learn to actually break through barriers and tap into his power and know him in deeper ways should ABSOLUTELY read this book. I will read and reference this one again and again and again because it's so important and unfortunately, not talked about NEARLY enough. I am SO thankful for this book.

[Clare Briggs · Rating 1 out of 5]

Glad I read it because it challenged my perspective however I would not recommend. I dont think he communicated clear points throughout the chapters. It felt like a book just focused on all of his stories, which could be encouraging at times, however by the end of a chapter I dont think It was super clear what the takeaway was supposed to be. I felt like every story communicated similar themes and it seemed pointless for this book to even be divided into chapters.

[Emily Booher · Rating 2 out of 5]

The exclamation points and italicized words weren’t enough, this also felt like it was laced with hyperbole. Maybe the author is sincere, but calling a book The Hidden Power of Prayer and Fasting and then proceeding to show how prayer and fasting really are the most obvious thing throughout scripture exposed the title as the charismatic clickbait that it is. Am I a charismatic clickbait clicker? If I am, at least now I’m a fasted one.

[Rebecca Nalley · Rating 1 out of 5]

A must read book on prayer and fasting

This would literally NOT allow me to give more than one star!! The enemy does not want anyone to read this book! But I give this book 5 STARS!! It is. Must read for those who want to know of walking g in the power of the Holy Spirit through prayer and fasting.

[yevanna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book!

I’m really inspired and ignited to pray after reading this book.I loved very much his life experiences of how God lead him through different situations and people to teach the importance of fasting and prayer.I recommend this book to all who are really want to make their payers life’s changed forever.

[Candace Cauble · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the testimonies in this book and the countless examples he used to show why fasting is a very important key for the Church as a whole or as an individual to achieve breakthrough. I also liked that he included frequently asked questions about fasting to help clarify what is acceptable to God.

[oliva · Rating 5 out of 5]

Simply Amazing

Personally I have learned a lot about the power of fasting and praying . This book is a must read for anyone who want to know how important it is to fast and pray at the same time .

[Dawn Chambers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Power of fasting

What a great read about the power of the Holy Spirit through prayer and fasting! The truths of this book reminds us Christians what our true purpose is in this life we our given through Christ.

[Dortheaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loveeeeeee this book! Mr. Mahesh Chavda shares deeply understanding of prayer and fasting. He also gives practical ways on how to fasting based on your health, the types of fasting from the bible, and his tips when we want to learn fast from the very beginning.

[Sandy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Much needed

This was very informative and recommended by the wonderful deliverance ministers pastor David Bryan and his wife Cheryl from The Glad Tidings church in Yuba city, CA! Thank you for writing this much needed book!

[Jazmyn Burton · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars. I felt like there was some really good passages on fasting in this book, but there was also some chapters that had me raising my eyebrows a little. Overall, this book is worth a read if you, like me, are new to fasting for God.

[Adalia Vera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Needed this

This wasn't what I was expecting when I bought it but I'm so glad that I did. We all need to fast and pray because we have a job to do.

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing

Now i can finish on my assignment. You're amazing and i'm thankful for this book. I can't wait for the next one

[Ramona Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the BEST book on fasting I've read! This is the best book I've read in a long time--maybe ever (aside from the Bible of course)!! I'm rereading it soon. Read this book!

[Jonathan Tapia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it

Simple and powerful read. It brings encouragement and scriptural truth to fast and pray. Only then will we see the love and power of God released.
Great read

[Jorge · Rating 4 out of 5]

Un libro inspirador que nos desafía a tomar en serio el ayuno.
Lectura fácil, agradable. El autor incluye numerosos testimonios y base bíblica

[Ruth Violet · Rating 5 out of 5]

A most excellent read. I definitely recommend it!

[Laurie-Ann Curry · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don't normally read books like this however, I was drawn to The Hidden Power of Prayer and Fasting. Well worth the read and I am sharing it with friends.

[Ebony · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book really helped unlock the "mystery" of fasting to me. It helped to break off any religious and legalistic views I had about it before reading it.