FASTING AND PRAYER — ACTIVATING SPIRITUAL AUTHORITY.

DATE: 23rd of January 2026

AUTHOR: Evang Ademola Elemo

SERIES: MYSTERIES OF FASTING AND PRAYER (PART 3).

Scripture Reading:

“Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you.”

— Luke 10:19

��️ MEDITATION

Fasting and prayer are not just for personal growth—they are tools of spiritual authority.

The believer who fasts with prayer enters a realm where God grants authority to command, bind, and release in the spiritual and natural realms.

Spiritual authority is not earned by knowledge alone; it is activated through discipline, dependence, and obedience.

Every stronghold, attack, or limitation you face is subject to God’s authority, and fasting intensifies your capacity to operate in it.

Authority flows naturally when the flesh is subdued, the spirit strengthened, and prayers are consistent.

Through fasting and prayer, believers move from reaction to spiritual mastery.

�� KEY TRUTHS ABOUT SPIRITUAL AUTHORITY

1. Authority Comes From God: We cannot command in our own strength.

Supporting Scripture:

“All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore…” — Matthew 28:18-19

2. Fasting Releases Kingdom Power: Discipline strengthens spiritual impact.

Supporting Scripture:

“This kind can come forth by nothing, but by prayer and fasting.” — Mark 9:29

3. Prayer Aligns Your Will With Heaven: Authority is exercised when aligned with God’s purpose.

Supporting Scripture:

“Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.” — Matthew 6:10

�� REFLECTION QUESTIONS

Am I exercising authority in prayer or just asking passively?

Where in my life or community should I release God’s authority?

Am I consistent in fasting to strengthen spiritual impact?

�� PRAYER

Father, activate Your authority in my life.

Let me walk in dominion over every attack and limitation.

Strengthen me through fasting and prayer to exercise spiritual mastery.

Help me to act in alignment with Your will and purpose. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

�� DECLARATIONS

I walk in spiritual authority daily.

The power of God flows through my fasting and prayer.

Every attack and limitation bows before me.

I operate in dominion over the enemy’s schemes.

Heaven aligns with my prayers and commands.

�� ACTION POINT FOR TODAY

Identify one area of authority God has given you and intentionally release it in prayer today.