The Fast of Daniel—Day One

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And the heavens were opened…

When He had been baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened to Him, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting upon Him.Matthew 3:16

This is not for the curious or risk takers, nor is it for hypocrites, overly religious or worldly people.
The Spirit of God is for those who are empty, poor, and especially, for those who thirst for Divine direction. It is a stepping stone for those who seek something far beyond anything this world has to offer.

Jesus was sent on a special mission. However, He still had to pay a price. He sacrificed. He renounced His family, youth, love life and friendships to accomplish His mission. And if He needed the direction of the Holy Spirit to guide Him, imagine those who wish to do His will and His work!

Most importantly, His mind and heart were already inspired by the Holy Spirit, even before He received Him.
The same will happen with all of those who are completely immersed in the faith of the Fast of Daniel.

Do you think that the yearning you have to receive the Holy Spirit came out of nowhere? No! A thousand times, no!
This was planted inside of you by the power of the Spirit of God.
...for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure. Philippians 2:13

Therefore, just as the heavens were opened over Jesus, they will also be opened over you to receive the same Spirit of God.

After all, He is the promise of the Lord Jesus to His followers.

Most likely, you will not see a dove descending upon your head, or feel anything out of this world. You won’t probably even speak in tongues. It does not matter. None of that is relevant.

The important thing is: if you renounce this world completely (mental fast), and seek with sincerity, then there is faith. And if there is faith, the heavens are already open over your head.

Also:
For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him... 2 Chronicles 16:9

Note: Find a secluded place right now.
Then, repeat this prayer:

My God and my Father, in the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, I come into Your presence to seek and receive the promise that says it would come to pass that the Lord would pour out His Spirit upon all flesh.
John the Baptist taught us that it is the Lord Jesus who baptizes with the Holy Spirit. Therefore, I call out to You, my Lord, my Savior and my God, baptize me RIGHT NOW WITH YOUR SPIRIT!

Amen