One of the fruits of fasting is not volume, but clarity. Scripture shows us that those who fasted and prayed—like Anna and Simeon—recognized Jesus when others overlooked Him. Fasting softens the noise so God’s voice becomes easier to recognize. Premium members, Day 11’s devotional and video are available in the Classroom → Forward Moving Faith → Day 11. Today’s invitation is simple but sacred: How is God making me more sensitive to His voice? Give yourself permission to slow down today. Listening is not inactivity—it’s alignment.

Almost midway through the fast, today’s theme invites us to lift our eyes higher. Prayer and fasting don’t twist God’s arm—they position us to live under what Scripture calls an open heaven. When heaven opens, clarity comes. Direction sharpens. Sensitivity to the Spirit increases. If you’re continuing the journey, you’ll find Day 10’s devotional and teaching video in the Classroom → Forward Moving Faith → Day 10. As you journal, consider: In what areas of my life am I asking God to open the heavens—and what truth am I declaring there? Stay attentive today.God often confirms His will quietly before He moves powerfully.

A new Tuesday devotional is available for you this week. 🤍 As many of us are fasting and beginning this year with intention, this devotional invites us to pause and consider this question: Am I resting in God’s faithfulness—or trying to carry the weight of His promises myself? You’ll find today’s devotional in FREE: Classroom → Impact Faith Starter → Devotionals PREMIUM: Classroom → Devotionals → January 2026 When you’ve had a chance to read, feel free to share in the comments: Where do you sense God inviting you to trust His timing more deeply right now?

I feel god reflecting his light through me to serve others.

Welcome back, family. As we step into week two of prayer and fasting, today’s focus is light—the kind that breaks heaviness, lifts oppression, and brings healing into places that have felt stuck. Isaiah reminds us that the fast God chooses isn’t about loss; it’s about release. As you continue the rhythm this week, expect God’s light to meet you right where you are—not because you’ve done this perfectly, but because He is faithful. Premium members, today’s Day 8 devotional and video are available in the Classroom → Forward Moving Faith → Day 8. As you reflect and journal, ask: Where is God shining His light in my life right now? Let this week begin with expectancy. Darkness does not get the final word—His light does. https://www.skool.com/aaronandjulieschilling/classroom/de15df50?md=c923703aa3de4a809641dcd93f1aff81