1 Timothy 1:5 (Amplified)
5 But the goal of our instruction is love [which springs] from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.
You’ve made it to Day 8! By this time, you are in a rhythm and have likely starting to build personal confidence in fasting and prayer as you seek God. The Apostle Paul gives instructions to Timothy about the purpose of instruction. The purpose is love from a pure heart, a good conscience, and sincere faith. As you continue to pray and fast asking God to revive you and your family and your church, also pray that He would cause you to be overflowing with love. The reason we follow Jesus, the reason we worship in community, the reason we obey his Word, is not to have some moral high ground over the world, but to be overflowing in love.
And, that sounds a lot like the Great Commandment - Love God with all of your heart, your soul, and your strength, and love you neighbor as yourself.
Lord, baptize us with your love!