Why God Told Us to Fast for 21 Days Straight (My Mom’s Last Request) - Second Interview with Author Donna Stearns
What do you do when a loved one is slipping away—not just in body, but in mind? When dementia steals their memories, can it steal their peace with God?
In this deeply moving return interview, author and pastor’s wife Donna Stearns shares a story that will change how you view prayer, dementia, and “goodbye.” She reveals the powerful 21-day spiritual fast she undertook with her family for her mother, who was lost in the fog of dementia and—they discovered—lacking assurance of her salvation. This is more than an author interview. It’s a raw testimony of intercession, unexpected Jewish roots to their fast, and a heavenly vision that brought perfect peace three months before her mother’s passing.
👉 NEED HOPE FOR A LOVED ONE STRUGGLING?
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📖 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
The “Spiritual Medicine” Protocol: The exact 21-day Scripture-based routine (inspired by 2 Corinthians 4) Donna’s family used to pray over her mother—reading without commentary, taking communion, and singing.
The Vision in the Kitchen: The breathtaking moment Donna’s mother looked through the ceiling, raised her hands, and said, “I see him. He’s coming to take me home.”
The Real Healing: Why her mother wasn’t healed of dementia that day, but received something far greater: absolute assurance of her salvation and heavenly home.
The “God Wink” Timing: The astonishing discovery a year later that their 21-day fast aligned perfectly with the Jewish “Three Weeks of Sorrow”—a period of mourning, repentance, and hope.
Donna’s Writing Journey: Insights into her captivating Biblical fiction novels (The Nazarene’s Price, Cost and Crown) and her new children’s book, Damien’s Search, born from a child’s question about Jesus’s skin color.
✨ KEY TAKEAWAYS FOR FAITH & FAMILY:
A person’s soul is never sick, even when their mind is. God’s presence transcends dementia. Prayer is about transformation, not just transaction. The greatest answer to their fast wasn’t physical healing, but spiritual certainty. God’s timing is woven with meaning. Coincidences are often divine appointments (“God winks”). Your creative calling has purpose. Donna’s writing ministry was reignited while caring for her mother, proving God gives purpose in every season.
📚 DONNA STEARNS’ BOOKS & RESOURCES:
Biblical Fiction: The Nazarene’s Price & Cost and Crown (Amazon, B&N)
Children’s Book: Damien’s Search
Blog & Updates: “Meeting Jesus with Donna Stearns” (Website & Facebook)
Work-in-Progress: They Called His Name Yeshua Emmanuel
👇 YOUR TURN—COMMENT BELOW:
Have you walked alongside a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s? How did you find spiritual strength? Or, what question about God or faith feels unanswered in your season of waiting? Share your story below—your words may be the comfort someone needs today.
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