WHAT IS FASTING?
Unger's Bible Dictionary explains that the word fast in the Bible is from the Hebrew word sum, meaning "to cover" the mouth, or from the Greek word nesteuo, meaning "to abstain." Fasting is "a Christian's voluntary abstinence from food for spiritual purposes." Though The Day of Atonement--also called "the Fast" (Acts 27:9)-is the only fast day commanded by God (Leviticus 23:27), other national fast days are mentioned in the Bible. *We encourage those with health problems to consult a qualified medical practitioner before fasting.
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DOES JESUS EXPECT ME TO FAST?
Jesus expected that His followers would fast. (Matthew 6:16-17, "And when you fast...But when you fast..."). The Acts church fasted: (Acts 9:9, 13:2, 14:23; Matthew 9:14-15). Until Jesus returns, He expects us to fast.
DAILY focus and Scripture
January 12
God’s Will
Psalm 25:4-5
January 15
Israel
Zechariah 2:8
January 18
Loss/Grief
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
January 21
Hopes and Dreams
Philippians 2:13
January 24
Grow in Faith
Colossians 1:9-10
January 27
Family Unity
Colossians 3:14-15
January 30
Spiritual Warfare
2 Corinthians 10:3-5
January 13
Repentance/Surrender
Acts 3:19-20
January 16
Holy Spirit Presence
Ephesians 3:16-17
January 19
Military/1st Responders
Psalm 91:14-16
January 22
Reconciliation/Restoration
Ephesians 4:30-32
January 25
Courage to Witness
Acts 1:8
January 28
Perseverance
Galatians 6:9
February 1
Freedom from Addiction and Depression
Hebrews 4:15-16
January 14
Clear Direction/Vision for Growth
Habakkuk 2:2
January 17
Favor in Building Projects
Psalm 127:1
January 20
Health/Trust through Illness
Jeremiah 30:17
January 23
Worship
Psalm 86:9-10
January 26
Forgiveness
Matthew 18:21-22
January 29
Revival in our Country
2 Chronicles 7:14
February 2
Gratitude
1 Thessalonians 5:18