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IMITATE the Way of Christ: Fasting

March 12, 2023 • Riley Sampson

Fasting is the practice of setting aside food and other distractions for spiritual purposes.

Fasting prepares us to hear God’s voice more clearly.

Matthew 9:14-18

We see God honor faith filled fasting and prayer for different purposes all throughout scripture.

Paul and early church leaders fasted and prayed and received direction from God.

Acts 13:2-3

The Ninavites fasted and prayed in repentance.

Jonah 3:5-10

Anna worshiped, fasted, and prayed as she interceded for her people.

Luke 2:36-38

King Jehosaphat and the people of Judah fasted and prayed to be delivered from their enemies.

2 Chronicles 20:1-4

2 Chronicles 20:12-17

Jesus modeled fasting and prayer to put to death the flesh and live by the Spirit.

Galatians 5:16-25

John 14:30

Throughout scripture we see God honor the all in faith of those who seek Him with all their heart.

Hebrews 11:6

Is God calling you to fast?