Authentic ministry leaders practice fasting
Some people become ministry leaders to get respect and admiration. But St. Paul says real ministry involves many hardships.
BIBLE VERSE
2 Corinthians 6:5. in beatings, in imprisonments, in riots, in labors, in watchings, in fastings;
DISCUSSION
commending ourselves, as servants of God. This passage tells us what the life of an authentic ministry leader is like. These are the things Paul brags about!
It is worth asking whether you know any Christian leader who brags about any of the things Paul mentions.
fastings. In those verses, Paul describes the life of an authentic apostle. Most of the things he lists are hardships. Among them is fasting. Fasting is part of the ministry of an apostle.
Does your ministry leader fast?
If you are a ministry leader, do you fast?
CAUTION
Fasting is only for those who are medically capable. Check with your health care provider. Experts say you need to be under the supervision of a doctor during the time of a fast.
SEE ALSO
Bible Verses about Fasting. To fast is to abstain from eating. And possibly drinking. Or to follow a restricted diet. It is a wonderful companion during special times in our lives.
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