We’ve known quite a few people who practice fasting. We asked them why they did it. Here is what they told us: Continue reading “Why would anyone fast?”
Category: fasting
Fasting with the Greek Orthodox
The Greek Orthodox community fasts more than 180 days a year. They are heroes of fasting! We suggest considering them your fasting partners. Continue reading “Fasting with the Greek Orthodox”
Ashley Edwards water fasted for 40 days
In a series of videos, a young woman named Ashley Edwards shares her 40-day journey of fasting on water. Continue reading “Ashley Edwards water fasted for 40 days”
Dealing with challenges while fasting
Once they begin fasting, most people face roadblocks. Here are three common difficulties, and some ways to overcome them: Continue reading “Dealing with challenges while fasting”
The king of Nineveh declares a fast
Jonah son of Amittai is sent to preach to the vast Gentile city of Nineveh. The king repents and declares that people and animals do a dry fast. Continue reading “The king of Nineveh declares a fast”
Authentic ministry leaders practice fasting
Some people become ministry leaders to get respect and admiration. But St. Paul says real ministry involves many hardships. Continue reading “Authentic ministry leaders practice fasting”
Daniel fasted from desirable foods
By 536 BC, the exiles had returned to Israel. God revealed to Daniel that a great war was coming. Daniel fasted three weeks, waiting on God in prayer. Continue reading “Daniel fasted from desirable foods”
The believers in Antioch fasted together
The believers in Antioch were fasting together. Then the Holy Spirit called them to do something which changed the entire world. Continue reading “The believers in Antioch fasted together”
Isaiah calls for True Fasting
People were keeping their religious obligations and even fasting. But they were corrupt and oppressed their employees. Isaiah called them to True Fasting. Continue reading “Isaiah calls for True Fasting”
Jesus fasted forty days and nights
Just before beginning his public ministry, Jesus went out into the desert. There, he fasted for 40 days and nights. Continue reading “Jesus fasted forty days and nights”