Fasting is an expression of faith. Fasting is the process of converting a hunger for food into a heart-hunger for God. Fasting is an exercise in emptiness to show us where our fullness can be found. Below are some guidelines to help you with preparing for a fast:
Is prayer a waste of time? After all, God knows what we need even before we ask. As you face your day with its challenges, disappointments, joys or trials consider these fourteen reasons to pray to God.
When we fast and pray, the idea is to create some space in our busy lives for what is spiritually most valuable to us. This is a great time for prayer and reflection. The Lord will give you fresh, new spiritual insights. Your confidence and faith in God will be strengthened. You will feel mentally, spiritually, and physically refreshed. You will see answers to your prayers. Our hope is that many people will be enriched in their faith through prayer and fasting.