How to Fast- Lent Series

“So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.” John 8:36 

We read Matthew 6: 16-18 last week, but I think it's an important reminder. “When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, 1so that it will not be obvious to others that you are fasting, but only to your Father, who is unseen; and your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”

Hebrews 12:11 says “No discipline is pleasant at the time but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who are trained by it.” Oh how sweet the sound! Doesn’t that just sound amazing!? I crave that spiritual freedom, but food freedom, all the freedom! Don’t you? I imagine you do or you’d skip right by this episode! 

Fasting options:

1. The standard fast- no food for a certain number of days. Yes to water and juice. Depending on the length of your fast you may add a clear broth. 
2. The Sun up to Sun down fast- You only eat after sundown, you pray at the other meal times.
3. The Partial/Selective Fast- this is for people with a medical condition who want to do something, but can’t give up food completely. Fast sugar or starches, meat and dairy to name a few. 

Lord, I am excited to fast and get over myself! I know You will have to show up for me in a big way, but You do that anyway Lord. I am so grateful for the opportunity to connect with You this way Father. Show me how to get started and lead me when it gets tough. Thank You for the cross, thank You for loving me when I’m unlovable. Thank You Father for second chances and for the chains that will break in YOUR NAME during this Lent season. We give You all the glory! Forever and ever, AMEN! 

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