Been having some conversations on fasting. It almost seems taboo to mention. Some say it's not even necessary. I really feel there must be some importance to it. I guess the main thing is (once again) the motive of the heart. Am I trying to get God to do something for me? Or am I just wanting more God? I don't know if I know. I've listened to some messages addressing this and some of it made sense.
"It is a dreadful truth that the state of 'having to depend solely on God' is what we all dread most. And of course that just shows how very much, how almost exclusively, we have been depending on things." -C.S. Lewis
"When we fast, we turn from the things that daily grab our attention and focus on Him. During that time, we (hopefully) realize how much food and the things of this world are occupying our thoughts, time, activities and finances. Some may realize, too, that they have been famished for spiritual food." - Bill Bright
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I went to a Christian college, and fasting was mentioned often. Health issues aside, it was considered one of the most important rites a Christian could go through. I have never attempted it, but I would surmise that I would fail miserably. It just goes to show - the point of fasting is denying one's self. Food is far too important to me (on a selfish level - not a health level) to give up. Which I guess is the point.
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