Fasting was practiced throughout the Bible and Jesus said that we would fast after his death and resurrection. Early Christians fasted every Wednesday and Friday on one meal of bread and water. Over the centuries and around the world, fasting requirements have changed. What hasn’t changed is the purpose. Fasting helps us grow spiritually by focusing on the needs of our soul instead of the needs of our body. Food is good, but God is great!
Lord, help me to fast regularly so that I can focus on you.
Reflections on the Word of God 