Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
Scripture contains examples of several kinds of fasts. Fasting temporarily denies the body the satisfaction of its physical needs. A Christian can bring spiritual things into sharper focus through fasting.
Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
Fasting can help put us in the right frame of mind to receive the good things God has to offer.
Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
Some call fasting a spiritual discipline. It is often connected with prayer, Bible study and meditation. What is fasting and why does the Bible encourage us to fast?
Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
By denying ourselves food and water for a time, fasting reminds us we will die without physical sustenance. Likewise, we will die spiritually if we do not have spiritual nourishment. Without spiritual food, the living Word of God, we will...
by Robin Webber
Relying on Jesus’ name, the church of Pergamos, including its faithful martyr Antipas, was able to endure persecution to the end—as the way into life.
Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
It depends on your health situation, so fast using common sense, judgment and above all faith. Fasting is an excellent spiritual exercise to get our minds and spirits in tune with God's purpose and plan for us.
Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
Mardi Gras literally means "Fat Tuesday" in French (called Pancake Tuesday in England) and is associated with the Roman Catholic custom of Lent. But is it taught in the Bible? Would God want Christians to celebrate it?
Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
If you've never fasted before, a commitment of a day may be easier to accomplish and will familiarize you with the process. Use that first experience to learn what your body's particular reactions are.
by Gary Petty
Some believe a call for nationwide prayer and fasting, as recently issued by Texas Governor Rick Perry, would ignite religious revival and save America from impending doom. Would religious renewal help solve national problems? Just what...
by United Church of God
The apostle Paul admonished members in one of the churches he started, "Do not quench the Spirit" (1 Thessalonians 5:19). He also urged the young evangelist Timothy: "Stir up [rekindle into flame] the gift of God which is in you through...
Bible Questions and Answers
by United Church of God
Long after Jesus Christ’s death, the Day of Atonement continued as an important Holy Day for the New Testament Church of God. What does the Day of Atonement mean for Christians today?
by Jerold Aust
History proves mankind doesn’t know true peace. Yet God promises it will come. How? A series of biblical festivals shows how He will bring permanent peace to the entire world.