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
David, Esther, Jesus, Paul and more all fasted.
by Don Hooser
Three earlier articles in this series covered prayer, Bible study and thinking or meditation. Along with those spiritual tools, we need to frequently combine this fourth tool—fasting.
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.
Tools for Spiritual Growth
by United Church of God
The Bible shows us that many notable figures spent time in fasting—going without food and drink. God even commands us to fast at least one day each year. What does fasting teach us, and how can we use this tool for growth?
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
When we approach the throne of grace through fasting, God will help us “loose the bonds of wickedness” (Isaiah 58:6). He will help us remove the sin that so easily ensnares us (Hebrews 12:1).