The Sanctuary begins its annual fast today after lunch. The type of fast is up to you but we encourage you to participate in some way. Strictly speaking, fasting is abstaining from food. Many of us will drink only water for the first three days and then we will transition into what is called the Daniel Fast or Daniel Diet for the remainder of the 21 days.
Fasting has numerous benefits both spiritually and physically. Obviously, if you have health concerns, you should consult with a doctor before fasting. But for most of us fasting is actually healthy if done properly.
Far more important is the spiritual benefits. Life is more than food, Luke 12:23. Fasting and prayer brings focus and priority to the real issues of life like little else can. Do you need a breakthrough? Are there lifestyle changes you need to make? Are you grappling with sinful behavior and temptation? Are there some things you need to change? Initiating a fast is a wonderful way to bring about change in your life. Fasting, when coupled with prayer, changes your life. It helps you see things from God's perspective. Join us for this year's fasting and prayer initiative.
I'll post additional details on the sermon notes tab with links that will be there for the duration of our church's fast.
