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The literal meaning in Hebrew for the word fast is to ‘cover one’s mouth’ which is usually interpreted to mean refraining from food. It seems wrong to not eat food for an extended period of time. It is counterintuitive until we put God into the picture and ask ourselves, “Who or what do I need to put first in my life?” The answer is God. Fasting is a sacrifice. It means giving up something you would normally have and enjoy. As Christians, we must rely on God and understand that everything comes from Him. Matt Carter says that fasting is a great reminder of everything He has done for us.

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God’s heart moves when we call out to Him. Fasting redirects our focus and creates a dependence on God. This dependence strengthens our relationship with Him and opens our eyes to our need. Fasting is a way to remember our relationship with the Father. It becomes a way to praise Him by giving up something unfulfilling in comparison to His love for us.

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  • When is the last time you felt you had to completely rely on God?
  • What can you fast so that you are reminded of your dependence on God?
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Isaiah 41:13

For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, “Fear not, I am the one who helps you.”

Psalms 73:26

My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.

Psalms 121:1-2

I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.

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To find Hidden Forces in Fasting on The Bible App you can try the following link
The Bible App Direct Link
or use the search phrase MYLC Fast Hidden in the Search Box of the App.

As a separate system, we cannot integrate The Bible App directly into our website. But if you use the MYLC+ option in the player, we will be able to track your progress.