Why Fasting Attracts God: 2 Things You Should Never Do While Fasting
Summary
TLDRThis video explores the concept of fasting from both a spiritual and practical perspective. It highlights the historical and biblical foundations of fasting, emphasizing its significance as a spiritual discipline. The video discusses various types of fasts, such as the absolute, normal, partial, and rotation fasts, and provides guidance on how to undertake fasting for the first time. It stresses the importance of fasting with the right intentions and in private, as taught by Jesus. Additionally, the video offers tips for planning and successfully completing a fast, encouraging viewers to deepen their connection with God through sincere prayer and discipline.
Takeaways
- 🍲 The human body is likened to a powerful engine that requires food as fuel to function, with hunger serving as a natural signal to refuel.
- 📅 In modern society, the norm is to eat three meals a day, with breakfast considered the most important meal for setting the tone of the day.
- 🙏 Fasting is a spiritual practice, distinct from dieting, often undertaken for religious or spiritual reasons, such as in the case of the Yom Kippur fast in Judaism.
- 📖 The Bible references fasting as a means to achieve spiritual goals, with Jesus instructing his disciples on the proper approach to fasting in Matthew 6:16-18.
- 🤔 Concerns about fasting include the fear of hunger, the challenge of endurance, and potential social stigma from not eating.
- 🙊 Jesus emphasized the importance of humility in fasting, warning against seeking public recognition for one's spiritual practices.
- 🤝 Fasting can be a communal activity, with benefits such as shared motivation, accountability, and collective celebration of the fast's end.
- 📝 It's important to have a clear purpose for fasting, which can be clarified by writing down personal reasons and goals.
- 🚫 Fasting is not simply about abstaining from food; it's about dedicating oneself to prayer and seeking divine intervention.
- 🏔 Fasting is compared to climbing a mountain, demanding both spiritually and physically, and should be approached with a clear understanding and preparation.
- 💪 Starting small with fasting, such as skipping one meal, is encouraged, especially for beginners, as it's a step of faith that God honors regardless of its length.
Q & A
What is the primary purpose of food in the context of the human body as described in the script?
-Food serves as fuel for the human body, satisfying hunger and providing energy, which is essential for maintaining life and the body's functions as part of nature's balance.
Why might someone choose to go hungry or fast in modern times?
-Some individuals fast for various reasons, including weight loss, health reasons, or spiritual purposes. The script specifically mentions fasting for spiritual reasons as a practice found in religious texts like the Bible.
What does the Bible refer to as fasting and why was it practiced in the Old Testament?
-Fasting in the Bible is a spiritual discipline where one abstains from food for a defined period to achieve a spiritual goal. In the Old Testament, fasting was practiced as a form of atonement and to remember the solemn experience of salvation, such as during the Yom Kippur fast.
According to the script, what did Jesus advise his disciples about fasting?
-Jesus advised his disciples to avoid making a public show of their fasting. He instructed them to anoint their heads and wash their faces so that their fasting would not be obvious to others, emphasizing that the reward for fasting should come from God, who sees in secret.
What are some of the concerns people might have about fasting, as mentioned in the script?
-People might be concerned about feeling hungry and experiencing painful hunger pains, enduring the fast, the perception of friends if they fast, and the potential impact on their daily routines or social life.
What is the difference between fasting as a spiritual discipline and dieting for health reasons, according to the script?
-Fasting as a spiritual discipline is about abstaining from food temporarily to focus on spiritual needs and prayer, often with the aim of seeking God's intervention. Dieting for health reasons, on the other hand, is about managing one's diet for physical health and well-being, and it is not primarily focused on spiritual growth or connection with God.
What does the script suggest as a good starting point for someone who has never fasted before?
-The script suggests starting with a one-day fast, such as skipping one meal, as a first step of faith. This allows the individual to experience fasting without overwhelming their body and mind.
Why is it beneficial to fast with a companion according to the script?
-Fasting with a companion provides strength in numbers, accountability, and shared motivation. It can help individuals stay committed, discuss doubts and fears, and celebrate the victory of completing the fast together.
What are the different types of fasts mentioned in the script, and what are their characteristics?
-The script mentions the absolute fast (no food or water), the normal fast (no solid food, only liquids), the partial fast (eliminating certain foods or drinks), and the rotation fast (introducing one new food group each day for six days after an initial fast).
How should one approach the decision to fast and choose the type of fast, according to the script?
-The decision to fast and the choice of the type of fast should be based on several factors, including the individual's specific situation, the reason for fasting, comfort level, and timing. The script suggests starting small, matching the type of fast to the reason, and considering the individual's weekly schedule and any upcoming events.
Outlines
🍲 Understanding Fasting: Spiritual and Health Perspectives
This paragraph discusses the concept of fasting from both a spiritual and health perspective. It begins by highlighting the human body's need for food as fuel, as well as the natural cycle of eating three meals a day that modern society follows. The paragraph then contrasts this with the practice of fasting for spiritual reasons, as mentioned in religious texts like the Bible. It explains that fasting is a way to focus on spiritual goals and is not merely a dietary practice. The Old Testament's Yom Kippur fast is used as an example, illustrating how fasting was a communal act of atonement. The paragraph also includes advice from Jesus on the proper attitude towards fasting, emphasizing the importance of sincerity and privacy in spiritual practices rather than seeking public recognition.
🙏 The Spiritual Discipline of Fasting
This paragraph delves into the spiritual discipline of fasting, distinguishing it from dieting and health-related food elimination. It outlines various types of fasts practiced for spiritual reasons and emphasizes the importance of pairing fasting with prayer. The paragraph suggests that fasting is a biblical discipline that can enhance one's spiritual fitness and likens Christians to soldiers who must be proficient in various disciplines, with fasting being one of them. It also addresses potential concerns about fasting, such as the fear of hunger or the challenge of enduring the fast, and advises starting small and being sincere in one's intentions. The paragraph encourages finding a fasting companion for support and accountability and highlights the benefits of shared spiritual experiences.
📜 Exploring Different Types of Fasts
This paragraph provides an in-depth look at the different types of fasts one can undertake. It starts with the absolute fast, where both food and water are abstained from, and mentions the biblical account of Paul's experience after his encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. It then describes the normal fast, which involves abstaining from solid food while consuming liquids, and the partial fast, which allows for certain foods like vegetables and water. The paragraph also references the Daniel Fast and John Wesley's practice of fasting for spiritual empowerment. Lastly, it introduces the rotation fast, typically used for medical purposes to identify food allergies or reactions, and explains the process of this type of fast.
🗓 Planning and Committing to Your Fast
The final paragraph focuses on the practical aspects of planning and committing to a fast. It advises first-time fasters to start with a one-day fast and to choose a fast type that matches the seriousness of their spiritual goal. The paragraph emphasizes the importance of comfort and timing in deciding when to fast, suggesting consideration of one's weekly schedule and upcoming events. It also encourages individuals to pray and seek wisdom before embarking on a fast, reminding them that the sincerity of the heart and the pursuit of a deeper connection with God through prayer are more important than the fasting itself. The paragraph concludes with a prayer for understanding the spiritual purpose of fasting and gratitude for the strength and discipline it provides.
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Keywords
💡Fasting
💡Hunger
💡Spiritual Discipline
💡Day of Atonement
💡Prayer
💡Dietary Habits
💡Religious Observance
💡Secret Prayer
💡Spiritual Fitness
💡Sin and Atonement
💡Discipleship
Highlights
God created the human body as a highly tuned physical engine that needs fuel, known as food.
Modern times condition us to eat three times a day, often for strength and health.
Fasting is a practice of abstaining from food for spiritual reasons, as described in the Bible.
In the Old Testament, Jewish faithful were required to fast on the Day of Atonement, known as the Yum Kippur fast.
Jesus emphasized that fasting should not be done for public acclaim but as a private spiritual discipline.
Fasting is seen as a way to dedicate oneself to secret prayer and seeking God's intervention.
Concerns about fasting include the fear of hunger pains and doubts about enduring the fast.
Fasting is a private commitment between you and God and can also be done in groups for specific purposes.
There are various types of fasts, including the absolute fast, normal fast, partial fast, and rotation fast.
First-time fasters are advised to start small, such as skipping one meal, and plan their fast carefully.
Fasting with a companion can provide support, accountability, and shared spiritual experiences.
Writing down the reasons for fasting helps sharpen focus and commitment.
Planning and committing to a fast based on God's grace is essential for a successful fast.
Different types of fasts suit different purposes and comfort levels, such as the Daniel Fast or John Wesley's Fast.
Prayer is an integral part of fasting, and the sincerity of one's heart is crucial.
Fasting is compared to climbing a mountain, requiring both spiritual and physical discipline.
God honors the commitment to fasting, regardless of its duration, and values the sincerity of prayers.
Fasting can improve spiritual fitness and help believers become prayer warriors for God.
The ultimate goal of fasting is to seek a deeper connection with God through prayer and discipline.
Fasting can be done for various reasons, such as seeking God's guidance, deliverance from addictions, or spiritual growth.
Transcripts
God created the human body as a highly
tuned physical engine of immense power
but it needs fuel to keep running this
fuel is known as food God created in us
an appetite for food known as hunger to
ensure that the body gets fueled food
satisfies our appetites and provides us
energy as part of Nature's Balance to
keep life moving so why would someone
choose to go hungry in modern times we
are conditioned to eat three times a day
we are constantly reminded that a hearty
breakfast is the foundation of the day
eat so that you may be strong we were
taught in school to eat three full meals
a day and exercise to be strong so why
skip meals the world calls not eating
dieting and often does it to lose weight
or for health reasons but some abstain
from eating for Spiritual reasons this
is referred to in the Bible as fasting a
fast is typically undertaken for a
defined period to achieve a spiritual
goal consider the following example from
the Old Testament once a year Jewish
faithful were required to fast Leviticus
16:29 and this shall be a statute
forever for you in the seventh month on
the 10th day of the month you shall
afflict your souls and do no work at all
whether it be one of your own country or
a stranger that sojourneth among you the
Yum kipur fast because this fast was
observed on the day of atonement it is
known as the Yum kipur fast the phrase
meaning day of atonement God required
his people to fast once a year on the
day of atonement everyone fasted why
everyone because God wished for all to
remember the solemn experience of their
salvation on the day of atonement the
high priest entered the holy of holies
and offered the blood of an animal in
exchange for the sins of all Leviticus
16:4 and he shall wash his flesh with
water in the Holy place and put on his
garments and come forth and offer his
burnt offering and the burnt offering of
the people and make an atonement for
himself and for the people because the
day of atonement dealt with the sins of
the nation everyone fasted to identify
with the high priest who sacrificed a
lamb for the Forgiveness of their sins
Jes Jesus told his disciples when you
fast Matthew 6:
16-18 when you fast do not look somber
like the Hypocrites for they disfigure
their faces to show others they are
fasting truly I tell you they have
received their reward in full but when
you fast anoint your head and wash your
face so that it will not be obvious to
others that you are fasting but only to
your father who is unseen and your
father who sees what is done in secret
will reward you you when you give up
Foods both pleasurable and necessary you
catch God's attention even back then
Jesus warned us not to flaunt our
fasting Jesus cautioned his disciples
not to fast for public Acclaim the fact
that he said whenever you fast indicates
that he considers fasting a legitimate
spiritual discipline fasting is
temporarily abstaining from a bodily
desire usually food in favor of a
spiritual ual need instead of eating you
dedicate yourself to secret prayer
seeking God's intervention in the realm
however if your goal in avoiding food is
so that others praise how spiritual you
appear then their approval will be your
reward concerns about fasting if you
have never fasted before the idea of
going without food for any period is
likely daunting people are concerned
about a variety of issues because we are
programmed to eat three times a day many
wonder if they will feel hungry and if
the hunger pains will be painful others
have different concerns such as whether
they can endure they do not want to
embark on a journey they cannot complete
what if you see a TV commercial
suggesting that a chocolate bar will
help you get through an afternoon energy
slump others worry about how their
friends will perceive them if they fast
will my friends think I'm strange if
they find out I'm fasting the answer is
simple you do not fast to impress your
friends and you usually do not even tell
them as previously mentioned Jesus said
when you fast anoint your head and wash
your face so that it will not be obvious
to others that you are fasting but only
to your father who is unseen and your
father who sees what is done in secret
will reward you openly Matthew 6: 17 and
18 Jesus was reminding us not to make an
outward show of our religious Devotion
to God instead fasting is a private
commitment between you and God you can
fast in private and tell no one other
times you might participate in a public
fast such as with your church or another
individual to address a problem Ezra
fasted with 4,000 people and Esther
asked all Jewish Believers to fast for
divine intervention every year in May
Christians are invited to partip ipate
in the national day of prayer and
fasting what fasting is fasting is not
the same as dieting nor is it about
eliminating food for health reasons
there are many types of fasts for
Spiritual reasons and there are many
reasons to fast and pair the experience
with prayer fasting is a Biblical
discipline that can help anyone improve
their spiritual Fitness and become a
prayer Warrior for God some believe that
Christians don't require discipline
however we build our strength through
spiritual exercises we must remember
that we are Soldiers of Christ a good
soldier is proficient in a variety of
disciplines fasting is just one of the
many disciplines of a Christian Jesus
told his disciples that when you pray
for others whether for your church or
for people's salvation Satan will oppose
you fasting like climbing a mountain is
demanding both spiritually and
physically embark on this adventure with
a clear understanding of what you are
doing and with the knowledge that the
path ahead may be challenging but the
rewards will be well worth it start
small if this is your first fast God
will honor your first step of Faith
which may seem small to others but will
be a great step for you God also cares
about your heart's response during
fasting your attitude is a very serious
part of your fast just as when a man
proposes to a woman it is not the length
of his proposal that gets a yes but the
heart behind it so when you begin to
fast don't worry about how long your
fast should last just make sure your
relationship with God is in good order
God knows everything he understands and
values the sincerity of your prayers
more than their length so if you have
never fasted before start with a fast
from skipping one meal in the Old
Testament Jews were required to fast for
one day on yam Kapur each year a day
began at Sunset and ended at Sunset the
next day day according to the Jewish
calendar God taught the Jews to count
their days so the evening and the
morning were the first day Genesis
1:5 plan to start your fast when the sun
sets or maybe just before sunset this
means you will skip the normal evening
meal then skip breakfast and lunch the
next day after the sunsets most Jews
broke their fast by eating a normal meal
fasting with a companion even though
private prayer and fasting are the
foundation of all intercession if you
have never walked this path before you
might want to start your fasting Journey
with another person if you are fasting
for a specific answer to prayer invite
someone to pray and fast with
you there is strength in numbers Jesus
said Matthew 18:
18-19 truly I tell you whatever you bind
on Earth will be bound in heaven and
whatever you loose on Earth will be
loosed in heaven again truly I tell you
that if two of you on Earth agree about
anything you ask for it will be done for
them by my Father in Heaven these verses
are not just about prayer they are also
about the commitment we make in
agreement with another person think of
it this way when you plan a vacation
with another person it's more memorable
if you plan dream and share experiences
together when you share your vacation
with another person you probably enjoy
it more the same is true for fasting
when you share the experience of fasting
and praying together your prayers are
likely to be more focused fasting with
another person on the other hand has
additional benefits you have someone to
discuss your doubts questions and fears
with if fasting intimidates you the
strength of another person can help you
overcome it you can always call each
other for advice and to check how it's
going this phone call might give you the
motivation you need to keep going don't
forget the celebration when you climb a
mountain alone you're doing it to prove
something to yourself and the Victory is
solely yours but when you climb with
others you have many people to celebrate
with when you reach the top you
celebrate Embrace and then return to
tell everyone about your Victory when
you finish the fast you can Rejoice
together simply being together makes the
taste of Victory even sweeter another
advantage of fasting with a friend is is
that it establishes accountability
you'll be less tempted to eat a snack or
break your fast if you know a friend is
aware of your fasting perhaps you've
already run or walked for health with a
friend if so you understand how having a
partner can help you stay committed when
things get tough if you are strong you
might not need someone to help with
accountability but if you're not teaming
up with someone in the same boat can be
beneficial fasting with purpose when
you're preparing to fast look deep
within your heart to discover why you're
fasting there are countless reasons for
fasting which we will discuss you might
already have a reason when young David
faced Goliath no other Israeli soldier
wanted to confront the giant they not
only refused to fight Goliath but each
gave David a different reason to avoid
the battle however David was undeterred
he had a compelling reason to fight that
particular giant it's not just about
praying and fasting we fast for a reason
are you willing to fast and give up your
pleasures make a list of your causes
write them down on paper so you can see
them with your own eyes when you keep a
cause only in your mind it can become
blurry or vague you might have a general
idea of why you should fast now but take
time to write down your reasons this
will sharpen your focus if you see it
written plan everything don't enter your
fast casually or with a careless
attitude ude plan to succeed if you
don't you're likely to fail don't
participate in a fast just to see how
far you can go I'll try until I get
hungry some people have said about
fasting they then give up at the first
sign of discomfort make a firm
commitment to fast for a day regardless
of the circumstances you've moved from
thinking about fasting and wanting to be
more spiritual to taking the next step
and committing to seek God for your
cause you are committ in to fast based
on God's grace and help types of fasts
the absolute fast this is a fast where
you eliminate all food and water Paul
underwent this type of fast for three
days after seeing the Lord Jesus on the
road to Damascus and being struck with
blindness and he Paul was without sight
for three days and neither ate nor drank
acts 9:9 for your first fast do not
undertake the absolute fast this fast is
intended for those who are deeply
distressed or are fasting to resolve a
severe problem such as the deliverance
from an addiction or protection against
a spiritual
adversary the normal fast during this
fast you avoid all solid food and drink
only liquids the fast is most often used
in the Bible to refer to people who ate
no solid food the matter of drinking
liquids is often left out in those days
he Jesus ate nothing and at the end of
them he was hungry Luke 4: 2 there is no
mention of Jesus drinking liquids when
people fast what do they drink many cut
out pleasurable drinks like soda and
various types of fruit juices this
corresponds to the Old Testament
description of them afflicting
themselves and fasting Isaiah
58:3 the partial fast in this fast you
eliminate certain liquids or solids but
not all this is also known as the Daniel
Fast because he would not eat from the
king's table but insisted in Daniel
1:12 please test your servants for 10
days give us nothing but vegetables to
eat and water to drink the fast did not
harm Daniel or his friends at another
time Daniel reflected the spirit of the
partial fast in Daniel
10:3 I ate no choice food no meat or
wine touched my lips and I used no
lotions until the three weeks were over
this partial fast specifies what Daniel
avoided number one Pleasant Foods
similar to our Donuts or cakes a dessert
fast number two meat a meat-free diet
and number three wine anything that is
pleasurable or brings Joy John Wesley's
fast as the founder and leader of the
great Methodist movement John Wesley
called all his circuit preachers to the
new Chapel or to London for a conference
every 2 or 3 months to prepare
spiritually for the conference Wesley
fasted for 10 days before each meeting
consuming only natural whole grain bread
and drinking water Wesley fasted and
prayed for Spiritual power to influence
his ministries at these meetings
everyone agrees that these Methodist
preachers left the conference with a
resolve to change the world these
preachers established the largest
Protestant denomination in the world a
reflection of God's honor to Wesley's
spiritual dedic dedication to fasting
and prayer the rotation fast this fast
is rarely used in Christian circles as
it is primarily used for medical
purposes mainly to determine a person's
reaction or allergy to specific food
groups to cleanse their system the
patient usually undertakes a normal or
absolute fast for one day then for 6
days only one new food group is
introduced and consumed each day
rotating among the food groups this
helps to determine which food is causing
a person's physical problem through
elimination and
exclusion choosing a fast when preparing
to fast several factors need to be
considered consider your specific
situation before deciding on the best
approach for you here are some ideas
first time fasting Factor as mentioned
earlier if this is your first fast I
recommend starting with the one day yum
kipur fast if you wish to fast for a
longer period of time to address a
serious or ongoing issue perhaps fasting
one day a week for 3 weeks might be
preferable to starting with a 3-day fast
remember if this is your first fast you
are embarking on an unfamiliar Journey
you should proceed with caution as you
are learning new skills and attitudes
for both your body and soul your first
fast should be a normal fast where you
eat nothing and only consume liquids for
one day this practice will help train
your body to not react negatively if you
later eliminate both food and liquid
matching Factor you should try to match
the reason for your fast to the type of
fast choose a normal fast for a routine
request choose a fast with more
stringent requirements for a more
serious problem comfort factor you
should feel it piece with both the
duration and the type of fast obviously
when deciding what you will eliminate
when praying you should not doubt
yourself nor should you feel guilty for
doing something wrong choose a type of
fast that allows you to be comfortable
with your
decision timing factor a variety of
factors influence your decision to fast
or the duration of your fast you should
think about your weekly schedule which
days of the week are not suitable for
fasting what special event is coming up
when fasting is not advisable
Thanksgiving Christmas weddings Etc
never start a fast with a long fast as
you have no idea what to expect from
your body or how you will react
emotionally a one-day fast is very
manageable whatever fast you choose as
your first keep in mind that it is a
leap of faith God sees your heart and
will reward you accordingly prayer may
God grant us the wisdom to understand
the spiritual purpose and benefits of
fasting reminding us that it is not the
abstention from food alone that brings
us closer to him but the sincerity of
our heart and the pursuit of a deeper
connection through prayer may we fast
not for visibility to the eyes of others
but for visibility to the heart of God
who sees in secret and rewards openly we
thank the Lord for the strength and
discipline that fasting provides
teaching us to depend more on him and
less on ourselves amen if this content
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