Let’s be honest: fasting sounds kind of… strange to many of us today.
Sure, we’ve heard of intermittent fasting—it’s all the rage in the health and fitness world. People skip meals for physical benefits like better focus, weight loss, or metabolic health. But fasting as a spiritual practice? That often feels like a relic of another era.
For many Christians, fasting can seem suspicious or overly “religious.” Maybe it brings to mind images of Catholic Lent traditions, or giving up chocolate in the weeks leading up to Easter. And in many evangelical circles, fasting isn’t exactly a hot topic—it rarely shows up in sermons, Bible studies, or church programs.
But here’s the thing: Jesus expected His followers to fast.
He didn’t say if you fast—He said when. That should grab our attention.
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