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Are There Health Benefits When I Fast?

  • by United Church of God
While science is just now doing the studies to prove these things, many people have understood the physical and spiritual benefits of fasting for a long time.
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A woman looking down..

Are There Different Kinds of Fasting a Christian Can Do?

  • by United Church of God
Scripture contains examples of several kinds of fasts. Fasting temporarily denies the body the satisfaction of its physical needs. A Christian can bring spiritual things into sharper focus through fasting.
A man sitting on a chair holding his head with his hand.

Does Fasting Provide Spiritual Healing?

  • 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).
A woman reading a Bible.

Why Did Jesus Fast?

  • by United Church of God
Jesus' own words reveal that the purpose of His fasting was to draw near to God for help.
A woman sitting a table.

How Does Fasting Improve My Relationship with God?    

  • by United Church of God
By denying ourselves food and water for a time, fasting reminds us we will die without physical sustenance. Likewise, we will die spiritually if we do not have spiritual nourishment. Without spiritual food, the living Word of God, we will be cut off from God.
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A young man sitting in a chair looking out a window.

If I Have Health Problems, Should I Fast?

  • 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.
A person reading a Bible.

How Long Should Christians Fast?

  • by United Church of God
If you've never fasted before, a commitment of a day may be easier to accomplish and will familiarize you with the process. Use that first experience to learn what your body's particular reactions are.
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Fasting: A Spiritual Power Tool!

Fasting: A Spiritual Power Tool!

  • 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.