Today my church started 6 days of fasting. Our church members can join us all 6 days or pick one or any number of days in between. We will also be praying corporately in the evenings.
I have a fasting plan for this week, but I’m going to keep it to myself for now because to reveal it would be to give the wrong idea about the purpose of fasting. I may explain what I mean in more detail toward the middle of the week.
At this point, I’m 24 hours into the fast (nothing but water). So, let me explain first why I fast.
I am no ascetic. I like five-star hotels, first class air travel, nice cars, nice clothes and gourmet food. But I fast. Continue reading “Day 1: Why I Fast”