tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post4301961987667700854..comments2024-03-19T01:03:25.391-07:00Comments on LifeNotes Encouragement: Why Do You Fast?LifenotesEncouragementhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16900170663081766838noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-438242209128192562019-02-10T16:02:22.066-08:002019-02-10T16:02:22.066-08:00I liked your comment about us (as Christians) need...I liked your comment about us (as Christians) needing to be different from the world, or how else would people be able to tell us apart? I know so many Christians who don't seem to grasp that. They have said that they're not perfect (which none of us are), but that doesn't mean we excuse ourselves from trying harder and harder until we accomplish our goal.<br />I've not done much Jo Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09031734367332566663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-76735059480063897172019-02-08T10:35:16.400-08:002019-02-08T10:35:16.400-08:00I have not done much fasting in my life, though I ...I have not done much fasting in my life, though I know it would be a good thing. One year in college, my roommates and I fasted from lunch on Tuesdays. Instead, we met at the room and spent our time praying. That was a blessed time. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. What a great conversation with the guy at the Farmer's Market! Blessings to you! I'm your neighbor at #FaithOnFire.Gayl Wrighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02564461995154051353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-971458372606701902019-02-05T10:38:59.395-08:002019-02-05T10:38:59.395-08:00Interesting. I've never done more than a 24 ho...Interesting. I've never done more than a 24 hour fast. But I completely agree that it needs to be done with the right spirit.The Petersen Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02905911475922488971noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-78696487106981826272019-02-02T05:26:07.498-08:002019-02-02T05:26:07.498-08:00As with everything we do for the Lord, it's al...As with everything we do for the Lord, it's all about the heart! Great reminder and great boldness in Christ!Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17585208212204673038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-38625475230437666812019-02-01T04:50:11.225-08:002019-02-01T04:50:11.225-08:00I did a short, partial fast earlier this year with...I did a short, partial fast earlier this year with my church so this is especially good for me to hear: "the fast is over, and I am changed even if only incrementally. Becoming more like Him is what matters!" I don't necessarily see or feel any change, but I know time spent with God is never wasted! Thanks for the encouragement. Lisa noteshttps://www.lisanotes.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-14657103638105003402019-01-31T17:37:41.379-08:002019-01-31T17:37:41.379-08:00The only fast I have ever done was a "fruit f...The only fast I have ever done was a "fruit fast" for 5 days as part of a yoga challenge. I will have to study fasting further before committing, but I think your heart is in the right place. You need to think about why you are fasting.Meditations in Motionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08406003928113822953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-20891511096187937902019-01-31T17:19:11.380-08:002019-01-31T17:19:11.380-08:00Fasting is a challenge, but I think it's well ...Fasting is a challenge, but I think it's well worth it.<br />Today, on the radio, I heard John MacArthur talking about fasting, and he said that in his experience when something is truly grieving him or close to his heart, fasting is a natural response. I'm not there yet, but I see this as a valid point.Michele Morinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814119096056835884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-91052322731008126982019-01-31T12:37:01.809-08:002019-01-31T12:37:01.809-08:00Very interesting. My husband and some other membe...Very interesting. My husband and some other members of our church are fasting every Monday night through Tuesday night. Thank you so much for sharing this article. I learned a lot just by reading it.Keeping The Tie That Bindshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03230498527363017140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-56357025932718596912019-01-30T12:22:45.947-08:002019-01-30T12:22:45.947-08:00Loved this, my friend and your boldness with grace...Loved this, my friend and your boldness with grace was used by God!Sue Moore Donaldsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06433345794676779511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-13528580557156941632019-01-29T14:49:47.192-08:002019-01-29T14:49:47.192-08:00I fasted for a month many years ago for clear answ...I fasted for a month many years ago for clear answer & direction. You may like to read my "Feeling Alone" reflection explaining the reason for this.<br /><br />You're most welcome to drop by for a cuppa, <br />Blessings, <br />JenniferTea With Jenniferhttps://teawithjennifer.blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1586909426061351037.post-73368368359256215722019-01-29T12:41:43.752-08:002019-01-29T12:41:43.752-08:00I tried a three day fast once and it was horrible,...I tried a three day fast once and it was horrible, I ended up with grape juice and toast every day calling it communion. I have learned better since, have done 21 and even 40 day ones, telling the Lord I was doing it for love and the right reasons. Some people try to lose weight, I think that's different altogether. I just give up a meal a day or some Pinterest time, or something else. There http://alsoadaughtersgiftoflove.blogspot.com/https://www.blogger.com/profile/08989161875226130537noreply@blogger.com