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Spiritual Renewal Through Fasting

The teachings of Jesus on spiritual fasting were profound. Pastors can take actionable steps to incorporate this practice into their lives, finding strength and rejuvenation in their spiritual journeys.

Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough in 2023

Fasting is hard because self-denial is hard, and overindulging is not rewarding. It becomes a never-ending cycle of defeat unless we break the cycle by choosing discipline over regret as we seek the will of God.

Chicago Church Is ‘Fasting From Whiteness’ During the Season of Lent

A Chicago church is making headlines for its decision to fast from “whiteness” during the season of Lent by not "using any music or liturgy written or composed by white people."

Pope Francis Ties Support for Peace in Ukraine to Ash Wednesday’s Start of Lent

On Wednesday, Pope Francis encouraged people to dedicate prayers and fasting to ending the conflict in Ukraine as the church season of Lent begins.

Confessions of a Pastor: I Hate Fasting

Fasting is a way of suffering “voluntarily,” to train yourself to not become so addicted to the gifts of God in your life that you turn them into idols.

10 Creative Ways to Fast for Lent 2020

Today is Ash Wednesday, which means that Christians all over the world are beginning the observance of Lent 2020. If you haven't yet decided what you're going to fast from this year, here are some ideas!

How to Fast for Lent

Lent would be a great time to experiment with fasting, but it’s important to understand what you’re getting yourself into! So we’ve written up a few pointers on how to fast for Lent (or any other time).

Governor Declares Day of Prayer and Fasting for Tennessee

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee says he was inspired to declare a day of prayer and fasting for the state after "countless" people told him they are praying for him and his wife.