We’re inviting our entire church family to join us for a meaningful time of fasting from January 20-26. Fasting is a spiritual discipline where we set aside food to focus on God through prayer and scripture. The Bible gives us countless examples of the power of fasting, and Jesus encourages us to do the same. During this week, you can choose to fast for one day, fast one meal a day for three days, or fast one meal a day for the whole week. As we humble ourselves before God, these intentional moments will remind us that our greatest need is Him.
WHAT IS A FAST?
WHAT IS A FAST?
Fasting is a spiritual discipline whereby an individual abstains from food in order to humble themselves and draw near to God. There are many examples of fasting in both the Old and New Testaments. Jesus assumes that his disciples will fast in the time between his resurrection and the gathering of Christians in the second coming.
HOW DOES A FAST WORK?
HOW DOES A FAST WORK?
During a biblical fast, you replace the time you would normally spend eating with times of prayer and meditation on scripture. The hunger pangs are a reminder that our need for God is greater than our need for food.
Here are few options for the type of fast and duration.
1) Fast from all food for one day (only consuming water).
2) Fast from one meal a day for three consecutive days.
3) Fast from one meal a day for the entire week.
WHY SHOULD I JOIN THE FAST WITH HARMONY HILL THIS MONTH?
WHY SHOULD I JOIN THE FAST WITH HARMONY HILL THIS MONTH?
We are asking the households in our church to fast and pray for God’s direction and guidance for the new year. We hope that you will seek the Lord’s direction for areas of repentance and areas of spiritual growth for those in your home. We also hope you will pray about how your family can join the church’s mission through connection, service, and generosity.
A FEW PRACTICAL NOTES
A FEW PRACTICAL NOTES
We have set aside the week of January 20-26, 2025 to fast as a church. While scripture only references a fast from food, we recognize that not everyone can fast from food due to medical reasons. For those who cannot fast from food, you might consider another activity that can be replaced for the purpose of prayer. For those fasting from food, it is important to drink plenty of water.
