January 27, 2025

Fasting Part 4

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Garth Heckman

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You must use your mind before you ever fast to walk through what you will be facing or you will fail.

You will be incredibly hungry, you will have a few hundred excuses, You will want to just start later in the month, year, lifetime…

You will have people give you food, invite you out etc…

You will want to quit…

KNOW ALL THIS AHEAD OF TIME AND PLAN FOR IT

This is for informational purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional.

Long-term fasting, typically defined as lasting 24 hours or more, can have profound effects on various aspects of a person's well-being. Here's a breakdown of the potential impacts:

Physical Effects:

Metabolic Changes:

Ketosis: After depleting glycogen stores, the body starts breaking down fat for energy, producing ketones.This metabolic state, known as ketosis, can lead to weight loss and improved insulin sensitivity.

Autophagy: Cellular repair and regeneration processes are enhanced, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

Hormonal Changes: Growth hormone levels may increase, while insulin levels decrease.

Potential Benefits:

Weight Loss: Can be significant, but sustainability depends on post-fasting lifestyle.

Improved Blood Sugar Control: May benefit individuals with type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance.

Reduced Inflammation: May alleviate symptoms of inflammatory conditions.

Potential Risks:

Nutrient Deficiencies: Especially if not properly planned or supplemented.

Muscle Loss: The body may break down muscle tissue for energy.

Electrolyte Imbalance: Can lead to fatigue, dizziness, and heart problems.

Refeeding Syndrome: A potentially fatal condition if refeeding is not done carefully after prolonged fasting.

Mental Effects:

Increased Focus and Clarity: Some report heightened mental clarity and focus due to increased adrenaline and ketones.

Mood Changes: Can vary; some experience improved mood, while others may feel irritable or anxious.

Cognitive Enhancement: Studies suggest potential benefits for cognitive function and memory.

Emotional Effects:

Sense of Accomplishment: Completing a long fast can boost self-esteem and confidence.

Emotional Regulation: Fasting may promote mindfulness and self-awareness, potentially improving emotional regulation.

Increased Stress: The body perceives fasting as a stressor, which can exacerbate existing anxiety or stress.

If you long for a deeper relationship with God or if you face a crisis or situation of special need, adding fasting to your prayer is a way God has given us to seek Him more earnestly. If you make fasting

a regular part of relationship with God, you will never regret it. For He has said, “You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart” (Jer. 29:13)

Spiritual Effects:

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