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TYPES OF FASTING
The Bible reveal that there are different types of fasting. Supernatural Fast.An example is the fast done by Jesus, who went without food and drink for forty days.Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry (Mathew 4:1-2)Another example is Moses.Then once again I fell prostrate before the LORD for forty days and forty nights; I ate no bread and drank no water, because of all the sin you had committed, doing what was evil in the LORD’s sight and so arousing his anger. I feared the anger and wrath of the LORD, for he was angry enough with you to destroy you. But again the LORD listened to me. And the LORD was angry enough with Aaron to destroy him, but at that time I prayed for Aaron too. Deuteronomy (9:18-20)Scientifically, this fast is not advised. It should only be embarked upon when one is sure of its order from God. Then we are confident we have grace and the assurance of no dire consequences. I met a man of God (Apostle Idama of blessed memory), who embarked on 40-day fasts twice a year for several years. In my discussions with him, I found that he was especially graced for the exercise, and the results at his meetings also testified to God’s endorsement of his life. He, however, warned me to never embark on such, except I was sure God was asking me to do the same. Absolute FastThis is when we abstain from food and drink for three days or maybe a little longer. This type should only be embarked upon for short periods. An example is Esther’s fast.
Partial FastThis is entails refraining from out certain foods or drinks. The fast can last be from dawn to dusk, a couple of hours or days.An example is the Daniel fast, where he and his friends ate only lentils for ten days.Regular FastThis is done from dawn to dusk, with no food or drink. No matter what type of fasting the sojourner chooses, it is essential to note that it is the way of anyone serious about their walk with God. We should have regular times of fasting and prayer. We do this to separate ourselves to God to advance His kingdom on earth. When we embark on these fasts, our senses are sharpened, and we can pick any signals and instructions from the Spirit.What About Fasting in Other Religions? Some other faiths, such as the African traditional or ancient Greek religions, also subscribe to fasting. When there is a critical assignment, say installing a new priest or priestess, the chosen vessels were placed on prolonged periods of fasting and praying and abstinence from other fleshly pleasures. They are secluded in special covens, away from other humans and subjected to various rituals to prepare them to meet their gods and the assignment at hand. That way, access to the spirit world is easy and unhindere
.Fasting helps us to focus on the job at hand. It keeps unprofitable habits out of the way. Athletes need it if they must succeed at their skill. Hospital patients are generally required to fast before any surgery.
Is there any difference between the Christian fast and that of other faiths? Christians fast to position themselves before God and put themselves in a state where the self can be done away with.
Thus, the Christian fast is a call to holiness and righteousness.Other faiths fast to get their god to do something, either as a reward for effort or a matter of right. But unfortunately, fasts can also be embarked upon to cause evil in other faiths or gain some diabolical powers.Another question may be; since Jesus paid the price for our sins in full, why does the Christian still need to fast?There is a simple answer to the question; It is not every royal-born child that lives to be king. It is one thing to have an inheritance; it is an entirely different matter to appropriate the same in your daily living.
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By anne ajadiTYPES OF FASTING
The Bible reveal that there are different types of fasting. Supernatural Fast.An example is the fast done by Jesus, who went without food and drink for forty days.Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry (Mathew 4:1-2)Another example is Moses.Then once again I fell prostrate before the LORD for forty days and forty nights; I ate no bread and drank no water, because of all the sin you had committed, doing what was evil in the LORD’s sight and so arousing his anger. I feared the anger and wrath of the LORD, for he was angry enough with you to destroy you. But again the LORD listened to me. And the LORD was angry enough with Aaron to destroy him, but at that time I prayed for Aaron too. Deuteronomy (9:18-20)Scientifically, this fast is not advised. It should only be embarked upon when one is sure of its order from God. Then we are confident we have grace and the assurance of no dire consequences. I met a man of God (Apostle Idama of blessed memory), who embarked on 40-day fasts twice a year for several years. In my discussions with him, I found that he was especially graced for the exercise, and the results at his meetings also testified to God’s endorsement of his life. He, however, warned me to never embark on such, except I was sure God was asking me to do the same. Absolute FastThis is when we abstain from food and drink for three days or maybe a little longer. This type should only be embarked upon for short periods. An example is Esther’s fast.
Partial FastThis is entails refraining from out certain foods or drinks. The fast can last be from dawn to dusk, a couple of hours or days.An example is the Daniel fast, where he and his friends ate only lentils for ten days.Regular FastThis is done from dawn to dusk, with no food or drink. No matter what type of fasting the sojourner chooses, it is essential to note that it is the way of anyone serious about their walk with God. We should have regular times of fasting and prayer. We do this to separate ourselves to God to advance His kingdom on earth. When we embark on these fasts, our senses are sharpened, and we can pick any signals and instructions from the Spirit.What About Fasting in Other Religions? Some other faiths, such as the African traditional or ancient Greek religions, also subscribe to fasting. When there is a critical assignment, say installing a new priest or priestess, the chosen vessels were placed on prolonged periods of fasting and praying and abstinence from other fleshly pleasures. They are secluded in special covens, away from other humans and subjected to various rituals to prepare them to meet their gods and the assignment at hand. That way, access to the spirit world is easy and unhindere
.Fasting helps us to focus on the job at hand. It keeps unprofitable habits out of the way. Athletes need it if they must succeed at their skill. Hospital patients are generally required to fast before any surgery.
Is there any difference between the Christian fast and that of other faiths? Christians fast to position themselves before God and put themselves in a state where the self can be done away with.
Thus, the Christian fast is a call to holiness and righteousness.Other faiths fast to get their god to do something, either as a reward for effort or a matter of right. But unfortunately, fasts can also be embarked upon to cause evil in other faiths or gain some diabolical powers.Another question may be; since Jesus paid the price for our sins in full, why does the Christian still need to fast?There is a simple answer to the question; It is not every royal-born child that lives to be king. It is one thing to have an inheritance; it is an entirely different matter to appropriate the same in your daily living.