Posts by Andy McMahon
Four Types of Fasts
The goal of fasting is intimacy with God and clarity in hearing His voice. Biblical fasting always has to do with eliminating distractions for a spiritual purpose; laying down the pleasures of earth to take up the pleasure of heaven. It also enables us to recognize the goodness of God and align our hearts with…
Read MoreFour Reasons to Fast
Jesus teaching on fasting in the same passage he gives instruction concerning giving and praying. Many of us have somehow understood that giving and praying are pretty consistent disciplines, but somewhere we thought fasting was for super christians or only in January. The teaching of Jesus implies that fasting should be a constant practice in…
Read MoreA Good Daniel Fast
One of the number one questions I get asked any time we’re about to enter a corporate fast is “Do I have to give up everything but water?!” The quick and easy answer is, “No.” But I do encourage everyone to push themselves, challenge themselves and see what God will do. Of course, if a…
Read MoreHave a Successful Fast
HOW TO BEGIN YOUR FAST How you begin and conduct your fast will largely determine your success. By following these seven basic steps to fasting, you will make your time with the Lord more meaningful and spiritually rewarding. STEP 1: SET A GOAL Why are you fasting? Is it for guidance, healing, renewal, reconciliation? Be…
Read MoreWhen You Blow Your Fast
If you’ve ever partaken in any kind of fast, there’s a chance that you’ve also at one point or another blown it. Failed. Cheated. Made an excuse. Whatever phrase you use, you know what I’m talking about. You set out to do one thing, and you ended up doing another. It’s important to understand that…
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