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FAQs about Fasting

Q: What is fasting?

A: For the purpose of the February Fast, Fasting is the voluntarily denying the body (giving up of) the food and drink it normally receives, in order that the “Spirit Man” may be in communication with, and be fed of God. Also for the purpose of the February Fast, the normal duration will be for a period of 24-hours.

Q: How do I get started fasting?

A: Once you have purposed in your heart that you want to fast. Start by seeking the Lord in prayer, addressing your fasting purpose with Him. Then proceed to abstain from food and drink for the period of time you are committed to.

Q: Why should I fast??

A: There may be numerous reasons why one should fast? Some reasons are: a) to gain a closer personal relationship with the Lord; b) In wake of sickness or danger; c) in a corporate relationship with others for a particular partition, d) for salvation of a loved one, and many more reasons.

Q: How often should I fast?

A: Your personal fasting frequency should be as often as you deem it necessary to seek a closer relationship with the Lord. And from a corporate frequency, it should be as often as the particular group deems it to be necessary.

Q: How long should I fast?

A: The length of a fast, for the most part, can be predetermined by the person going on the fast. For a corporate fast, it should be determined by the group of persons going on the fast per the rules or guidelines set forth by the group. Usually these times are set at 12 hours, 24 hours, or other lengths as set forth by the group.

Q: Can I watch TV while fasting?

A: It is advisable to limit the entertainment portion of television programming while fasting in order that we may be totally focused on the purpose at hand. There is a fast called a ‘Media Fast,’ where there is total elimination of the entertainment media.

Q: I am married, and my unsaved spouse doesn’t understand why I fast. What should I tell my unsaved spouse?

A: First, I would say, explain to your spouse the purpose of fasting (in general terms), so it will be understood that this is part of your walk with the Lord. Then, ask permission of your spouse to participate in the fast. This is Biblical. The Bible declares: “Defraud ye not one the other, except it be with consent for a time, that ye may give yourselves to fasting and prayer; and come together again, that Satan tempt you not for your incontinency. (1 Corinthians 7:5). The reason we ask permission to fast is because conjugal relationships should cease during the fasting period.

Q: What is the significance of prayer with fasting?

A: Fasting should always be preceded with a purpose, and this purpose is conveyed to the Lord in the form of prayer; prior to the start of the fast, at various intervals during the fast, and at the end of the fasting period. Without prayer, your fast will be incomplete; and may be nonproductive.

Q: How often should I pray when fasting?

A: Prayers should be made to the Lord prior to the start of fasting, at the ending of the fast, and at prescribed predetermined times during the fast. Each individual determines his or her own lengths of their own prayers.

Q: I have trouble fasting for long periods of time. What should I do?

A: Fast for as long as you can, and try adding length to each fasting period as you engage in more frequent times of fasts. God understands the intent of the heart, and rewards us for our diligence.

Q: What should I do about my prescribed medications?

A: By all means, follow the exact regiments as prescribed by your doctor, taking medications as often as told to do so. The Lord will look at the intent of your heart, and in His own time, may act on behalf of your condition.

Q: Where can I learn more about fasting?

A: There are numerous scriptures in the Bible dealing with the subject of fasting. In addition, there are books on the market which deals with fasting. Also, the book, “Power in Fasting” by Allen Colbert, Sr. deals with the subject of fasting. Read an excerpt on this web site.

Q: I heard that there’s more than one way to fast. Can you give me an idea of other ways to fast besides not eating?

A: Yes, there are multiple types of fasts. Among the types of fast are the Esther Fast, The Daniel Fast, The Media Fast, The Partial Fast, Fasting from certain types of foods, and others.

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