Today we will speak of a topic that is kinda like that one book on the shelf that just sits there and gets dust. Its one that may be mentioned but never really picked up. Today we will be looking at Luke 5:33-35.

 ”And they said unto him, Why do the disciples of John fast often, and make prayers, and likewise the disciples of the Pharisees; but thine eat and drink? And he said unto them, Can ye make the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them? But the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days.”

     Fasting, when is the last time you fasted alone or we fasted together. I believe this is a topic that is over looked in today’s Christians. The time i have actually fasted i have gained some amazing insight on what the Lord was willing in my life. The Pharisees were trying to catch Jesus making a mistake in fasting. But he clearly explains there is no need when he is right there with them for them to fast in things regarding that he can answer, etc.. But He said there will be a time where he will be going away and then will fasting be important.

     I think we all need to be accountable to someone in fasting, that we should pick a day of the week and try to fast  or at least once a month. I mean we need God to reveal himself so powerful in so many different areas of this world and within our lives. We need to really take it serious and ask God to intervene in so many areas of life.

    The thing is this Christians we are called to fast and yet you don’t ever hear of it anymore. I challenge you to look the word fast up in your bibles and see where it takes you and what you learn. I could do it for you but i want you to see it for yourself. There is so much power through fasting. Remember how Christ was tempted 3 times. Well that was prior to a 40 day fast. There are so many examples, but listen go into the fast not with the intentions of bragging or even telling others of it other than needed prayer during it. Go into It to seek out God and to hear his voice. I promise you if you continue the fast until God speaks to you it will be well worth it. Its a point in time saying that you live by every word of God and that his word can and will sustain you even through the hunger pains etc.

    Its a challenge from me to you but a command from Christ to Christians to fast. Do it to know your God in a more intimate way and ask for him to reveal him to you.

    I know today was not really a lesson or teaching but i pray that you see the importance of fasting. For a great deal of knowledge on the subject you may go to the website: www.elmertowns.com and click on his on-line books there is one or two completely dedicated to fasting. I pray that yall come to know Christ in a more intimate way today may he truly bless you.

IN Christ Name,
Ross Campbell    

Preacher Man (FollowingHimWhoDiedForMe)