Acts 13:2,3 (The Message)
One day as they were worshiping God—they were also fasting as they waited for guidance—the Holy Spirit spoke: "Take Barnabas and Saul and commission them for the work I have called them to do."
3.So they commissioned them. In that circle of intensity and obedience, of fasting and praying, they laid hands on their heads and sent them off.
Various methods of fasting:
1.Total fasting; no food or liquid, Jesus miraculously did this for 40 days by the Spirit.
2.Juice fasting; a liquid diet of fruit, vegetable, and other healthful juices is sustainable.
3.Daniel fasting; only fruits and vegetables, no meat or delicacies.
4.Reduced number of daily meals; as the early Church broke their fast in the afternoon.
Are you amazed sometimes how God directs our paths? I want to share with you just such an experience. I needed to lose some weight and I did not want to do the measuring and counting calories. And to tell you the truth, I was somewhat disheartened. I had been praying so when I came to one of my blogger sisters and began to read about her success, I knew in my heart this was for me. I was so excited and started that very day! (there are 3 links on the sidebar) I knew that fasting without praying is simply starvation, but this was different. Fasting 2 meals (of course with prayer and reading the Word) and then having a window of time from 5 pm to 10 pm, I could eat with my husband and enjoy my dinner without all the guilt. (On the sidebar is a link that will take you to the website that explains the concept) This is not harmful to your metabolism or to your body, it gives your body time to use the stored fat, (all the facts are listed) The science is behind it, so I was ready. I can truthfully tell you that I have not been weak, or head achy or even hungry. What is even more of a blessing is that hubby is also on board, and it is working for him. (he is a preacher so he already had the spiritual part going for him) Food can become way to important, and this is just another part of our flesh that has to be brought in subjection. If you get a chance and you feel the Lord leading you this way, please do some research and make up your own mind about it. On my other blog "My Weight Lost Journey" I will keep you updated. (The link is also on the sidebar). Our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit, and we need to practice a healthy lifestyle.( As most of you know I had polio as a child, excess weight is horrible for me). In closing notice what #4 states above, "The early church broke their fast in the afternoon." Be blessed and walk in His ways!
